Nestled on a promontory overlooking the Pacific, Kahoa House offers spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding coastline. Watch surfers ride waves at Honoli'i Cove or enjoy a cup of Ka'u coffee in the comfortable living room with large east-facing windows. Unwind in one of three king-size bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and stunning ocean views.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
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About this property
Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!
SPECTACULAR VIEWS await you at Kahoa House for your Hawaiian holiday. Early-birds and mainlanders adjusting to the time difference can enjoy a cup of Ka’u coffee in the comfortable living room, and watch the sun rise out of the Pacific through the large east-facing window. Our promontory juts into the ocean near a turn in the coastline. Looking left you see the surfers and paddle boarders ride waves at Honoli'i Cove, and beyond you see several other headlands along the coastline to the north. Looking right you have a view of Hilo Harbor to the south, where cruise ships land for port of call, and Leleiwi Point off to the east. Especially during winter, whale sign dot Hilo Bay before you.
KAHOA HOUSE’s 3BR/3BA DESIGN ensures a comfortable and efficient stay for you and your family. Two master suites each feature king-size beds, ocean views, double vanities, and walk-in showers (one with steam!). The third bedroom is also set with a king bed (separated to two twin beds upon request), has a built-in granite desk, and an en suite bathroom with tub/shower. The bathrooms and kitchen are adorned in stone and granite, and wood floors stretch throughout the house. The long axis of the main living area, with its wooden floors & paneling, and panoramic views of the ocean below, give the house a nautical feel. The décor has a SE Asian influence with Buddhist artwork collected from travels in that region. The kitchen is well appointed for cooking family meals, including a nice set of All Clad stainless steel pots and pans, good knives, and a wide assortment of kitchen gadgets. The deep sink with double faucets and dish washer aid with cleanup. While the house is comfortable with ocean views from most rooms, you may still want to spend most of your time outside. Walk barefoot in the spongy green grass and admire the coconut palms swaying overhead. Dine al fresco on the main lanai. As the sun sinks below the ‘Aina behind you, watch the ocean and sky turn colors. Retire to the cozy, cushioned, rattan furniture for more conversation and another glass of wine. Or, move to one of the two decks on the other side of the house. The balmy Trade Winds make the outdoors pleasant well into the evening. Afterward, set the mood as you like indoors with lighting on dimmers. At the end of the day, crawl into a comfortable bed, and listen to the sound of the ocean as it breaks on the shore, lulling you to sleep.
A WELL EQUIPPED RENTAL HOME. We have travelled the world and done many trips in VRBOs, so we understand and appreciate the value of a well equipped home. There's nothing worse than bringing in the groceries to find only one scratched-up pan with the Teflon falling off. We've stocked the KITCHEN with All Clad stainless steel pans, a few non-stick pans, Henckel knives, prep bowls, and lots of kitchen gadgets. EXERCISE - do yoga on the lanai as you watch for whales! We have 3 yoga mats, a sit-up pad, and resistance bands for your use. BEACH - 6 beach chairs, two sizes of coolers, and 3 body boards of various sizes. WHALES - 2 pair of binoculars for your use at the house. RAINY DAYS - 3 large golf umbrellas, a selection of classic board games, playing cards, UNO, old maid, and a small assortment of children's story books. INTERNET & TV - We have high speed cable internet and a terrific wifi signal throughout the house and lanai. There is also basic cable television (if you're so inclined). BDVD/CD player also gives access to your NetFlicks, Amazon Prime, and other accounts. Your MUSIC will sound amazing on the Dolby 7.2 home theater, with Bluetooth connectivity via the receiver. Relax on the new (Jan 2017) microfiber SOFA & LOVESEAT. The arrangement of the new furniture enables guests to enjoy watching all the activity at Honolii Cove and Hilo Bay, as the low back of the loveseat does not obstruct the view.
LOCATION!!! Welcome to Hilo and the Hamakua Coast. Big Island vacationers in-the-know, choose the windward eastern side of the island for its lush, tropical, natural beauty, and for its less touristy, peaceful, relaxed vibe. Staying at Kahoa House offers the convenience of nearby old-town Hilo for its shops, restaurants, and farmer’s market. HONOLI'I BEACH, is within walking distance. Keep walking along our street under the JUNGLE CANOPY for a few more minutes to discover bridges over streams and several WATERFALLS. Also nearby are pristine Onomea Bay, the trails through its Botanical Gardens, Akaka Falls, and eco-adventure activities. Volcano National Park, the Waipio Valley, and the vista point on snow-capped Mauna Kea are all good daytrips from here. Offshore activities can also be organized out of Hilo. If your flight is via Kona, the drive to Kahoa House is less than 2 hours. If your flight is via Hilo, the airport is less than 15 minutes.
Choose Kahoa House for your next Hawaiian holiday! You will not be disappointed. Most guests only regret not booking for a longer stay. Recommended stay is 7 days to balance sight seeing with quality rest & relaxation time at the house, while taking advantage of the weekly rate.
FYI... Our base rate of $400/night is for double occupancy. For this reason the number in your guest party must be entered when you book. Additional fees of 25/person/night plus tax is added automatically by the VRBO booking platform. Should you be booking as a couple and later having family or friends join you, let us know and we can adjust the rate. For a further explanation of our rates schedule, please inquire before booking.
