Tropical "Jungalow" Near the Sea

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Keaau, HI

Hobby Garden Hawaii18 min drive
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)35 min drive
Port of Hilo37 min drive
Carlsmith Beach Park41 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Two-room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Hall

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy indoor-outdoor living in our bright, open home... Relax on the lanai overlooking lush vegetation and lava outcrops, smell the fragrant Hawaiian air and listen to the waves crash in the distance. Secluded and quiet--a garden oasis far from the maddening crowd. Open windows allow for trade-wind ventilation throughout the home. Rainwater-harvest for showers/sinks (triple filtered), spring water for drinking in kitchen.

Our house is just a ten minute walk to the dramatic Puna cliffs and two miles from the trailhead to the only non-black sand beach in Puna, Ha'ena/Shipman. It is a 10 mile unpaved drive (Gov't Beach Rd) to the old Kapoho area and our newest black-sand beach (created since 2018 eruption).

The jungalow is located 16 miles from Hilo airport, four miles makai (toward sea) of HWY 130, five miles to nearest mini-market or 8 miles to Pahoa, and 20 to Volcanos National Park. This is a quiet and secluded area., but it is a jungle out there, so be prepared for wild fowl, coqui, gekkos, some insects and rain. The Jungalow is wide open for natural ventilation and trade winds (no air conditioner). Quiet hours are from dusk to dawn. Owners and 2 cats live on property in a separate unit at the back of the property. Two cars maximum. Ring security camera facing driveway.. 🤙

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No more than 2 cars in drive; exterior camera on driveway

Quiet time from dusk to dawn

Owner lives on property and have 2 cats roaming the grounds. No parties are permitted on the property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number GE-008-064-0512-01, TA-008-064-0512-01

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this holiday home is in a rural area. Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting.

Keaau, HI

What's nearby

Hobby Garden Hawaii - 18 min drive
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 32 min drive
Rainbow Falls - 37 min drive
Port of Hilo - 37 min drive
Carlsmith Beach Park - 41 min drive

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

Kaleo's Bar and Grill - 13 min drive
Coco Cantina - 17 min drive
No. 1 Chinese Barbecue - 17 min drive
Thep Thai Cuisine - 17 min drive
Pahoa Fresh Fish - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical "Jungalow" Near the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical "Jungalow" Near the Sea ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical "Jungalow" Near the Sea ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical "Jungalow" Near the Sea located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

12 April 2024

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

Beautiful and quiet neighborhood

We enjoyed our stay at the Jungalow. It was very quiet compared to several other places we stayed at closer to Hilo (no dogs barking, no car noise, a lot less coquis, and only 1 rooster.) The lanai was a beautiful place to read a book and sip coffee. The futon area off the second bedroom was larger than it seemed in the pictures, and was a perfect place for kids, teens, or those who wanted to watch TV. The house has lots of light too. Our host was very responsive, when needed. We loved the cats, but had to be sure to keep the doors closed or they enjoyed visiting inside. The property was well-maintained. Our only issue was there is minimal pots, pans, and cooking utensils, so come prepared. (one pot meals worked the best for us.) We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

21 March 2024

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

Big Island Adventures

Steve's VRBO house was located in a quiet neighborhood just a 10 minute walk to the ocean where we watched the sunrise while waves crashed onto black rocks. His house had many cozy spots to relax but we especially enjoyed the porch hammock swings and eating breakfast at the sunny porch table. We also liked the open layout of the kitchen, dining room and living room areas for our family food preparation. The house was well located for our daily adventures including hikes at Volcanoes National Park and along the coast to the north of Hilo. We also liked that we were only a half hour drive from the airport and our favorite park near Hilo: Carlsmith Beach Park where we swam and saw a green sea turtle. Our host Steve communicated well with us and supplied everything we needed to make us feel at home.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

10 March 2024

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

Beautiful house and garden

Great house for 2 couples with plenty of room. The garden was lovely with lots of birds. You can hear the ocean surf.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ember D.

20 February 2024

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

january vaca

Overall this is a great place to stay if you are planning your trip to include hiking and exploring. My family would go out and adventure and then come back to rest and play games. The place was cozy and we loved the extra wildlife noises. The beds were super comfy and our communication with the owner could not have been better. The only problems we came to were some updates in the kitchen, some odd consistency in the decor, and the water heat. However, we made due during our short stay and our visits by Goldie the cat made up for everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

25 September 2023

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

Excellent stay

It was only myself that stayed in the home, but it was wonderful. I love the covered porch, screened in porch, the landscape around the house, and the birds and frogs calling. The house had everything I needed and was in good working order. I did not have to contact Steve about any issues, so I don't have a good idea about how he would respond; however, the fact I didn't have to contact him reflects the quality of care of the property. I was really pleased that he alerted me to the fact that the Kilauea volcano had erupted. I would highly recommend the property.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023