Title: Hawaiian Dream with Pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hawaiian Dream with Pool Holiday home in Hakalau with private pool and kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77990000/77985700/77985685/4e9f7024.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77990000/77985700/77985685/1f4c7d06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77990000/77985700/77985685/571a5b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77990000/77985700/77985685/652af395.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77990000/77985700/77985685/c8f9b50d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Umauma Experience Grand Melemele Home, a luxurious Hawaiian retreat near Hilo. With its spacious great room, expansive lanai and private pool, this 3-bedroom home offers ample space for relaxation and connection. Enjoy the fireplace in the sitting area, cook up local flavors in the well-equipped kitchen or unwind with cable TV and WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Hawaiian Dream with Pool The Umauma Experience Grand Melemele Home is Your Hawaiian Destination. It is located near Hilo, but far from The Real World. At 3300 sq. ft., 3 beds & 3 bath, it offers plenty of room for everyone to enjoy times together & to have their own space, if needed the downstairs office has a sofa bed to meet your needs. NEW IN 2025: Whole home central air conditioning! This home offers a fully-enclosed 730 sq. ft. two-car garage in the back which is connected to the home by a covered walkway. At the front, pass under the white arbor, up the sidewalk & up the stairs to the magnificent covered wraparound lanai (porch). As you enter, you’ll realize the palatial size of this luxurious home. To your left, the great room will draw you in. The sitting area is complete with its own fireplace. Look ahead & see the expansive combination of your living room, dining room & kitchen. This home will pamper you as you lounge around the large screen television which is amply supplied with cable service & a dvd player. If you should decide that you need to connect with the real world there’s WIFI service throughout the home. Landline telephones are provided for local calls, too. The dining set will certainly serve as your base from which to investigate all things Hawaiian in the culinary universe: from fresh-caught fish, to locally grown exotic fruits & vegetables, to Big Island raised beef, to local favorites. Whether you cook it yourself or get take-out, you’ll soon find out that everything tastes better on the Big Island! It’s hard to miss the exquisite vented Viking range/oven & all of the space to use it. There’s even your own private big island ready for preparing, mixing, enjoying & complete with views of the dining and living areas. Continuing through the lower level, you’ll find the complete laundry room with a washer/dryer and the classy restroom with a shower. Finally, you’ll arrive at the downstairs office where you’ll find a comfortable queen-sofa bed complemented by a nice desk & more fine furniture. You’ll now appreciate a few things that you may have missed as you entered: the grand entryway & staircase are now inviting you to ascend to the upper level. Up top, you’ll soon notice the unique library and its views of the sparkling blue ocean. Beyond, you’ll find two more large bedrooms with queen-sized beds & more wonderful furniture. You’ll find a well-designed restroom with a tub & a shower. The master bedroom features a king-sized bed which has its own sitting area & a walk-in closet. This elegant master bathroom is an architectural experience all its own. Outfitted with a clawfoot roll top bathtub, it’s a restroom built for two: dual sinks & adjustable dual shower heads in a gigantic tile & glass-block shower. Follow the covered walkway, step into the lavish round swimming pool that will melt your stress & re-energize your spirit! Swimming in this pool will feel like a beauty treatment for your skin, hair & body. Rinse off under the convenient poolside shower, relax at the patio set on the covered back lanai & fire up the grill for dinner. The famous Umauma Falls is only minutes away. Honoli’i, a top surfing spot is just down the road. Galleries, shops & museums abound in Honomu & Hilo. Don’t forget to watch for whales & dolphins. Explore the areas several beaches ready for you to do anything or nothing at all! The possibilities are endless. So, how will you ever leave? Don’t worry. The Umauma Experience Grand Melemele Home will be ready & waiting for your return. We hope that it will become your Hawaiian getaway for generations to come! Rent this property and receive a 20% discount at Umauma Experience. Zipline over Umauma River and falls and rappel down waterfalls! Rain or shine the Umauma Experience will be the highlight of your Big Island visit! \*Exterior Camera in use monitoring the pool, front entrance, back driveway, back patio, back yard and sliding door entrance, monitoring road. TA-088-711-8336-01 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67420000/67419000/67418953/85204c97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular Views! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 GE-088-711-8336-01, TA-088-711-8336-01 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1536-236328 ## About the area Located in Hakalau, 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. [Visit our Hakalau travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hakalau.dx11884) [View more Holiday homes in Hakalau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hakalau-Private-Holiday-Homes.d11884-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C19.89128%2C-155.12510&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fkPWpgAG6GxZvvt8Xunimycn9Ag=) Pepeekeo, HI ### What's nearby - Hakalau Beach Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Zip Isle Zip Line - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 14 min drive - 8.7 miles - Port of Hilo - 28 min drive - 17.4 miles - Carlsmith Beach Park - 33 min drive - 19.1 miles ### Getting around - Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mr. Ed's Bakery - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hilo Shark’s Coffee Shop - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Hive - ‬4 min drive - ‪Big Island Birria Boss - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hawaiian Dream with Pool have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Hawaiian Dream with Pool pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hawaiian Dream with Pool? