Title: Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Spacious Historic Estate \~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Spacious Historic Estate \~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front ![Property grounds - Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29920000/29912400/29912320/0559bc71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29920000/29912400/29912320/d73b8293.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29920000/29912400/29912320/55cf5415.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29920000/29912400/29912320/8e28a9c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29920000/29912400/29912320/f6420bf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of historic Wainaku, this 1930s estate offers a serene retreat within walking distance to Hilo town. Unwind in the screened lanai with propane BBQ, or enjoy high-end snorkel/beach gear for a day at Akaka Falls and nearby beaches. With New King and Queen Serta beds, Belgian linens, and plush cotton towels you'll feel at home. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Spacious Historic Estate \~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front Beautifully appointed historic (once King Kamehameha's private lands) 1930s estate in close proximity to beaches, Botanical Gardens, Akaka Falls, and everything HiloTown has to offer! Walk to the Wailuku River & the Hilo Bayfront in only a few minutes from our home. Also to note, New kitchen renovation as of July 2019! Although within walking distance to Hilo town, our diverse and unique neighborhood, Wainaku, has a country feel, with lots of historic homes; it's also quiet and very private. As we are on the magnificent Wailuku River, our property has a wonderful breeze at all times, and there are a number of beautifully stunning bird species that make our property their home, too. Also to note: both adjacent neighbors are on 1-acre parcels, which makes our home very peaceful. Enjoy New King and Queen Serta beds and Belgian linens, and plush cotton towels. Further toiletries include organic shampoo and unscented body lotion by Aveeno, cotton swabs, and cotton balls. Other amenities include: •55" LG OLED 4K HDR TV with 200+ HD movies on Apple TV, 400 MB WIFI •High-end snorkel/beach gear for kids and adults. •Laundry Center with LG Steam Washer/Dryer •Two Ice Chests on wheels for BBQing and taking on day outings. •Propane BBQ in the Screened Lanai Over 2200 Square feet of living space with a 3/4 acre yard to relax and enjoy your Hawai'ian getaway. Although we are on the Wailuku River with wonderful breezes, the house is also cooled with a whole house fan, and each room has a ceiling fan, too. Mahalo. Kevin ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not 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 - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching 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 - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,700 square feet ## Similar properties ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94470000/94463100/94463054/220d41dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Historic Hilo House Minutes to Beach! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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, 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 TA-162-075-5456-01, GE-162-075-5456-01 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Historic Plantation-style Home Central Hilotown House Hilo Historic Plantation-style Home Central Hilotown Hilo Historic Plantation-style Home Central Hilotown Historic Plantationstyle Cent Spacious Historic House w/ Large Bedrooms Family Friendly Spacious Historic House Spacious Historic w/ Large Bedrooms Family Friendly Spacious Historic Historic Plantation style Home in Central Hilotown Spacious Historic House w/ Large Bedrooms Family Friendly ## About the area Located in Hilo, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness, while Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are cultural highlights. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gilbert Carvalho Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Hilo travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hilo.dx1643) [View more Holiday homes in Hilo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hilo-Private-Holiday-Homes.d1643-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%7C19.72776%2C-155.09288&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ED6UhmxtPPSCiZm77w72_FTJgDw=) Hilo, HI ### What's nearby - ![Pacific Tsunami Museum featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063993/6750a254-6bb0-45cb-acde-3c98ba6894c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pacific Tsunami Museum 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Bucket Loads of Anthuriams for sale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6289985/94a031fa-b365-49e0-bd43-accc425824fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hilo Farmers Market 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Kalakaua Park 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - St. Joseph Catholic Church 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Panaewa Rainforest Zoo 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) 11 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 11 min walk - Kozmic Cones 9 min walk - The Temple Bar 8 min walk - L & L Drive-Inn 12 min walk - Hilo Town Tavern 10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front? ### What time is check-in at Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front? ### What time is check-out at Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front? ### Where is Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious Historic Estate \~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 62 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine B. 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was beautiful, spacious, well stocked with high quality linens, dishes, beach toys etc. Loved the yard and screened lanai. Excellent location, all 3 beds very comfortable, 3 fridges! Very happy with our stay! Would definitely return next time on BI ##### Katherine B. