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HOUSE OF PALMS - Hawaiian Paradise Park, Puna Coast, Big Island, HI

North Lanai with outdoor dining and gas-fired BBQ.

South lanai--perfect for morning coffee and email.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Gym
Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Keaau, HI

University of Hawaii at Hilo
‪36 min drive‬
Port of Hilo
‪40 min drive‬
Carlsmith Beach Park
‪45 min drive‬
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living area

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

HOUSE OF PALMS - Hawaiian Paradise Park, Puna Coast, Big Island, HI

Hale Pama (House of Palms) guest cottage is located in Hawaiian Paradise Park on a one acre property. The owner residence is also located on the same property and is a legal vacation rental.

Nearby attractions include newly created black sand beaches and state parks, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, historic old town Hilo, restaurants, farmer's markets, museums and tropical gardens.

Hale Pama is nestled within a small Ohia forest, populated with palms and tropical landscaping, located privately away from the host's main home, also on the same property. When you're not out exploring the Big Island, you can relax in comfortable luxury in Hale Pama.

Big Island visitors come to explore and relax, but more and more our world is connected. Hale Pama is served by solid T-Mobile, Verizon and ATT wireless service. High speed internet service is provided at no additional charge by wifi. For those evenings when you want to relax and watch a movie, you can choose Netflix and Amazon streaming or HBO premium high definition movie service on CBS/Paramount+. Viewing is on a Roku enabled 50" 4K UHD TV.

A mini-split heat pump system provides ultra quiet air conditioning on days when required.

If you prefer to prepare your own meals, you may do so efficiently and quickly. A small refrigerator, microwave, convection counter top oven and induction skillet are provided in the well equipped wet bar area. A five burner propane gas-fired BBQ is available on the north lanai.

Hale Pama Rental Terms:
Payment in Full in advance. Directions and street address will be provided with confirmation of rental.
Full refund if cancellation occurs 30 days before scheduled arrival. 50% refund at 16-29 days before arrival. No refund if cancelled within 15 days of arrival.

Two day minimum rental. Stay six days and receive an additional day free. An additional $10.00 per night for a third guest.

House Rules:
No loud parties.
No smoking of any kind inside; a no smoking property.
No pets.
We have a minimal $50.00 cleaning fee. We ask you to wash your dishes daily and be respectful of our property.

County Transient Tax ID # W34189828-01. VRBO collects state and hotel accommodation tax upon booking and payment.

Check in 3:00pm or later, on day of arrival. The gate code, keyless entry code and additional details, will be emailed to you shortly before the day of your arrival.
Check out 11:00 am on day of departure.

PLEASE NOTE: The VRBO map incorrectly shows our location. Hale Pama is centrally located in Hale Pama, on 23rd (Naupaka) Avenue. Our address and driving directions will be emailed to you shortly after confirmation of your booking.

Property manager

Charles Wood

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

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Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No parties or loud noises No smoking property No drugs We request you follow the Hawaiian custom of no shoes indoors.

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 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-111-066-3168-01, TA-111-066-3168-01

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Hilo Coffee Mill and Pohoiki are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

Keaau, HI

What's nearby

Hobby Garden Hawaii - 20 min drive - 5.0 km
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 36 min drive - 28.4 km
Port of Hilo - 40 min drive - 33.3 km
Rainbow Falls - 41 min drive - 32.9 km
Carlsmith Beach Park - 45 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬14 min drive
‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬19 min drive
‪No. 1 Chinese Barbecue - ‬18 min drive
‪Pahoa Fresh Fish - ‬17 min drive
‪Blane's Drive Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HOUSE OF PALMS - Hawaiian Paradise Park, Puna Coast, Big Island, HI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HOUSE OF PALMS - Hawaiian Paradise Park, Puna Coast, Big Island, HI?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HOUSE OF PALMS - Hawaiian Paradise Park, Puna Coast, Big Island, HI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HOUSE OF PALMS - Hawaiian Paradise Park, Puna Coast, Big Island, HI located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hobby Garden Hawaii, Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

2 April 2025

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

Adorable cottage near Hilo

Wonderful stay on this beautiful and quiet property. We liked the location to explore the Hilo area but also Valcanoe National Park. The cottage has all the details to make for a comfortable stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

12 February 2025

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

Gorgeous guesthouse!

Hale Pama was wonderful homebase for our Big Island trip. The hosts were wonderful and the cottage was super clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed as we recharged for the next day's adventure. We are beyond happy that we found this place!

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

GAIL M.

10 February 2025

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

House of Palms Excellent VRBO

Hosts were very friendly and informative! Great front and back lanais to relax after a day of exploring. The place was very comfortable with everything we needed. Centrally located for exploring the west side of the island.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

15 January 2025

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

Lovely stay!