HI Transient Accommodations Tax Collection License: TA-047-013-2736-01 HI General Excise Tax Collection License: GE-047-013-2736-01 Short-term Vacation Rental License # STVR-19-363974 Non-conforming Use (zoning) certificate # NUC-19-1554
Important! Only STVR-NUC registered homes are allowed to rent nightly on the Big Island. Make sure your accommodations are compliant as the County can shutdown non-compliant operators without notice.
Per Hawaii County code, please be informed: (A) Quiet hours shall be from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., during which time the noise from the short-term vacation rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. (B) 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. (C) Guest vehicles (no more than two) shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 private bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time noise from the vacation rental shall not unreasonably disturb neighbors.
Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not exceed what is typical for a residential area.
Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area only.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under 24 months are free.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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 3260250060000, TA-047-013-2736-01, GE-047-013-2736-01
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.
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Hilo, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include East Hawaii Cultural Center and Panaewa Rainforest Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Wailoa Center, or check out an event or a game at Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Hilo travel guide
Is Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach! located?
This family-friendly Hilo holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Honoli'i Beach Park and Honoli'i Beach. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach! Reviews
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Absolute exceptional stay! The Views are stunning! Perfect location, 5 minute walk to beach, minutes from downtown Hilo, restaurants, shops, and only 10 min from Botanical garden. Randall was an amazing host so responsive and there to make sure our stay was perfect. Don’t look any further you've found a Hilo gem!
We enjoyed our 8 night stay. The star is the location, less than a 5 minute drive from downtown Hilo but sitting perched on the edge of a bluff with 180 degree views stretching from the surfing beach to your left to Hilo Bay to your right. The outdoor spaces with these views really expand the use of the space. The interior is cozy, with three good-sized bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. And the property owner was very good at communicating, both upfront and also in response to any questions that we had.
We absolutely LOVED our stay in Hilo. This home is just a few minutes from town and we were so happy to walk down the street to the beach! Perched on the cliff we had incredible sunrise views and watched the surfers daily. The home was equipped with everything we needed. Randall was responsive with fixing a key that broke off in the lock and was very speedy and helpful with communication. If we ever find our way back we will definitely stay again!
We enjoyed our stay at this home. The beds were comfortable, the view was gorgeous, the lanai was very enjoyable. We watched the surfers every morning at sunrise.
We had a wonderful week at this lovely home in Hilo. Stunning views, very close to town as well as some wonderful hikes and waterfalls. The house was clean and comfortable for all of us.
We had a wonderful time! Such a great location to enjoy the surf beach, watch Whales and close to Hilo Town.Very well kept home and easy check in/out.We will be back!Thank you!
This house was our perfect getaway! Amazing views, clean, quiet and the kitchen had everything and then some! Garage was full of beach chairs, umbrellas and snorkeling gear! Would come here again in a heartbeat!
Short stay but thoroughly enjoyed the house! Perfect location with amazing views of the surf crashing the cliff rocks, moon rise and whales! We’ll definitely return.
We enjoyed our stay! Didn’t quite get used to the sound of the waves crashing or the tree frogs at night. The property is beautiful and nicely located. Easy to get to Hilo or anywhere else on the island. Loved our stay.
Gorgeous older home in meticulous condition. Very clean, with newer appliances and a wonderfully stocked kitchen in terms of pots, pans etcWe loved the Hilo area, and having coffee outside on the lanai in the morning as the whales woke and played; just what we hoped for. Nice quiet neighborhood, but close to town. Highly recommend!
Loved this property - well maintained and had everything we needed for our stay!! Views were amazing and we saw lots of surfers and even a cruise ship coming into port. Next time we would fly into Hilo instead of Kona as that drive was further than we expected but filled with beautiful views and wild life along the way.
This place has the most incredible view! The house is clean and comfortable. The owner was very kind and accommodating. The location was perfect. Just a short drive to downtown Hilo. We enjoyed watching the surfers everyday at the beach below. We loved it and we definitely rent this house again.
This was one of the best vacations we have ever had. We have been to Paris, Venice, and England just to name a few. This is the best place we have ever stayed by far. The views were incredible. The property was lush and lovely. The waves were so soothing. If you need a romantic getaway, this is the place to be.
This is a beautiful home with an outstanding view of Hilo Bay. The kitchen is very well-equipped, and the appliances are excellent. We particularly liked the covered lanai which made dining outdoors enjoyable rain or shine. We have been renting vacation homes in Hawai’i for 40 years and this house is definitely in our top 3.
Wow! What a beautiful place. Just as seen in pictures. Loved listening to the ocean waves and watching surfers and many many whales. Hate to leave. Would love to return some day. Thanks for the wonderful stay
Exceptional view with everything you need. 3 bedrooms with 3 private bathrooms. Great covered outdoor living space + high table for coktails when it's not raining. Strongly recommend!!
This house exceeded our expectations. It has everything we needed for our vacation needs. The quality of the facilities is excellent. It's well equipped, very comfortable, and the location is fantastic. I have often rented houses or condos in the U.S. and Europe for vacations and this is definitely my Top 1 on my list.
Thank you for everything!
I booked this house in part because of the view. The views did not disappoint. I loved waking up to a gorgeous sunrise. The interior of the house was beautiful as well. The kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were clean. It is truly a stunning home.