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Top Five Rated Vacation Rental In Pahoa , Come Relax with Us!!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m
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Explore the area

Pahoa, HI
- Place, Pahoa Museum9 min drive
- Place, Lava Tree State Monument12 min drive
- Place, Star of the Sea Painted Church16 min drive
- Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)40 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
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Top Five Rated Vacation Rental In Pahoa , Come Relax with Us!!
Enjoy a stay in this Rainforest Hawaiian Home and experience the authentic island style living;
feel the tropical breeze, inhale the fragrant scents in the air and take in the songs of the numerous tropical birds that will greet you. We invite you to experience our style of Hawaii and feel our Aloha...
Aloha and welcome to our Rainforest Retreat! The moment you enter this truly Hawaiian home you will experience the Aloha. Our cozy two bedroom Home is on the windward side of the big island of Hawaii. Just 25 minutes south of Hilo International Airport, located in the beautiful Leilani Estates, which is considered one of the more upscale communities in the area. Our home is in a safe and friendly neighborhood, where you can walk, bike and enjoy the lush tropical rainforest setting. Excellent for a small family or perfect for a romantic getaway.
The home is surrounded by an acre of lush tropical flowers, native trees and fruit trees. You can pick avocados, pineapple, bananas, rollinia, lilikoi, soursop, papaya, Citrus
and mulberries and enjoy them when they're in season. All the comforts of home include a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, coffee maker, coffee grinder, toaster, blender, rice cooker and outdoor gas BBQ grill, plus a washer and dryer. For an added convenience, Rainforest Cottage has broadband internet, phone, a flat screen TV and DVD/CD player. The telephone allows unlimited calls anywhere in the USA, its territories and Canada. There are two bedrooms with new pillow top beds with 600 thread count cotton bed sheets and a private lanai off the master bedroom. Outdoor Shower Installed!!
Once you're good and rested, you'll want to explore all of the wonderful local amenities. Start with Pahoa town, only 5 minute from the cottage with 11 multi-national restaurants to choose from and an extremely well stocked natural foods store. There is a New Black Sand Beach at Pohoiki Park, created from the new lava flow.
All along the coast in the rural Puna district, you will discover special places to explore from parks to sheltered coves. 15 minute from the cottage is the exotic Kehana Beach where palm and ironwood trees frame a lovely crescent of black sand. Two miles in the other direction is Mackenzie State Park, with steep lava cliffs and rugged, rocky shore. Mackenzie Park also has hiking trails and accessible lava tubes for spelunking. Take another day to discover old Hawaii. Visit Kalapana Village, only 15 minutes from the cottage, plant a coconut on Hawaii's newest Black Sand Beach created by lava flows in the 90's. Don't miss FREE live local hawaiian music outdoors here every Wednesday night and enjoy the local treats at the farmers market and the food stands, featuring a variety of items including vegan and vegetarian fare. On the way there you'll pass the historical star of the sea painted church. Down the coast you may be able to see a plume of steam rising where lava is flowing in to the ocean!
Don't forget the charming town of Hilo in your itinerary. Only 25 minutes from home, discover Hilo's unique history on Bay Front at the Pacific
Tsunami Museum. Down the street you will be among friendly people as you wander throughout
the stands of Hilo Farmer Market. Sample Hawaiian food, fresh hot tamales and Filipino dessert! You can purchase fresh fish, tropical flowers, organic produce and exotic seasonal fruit to enjoy. You will find yourself in lush botanical gardens, waterfalls and the largest Japanese Garden in the USA. Enjoy snorkeling at Richardson's Beach, Hilo's own black sand beach, watch the dolphins and whales and swim with the turtles.
Take a 45 minute drive or so and you could be at the lovely Volcano, situated near the rim of the Kilauea crater on your way to viewing the lava activity in Volcano National Park (ongoing 20 plus years!) If you ever feel need to leave the Puna district, there's plenty more: Wimea Town, social center of the famous Parker Ranch, Kailua-Kona and it's shopping centre, gorgeous scenery, arts, crafts and all that is has to offer. Don't forget the waterfalls, helicopter rides, parasailing, hiking, kayaking and Hamakua come home to your own private retreat where you can rest up for your next island adventure!
Aloha, welcome to paradise!
feel the tropical breeze, inhale the fragrant scents in the air and take in the songs of the numerous tropical birds that will greet you. We invite you to experience our style of Hawaii and feel our Aloha...
Aloha and welcome to our Rainforest Retreat! The moment you enter this truly Hawaiian home you will experience the Aloha. Our cozy two bedroom Home is on the windward side of the big island of Hawaii. Just 25 minutes south of Hilo International Airport, located in the beautiful Leilani Estates, which is considered one of the more upscale communities in the area. Our home is in a safe and friendly neighborhood, where you can walk, bike and enjoy the lush tropical rainforest setting. Excellent for a small family or perfect for a romantic getaway.
