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Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens

Holiday home in Keaau with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Entrance
Orange trees
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
  • Place, Port of Hilo
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens

Aloha and welcome to my Hawai’i Island cottage!
I am delighted to share my 1 acre of rainforest and hope you will choose to stay at Hawaiian Paradise Cottage.

Enter the property through a private electric gate and down a tree-lined drive to a secluded garden oasis set well back from the road.

The house features 22-foot vaulted ceilings, a fully-loaded kitchen with an espresso machine and burr grinder filled with coffee, high quality black tea and fresh green tea upon request, a 60” smart tv in a fully-furnished tropical decor with hi-speed wifi, a private bedroom downstairs with a deck, a loft bedroom above the kitchen/living room area, and a spacious outdoor dining and lounging area with a barbeque and secluded garden views. You will receive a basket of fresh seasonal fruit your host has selected from the garden. Have your coffee on the east-facing lanai in a flood of morning light with a beautiful garden view. Enjoy tropical evenings of starry skies and relaxing rainforest sounds that some of the guests say they pay for back at home.
There are two queen-sized beds fitted with high quality sheets, as well as a twin bed with 8” memory foam. Front and rear decks offer plenty of leisure space with a full size dining table in the back.

Wifi speeds are 314 Mbps download, 11.7 Mbps upload.

This off-grid property is Hawai’i resident owned and operated. Your host lives on site and is available for a local’s perspective, information about the island, recommendations, and assistance as needed.

When you walk the enclosed, manicured grounds you will find Royal palms, coconut, orange, lime, lychee, banana, taro, white pineapples, papaya, mango, and avocado trees, culinary herbs, and an array of orchids, exotic, and fragrant flowers. There are pleasant and spacious grassy areas beneath palms and large shade trees, perfect for yoga, meditation, bird watching, or simple relaxation. Garden tours are included for all my guests upon request and based on availability.

Please note: This property is not safe for children age 2-11.

Situated in Hawaiian Paradise Park 15 minutes South of Hilo, you will be 5 minutes away from the Paradise Cliffs where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific, see whales in season, and watch rainbows form. You will also be 5 minutes from the Puna Trail, a pre-colonial forest hike that leads to a secluded beach where giant Honu sea turtles sun and swim in the closed lagoon. We are 40 minutes from Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park where you can witness Kilauea erupting, 30i minutes to the various waterfalls in and around Hilo, one hour to stargazing at the Maunakea Visitor’s Center, 40 minutes to the Pohoiki natural hotsprings, and so much more!

Your host lives onsite and is available for questions or if you need suggestions.
The cottage also provides a high level of privacy if you prefer to be on your own.
There is a selection of art to purchase in the cottage so you can take a piece of Hawaii back with you!

There is limited bus service in the area, so a rental car will give you much more flexibility.
Your host is available afternoons and weekends to provide tours or airport pick-up in an 8-passenger LT luxury trim Chevy Suburban.

E KOMO MAI

This is a rural agricultural area conveniently close to Hilo and many attractions

Nearby sites include

Volcanoes National Park 40 min
Paradise Cliffs 5 min
Coconut Island 20 min
Rainbow Falls 25 min
Pe’e Pe’e Falls. 30 min
Akaka Falls 45 min
Water fall zip lining 35 min
Kehena Beach 30 min
Honoli’i surf Beach
Puna Trail to Ha’ena Beach for giant honu sea turtles. 5 min to trailhead
Tropical Botanical Gardens 35 min
Maunakea Visitor’s Center 1 hour
Liliuokalani Gardens 20 min
Pohoiki natural hot springs. 45 min
Lyman Museum 25 min

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
For security, please lock the gate as you come and go. Quiet hours 11pm to 7am.
The host will provide guest fruit when available, but please do not pick fruit.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number TA-066-956-3392-01, GE-066-956-3392-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kilauea Caverns of Fire and Ha'ena Beach. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 29 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Port of Hilo - 29 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 34 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 35 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 9 miles (15 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center and Kilauea Caverns of Fire are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical garden getaway

Lush tropical setting in out of town setting. John was a wonderful host very attentive to our needs. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property with rainforest sounds

The property was truly a paradise nestled in exceptional grounds. John was a most gracious host, a 10 in my book. We loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cath N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay and great host

We had a great time. Hiked the puna trail to see Joni sea turtles and explored volcanoes national park. John was a very helpful and welcoming host
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

phillip p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

The stay was absolutely wonderful. It was week trip to visit family and the place was absolutely perfect a real hidden gem. It was comfy and cozy with plenty of room for my wife and teenager. John was a great host and has really transformed that property into a paradise. All and all it was a great stay i highly recommended it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable oasis!

We very much enjoyed our holiday stay here! Very comfortable and clean, with a broad lanai for enjoying the garden. John was gracious enough to give us an extensive tour of the garden and fruit trees, a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden paradise

This rental is a lovely cottage in a lush tropical garden setting. It had everything we needed, and we especially appreciated all the different coffee making options in the morning. John, the owner, was so kind and helpful and we enjoyed our visits with him. The cottage's location made exploring Volcanoes National Park really easy -- we went multiple times during our stay, something we haven't had a chance to do before when visiting the Big Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

The Cottage was fantastic. Centrally located. The grounds are beautiful. The Host was very gracious and full of information.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home Base

The house worked great for the four of us! Kitchen had everything we needed and beds were nice and comfortable. John was a great host and we really enjoyed have a tour of the gardens and learning about the flora of Hawai'i and helping to harvest some bananas!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a getaway!

