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Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82222 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home

Enter the home onto the grand lanai (porch) which is fully screened in and offers a view of the manicured acre with Hilo Bay views in the distance. Through the front doors you'll be greeted by our huge living room. The original hardwood floors and plantation era architectural details are unique to Hilo homes from the 1920s and 1930s. This huge living area books on history and art of Hawaii, a large flat-screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi internet and luxurious lounging area big enough for your whole family. NOTE: there are no TV channels so bring your streaming login info!

There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms in the home that are artfully decorated with historic representations of 'old Hawaii'. The kitchen at the back of the house is bright and full of windows to take in your Hawaiian landscape. The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you may need to cook a big meal or heat up your restaurant leftovers. Seating for 8 at the dining table and seating for 6 at the kitchen table with additional seating on the lanai.

My Hilo Home is planted with lots of tropical fruiting trees and plants. Enjoy juicy pineapples from our pineapple patch in summer months, tangy lychee from our ancient lychee tree in spring and citrus in the winter. There is also a breadfruit tree for those adventurous travelers who want to try a unique starch (please follow in-house instructions on preparing the difficult fruit!).

Four comfortable bedrooms line one side of the private home. Three of the bedrooms have queen size beds and the fourth has two twin beds (max occupancy is 8 guests). Each of the two bathrooms has a marble shower and one bathroom has a small bathtub. A pack-n-play is available for our guests with babies. The kitchen has an electric cook-top, electric oven, dishwasher, refrigerator and washer/dryer for laundry. All kitchen dishes and small appliances are available for your use. The house is immaculately cleaned between guests (at check-out) and mid-stay cleaning is an optional add-on.

This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-122-010-0096-01
STVR-19-347054
NUC-19-333

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Whale watching 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,222 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 3260080140000, GE-122-010-0096-01, TA-122-010-0096-01

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home Hilo
Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home Private vacation home
2624-191409

About the area

Map
Hilo, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Hilo Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Rainbow Falls - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Coconut Island Park - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪L & L Drive Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Pesto Hilo Bay - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Kalakaua Park and Naha Stone. East Hawaii Cultural Center and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 125 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Great property with lots of space. The screened porch was the most used space. Lots of fruit trees on the property. Only a short distance to downtown with lots of shops and restaurant options.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This house worked perfectly for our extended family vacation. The huge kitchen was great for many cooks working together and the grill and outdoor seating area was a valuable addition which we enjoyed immensely. We would stay here again. Sunrise and coffee on the lanai was a special quiet time for my husband and me before the rest of the crew got up. We loved this spot.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Very relaxing! Close to town. But feels like your living the Hawaiian life in the country! Loved pickings and enjoying fresh fruit. House was clean. love loved the architecture of the authentic Hawaiian home! Some updates needed in master bath and kitchen. But overall we really enjoyed our stay! Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Clean and beautiful, close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay in the beautiful home. The kitchen and view were sensing and extremely well equipped with everything we could need. So much attention to detail to make a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Cute older home overlooking Hilo Bay. The house was a little stuffy when we first arrived, but we opened all the windows and never had to think about it again. The yard was great for the kids to run around, and the large kitchen was perfect for cooking some meals at the house. The pots and pans could use a refresh though. Overall, it was a great place to stay on the calmer side of the island.
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10/10

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: My Hilo Home is a plantation house in good condition, in a private quiet area yet just a 1/2 mile or so across the river from downtown Hilo. We enjoyed the yard, the porch, the views over the bay, and having a full kitchen.

8/10

Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

Worth Going Back to. I will miss the view from the kitchen. So very little time! Next time, if there will be a next time, a 7 night stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house is a really close drive to town but is nicely secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Perfect location an great to be able to walk to town..loved it
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10

Lots of room to spread out. We loved the Lanai💕
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

It was a lovely place and we really enjoyed our stay there and would be happy to recommend it to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Our 2nd time staying in this wonderful home. Can't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

We loved staying at this lovely vacation home. It was clean, comfortable and cozy! So much Hilo charm. Huge space, especially loved the wrap around screened-in porch. We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

It was a lovely house to spend nearly 2 weeks in. We thoroughly enjoyed staying here. We picked lots of fruit from the property, lounged on the lanai, and had fun watching the planes and geckos eating insects. The large yard was very nice to have young children use up some energy. The proximity to the downtown and beaches, while still being 'out of town,' was excellent.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This home was just what we were looking for, clean, very comfortable and in a great location. It had a great porch and plenty of space. We will be sure to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home with a fantastic view of Hilo bay. Property was close to all of things we wanted to do. This home will be on our list to stay again when we come back
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Lovely home and location. Would do again. Great for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10

Nice large very clean Hilo home near many shops and restaurants. Large kitchen, comfy beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10

Beautiful property with amazing views. Noting more wonderful to come home up after a day of biking, swimming or exploring than the screened in veranda with views of Hilo Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10

Perfect vacation home for a Big Island family adventure. Price was good. Large home with lots of room for family.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

The house is truly remarkable - a historic gem that doesn't disappoint. The large kitchen has a wonderful view and you can spend a lot of time on the Lanai and soak in both old and new. Great place with lots of room and tons and charm!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10

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 house was charming place to stay with lots of space, beautiful deck with views and a birdwatcher's delight. It was out of the way, but close to town and right up the road were waterfalls. Very peaceful and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We loved the location and the price. Our favourite part of the house was the screened in porch. We would definitely stay here again if we were staying in the area. We loved pats from the very friendly kitty cat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022