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick T. 13 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo 25 Lovely, home on a quiet street. Plenty of space for the three adults in our group. Within walking distance to town. Extremely clean and well stocked. Everything you would need (kitchen supplies, washer/dryer etc.). ##### Patrick T. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl L. 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Old Hawaii Charm It was a great house to stay in with our family. We recommend this house if you need the space and want to be close to downtown hilo town. We will be back to stay again. ##### Carl L. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### anne r. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best Delightful older midcentury (?) house ! Very roomy and lovingly cared for, manicured, enriched throughout with many antiques and cultural items from around the world in dust proof cabinets. Lovely kitchen and dining rooms. Outside are secluded lush gardens. You will love it‼ ##### anne r. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheri P. 2 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Slice of Hawaiian Paradise My family stayed here for a week beginning on Thanksgiving day and we thoroughly enjoyed the property. Even though it was on a residential street, we felt it was secluded and private. The house could not be more perfect and the kitchen had everything needed for our stay, including a screened in outdoor space and bbq grill. We all raved about how great we slept each night with the windows open, listening to the hum of the birds and frogs outside. We definitely want to stay here on our next trip to Hilo! ##### Sheri P. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathy and Wayne M. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Hilo Stay Beautiful grounds. Nice screened outside sitting area. Lovely home. Located conveniently. Fun to hear the frogs croaking and birds calling.The second bathroom is downstairs in the basement and the stairway light wasn't working. ##### Kathy and Wayne M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hope M. 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Late October stay Property is as-described/pictured. Very comfortable and conveniently located right by the historic downtown area. No AC but comfortable with windows up and fans on. Wish the TV were in the living room but we didn’t watch much anyway. We would stay here again. ##### Hope M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney F. 8 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful island retreat My family and I had a wonderful stay in this house. It was well-equipped with everything we needed for a weeklong stay in the Hilo area. We particularly appreciated the cooler, snorkel gear, and well-stocked kitchen. The lack of air conditioning was not a problem at all, as the whole-house fan and additional fans that were delivered during our stay helped keep the house very comfortable. Kevin was a wonderful host and very responsive. We would definitely recommend this house! ##### Courtney F. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark M. 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo Getaway Wonderful property. Three spacious bedrooms, with plenty of closet space. Two bathrooms with all the amenities. The basement bathroom, in particular, can function almost like a sauna after a day of exploring. Well stocked kitchen. My brother and his partner made an excellent meal - macadamia nut encrusted ono - without any trouble at all. Aesthetically, this property cannot be beat. Plantation era architecture, with hardwood floors and tons of built-ins, adorned with artifacts collected by the owners. And the grounds are amazing. Lush tropical plants in every corner. We spent several mornings sitting under the small garden gazebo listening to birds and watching the local fauna, including wild pigs and a mongoose. Also, there is a wonderful veranda to while away the evenings. Finally, this is a great lication for walking dowtown. The Friday Night Market and Saturday Farmer's Market market are within 15 minutes, as are countless restaurants. A few restaurants necessitate a drive (I recommend Kenichi's) but for the most part you won't need your car to eat or shop. If you twant your rental property to be more than just the place where you hang your hat, this is the place for you. Now for two hints: 1\. Have bug spray. The house is well screened, but there are mosquitos in the garden, and you will want to enjoy it. 2\. There is adequate snorkeling gear for a brief excursion to the beach. But if you want to make snorkeling a major part your trip, rent some from Hilo Ocean Adventures. ##### Mark M. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### katie s. 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved staying here as we visited our family in Hilo. The house is so charming, equipped with everything we needed and more. Fresh flowers and local fruit & chocolates left for us upon our arrival - it’s the little things. We’d love to stay here again I know our family who lives there is going to recommend it as well. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/06543183-a1fd-490f-8283-4b7764483224-1752862488281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c700e1ff-b09d-4315-897a-f79be4b1518e-1752862487769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fda6a2e9-7865-4c46-b18b-84f52e8239dc-1752862488046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c7a1e8c9-d80e-4ea3-a1eb-97f1b079e4ea-1752862488702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### katie s. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy W. 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The home was very well amended, kitchen, baths, etc. Thank you ##### Timothy W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory G. 