House is in a nice forest garden setting, if you love learning about plants ask John for a tour. The house is just right for a single, a couple with up to two kids or a couple of friends. Perfect to get away, relax and have good access to Hilo side of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All around great place!

Zero complaints! The location is great, the property is beautiful, and Jon and his gardens are awesome! The place is well stocked with the basics needed, and he is more than happy to share tea leaves, fruit, and anything that is ripe within his gardens!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Local charm

We enjoyed our stay at this charming cottage with lots of local flavor. We felt like we had experienced authentic Hawaiian living in a charming local neighborhood. We liked our location which was removed from lots of commercial hustle and bustle, at the same time, very convenient to food shopping and wonderful sightseeing. Best of all, our host was excellent!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

alysia d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

We had such a great time! The house was clean and stocked with all the items that we needed. John is a thoughtful and caring host and we appreciated his rich knowledge and advice. We also enjoyed getting to spend some time with his adorable pets!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical Paradise

Great Location! Relaxing on the Lanai with morning coffee & tea, listening to the birds our favorite! Fresh oranges for breakfast provided by the owner John whom is a fantastic host! The amenities exceeded our expectations, this sweet space is definable a gem in the tropics! Mahalo🌺
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Beautiful. Comfortable. Quiet (except for coqui who’s call we found soothing) Located perfectly for all things on the east, south and volcano parts of the island. John is the consummate host and made our stay perfect. His communication was complete, timely, and he was a wealth of knowledge.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Rural Retreat

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed spending our evenings at the Hawaiian Paradise Cottage. We appreciated the large well equipped kitchen because, given the cost of restaurant food, we could cook for ourselves. At night, the chirping frogs were a treat to hear, contributing to the rural ambience. John was a fabulous host and did everything he could to ensure that we were enjoying our stay. If on the Big Island in the future, we would return. Thank you, John!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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Garden Respite

Apparently, an unusually wet season was taking place during our visit. This made John's lanai all the more enjoyable as we were protected from the rain but still able to be outside. His place was clean with an easy layout for connection with the people you are vacationing with. A nice quiet oasis to return to at the end of a day exploring the island. Carol & Patrick
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home in paradise!

Where do I even begin? This property is gorgeous! The house is lovely and comfortable for a family. The gardens are unbelievable. The host is kind, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. He wants to make sure his guests are comfortable and have as many experiences on the Hilo side of the island as possible. His sweet pets made us feel like we were at home as we are huge animal people and missed our own. If John is able to take you on a tour GO!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurélien T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such an amazing stay!

We had a great time in this beautiful house. It was very clean and welcoming. The garden is amazing. The owner, John, is an exceptional host with an extraordinary knowledge about plants and geology. Don’t miss out the tour he offers on weekends to explore the local communities and how they were affected by the lava flows from1983 until the most recents ones that happened in 2018 and 2023. You’ll also get to see hot springs, tide pools, and much more. Such a great experience! We can only highly recommend John’s house. Our whole family had a blast! Many Mahalos John!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dione V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hubby's birthday overnighter

We live in Waimea but my husband has a new job and is in classes in Hilo M-F. So happy I decided to surprise him after class and wisk him away to this place! It was perfect! We cooked all his favorites (kitchen and grill was fabulous), it was quiet and perfect for an intimate celebration. It cooled off in the evening and we had our choice of using the loft or the other bedroom. John communicated well and took great care of us! We'll return when we want to steal some one on one moments again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

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A delightful series of surprises

This is one of the most restful places I've ever stayed in with a gracious and considerate host, a house that is comfortable and suitably appointed inside and out and grounds that grant privacy and beauty. The interior and lanai have comfortable furniture and the kitchen is easy to work in. John was very helpful, informative and spontaneously generous. His garden tour — an introduction to the property and its luxurious plantings — set the tone. Normally in Hawaii we spend our days exploring. Somehow, relaxing on the lanai with a book or a hobby was just as enticing as yet another beach or hike. The WiFi is excellent. It's a good home for while you are away; be a good guest.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie Spang

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Country Paradise

John was away on business while we were there , but had someone else staying at his place that acted as an onsite host. John sent very thorough instructions and Allison also gave us a walkthrough. My spouse was super apprehensive my I told him there was no air conditioning and there was no city water, but he was quickly impressed and at ease. My hair never felt silkier than after a filtered rainwater shower, and AC wasn’t needed. There’s great airflow and fans. We loved having breakfast on the Lanai and my 12 year old loved the friendly pets and open space of the loft. We did not mind the sound of the frogs and did not need the earplugs that John provided. Mahalo for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tobias B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic place to stay! John is the greatest of hosts and his house is just a magical place. We couldn't have stayed in a better place during our four nights on the eastern side of Big Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaiian Cottage

Beautiful property in a quiet neighborhood. Neat and clean. Easy drive to grocery store and to Hilo.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

alex g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nature and Host

Less touristy than most of the "typical" Hawaii you may know, John's home is charming and surrounded by lush nature. John is incredibly kind, helpful and engaging and will treat you like a good friend. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

We really enjoyed John’s vrbo. Very comfortable and pleasant. We had a great time. Thanks John 🌹
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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