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Rainforest Retreat Rated Top 5 Vacation Rental in Pahoa 2024 by Vrbo trip 101

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Property grounds
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Pahoa, HI
  • Popular LocationKehena Beach26 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo39 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)41 min drive
  • Popular LocationPohoiki Beach46 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
900 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    Bathroom 1
      Bathtub

    About this property

    Entire place

    You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

    Rainforest Retreat Rated Top 5 Vacation Rental in Pahoa 2024 by Vrbo trip 101

    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!

    Property manager

    Matt Mettalia

    Languages

    English, Indonesian, Spanish

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • Beach nearby
    • Beach loungers
    • Beach towels

    Ski

    • Close to skiing

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transportation

    • Car required
    • Onsite parking options include a garage

    Kitchen

    • Blender
    • Coffee grinder
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Paper towels
    • Refrigerator
    • Spices
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 2 bedrooms
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Hair dryer
    • Shampoo
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Dining table
    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • Books
    • DVD player
    • Music library
    • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
    • Stereo
    • Video library

    Outdoor areas

    • Barbecue grill
    • Fenced yard
    • Garden
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio

    Laundry

    • Laundromat nearby
    • Washing machine

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Iron/ironing board
    • Phone

    Location highlights

    • In a rural location
    • In a village
    • In the city center
    • Near a hospital
    • Near a zoo

    Things to do

    • Golf on site
    • Kayak on site
    • Optional golf privileges on site
    • Water sports equipment on site
    • Basketball nearby
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Cycling 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
    • Mountain climbing nearby
    • Sailing nearby
    • Scuba diving nearby
    • Snorkeling nearby
    • Spelunking nearby
    • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Whale watching nearby
    • Wildlife walks nearby
    • Windsurfing nearby

    Safety features

    • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
    • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • First aid kit
    • Fire extinguisher
    • Deadbolt lock

    General

    • 1 unit
    • Garden
    • Unit size: 900 square feet

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
    Contactless check-in available
    Minimum check-in age: 21

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM
    Contactless check-out available

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome
    Note from host: kids two and under are free

    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
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
    This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 313015004000, TA-006-253-7728-01, GE-006-253-7728-01

    We should mention

    A car is required for transportation to and from this property

    Property is also known as

    Pohoiki Beach Park Open Come see New Black Sand Beach's
    Pohoiki Beach Park Open Come see New Black Sand Beach's House
    Pohoiki Beach Park Open Come see New Black Sand Beach's Pahoa
    Five Star Rating Affordable Rainforest Retreat House Pahoa
    Five Star Rating Affordable Rainforest Retreat House
    Five Star Rating Affordable Rainforest Retreat House Pahoa
    Five Star Rating Affordable Rainforest Retreat House
    Five Star Rating Affordable Rainforest Retreat Pahoa
    Pohoiki Beach Park Open Come see the New Black Sand Beach's
    Pohoiki Beach Park Open Come see the New Black Sand Beach's

    About the area

    Pahoa

    Located in Pahoa, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mackenzie State Park and Lava Tree State Monument. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

    What's nearby

    • Kehena Beach - 26 min drive
    • SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center - 28 min drive
    • Port of Hilo - 39 min drive
    • Isaac Hale Beach Park - 43 min drive
    • Pohoiki Beach - 46 min drive

    Getting around

    • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 41 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Tin Shack Bake - 9 min drive
    • Sirius Coffee Connection - 9 min drive
    • Coco Cantina - 11 min drive
    • No. 1 Chinese Barbecue - 11 min drive
    • Luquin's Mexican Restaurant - 9 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Rainforest Retreat Rated Top 5 Vacation Rental in Pahoa 2024 by Vrbo trip 101 pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Rainforest Retreat Rated Top 5 Vacation Rental in Pahoa 2024 by Vrbo trip 101?

    Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

    What time is check-out at Rainforest Retreat Rated Top 5 Vacation Rental in Pahoa 2024 by Vrbo trip 101?

    Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Rainforest Retreat Rated Top 5 Vacation Rental in Pahoa 2024 by Vrbo trip 101 located?

    Located in the heart of Pahoa, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pahoa Museum, Lava Tree State Monument, and Star of the Sea Painted Church. Kapoho Beach and Hobby Garden Hawaii are also within 12 mi (20 km).

    Reviews

    10

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 204 reviews" "
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    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Ernest

    Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    William

    Travelled with family
    Hawaiian rain forest experience.
    Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    ed c.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    The home was comfortable
    The bed was comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked and even had good coffee, olive oil and salt.
    Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    John H., Anchorage

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great Place
    What a wonderful cottage. We really enjoyed our stay. Love how everything was labeled, made it so much easy to find things. It was in a good location and truly was in the Rainforest. Best part was the cat, sure did enjoy his/her company and was always meeting us. Make sure you feed and keep the water bowel clean Will stay here again.
    Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Francis M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Nice place
    Loved the cottage. Plenty of room. Very clean. We got in the cottage OK, but then got locked out and we’re unable to contact the owner, or property manager at after midnight here. Finally got in, and it worked out.
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Julie K., Las Cruces, New Mexico USA

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Relaxing home in Pahoa
    House is beautifully decorated with a gorgeous landscaped yard in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Clean with good recommendations of local events and places to visit during our stay. Everything is labeled, so no confusion about where items are in the house. Earplugs provided bc the frogs are noisy at night. Rained almost daily which was nice for sleeping. Mosquitoes are prevalent but there’s plenty of spray. Unit has coolers and snorkel equipment in carport. There is a stray cat and food outside. Would definitely rent again.
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Corry G.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    A wonderful home
    The home was perfect. We enjoyed the home and gardens. The location was perfect for exploring the East coast of the big island.
    Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Mary R.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Comfy, cozy cottage
    We loved our stay. The cottage is very comfortable, fully stocked, and the property is beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed the night song of the frogs! We used Waze to find our way there and it worked perfectly. Would definitely stay here again. Mahalo.
    Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Eugenio S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Very comfortable home
    Ice home in a beautiful tropical gaden
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Clint P.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Beautiful Retreat
    Beautiful and secluded, but close to everything. Would definitely come back!!
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023