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hawaiian Dream with Pool? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hawaiian Dream with Pool located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hawaiian Dream with Pool Reviews 9.6 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie E. 12 Apr 2025 #### Great place to 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: Great home, quiet community and wonderful outdoor spaces. The private pool was an added bonus! ##### Katie E. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhiannon M. 6 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BEAUTIFUL HOME Great location for our workshop participants-beautiful, well appointed home. excellent rental and customer care ##### Rhiannon M. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary k. 29 Jun 2025 #### True Island Vacation 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: Very private and spacious home. Clean and well appointed. Beds were comfy and master bath amazing. Plenty of bath and beach towels. Pool was clean and wonderful. Located close to everything we wanted to do and more. Amazing sunrises from front porch. Great communication from property manager. Our family of 8 recommend for a memorable experience. ##### Mary k. ### 8/10 Good #### Glenn C. 8 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Stay Nice property. Kitchen needs to be better equipped. Child equipment top notch. ##### Glenn C. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Couldn’t ask for anything better Clean. Large. Private. Comfortable. 3 generations stayed comfortably for a week.We made great memories! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gauwrie P. 20 Dec 2023 #### Great 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: We had a wonderful time at the Grand Melemele house.Great location with a lot of privacy. We will come back on our next visit. ##### Gauwrie P. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy I. 21 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family fun We were a family of 8, ranging in age from 6 months to 69. The house worked perfectly for all of us. We really enjoyed the pool and sitting outside for breakfast each morning. The location served our need perfectly- easy to get to Hilo as well as Lapahoehoe. We would stay again. ##### Nancy I. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Katie A. 30 Dec 2024 #### Hawaiian Holiday Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall our experience was very positive. We loved the location, the ample space of the house, and the serenity of the property. The few elements that were of concern pertain to the cleanliness/ functionality of the cooking facilities. We intended to grill on the final night of our stay and found the BBQ was unusable, with some kind of mold/ mushroom growing throughout the appliance. The vents above the kitchen cooktop need a deep cleaning, as there is a lot of grease buildup. We also found that some of the pans hadn't been fully cleaned and a mildew was growing on them. ##### Katie A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren S. 30 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yellow house in Hawaii We enjoyed our stay here with our family! We really appreciated the high chair, pack and play and folding pad being provided; it made it an easy place to stay with young children. Our son loved picking oranges, watching chickens racing through the yard, kicking balls around and dipping his toes in the pool. I personally enjoyed the privacy, ample space both inside and out as well as awesome furniture outside making it easy to use the outdoor space. The communication with the management company leading up to the trip was difficult, they would send information but getting ahold of them or getting clarification was difficult sometimes resulting in useless answers that made it seem like they were unfamiliar with the property and took several days. Once we arrived however it was excellent communication and they were very responsive and respectful when we notified them of a few broken things in the house and they were very prompt at fixing a beeping fire alarm when the battery was dying. They even reached out to us when it looked like the house was open after we left for the day! We would certainly stay again, it was a very relaxing environment. Perfect for a family vacation! ##### Lauren S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne S. 16 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaii Dream We did enjoy our stay with some minor improvements needed. Number one impressive kitchen from photos but oven and cooktop were difficult to operate. We never did get either ovens to work. Poorly out fitted no vegetable peeler or box grater. Blender was broken and three chipped wine glasses only. This was rectified within 24 hours. No plastic ware for outdoor pool area. BBQ only had one propane tank with no spare to be found. Given the distance back to Hilo and the fact that ovens didn’t work could have been an issue. No paper products ie serviettes Kleenex available.Or cling film foil wrap either. As well single mini soaps and tiny hotel size bottles of shampoo were only provided. But we enjoyed the beautiful grounds and hope you will outfit the VRBO with some of the missing items. ##### Anne S. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan S. 27 Nov 2024 ##### Juan S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 9 Sept 2024 #### A week in Paradise 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: Clean, comfortable and big house with all the amenities including a private pool as a highlight. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ohana Bridge L. 17 Aug 2024 #### Hamakua coast / Grand Melemele 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: Beautiful. Perfect. ##### Ohana Bridge L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lane M. 15 Apr 2024 #### Absolutely beautiful property! 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: I loved everything about this rental. It was a beautiful house, well designed, comfortable, all the amenities were great! The communication and customer service was awesome too. Will definitely come again. ##### Lane M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 26 Jul 2023 #### Grand Melemele 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: The Grand Melemele is absolutely wonderful and beautiful! Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023