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Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul.

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lanai has 2 twin beds disguised as a sofa
front entrance
Interior
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Pāhoa, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul.

GE-186-363-6992-01 TAT186-363-6992-01This colorful 2 bedroom 2 bath home is Hosted from the front cottage. Close to all the fun Puna has to offer. The quiet setting has privacy with room for family & friends. Let the sound of the waves rock you to sleep. Maybe even hear the whales. Gardenias fill the garden with a wonderful aroma. Colorful tropical plants sway in the breeze, creating a delightful view from the fully screened lanai. The house is set up to sleep two couples with new queen size beds that connect by the lanai. Both rooms exactly the same except color schemes. All linens are new and are the appropriate weight for the climate for a comfortable stay.The house is super cute in a simple way .The full kitchen allows for home cooked meals.
Take your coffee and morning walk to the cliffs or Kahakai Park with lots of spots for fishing or watching the waves break.
Borrow the snorkel gear and visit Kapoho for the best snorkeling on the island.
Enjoy the restaurants in Pahoa. We had the best meals at Nings and Kaleos. Truly delicious. There really is something for every taste and budget. THE FARMERS MARKETS are amazing. Wednesdays is Hilo or Uncle Roberts in Kalapana. Saturday Hilo. Sunday Maku'u on the road to Hilo. Plus Keauu has one open everyday! There is so much to enjoy you'll have to come back many times to discover it all!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Please recycle,
tell me if anything breaks.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pahoa

Located in Pahoa, this holiday home is by the ocean. S. Hata Building and Lyman Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Pāhoa, HI

What's nearby

  • Pahoa Museum - 22 min drive - 11.8 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 51 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 55 min drive - 48.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 55 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 61 min drive - 51.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪LaHiki kava bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Kapoho Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Star of the Sea Painted Church are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sarah s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, peaceful stay with a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed for our brief stay. Would visit again. Clean and ready for our visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrée-Anne B.

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

Cozy

Very well situated, as advertised.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D R.

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

Amazing

We loved the place, extremely clean and comfy. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawne M.

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

Sweet retreat.. very sweet and comfortable

This little spot was so lovely and perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clark A.

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

Enjoyed the rain

Nice, peaceful getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is clean, well stocked and comfortable and the screened porch is delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

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

Over night stay

Everything was clean and in good working order
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Lovely home

This home was so cute! I wish we could have stayed longer. It was so nice to sit and relax on the screened porch. The foliage in the yard was beautiful. The beds were comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dermot D.

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

Family vacation

We loved our stay. Everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinua A.

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

Island hopping

Beautiful home in a quiet area, loved the enclosed lanai, favorite part about the home. Thank you Susan! We will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Very pleasant stay

We stayed in this area because of it's proximity to Volcano NP, Hilo, and Puna area. The property was very clean and comfortable, and we enjoyed walks to the oceanside park daily..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

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

Charming Retreat

We enjoyed our day and night of rest at this super charming place...the energy was so positive and it was just as described. The lanai area was so cozy, it made the perfect place to drink coffee, paint in the guest book and chat. The frogs sing a chorus for you at night (bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper), and the roosters roust you in the morning. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Beautiful Property and Home

Stayed there for a few nights with my adult children. Host communicated well and had everything set up for us when we got there. Place was clean and charming. We enjoyed hanging out in the screen room at night listening to all the wildlife and playing Big Island Monopoly. We hope to make it back there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila O.

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

Hilo vicinity

Best sunrise view at nearby park
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trina K.

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

Beautiful

Our family had a wonderful, relaxing stay we are very grateful and would love to stay at your home again some time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Quick trip

Very cute and cozy. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Namita G.

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time staying at Sue’s place. She was vehicle to respond to any questions. Place is well maintained and beautiful with all the needed amenities. Wish we could stay longer there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lemuel A.

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

Beautiful and Cozy place

Sue and Brad are amazing host. Lovely and cozy home.....Recommend it anyone!!!! Aloha and Mahalo nui!!! You made my daughter's bday memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Tranquil

Spacious clean well stocked.A delightful garden getaway.Absolutely loved sweet retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

precia t., salt lake city

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

So sweet!

We only stayed a night and were sad to leave. Such a charming little place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

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

Peaceful Paradise

Our family of 6 stayed here for a few nights to explore this side of the island. Perfect accomodations. Enough room for us to spread out and not bump into each other.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi & Dennis W.

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

Nice Retreat

Spacious accommodations for 2 couples surrounded by lush gardens. Relatively close to shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

We stayed for one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry W.

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

Excellent get a way

We stayed a week and had a relaxing time. The place was nice and quiet and everyone we met around the house was very nice and informed us of all the local places to eat and visit. Cant wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Barrackman

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I Love the warm water and the warm people, Nothing like Island time to revive the senses and spirit It drew me back over and over. The fluid colors demand the artist to paint and the overworked relax.

Why they chose this property

Because it's clean , comfortable and close to everything.

What makes this property unique

the vaulted lanai with transom windows keep the house cool.

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