The home is surrounded by an acre of lush tropical flowers, native trees and fruit trees. You can pick avocados, pineapple, bananas, rollinia, lilikoi, soursop, papaya, Citrus
and mulberries and enjoy them when they're in season. All the comforts of home include a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, coffee maker, coffee grinder, toaster, blender, rice cooker and outdoor gas BBQ grill, plus a washer and dryer. For an added convenience, Rainforest Cottage has broadband internet, phone, a flat screen TV and DVD/CD player. The telephone allows unlimited calls anywhere in the USA, its territories and Canada. There are two bedrooms with new pillow top beds with 600 thread count cotton bed sheets and a private lanai off the master bedroom. Outdoor Shower Installed!!
Once you're good and rested, you'll want to explore all of the wonderful local amenities. Start with Pahoa town, only 5 minute from the cottage with 11 multi-national restaurants to choose from and an extremely well stocked natural foods store. There is a New Black Sand Beach at Pohoiki Park, created from the new lava flow.
All along the coast in the rural Puna district, you will discover special places to explore from parks to sheltered coves. 15 minute from the cottage is the exotic Kehana Beach where palm and ironwood trees frame a lovely crescent of black sand. Two miles in the other direction is Mackenzie State Park, with steep lava cliffs and rugged, rocky shore. Mackenzie Park also has hiking trails and accessible lava tubes for spelunking. Take another day to discover old Hawaii. Visit Kalapana Village, only 15 minutes from the cottage, plant a coconut on Hawaii's newest Black Sand Beach created by lava flows in the 90's. Don't miss FREE live local hawaiian music outdoors here every Wednesday night and enjoy the local treats at the farmers market and the food stands, featuring a variety of items including vegan and vegetarian fare. On the way there you'll pass the historical star of the sea painted church. Down the coast you may be able to see a plume of steam rising where lava is flowing in to the ocean!
Don't forget the charming town of Hilo in your itinerary. Only 25 minutes from home, discover Hilo's unique history on Bay Front at the Pacific
Tsunami Museum. Down the street you will be among friendly people as you wander throughout
the stands of Hilo Farmer Market. Sample Hawaiian food, fresh hot tamales and Filipino dessert! You can purchase fresh fish, tropical flowers, organic produce and exotic seasonal fruit to enjoy. You will find yourself in lush botanical gardens, waterfalls and the largest Japanese Garden in the USA. Enjoy snorkeling at Richardson's Beach, Hilo's own black sand beach, watch the dolphins and whales and swim with the turtles.
Take a 45 minute drive or so and you could be at the lovely Volcano, situated near the rim of the Kilauea crater on your way to viewing the lava activity in Volcano National Park (ongoing 20 plus years!) If you ever feel need to leave the Puna district, there's plenty more: Wimea Town, social center of the famous Parker Ranch, Kailua-Kona and it's shopping centre, gorgeous scenery, arts, crafts and all that is has to offer. Don't forget the waterfalls, helicopter rides, parasailing, hiking, kayaking and Hamakua come home to your own private retreat where you can rest up for your next island adventure!
Aloha, welcome to paradise!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids two and under are free
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Property Registration Number 313015004000, TA-006-253-7728-01, GE-006-253-7728-01
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About the area
Pahoa
Located in Pahoa, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Imiloa Astronomy Center and University Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio. Hobby Garden Hawaii and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pahoa, HI
What's nearby
- Pahoa Museum - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
- Lava Tree State Monument - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
- Star of the Sea Painted Church - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
- Kapoho Beach - 21 min drive - 22.0 km
- Kehena Beach - 24 min drive - 23.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Black Rock Cafe - 10 min drive
- Bite The Eye - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Kohala coffee Co - 11 min drive
- Burger King - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
7 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kerianne B.
16 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Kerianne B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jake
6 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jake
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica E.
12 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica E.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diana N.
5 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diana N.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brittni H.
8 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brittni H.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nicholas T.
18 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicholas T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer E.
2 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer E.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joshua G.
29 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gore family
Joshua G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mindy L.
23 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mindy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heath T.
3 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Heath T.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ota H.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and facility
Ota H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
26 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renate K.
9 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great days
Renate K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura L.
15 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic Hawaiian home
Laura L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim P.
7 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything expected and needed - perfect
Tim P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristina H.
16 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful stay!
Kristina H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John H.
2 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
John H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Craig S.
11 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot in the rainforest!!!
Craig S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Doug R.
19 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical Bungalow
Doug R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clint P.
8 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Retreat
Clint P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Michael H.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John J.
24 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and property
John J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donna Y.
3 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Donna Y.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Claudia B.
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
Claudia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Matt Mettalia
Aloha my name is Matt i was born and raised in Santa Cruz, California a small surfing beach town, I met my wife of Twenty years on one of my trips to Bali Indonesia , we both love the beach and island life this is why we love Puna HI , the slow pace, Aloha and the local vibe this is the REAL Hawaii that we want our guest to experience .
Why they chose this property
Aloha! While you are here, we hope you will feel that Aina Lani is your Hawaiian home, my wife and I wanted to share the happiness and fun of Hawaii with beaches the volcano, the Farmers markets the Big Island is a like a small continent--there is an enormous amount to experience here, come and enjoy its wonders.
What makes this property unique
Beautiful Outdoor Shower Island Style. And rainforest gardens with lots of fruit trees and flowers.
Languages:
English, Spanish, Indonesian
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