These hosts care deeply about their home and guests. The grounds are beautiful and they shared the fruit growing there.There was everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen had everything we wanted from dishes to spices to plastic wrap.Would for sure stay again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

27 December 2024

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

House of Palm

Lovely little place. Clean and very comfortable. It is in a quiet neighborhood and we enjoyed listening to the coqui at night. Great location for traveling to Hilo, Volcanoes, and the southern portion of the island.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harris N.

29 March 2024

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

Beautiful local and stay

The VRBO was clean and very peaceful.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

14 October 2024

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

Paradise wedding

We stayed at this wonderful cottage for two weeks for our daughter’s wedding. The location was just perfect, the property is beautiful and we had everything we needed to be right at home during our extended stay. The Woods’ are great hosts, helpful and informative.

Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

charlie w.

27 August 2024

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

Great rental

Yhis property had everything we needed, was very private, beautiful landscaping, and comfortable. The hosts were helpful and pleasant. Highly recommend.

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee T.

13 August 2024

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

Lovely, quiet, pineapple retreat

Owners were easy to communicate and coordinate with. Quiet neighborhood, lovely landscaping for views and privacy. Pineapples literally growing right outside the window, and they shared cut pineapple and limes, from their property. Would definitely recommend and stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane G., Canada

3 December 2023

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

Stay in Paradise

The cottage is well equipped. The landscaping in the yard is beautiful and makes the cottage very secluded. The bed is comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike C., Quebec City, Canada

4 October 2023

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

Great stay in hawaiian paradise

We had a great stay in this little paradise! We had everything we need in this nice house. The garden was amazing and peaceful. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricky P.

19 April 2023

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

Great hosts and home

Great home away from home. The hosts, Charles and Kathy have thought of everything you need. There was plenty of outdoor space for relaxing under the lanai when the rain would fall. We would highly recommend this location to other visitors

Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

16 October 2024

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

Quiet little guest house retreat

The property and accomodations was just perfect for capping off our stay at the big island. Kathy and Charles spent some time with us past check out chatting about various ins and outs of coming to the island and were happy to share their experiences with us. The guest house was well appointed and set apart from the main house, we never felt like we were being a bother coming and going and thanks to the landscaping were always separate enough from views of either domicile from the other that we never felt "too close." There was a plethora of information about the area, from places to eat, things to do and see, and possible safety issues with that side of the island. I would absolutely return to this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg P., Ontario, Canada

5 February 2024

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

Private Oasis

Perfect spot for a couple to relax and enjoy nature. Great BBQ and outdoor table set for evening meals. Beautifully landscaped. Everything you need for easy meals & grilling. Host is on site but the guest cottage is hidden in the lush greenery and very private. We enjoyed some of the fresh fruit grown on the property - nice treat.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

4 February 2023

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

Immaculate and Private

Looks exactly like the ad much to our delight. Comfortable, private, beautiful accommodation and lush landscaping. This is a fine little hideaway to come home to. Charles is a great host, ready to help. We will stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane E.

21 August 2023

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

Amazing and beautiful

This was the cleanest, most thoughtfully stocked place! The owners go way above and beyond! We felt so comfortable and at home after busy days of exploring. And we were treated to the best pineapple ever from their garden! Extremely gracious hosts. Thank you for such warm hospitality!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mirko B., Lutherstadt Wittenberg

26 July 2017

A beautiful and perfect house !

The house was very clean, very well equipped and quiet. The terrace with BBC was perfect. For our trips to east and west the place of the house was very good. Charles and Kathy was very friendly and helpful. Check-in and check-out were easy. We recommend this place !

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Volker K.

2 March 2023

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

Wonderful stay

The house was just perfect. Very clean, all facilities you can think of were available, even coffee, tea and some food. The host Charles responded to any request within seconds. We enjoyed very much the little terrace and listening to the frog-concert in the evening. The location was perfect for exploring the volcano national park and the east cost of the island. We can only recommend the accommodation - excellent value for money.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camilla R.

4 March 2023

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

Garden Oasis

We loved staying at Hale Pama, this guest house is surrounded by gardens and feels very private even though the main house is on the same property. Charles was always helpful with our questions and it was a lovely place to relax at the end of the day. We even got to pick a pineapple for breakfast! It was wonderful. The location is convenient and near the highway but you will need a car to get around.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britta S.

23 September 2023

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

Secluded sanctuary for a relaxing stay

We did enjoy our relaxing stay tremendously. Charles is a great host. He was very helpful and accommodating. He shared advice about the best local beaches, where to go in the Volcanoes National park, and even lent us one of his tripods to take great pictures of the newly started eruption. This is definitely a place to stay and we will recommend it to our friends (in fact, we ourselves got it recommended from our friends who stayed here before :)). Thanks, Charles, and all the best for you and your wife for the future!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathline D.

22 March 2017

very special place clean,private, quiet, perfect, close to everything in puna district

Hosts Charles & Kathy are very warm & inviting, they have a gem of a property and we are happy they chose to share it with us. Could not have picked a better place to stay. We thoroughly enjoyed the bungalow, it was new, well appointed, so clean, nicely landscaped, a lanai on both sides, Charles' photography beautifully displayed on walls, close to local area, had everything you could need, easy access to hot springs, Volcano NP, black sand beach, red road, Hilo, and so much more. We filled our days easily with waterfall stops, overlook stops, tex drive in for the best malasatas, the saddle road for mona kea & mona loa, farmers market, paniolo country. It was great to come back at the end of our long days to such a relaxing oasis. Thank you Charles & Kathy we truly had a wonderful stay at hale pama.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

10 May 2016

New, Clean, and Safe Bungalow

Thank you for allowing us to stay at your vacation rental! This property is as described—it is new and very well maintained. The owners are on-site and very helpful. It’s a separate unit—the owners are next door but we felt the bungalow was very private. I would recommend this rental to family and friends. The unit located in Hawaiian Paradise Park is a good location to visit all the attractions that East Hawai’i and Hilo have to offer including: Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Red Road, Maku’u Farmers Market, Akaka Falls, Waipio Valley, and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens. Thanks again~A hui hou!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H., Salt Lake City

11 November 2018

Lovely Vacation Rental!

Charles and his wife have created a beautiful, extremely clean and private paradise right on their one acre property. I typically shy away from rentals that share space with owners. Based on previous reviews I decided to give it a try and it was fantastic! The casita is located behind their home and given privacy by a large wall of plants. The owners are very respectful and give you plenty of privacy and autonomy. The back porch is fabulous for watching the night sky. This location was nice for visiting Volcano National Park as well as we had access to a variety of restaurants and shops in neighboring towns. Check out Charles photos online. He has several printed as decoration on the walls in the rental that are for sell at reasonable prices. He graciously wrapped one for us to take home and we will enjoy it and the memories we made for years to come. Thank you for a great stay and all of your many attention to details!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

3 November 2017

House of Palms

My wife and I had the pleasure of staying at the House of Palms for the entire month of October 2017. We could not have been happier with our decision. Charles and Kathy Wood put a lot of time and effort into creating this tropical paradise. The property is in a residential area but it has the feel of an upscale resort. The cottage, which is brand new, is situated on 1 acre, along with the owner's home, but you have complete privacy. On a clear night it seems like you can reach up and touch the stars. Charles and Kathy respect your space but are there if you need anything. The cottage itself is very comfortable and beautifully decorated and has all the amenities that you could possibly need. Charles is a professional photographer and the walls are decorated with examples of his work. He is a wealth of information about the island and is willing to share it with you if you ask. He also offers other services, like guided tours to the summit of Mauna Kea and to Kilauea in Volcano's National Park. He can also make enlargements of your favorite photos. His prices are very competitive and we took advantage of everything he had to offer. When my wife and I left we felt like we had spent the month with friends. Our experience was everything that we had hoped for. We highly recommend the House of Palms and would give it more than 5 stars if we could.

Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Fabian D.

4 June 2025

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

Excellent

Beautiful stay.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Charles Wood

Hosts and owners Kathy and Charles Wood, have purposely created a guest house to deliver a level of comfort, amenities, privacy and location to enhance your exploration of Hawaii's Big Island.

Why they chose this property

Centrally located and newly constructed Hale Pama (Jan-2016) has been purposely designed for comfort year round. An interior space of 500 square feet provides comfortable accommodation for three adults. Unlike most construction in Hawaii, Hale Pama is thoroughly insulated for quiet and comfort. A coated concrete floor remains cool year round. Ceiling fans are provided in the bedroom, living area and on each lanai. The main bedroom will be configured as two twin beds or one king bed to meet your preference before your arrival. A Serta sofa bed is provided for a third guest.

What makes this property unique

Your host, Charles Wood, is an accomplished landscape, nature and travel photographer. Charles can provide photographic tours of the Big Island along with photographic instruction to raise your photography skills to a higher level. Or, if you're an experienced photographer, he can take you to stunning shooting locations off the beaten path. Onsite fine art photographic printing is available. You can take home professionally printed images of your stay in Hawaii. DURING COVID PANDEMIC GUESTS MUST ACCOMPANY PHOTO TOUR IN THEIR OWN VEHICLE.

Additional fees apply for photographic tours and printing.

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10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Adorable cottage near Hilo

Amanda C.

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

Gorgeous guesthouse!

Steve E.

10/10 Excellent

GAIL M.

House of Palms Excellent VRBO

GAIL M.

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Lovely stay!

Diana H.

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

House of Palm

Scott M.

10/10 Excellent

Harris N.

Beautiful local and stay

Harris N.

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

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Debra H.

10/10 Excellent

charlie w.

Great rental

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10/10 Excellent

Aimee T.

Lovely, quiet, pineapple retreat

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