Title: Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=35837730&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo ![Property grounds - Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/1a1ac24f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/0f3a2c98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/e9578848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, beach towels - Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/0e682ede.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/f7fee8f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Across the street from Hilo's most beautiful beaches, Leleiwi offers an immersive Hawaiian experience. With its historical and cultural significance, this extraordinary property features Ka Wai Ola (Living Springs), pristine ponds that rise and fall with the tide where you can swim in private serenity. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo This extraordinary property is across the street from the most beautiful beaches in Hilo. This property, with multiple Ka Wai Ola, (Living Springs) offers you all that Hawaii Island has to offer. Once only a place for Hawaii's royalty, we offer this very special property with historical and cultural significance. Beautiful ocean, offering wonderful views and the sweet sound of waves breaking on the rocks. The pristine ponds on the property rise and fall with the tide where you can swim and lounge in privacy. Newly remodeled, and renovated, designed by Keala Wolf, and maintaining the look and feel of the "old Hawaii", there's no better place to experience what it means to be part of the Hawaiian culture. Immerse yourself in a magical place, and find the peace only available by the ocean in Leleiwi on Hawaii island. The Nature Conservancy along with the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and the University of Hawaii at Hilo are conducting a global climate study at this very special property. \*\*Each bedroom has Air Conditioning Double pane windows and Private bathroom. \*\*All bedrooms have Serta Presidential mattresses. \*\*Custom Living Room Furniture. \*\*Reclaimed teak dinning table sitting 8. \*\*Bar B Que \*\*Hardwood floors A new security system looks out onto the grounds and street beyond. No cameras see the house or lanai. The house has an unusual configuration. The back two bedrooms, each with their own bathroom and A/C, are accessed from the covered lanai, and therefore have their own entrances. Tweens and teenagers love it, but it might be inappropriate for small children. We have an unfenced pond so you have to keep an eye on them. Nevertheless we have hosted many. STVR Registration Number:19-360051 Non-conforming Use Certificate Number:19-1279 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32668800/32668790/6451be59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEAUTIFUL TROPICAL STYLE CUSTOM HOME WITH POOL Pepeekeo - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=32668790&PinnedHotelID=32668790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122310000/122306200/122306169/7d7fdecc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Nene Hideaway near Richardson's Beach Park Sleeps 6 Keaukaha - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=122306169&PinnedHotelID=122306169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21770000/21763300/21763272/f3ed7987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 🏖️Peaceful and Private | Pool | Ocean Views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number GE-047-798-0672-01, TA-047-798-0672-01 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Nicest Vacation Rental Hilo House Nicest Vacation Rental House Nicest Vacation Rental Hilo Nicest Vacation Rental Private vacation home Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Hilo Hilo Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Private vacation home Private vacation home Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi ON Hawaii Island Hilo House Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi Hawaii Island House Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi ON Hawaii Island Hilo Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi Hawaii Island Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Nicest Vacation Rental In Hilo ## About the area Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Keaukaha, a neighborhood in Hilo. Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Pacific Tsunami Museum. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Gilbert Carvalho Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Hilo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hilo.dx1643) [View more Vacation homes in Hilo](https://www.expedia.ca/Hilo-Private-Vacation-Homes.d1643-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.73312%2C-155.01620&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KBLSB407yY8hG-SHJkRvxGHSIbI=) Hilo, HI ### What's nearby - ![Richardson\'s Ocean Park which includes landscape views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063995/e8cdda1f-6c97-47d0-894c-ff96893f3c68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Richardson's Ocean Park 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Tree in Carlsmith Beach Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635946818090/c8ef32c3-6665-4a86-bf32-636b4cee77e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carlsmith Beach Park 3 min drive \- 1.6 km - ![Keaukaha Beach Park showing rugged coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6289939/84f99647-27ec-4593-bccb-5e8774d10998.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Keaukaha Beach Park 6 min drive \- 3.1 km - ![Reeds Bay Beach Park is located on Banyan Drive, Hilo, big island of Hawaii.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160347/6566b2dc-7b27-4b3f-8556-449352841bcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Hilo 9 min drive \- 4.6 km - University of Hawaii at Hilo 14 min drive \- 9.5 km ### Getting around - Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Ken's House of Pancakes 10 min drive - Ocean Front Kitchen 9 min drive - Verna's Drive In 10 min drive - Big Island Coffee Roasters 10 min drive - Ka Lihikai 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo? ### What time is check-out at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo? ### Where is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 73 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bri S. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best spot in Hilo! We've stayed here before and it never disappoints. Clean, spacious, and great for families. ##### Bri S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave P. Feb 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Loved this property. They did an amazing remodel recently and it was top notch. I can’t say enough good things about this property. Loved loved loved it. ##### Dave P. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bill h. May 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### review the property was very clean. we have been to Hawaii the last 4 years and this is by far the best place we have stayed in. The pictures on VRBO are just like the place looks. ##### bill h. Stayed 11 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan S. Sep 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time in Hawaii We had a wonderful stay! The house was beautiful. The kitchen was well equipped. The grounds were so pretty. We saw turtles in the ocean right across the street. Our group was 6 adults(3 couples) and there was plenty of room for us to be together or to have a quiet spot. Highly recommend this place. Pepe our host was easy to contact. ##### Susan S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodie M. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent property near beaches We really enjoyed our stay at this property. There were several different areas for us to hang out, separately or together. I absolutely loved the front porch area, which had a view of the ocean. We also enjoyed the pond in the front’s front, complete with resident koi. One of us even had a swim in it! Order was very responsive with email queries prior to arrival. ##### Jodie M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy g. Dec 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Getaway Cottage We loved this property!! It was very clean and very well stocked and it was ideal for our group. We were a group of 6 adults and the set up was perfect. Two people per bedroom with plenty of gathering space inside and out. We took advantage of the proximity to the beach park and swam there everyday after exploring other sites in Hilo. I would highly recommend this property and I would love to stay there again! ##### Tracy g. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### John O. Nov 19, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay near Hilo Good location across the street from snorkeling. Well equipped house. Back two bedrooms smell musty just spite they’re being air purifiers. House was not as clean as we would’ve expected and could use some maintenance. ##### John O. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim F. Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home Next to Amazing Beaches We enjoyed our stay at this home in Hilo. Staying in Hilo saved us a lot of drive time when exploring Volcano National Park, Mauna Kea, and all the beautiful waterfalls in the area. Just walk across the street to enjoy the some amazing beaches. The house was beautifully updated; every bathroom was amazing. The layout worked great, giving our adult children some privacy. Our family enjoyed sitting around the large dining table on the patio in the evenings and spending an afternoon watching the locals "cruise" the street in front of the house. The street noise mostly ended at night, but sleeping with a sound machine canceled out any lingering noise. It was also fun to watch the ponds rise and fall with the tide. I would definitely recommend this rental. ##### Kim F. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dede R. Sep 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place Peaceful, quiet area, clean and cool property (literally and descriptively!) with separate AC controls in each of the 3 bedrooms. Bathrooms were amazing!! Loved the pond with fish and all of the outdoor spaces. Very easy drive to Hilo and great nearby restaurants - Seaside was wonderful!! Ocean access just across the street at 3 different public parks. Area felt very safe. ##### Dede R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila B. Nov 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise found This location exceeded my expectations . I loved the layout, as did my adult children. It is ideally situations and close to downtown. However, it was the ocean, and the beauty and the peaceful porch I will remember. Thank you for the beach towel use, and being across from the best beach- very rocky wear water socks, but still best around. ##### Sheila B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan O. Nov 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little bit of paradise We made ourselves at home quickly here and really didn’t want to leave. The ponds were ever changing and fun to explore. Just across the street is paradise and perfectly picturesque. Enjoy the walk either way down the coast. The lanai was perfect all day and night to relax on. The house had everything we needed. We’ll be back. Hilo has so much to offer. ##### Ryan O. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles L. Sep 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Hilo Vacation Rental I’d rate this vacation rental a 8.5 out of 10\. The good points - Large master bedroom and large en suite. The other 2 large bedrooms each have their own en suites. But each are accessed through exterior doors. All 3 bedrooms have their own AC unit which made it very comfortable to sleep. This property is an easy drive to Volcano National Park. Beautiful front lanai with gorgeous partial view of the ocean across the street, perfect for morning coffee or reading a book. Short walk to Richardson Beach. Short drive to downtown Hilo and supermarket/restaurants. Negative points - loud street noise from “cruising” vehicles on Saturday and Sunday evenings. Outside dining only so must use bug spray. No AC in living room and kitchen but I should have left the master bedroom door open and used a fan to cool off the common area. ##### Charles L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy M. Sep 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Property We had a wonderful stay at Pepe’s place during Labor Day weekend while attending a volleyball tournament in Hilo for our high school daughter. The property is absolutely gorgeous and exudes a serene, zen-like atmosphere. We particularly enjoyed the lovely ponds and watching the koi swim gracefully. The location was perfect for us—each morning, we took a short walk across the street to enjoy the beautiful beaches and lagoons. The house was well-equipped for our five-day stay, and the AC units in the bedrooms kept us comfortably cool at night, ensuring a great night's sleep. Traveling with our young adult kids (ages 18-20), we appreciated the two separate bedrooms and bathrooms apart from the main house. It offered them a bit more privacy, which they really enjoyed. One thing to note is that the street can get busy in the afternoons and evenings, as people cruise the strip. The nearby beach also becomes quite lively with locals enjoying their time and playing music. We ended up making some new friends and even shared a few beers with the locals, which added a fun, spontaneous element to our trip! Overall, Pepe’s place was a fantastic choice for our stay, and we highly recommend it. ##### Amy M. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property with Koi pond and easy beach access This is one of the most beautiful properties we’ve ever stayed at with unique tile and comfortable beds and lots of outside spaces. I really appreciated leftover items from previous guests in kitchen although I didn’t use much. Too many properties we stay in don’t even have salt and pepper! We were 6 adults so bedrooms with outside entrances were great. I think the ponds would be a bit scary for me when my kids were under 5-6\. Black sand beach is a short walk up the road. Pools estuary pools that lots of families were using were right across the street. Birds and ocean and pools made sitting outside very nice. Only negative is that local teenagers parked and played music loudly pretty often. Mostly that stopped by about 9:00 pm. Of course that is not something owners can control. Area and Hilo as a whole is not very touristy-mostly local families. Loved shaved ice by farmers market, Lyman museum is a hidden gem. Planetarium was not as good as expected. Banyan street and coconut island were better than expected. ##### Virginia Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita P. Feb 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Whales and waves What an incredible find. We walked across the street every day to Hilo beaches to watch the waves. Take binoculars - most days we sat and watched humpback whales. Breathtaking! A short drive south and we watched dolphins. Hilo doesn't have much in the way of sandy beaches but these crashing waves on rock are fantastic. The house itself appears very newly renovated with high end appliances and fixtures. Pepe was very responsive. The property is heavenly; rain-forest foliage and ponds with decks front and back. Lots of birds and surprisingly few bugs. Lots of good restaurants and shopping minutes away. Don't miss the Farmers' Market. We were four seniors and enjoyed hanging out at the house and beach. Nearly perfect! Only one caveat - and not the owner's fault - the street in front of the house is the go-to strip for young men revving obnoxiously loud cars and speakers and burning rubber on Friday and Saturday nights. A shame, as peaceful weekend evenings on the deck were the price. Plan a restaurant meal on those nights. ##### Anita P. Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. May 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo getaway Nice taste of the big Island! ##### David P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin S. Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was the perfect house for the 4 of us. The location is very close to the park and beaches. The kids enjoyed their private bed and bath. We all very much enjoyed the porch to watch the ocean overlooking the pond with the koi. So relaxing! The owner was also fantastic. Our questions were answered almost immediately! Thank you so much! ##### Justin S. Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### maryann y. Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### NIce place Great stay for 6 adults. Close to downtown Hilo. ##### maryann y. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joel L. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wanted to Stay Longer It was a great place to stay. ##### Joel L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kuira Y. May 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a great home!!!! Perfect place to stay while visiting hilo!!!! ##### Kuira Y. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nahaku K. Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homestead Loved it my keiki enjoyed it worth coming back againMahalo nui ##### Nahaku K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara L. Mar 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderfully relaxing property! Enjoyed the ocean across the street! Very well stocked property. We would definitely rent this place again. Loved watching Koa from the lanai!! ##### Barbara L. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel P. Oct 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Property Gorgeous home. Perfect for Hilo. Recommend trying it out! ##### Daniel P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie S. Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful home in a fabulous location! Comfortable beds, AC in the bedrooms and Wi-Fi worked fine.lovely The spacious lanai was lovelyso that we could have pouring rain and sit in absolute comfort, looking at the ocean waves. Great beaches to swim and snorkel and play within walking distance and a very short drive to the Hilo airport. We loved watching Kai the Koi in the pond and enjoying the incredible pleasure of staying at this home! The host was extremely helpful and we had everything we needed! I may have also fallen in love with the walk-in shower: big and beautiful with instant hot water! We all love the place. The street in front of the house is busy and there are folks who party on nearby beaches. So if quiet is essential for you, then this location could be problematic. For us, it met our needs perfectly and we highly recommend it!!! ![Lovely ponds and two lanai’s!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d8bf8f4f-7307-49b7-81b3-1fa279e41df2-1758298538941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Kai the Koi - there to welcome us!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0a5064ef-decc-4de4-aee4-51ecf0a9ce1d-1758298537284.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Julie S. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Darren M. May 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### MT TRAINING GREAT HOUSE ##### Darren M. 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