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The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort

The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort

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Treehouse at Hakalau - 2BR unit sleeps 4
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Full kitchen with dishwasher

Overview of The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Hakalau, HI
  • Popular LocationHakalau Beach Park17 min walk
  • Popular LocationUmauma Falls6 min drive
  • Popular LocationAkaka Falls11 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort

Welcome to our Treehouse at Hakalau! The only way to stay closer to the ocean would be in a boat. Sit back and watch the cruise ships slowly pass by knowing that the passengers aboard are truly envying your incredible accommodations. This quaint and unassuming second story home offers a nearly 180 degree view of the mighty Pacific ocean where you can relax and watch whales as they suddenly breach the blue water, spinner dolphins playfully chase a passing fishing vessel and the rising sun as it welcomes you to an amazing array of morning colors.

Please watch our YouTube video by searching Salt Water Hawaii The Treehouse at Hakalau!

Need more room? You can also rent the neighboring Cliffs at Hakalau - ask us if it is available for your dates. Sleeps six.

Immediately as you enter the home your attention is drawn to the vast ocean front windows and sliding glass doors that lead out to the huge deck. Here you can spend endless hours enjoying the cool breezes from the ocean, sipping on a morning cup of coffee or watching spinner dolphins and whales playfully swim by. During whale season, there may even be nights when you can hear the whales singing. The windows have blackout curtains to shade the interior and cool the house during peak sunshine hours.

The home features hardwood flooring and is well furnished with two spacious bedrooms. Both bedrooms offer comfortable queen beds and a nice size closet to store your belongings. The kitchen is immediately off of the living area with equally incredible ocean views. The kitchen comes furnished with a built-in range, full size refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster as well as pots, pans, dishes and other cooking utensils. The bathroom contains a large tub/shower combination, toilet, and spacious vanity. The ample windows in this home do a great job of allowing the comfortable trade breezes to flow throughout the home. Like the majority of homes in Hawai'i, we do not have air conditioning. We maintain a simple mindset in that when we get hot we open the windows and turn on the fan. When we get cold, we close the windows and put on socks :)

We are near Highway 19, 15 minutes to Hilo and only 20 minutes to the Airport.

Hilo is known for its warm aloha spirit, relaxed lifestyle, unique shops, art galleries and restaurants with local regional cuisine. Local attractions include Lyman Museum, East Hawaii Cultural Center, historic Palace Theatre, Pacific Tsunami Museum, Imiloa Astronomy Center, UH Hilo Performing Arts Center and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens. Hilo Farmer's Market is a favorite for fresh, local produce. Merrie Monarch Festival, Hilo's premier hula competition and cultural event, is held annually. Hilo's black sand beaches are some of the best for snorkeling, diving, surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming with turtles and tropical fish, or watching the whales off shore. Take a helicopter volcano tour or short scenic drive to active Kilauea volcano to view a lava flow, ride horses in Waipio Valley or tour the summit and view the night skies of Mauna Kea.

This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
STVR-19-364073
NUCR-20-1559
TA-004-373-0432-01

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.
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Languages

English

Amenities

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number TA-004-373-0432-01, GE-004-373-0432-01

About the area

Hakalau

Located in Hakalau, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Akaka Falls State Park and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include World Botanical Gardens and Onomea Tea Company Estate. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, ecotours and whale watching.
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Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hakalau Beach Park - 17 min walk
  • Zip Isle Zip Line - 3 min drive
  • Umauma Falls - 6 min drive
  • Akaka Falls - 11 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Onomea Country Market & Cafe - 9 min drive
  • What's Shakin - 10 min drive
  • Blue Kalo - 15 min walk
  • The Umauma Experience - 5 min drive
  • What's Shakin - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Treehouse at Hakalau - Oceanfront coastal comfort located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Hakalau Beach Park. World Botanical Gardens and Zip Isle Zip Line are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lovely home - Photos don't do it justice
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our time at this home! It looked nice in the photos, but when we opened the door we were surprised at how much better it looks in person! We spent hours relaxing on that deck, sunbathing and watching the ocean. The view never gets old! We worried a little about no AC, but it wasn't a problem. Plenty of air flow, ocean breeze, temps were very moderate. We texted the on-island contact with a question and got a quick response. The place was super clean and had everything we needed. 20 minutes to Hilo, a little over an hour to great beaches. Would definitely stay again!

8/10 Good

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean View and Sounds!
It would be difficult to find another property with this view and sound of the breakers hitting the cliffs below. We obsessively watched for whales and saw plenty. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!! The only thing notably “wrong” was that the main house is also a rental and it sits very close to this one. If this was communicated in the listing, we didn’t catch it—it should be clearly communicated as it changes the experience at the house. When the other guests are outside, we could see everything they do. We were fortunate as there were other guests here only 2 days of our stay and they rarely went outside. We however, were outside 90% of the time watching for whales and enjoying the amazing views! The location and property is amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Tranquil
Our stay was amazing. Watching the ocean waves and whales (in season) every morning and evening was memorable. The space is perfect for (2) couples or a small family. 20 minute drive to Hilo. Would very much recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

Treehouse
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The treehouse stay was overall a pleasant experience.Was only able to enjoy the lanai and view one day as it rained the others. Could you please control the weather next time. Found a nice gecko in the living room. Put him outside. Check the front gate as it did not close completely. Dave
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena M., Cave Creek, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
The treehouse was magical! At the end of a cul-de-sac, gated we were in our own little world. Had multiple whales breaching and playing right off our lani. Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay on the Hilo side of the island. Central for all the sightseeing places we wanted to visit. Home came equipped with everything we needed and more. We will definitely be returning!! Mahalo!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

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