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Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Hilo, Hawaii
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Hawaii at Hilo9 min walk
  • Popular LocationRainbow Falls7 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo11 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6
1050 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    Bedroom 3
      1 single bed

    About this property

    Entire place

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

    Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!

    Hula your way to Hawaiian paradise when you book this fully restored 1960's vacation rental house! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath Hilo home features a covered lanai and peek-a-boo ocean views from the yard. The University of Hawaii campus is a mere 1 block away while downtown Hilo is just an 8-minute drive north. Relax at Reeds Bay Beach Park, visit Coconut Island, or get a bird's-eye view of the island from a helicopter. Don't forget about Rainbow Falls home to an ancient Hawaiian goddess!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    STVR-19-364095 | NUC-19-1549 | Free WiFi | Laundry Machines | 1,050 Sq Ft | Central Location

    Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 1 Twin Bed, 1 Tri-Fold Portable Twin Mattress

    HOME FEATURES: Covered lanai, landscaped backyard, refinished hardwood floors, original shoji screens, Chinese metal screen door, HDTV w/ streaming capabilities, digital antenna for local Hawaii stations, dining table
    KITCHEN: Full-sized fridge, stove/oven, microwave, dishware & glassware
    GENERAL: Washer & dryer, linens & bath towels, beach towels, tank-less water heater, complimentary toiletries, ceiling fans
    FAQ: 2 steps to enter, quiet hours (9 PM - 8 AM), no A/C, domestic chickens & roosters are common in residential neighborhoods
    PARKING: Carport (1 vehicle), driveway (2 vehicles)

    -- THE LOCATION --

    BEACHES & PARKS: Hilo Bay Beach Parks (3.1 miles), Honoli'i Beach Park (5.3 miles), Onekahakaha Beach Park - sheltered shallow swimming, great for little ones! (5.4 miles), Carlsmith Beach Park - spectacular salt and freshwater lagoons (5.9 miles), Richardson Ocean Park - black sand beach, snorkeling (7.0 miles), Kehena Black Sand Beach (30.1 miles)
    OUTDOOR FAVORITES: Hilo Municipal Golf Course (1.4 miles), Liliuokalani Park and Garden and Coconut Island (2.8 miles), Wailuku River State Park (3.3 miles), Rainbow Falls (3.4 miles), Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden (9.5 miles), Akaka Falls State Park (17.9 miles)
    ADVENTURES & ATTRACTIONS: The University of Hawaii at Hilo (1 block), Hilo Daijingu (0.5 miles), Historic Downtown Hilo - restaurants, shopping, theatre, and more (2.8 miles), Kilauea Visitor Center in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (27.3 miles), Mauna Kea (42.1 miles), Kona (75.9 miles)
    DINE & SHOP: Cafe 100 (2.1 miles), Big Island Candies (2.1 miles), Hilo Farmers Market (2.8 miles), Pineapples (2.9 miles)
    AIRPORTS: Hilo International Airport (4.0 miles), Kona International Airport (74.8 miles)

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - No pets allowed
    - No events, parties or large gatherings
    - Must be at least 25 years old to book
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    - NOTE: The property has ceiling fans but does not have air conditioning
    - NOTE: The keeping of animals outdoors, including domestic chickens and roosters, is a cultural tradition in Hawaii and is protected by law. As such, they are common in residential neighborhoods throughout the islands. If you are a light sleeper, earplugs are a great option

    Hawaii County Restrictions:
    - Quiet hours shall be from 9:00pm to 8:00am, during which time the noise from the rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors
    - Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area
    - Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area
    - The STVR (short-term vacation rental) shall not be used for commercial purposes

    Property manager

    Evolve

    Languages

    English, French, German, Spanish

    Property amenities

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Internet access

    Parking and transport

    • On-site parking
    • Car recommended

    Kitchen

    • Fridge (full size)
    • Stovetop
    • Microwave
    • Cookware/dishes/utensils
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Spices
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 3 bedrooms
    • Bed sheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 2 bathrooms
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Free toiletries
    • Hair dryer
    • Towels provided

