8/10 Good
Kurt R.
10 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kurt R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Cabin
Cozy Tiny House Near Hilo & Volcano with Private Outdoor Space
Cabin in Keaau with kitchen
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 228.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Keaau, HI
- Place, Pahoa Museum9 min drive
- Place, Hobby Garden Hawaii10 min drive
- Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo22 min drive
- Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom Loft
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Tiny House Near Hilo & Volcano with Private Outdoor Space
Escape to this thoughtfully designed tiny house on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, perfectly located just a 10-minute drive to Pāhoa town, about 30 minutes to downtown Hilo, and approximately 45 minutes to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. This cozy retreat is ideal for a solo traveler or couple, whether you’re visiting for a short getaway or an extended stay.
The tiny house features a unique double-loft layout. The main sleeping loft (8’ x 8’) includes a comfortable queen-size foam mattress, while the second loft (8’ x 5.5’) serves as a relaxing media nook with a large bean bag chair and TV—perfect for unwinding after a day of island adventures.
Downstairs, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and a private bathroom with an eco-friendly composting toilet. The home is built on a 24’ x 8’ trailer and is designed to maximize comfort and functionality in a compact space.
Guests also enjoy a private outdoor area with a picnic table, ideal for meals outside, morning coffee, or stargazing at night. This tiny house offers a peaceful, budget-friendly base for exploring the lush landscapes, black sand beaches, and unique communities of East Hawaiʻi.
The tiny house features a unique double-loft layout. The main sleeping loft (8’ x 8’) includes a comfortable queen-size foam mattress, while the second loft (8’ x 5.5’) serves as a relaxing media nook with a large bean bag chair and TV—perfect for unwinding after a day of island adventures.
Downstairs, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and a private bathroom with an eco-friendly composting toilet. The home is built on a 24’ x 8’ trailer and is designed to maximize comfort and functionality in a compact space.
Guests also enjoy a private outdoor area with a picnic table, ideal for meals outside, morning coffee, or stargazing at night. This tiny house offers a peaceful, budget-friendly base for exploring the lush landscapes, black sand beaches, and unique communities of East Hawaiʻi.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please lock the front door of the tiny house, as well as the gate to the driveway upon your departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 GE-065-540-2496-01, 150190770000, TA-065-540-2496-01
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Keaau
Keaau is home to this cabin. Lava Tree State Monument and Hawaiian Beaches Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
Keaau, HI
What's nearby
- Pahoa Museum - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
- Hobby Garden Hawaii - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
- Lava Tree State Monument - 16 min drive - 19.0 km
- Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 18 min drive - 22.4 km
- University of Hawaii at Hilo - 22 min drive - 26.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Black Rock Cafe - 11 min drive
- Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
- Bite The Eye - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Kohala coffee Co - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jean-Pierre P.
9 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jean-Pierre P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alyson J.
22 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Alyson J.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael J.
15 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ialand hop getaway
Michael J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adam & Katie B.
13 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All we needed
Adam & Katie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emma P.
4 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Emma P.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kyle L.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Kyle L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
10 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephanie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Matthew
What makes this property unique
This tiny house offers a rare blend of thoughtful design, sustainability, and comfort in the heart of East Hawaiʻi. Built to maximize both function and relaxation, the space features a unique double-loft layout—one loft dedicated to sleeping and the other designed as a cozy media nook—allowing guests to enjoy distinct areas within a compact footprint.
Unlike many off-grid stays, this home balances eco-conscious living with modern conveniences. The kitchen is fully equipped with a propane range and oven, and the bathroom features an on-demand tankless hot water system and a luxurious rainfall shower. A clear glass vessel sink and easy-to-use composting toilet provide a clean, sustainable experience without sacrificing comfort.
The tiny house is supplied by rainwater catchment and thoughtfully positioned to embrace the surrounding Hawaiian rainforest. Guests can relax in their private outdoor space, enjoy meals at the picnic table, and fall asleep to the natural sounds of the forest—yet remain just minutes from Pāhoa, Hilo, and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
What truly makes this property special is the balance it offers: peaceful and private, yet conveniently located; compact, yet intentionally designed; eco-friendly, yet comfortable. It’s an ideal base for travelers seeking a unique Big Island experience that feels both grounded in nature and carefully curated for a memorable stay.
Unlike many off-grid stays, this home balances eco-conscious living with modern conveniences. The kitchen is fully equipped with a propane range and oven, and the bathroom features an on-demand tankless hot water system and a luxurious rainfall shower. A clear glass vessel sink and easy-to-use composting toilet provide a clean, sustainable experience without sacrificing comfort.
The tiny house is supplied by rainwater catchment and thoughtfully positioned to embrace the surrounding Hawaiian rainforest. Guests can relax in their private outdoor space, enjoy meals at the picnic table, and fall asleep to the natural sounds of the forest—yet remain just minutes from Pāhoa, Hilo, and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
What truly makes this property special is the balance it offers: peaceful and private, yet conveniently located; compact, yet intentionally designed; eco-friendly, yet comfortable. It’s an ideal base for travelers seeking a unique Big Island experience that feels both grounded in nature and carefully curated for a memorable stay.
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