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Property My family thoroughly enjoyed a wonderful stay at this authentic property. The spacious house was well appointed and had such a Hilo feel. The grounds were beautiful and peaceful, it was close to downtown, and perfect for our stay during our visit for a family reunion. Will definitely consider for future stays. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful home! ##### Gregory G. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie M. 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### just what we wanted charming home, beautiful yard, walking distance to everything we needed. loved it! ##### Connie M. Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith L. 13 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay House was great. Beautiful yard and very convenient to Hilo Bay. Very accommodating host. Highly recommend. ##### Keith L. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kahanu H. 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Returning guests This is a great spot for us. We have stayed here multiple times and hope to return again. ##### Kahanu H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan C. 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great plantation house Beautiful house with lots of character and amenities. It was the perfect place to stay with my wife and our family for a trip to Hilo. ##### Nathan C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole l. 7 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool little house The house was perfect for our needs. ##### Nicole l. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert A. 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house and garden This historic home is really beautiful and the garden is gorgeous. The house was immaculate yet full of character and charm, decorated perfectly and full of fresh flowers upon our arrival. Spacious with lots of different places to hang out. Beds very comfortable, everything you could want was provided and Kevin was very helpful. The garden is lovely and private feeling. Location is just outside Hilo’s downtown and is easily walked. A perfect home base for the area, though I wish we had been able to just spend more time in the house because it was so nice. Would definitely return here. ##### Robert A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick G. 26 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo Paradise Beautiful historic Hawaii home. Very nice. ##### Patrick G. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### larry c. 12 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and relaxing The home is very clean and very comfortable! The antique furniture is beautiful. The property is beautifully landscaped with amazing flowering plants and fruit trees. The owner was very attentive and left a bowl of tangerines and starfruit from his yard out for us. We would stay here again in a heartbeat! ##### larry c. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kit D. 11 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Home Base Quiet neighborhood, great home base convenient for walking into town or for exploring further afield. Extra touches of flowers, coffee, etc. were especially appreciated. We also enjoyed the eclectic collection of interesting objects/ art throughout the house. Impressive backyard lychee tree and associated wildlife! ##### Kit D. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea P. 25 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Space Everything was as Kevin said…at one point we had a problem with a ceiling fan and he had a guy out the very next morning… to fix it… would come back to this house if ever back in Hilo… ##### Andrea P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce S. 11 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal Hilo Get Away House The house was fabulous, lots of history and charm. The grounds are well taken care of and beautiful . . . the fresh avocados were a treat. The frogs were very active and added to the tropical feel of the property. Kevin is a great host and very attentive to our needs. The location is close to downtown HIlo . . . very convenient. We loved the kitchen . . . very well stocked, chef quality cookware, and sharp knives (thanks!!!). We have no hesitation in recommending this property. ##### Bruce S. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori C. 25 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### House in Hilo The owner was a pleasure to communicate with. The property is fabulous. Great location to downtown Hilo. The renovations are lovely- brought some ideas back to my own home! The yard is beautiful and I greatly enjoyed my morning cup of coffee sitting outside watching the Mongoose & listening to the birds. The absolute ONLY complaint (and would not have been such a big deal had our flights not gotten cancelled resulting in a long, late drive from Kona) is there were no stocked beverages available other than tea bags. We STRONGLY recommend this property. It is simple, quaint, & comfortable. ##### Lori C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie B. 3 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay for Big Island Marathon My family and I came to Hilo so I could run the Big Island International (1/2) Marathon. The house was a quick drive to the start/finish. We loved being able to walk downtown (past a beautiful waterfall), especially since parking can sometimes be hard to find. We also loved having so much space to spread out, the peaceful setting, the juicy tangerines from the front yard, the screened in lanai, nice easy parking, great laundry/drying facilities, and a big well-stocked kitchen - we ate most of our meals at the house. Based on a few past reviews we weren’t sure about the downstairs shower but everyone actually preferred it! Kevin was very quick to respond and very helpful. We especially appreciated being able to leave our luggage for several hours after we checked out. This is a great house/yard/location and we’d love to return. ##### Stephanie B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ---