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Sweeping Oceanfront Lanai Views
New Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9165.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Papaaloa, Hawaii
  • Umauma Falls
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Akaka Falls
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Bluff Home on Hamakua Coast - Hale Hamakua

Welcome to Hale Hamakua!

This beautifully decorated 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is located on a private acre parcel along the Hamakua Coast just north of Hilo where there is nothing to block your views of the mighty Pacific! The large open windows fill the home with light, beauty and magnificent views. Come during the winter months and you will have a front row seat for all the whale activity that you can possibly take in.


The kitchen is large and easy to work in and of course has all the amenities that you will need to cook up those scrumptious island meals. The master bedroom with its en-suite bath, king size bed, private ocean view lanai and entertainment center with TV and DVD, plus wall AC unit is the perfect escape after a long day of sightseeing.

For the other members of your family and kids, there is a TV room, too with another flat screen TV and DVD player. There are 3 other bedrooms with a queen (with wall AC unit), a full size bed (with wall AC unit), and one twin, plus 2 twin sofa beds in the living room. Everyone gets their own space!

From this convenient location, explore old Hilo town with its great farmers market and historical museums and must see stops. Also discover beautiful Akaka Water Falls Park and the Old Mamalahoa Highway, the original highway built back in the 20’s that took you from Hilo town to the beautiful horse country of Waimea.

From the house, you’re only a short 20 minute drive to the south to Hilo, 20 minutes to the north to Honokaa town, Waipio Valley and from there just another few minutes to the beautiful white sandy Hapuna Beach.

Come to Hale Hamakua, your vacation destination on the east side of the Big Island!

Please expect to share your space with some of our friendly Hawaii geckos, lizards, birds, and plants.

- Ocean Front Home!
- 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 9)
- Beds: King, Queen, Full, Twin & 2 Twin Sofas in the Living Room
-Wall AC units in the main bedroom, as well as the ones with the queen and full beds
- Big Screen TV
- Full Kitchen with Dishwasher
- All Cooking Utensils
- Microwave
- BBQ Grill
- Washer/Dryer
- WIFI Broadband Internet **wifi speeds in this area are not sufficient or ideal for those trying to work remotely, Speeds will only handle basic internet usage.**
- Telephone
- DVD/CD Player
- Linens/Towels Provided
- Deck/Balcony
- Ocean View
- Great Snorkeling Close
- Many Restaurants Close
- Kilauea 45 min.
- Hilo 20 min
- No Smoking
- No Pets.

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

Hawaii Life/VRBO bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

STVR-19-363927
NUC-19-1560
TA-072-896-7680-01

Property manager

Jolanta Valencia
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

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 TA-072-896-7680-01, GE-072-896-7680-01

About the area

Ninole

Located in Ninole, this holiday home is near the beach. Akaka Falls State Park and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include World Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Onomea Tea Company Estate and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Papaaloa, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • World Botanical Gardens - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Umauma Falls - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Akaka Falls - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 30 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Port of Hilo - 31 min drive - 32.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fifties Highway Fountain - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Kalo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Umauma Experience - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Bluff Home on Hamakua Coast - Hale Hamakua pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Bluff Home on Hamakua Coast - Hale Hamakua?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Bluff Home on Hamakua Coast - Hale Hamakua?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Bluff Home on Hamakua Coast - Hale Hamakua located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 6 mi (10 km) of Umauma Falls and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

JP S.

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

J and J holiday

The location and the view were very relaxing. Loved waking up and enjoying slow mornings with a cup of coffee on the deck. The roosters were a little annoying, but we got used to it. The house was in really good condition. The sliding screens and doors could use a little TLC. So sorry the coqui frogs are now as far north as your location. I would eventually like to see a more bike friendly road system on the east coast highway. There are many narrow spots and some not so friendly drivers on the east coast compared to west coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

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

Hilo side tropical paradise

This house was excellent for the 2 of us , our 2 grandsons and our Mother-in-law.Gorgeous view from the covered lanai, multiple whale sitings and easy access to Hilo, Volcano and lots of fun hikes.Well appointed kitchen , good AC and pretty decent WiFi a godsend since there was 0 cell reception!Our concierge was extremely responsive and helpful and we even enjoyed the roosters!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

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

Anniversary

Beautiful spot. Beautiful home. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous view

Quiet, peaceful, with plenty of space for everyone and an incredible view of the ocean enjoyed every morning and evening on the deck. It was a perfect location for exploring the Hilo side of the island, something I think too many people overlook. The only down sides were the AC—located only in the bedrooms, the wall units were old and noisy. The place is a little older—careful on the deck—the wood on the railing is rotting and detached in one place. Cleanliness was a little iffy. Overall though, none of these issues kept us from enjoying our stay. Really, sitting on the deck overlooking the water and the beautiful yard was one of the best parts of my trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel O.

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

Great experience

The instructions were clear and the chckin and checkout was smooth. I would totally book again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Gary Kanz J.

Beautiful Views, Peaceful and Private Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The views alone make this house worth it. It was very private and quiet, a great place to relax. The house was spacious and comfortable. The backyard was gorgeous and very well maintained. We enjoyed the AC in 3 of the 4 bedrooms. We really appreciated that it was stocked with things like beach chairs, a beach umbrella, towels, snorkel gear etc. Management was great and made it easy to find the house. On the downside, the Wi-fi was pretty weak, and we didn't have any cell service, so be prepared to disconnect a bit during your stay. The towels smelled very musty, so we had to re-wash them, which helped a little, but still didn't totally get rid of the smell. One of the railings on the porch was a bit loose, so you needed to be careful not to lean on it. Otherwise, it was a great stay and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Island Celebration

The property was plenty big for our party of eight. There were spots for all of us to have time to ourselves after a day of sightseeing or spending time at the beach. Though it is far from the Kona sights, we didn't mind. There is plenty to see and do in Hilo. Volcanoes National Park is only about an hour away as is Hapuna Beach for snorkeling. The zoo in Hilo is well-kept, beautiful, and free! We had a wonderful time celebrating college graduations on this beautiful property.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Darla C.

Beautiful Views!

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: Lovely view with lots of room for the family. The lanai is spacious with loads of seating. We found the house clean and well-equipped. Everything you need in your home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Dukie R.

Great place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Hale hamakua was a nice place to stay during the Merrie Monarch week. It's a lengthy drive but worth the drive. Home is clean, maintained and like the solitude away from town. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun W.

Beautiful and Peaceful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is quite out of the way, far from the bustle of Hilo but close enough to make trips into town easy. We found it to be a good home base for seeing all that the Big Island has to offer. The property’s outdoor spaces are absolutely wonderful! We loved watching birds, whales, and chickens while our young boys ran around the back yard. We like to cook and the kitchen had just enough to enable us to make whatever we wanted. Everything was clean and functional, and the supply of beach chairs, snorkels, flippers, boogie board, and cooler were much appreciated for our family trips to the beach. We would stay again for sure.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura n.

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

Big Island Adventure

A very spacious house that accommodated 9 of us. We chose this location for a family gathering because we live on opposite sides of the world; coming from the Midwest in the U.S. to Japan. Peaceful view on a bluff with a nice outdoor deck. Quiet setting. Lots of outdoor beauty to explore. Volcanos, waterfalls, incredible ocean shores and even an area with hot pools. About 20 minutes to Hilo.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Private and Comfortable

We enjoyed our stay at Hale Hamakua. The view and grounds were beautiful. We loved the birds and geckos. We had two couples and the two beds we used were comfortable, and we appreciated the beach towels, chairs, and ice chest (although we could have used a smaller one...). The labeled light switches were a nice touch. The kitchen had everything we needed as far as cookware and dinnerware although it would have been nice to have a few spices available. The main road was close, but the road noise was minimal. We would stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John W.

A delightful stay on the Eastern coast of Hawai'i

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: Our family of 6--4 adults and 2 teenagers--enjoyed staying at this house in early July 2023. Our stay was delightful. The house was clean, well equipped, and ideal for our needs. It was so nice being able to look out at any time of day and seeing the ocean and beautiful clouds in a deep blue sky. It was fun watching geckos on the outside of the house. We used the television only once, to watch videos we had captured while snorkeling with green sea turtles. There is very limited access to groceries nearby, but Hilo was close enough that we could pick up anything we needed, usually while traveling to our many destinations on the island. It was nice having access to a washer and dryer. The kitchen contained all the tools we needed to prepare our meals, so we ate very well (probably too well). When I asked how everyone like the house, they all said it was ideal and they would like to return someday. I fully agree.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Richard W R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely solitude

The property was clean, if a bit too well-used. Views were wonderful and ocean-oriented. Rooms were airy and bright. Geckos, frogs, and birds were an added gift!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelda B.

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

Gorgeous views!

Spacious and relaxing place to rest after sightseeing, hiking and long days at the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

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

Amazing property - so homey

Delightful all along
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcy S.

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

Perfect for our family vacation!

This house was such a lovely welcome for us on our first trip to Hawaii! The house was spotless (our most important criteria) and provided everything we needed for a fantastic week, including beach towels and a cooler. Plus, the view from the back deck is breathtaking! I could have stayed out there all week except that there are so many things to do on the big island. Mahalo for an unforgettable vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Peaceful Retreat!

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 the location of this house. It's close to Hilo, but still only a short drive to some great snorkeling locations on the Kona side. There are some great hikes just a few minutes away. The house is well maintained and clean, and the beds are comfy. We loved the privacy of the property! Great Hosts! Mahalo!

8/10 Good

Hemangini R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Nice property needs many upgrades in all areas of the house!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice A.

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

Great

A few trials with unlocking door and no water 1 morning. Had some trouble finding driveway after dark 1st night. Otherwise very relaxed and enjoyable. Loved the decor.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie J.

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

Fabulous views and very roomy

Lots of space. Well-appointed kitchen. Unbelievable views from deck. Surrounded by fruit ttees, orchids, and exotic plants. Glorious sunrises frim the huge deck. Only a 25-minute drive to downtown Hilo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

James W.

Great View and nice stay

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: This is a nice home with a great view of the ocean. We enjoyed sitting on the deck, feeling the ocean breeze, and watching the ocean. It's not too far from Hilo, but far enough that you feel you're out in the countryside. There is a general store close by if you need to pick up a few things, otherwise Hilo is about 20 minutes away with nice local restaurants and big box stores.We really enjoyed they stay here. The owners/managers of the property are very nice and very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

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

Beautiful Location

Beautiful home off the beaten path. Comfortable nights listening to the Coqui frogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

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

Secluded Oasis

This property is exactly as it's described. It is outside of town (Hilo) by a bit but we knew this going in. The views are spectacular and if you love the sounds of nature this place is for you. The directions are spot on and check in was very easy. The house is perfectly appointed and we loved having the use of beach chairs, boogie boards and the beach umbrella. I would highly recommend this place for groups and families!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg O.

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

Loved this House!

If you're wanting quiet country living then this place is for you. House was very nice. Views are amazing! We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

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