    Entertainment

    • TV

    Outdoor areas

    • Patio
    • Barbecue
    • Garden

    Laundry

    • Washing machine and dryer

    Comfort

    • Ceiling fan

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • 2 steps to reach entrance
    • Smoke-free property

    Location highlights

    • Near the sea
    • Near a health or beauty spa

    Things to do

    • Power boating nearby
    • Hunting 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

    General

    • Shoji (room divider)
    • Unit size: 1050 sq ft (98 sq m)

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Minimum check-in age - 25

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM

    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

    Important information

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a professional host. 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 indicated that 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 TA-105-155-2256-01, GE-105-155-2256-01

    We should mention

    A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

    Property is also known as

    Charming Historic Hilo House Minutes to Beach!
    New! Charming Historic Hilo Home Mins to Beach!
    Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach! Hilo
    421279

    About the area

    Hilo

    Located in Hilo, this holiday home is by the sea. Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens and Joint Astronomy Centre. Imiloa Astronomy Center and Gilbert Carvalho Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.

    What's nearby

    • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 9 min walk
    • Hilo Shopping Center - 3 min drive
    • Rainbow Falls - 7 min drive
    • Panaewa Rainforest Zoo - 7 min drive
    • Port of Hilo - 11 min drive

    Getting around

    • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 9 min drive

    Restaurants

    • McDonald's - 3 min drive
    • Taco Bell - 3 min drive
    • Jack In The Box - 3 min drive
    • Zippy's Hilo - 3 min drive
    • Panda Express - 4 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach! pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach! located?

    Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of University of Hawaii at Hilo and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens. University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

    Reviews

    9.4

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 30 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

    9.0/10

    Cleanliness

    9.0/10

    Amenities

    9.0/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    10/10

    Eco-friendliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Michael B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Nice property in Hilo
    We have family a street over so it was nice to be in close proximity to everyone. Nice house , just closed the windows and the coqui frogs weren’t a real bother at night to sleep .
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Linda C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great stay
    This location was perfect for navigating to and from the island beaches, food and shopping. A cute little home on a good size lot. My family and i truly enjoyed working with the property manager and the stay was much needed.
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

    8/10 Good

    bo

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    All kitchen ware available. No need to buy anything for washroom. Overall a little bit wet feeling for people from dry climate area. If there's exhaust fan for washroom would be better.
    Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Brent S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Happy in Hilo
    The Property owner/host, Thom is a phenomenal communicator and makes you feel at home right away. He helps with anything you need, from finding the best bike shop, to what restaurants to visit while driving around the island.
    Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Mellanie S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cute Hilo house
    This house was perfect for our family of 6. It was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Our children enjoyed sleeping in separate rooms and they loved the huge yard. If you’re in Hilo with your family we’d definitely recommend this property!!!
    Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

    4/10 Poor

    Ku’uipo P.

    Disliked: Cleanliness
    Cleanliness
    As a professional cleaning service owner, upon check in - it was definitely not up to standard. Sadly, in order to enjoy our stay we had to clean the entire house, again. It is highly suggested you reevaluate your housekeeper. This beautiful home deserves a deep clean, and some restocking of items. I hope you find our feedback useful. Mahalo!
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

    8/10 Good

    Oscar A.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Excellent location, very comfortable home an excellent space for a family or friends
    Easy access, great communication with property manager. The home is fully equipped for a light stay or if you plan on cooking all your meals in and doing a beach style stay.
    Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Patrick B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Iwalani, Hilo Homestead
    We got in early and the house was available for us, it was bringing a lot of memories back for us, we’re originally from Hilo house lot area. The house was very clean and the neighborhood is in an area to get around very easily. We’ll be coming back around March 2023, and hopefully the property will be available.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

    8/10 Good

    Isaiah B.

    Cozy home in hilo close to everything
    Went on a family trip. Visiting family and friends from mt view to paradise Park to paipaiko. The location for this was perfect, right in the middle. Living in hilo many years ago made it easy to navigate the triangle. The house was easy to find and easy to get back on the road for adventures.
    Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Stuart M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Review
    Nice home with all the amenities. Comfortable beds, front room, dining room, kitchen. Very close to Hilo and saddle rd. Thom is very kind and extremely helpful. We look forward to next year.
    Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022