Title: Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views 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 # Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views Holiday home in Laupahoehoe with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89600000/89594100/89594088/w1020h681x2y2-a56458b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89600000/89594100/89594088/438402a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89600000/89594100/89594088/96712be2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89600000/89594100/89594088/w1020h681x2y2-ce9689ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89600000/89594100/89594088/2bffd409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Relaxing Gardens, a tranquil retreat on Hawaii's Hamakua Coast, offers panoramic ocean views and lush gardens to delight your senses. Enjoy stargazing from the lanai with no city lights in sight, explore three bedrooms that sleep six guests comfortably with air conditioning for year-round comfort. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61596 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views Welcome to our private, peaceful retreat on Hawaii Island's Hamakua Coast - Relaxing Gardens. Unwind and enjoy the panoramic ocean views from our home atop a hill in Laupahoehoe, Hawaii. Our lush gardens will delight your senses with color, fragrance and even a few edible fruits. Rainbows and Stargazing from our lanai will amaze you... no city lights to block views of nature! Relaxing Gardens welcomes you to explore the inspiring Big Island from our convenient location on the coast between Hilo and Waimea. We are far enough from towns that you feel like you're in the country and we are close enough to fascinating Hawaii Island sites that you can be entertained every day. Delight in both Sunrise and Moonrise views over the ocean from our lanai. Relaxing Gardens sleeps 6 guests and offers three bedrooms. One bedroom is on the main floor with a Queen size bed, desk and chair. There is a full bathroom from the hallway with an elegant 'walk-in' shower for ease of access. Also on this main floor is our well stocked kitchen, dining area with panoramic ocean views, and a comfortable living room with TV and free Cell-Tower WIFI . You will also certainly enjoy the full, covered lanai for hanging outside! Upstairs is another full bathroom with two sinks and a deep bathtub with shower. There are two bedrooms upstairs. The main bedroom boasts incredible ocean views, a Queen size platform bed plus a Full size bed. The third bedroom has a Queen size bed and sunrise views over the ocean. There are floor AC units in each bedroom, but the house gets great breezes and crossflow ventilation when you open up the windows instead. We supply games, beach chairs, beach toys, wine cooler, outside shower and clothes line. We also stock a starter supply of soaps, detergents, and paper products. Please purchase your own refills for longer stays, mahalo! Relaxing Gardens is a hosted Hawaii County vacation rental. TA-102-637-7216-01 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Winery tours 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 - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,596 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114598300/114598262/c3ad6323.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Ocean-front Retreat Overlooking Laupahoehoe Point LAUPAHOEHOE - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=114598262&PinnedHotelID=114598262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76780000/76775500/76775427/61c39436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular two-story ocean-view home on two acres with covered lanai Ninole - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=76775427&PinnedHotelID=76775427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77990000/77989300/77989264/8c7a666f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 6.5 acres Oceanfront Estate with180-degree views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean! 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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 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 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-102-637-7216-01, GE-102-637-7216-01 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 2624-244607 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=19.995531,-155.25642&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:egayBrorr%5C%40M%3FQ%3FO%40Q%3FO%40Q%40O%40Q%40M%40OBQ%40OBQBOBMBOBQDOBMBODODMDODQFKDODMFOFOFMFKFOFOFKHMFKHOHKHKHOHKHKHKJKHKJKHIJKJMJGJKJGJILKJILGJILGJILELILGLELILELELINELELENCLCNELCNELANCLENCNANAL%3FNCNCN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBNBL%3FN%40N%40LBNDNBL%40NDLBNDLBNBLDLDNDLHLDLDLHLDLFLHJDLHLFJHLFJHJJLHJFJJJFJLHJJHJJHJJJHJHJHJHNHJHJHNFJHLFJFNFNFJFLFNDNFLDNFJDPDNDLBNDNBLDNBPBNBLBNBP%40NBP%40N%40L%40P%40N%40P%3FN%40P%3FN%3FP%40LAN%3FP%3FNAP%3FNAPALARALANCPANCNCNCNCNCPELCNENCLENENEPGJELGNENGLGNGJGNGLGLILGJINIJIJILILIJIJKJIJKJKHIJKJKHKJKHMFKJKHMFKHMFMHKDMFMHMDMHMDMDMFODMFMDO%40MDODMBODM%40OBODM%40OBO%40M%3FOBO%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAOCM%3FOAOCOAMEOCMAOEMCOEMEOAMEMGOEMGMEMEMIMEMIMGMEKIMGKIMGKIMKKGKIKKKIKKKKIIKKIKKKIKIKIMIMIKIKIOGKIMGMGMGOGKGOGMGOEOEMGKEQEOEOEMCOCOEMCQCOCOCOCOAOCQAOAMASAMAQ%3FOAQ%3FO%3FQAO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=siasLaxBSp0DDqFGoS9iQO_E5bM=) Laupahoehoe, HI #### What's nearby - Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - University of Hawaii at Hilo - 42 min drive - 31.7 miles - Rainbow Falls - 42 min drive - 31.5 miles - Port of Hilo - 43 min drive - 32.9 miles - Carlsmith Beach Park - 48 min drive - 34.5 miles #### Getting around - Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Laupahoehoe Farmers Market - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Landing Laupahoehoe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Back To The 50's Highway Fountain - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park. Umauma Falls and World Botanical Gardens are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 33 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great house, beautiful yard, spectacular view. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Anita Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Desiree H. 16 Jun 2025 #### Relaxed at Relaxing Gardens 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 chill place. Beautiful tropical landscaping and full view of the ocean. We had everything we needed. ##### Desiree H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean S. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best spot on the island! This place is amazing. Feels like you’re so far away from everything, yet close enough to drive to whatever we wanted to see. The geckos and frogs are everywhere, the sunrises are beautiful, and it was everything we wanted and more! ##### Sean S. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### JuDee F. 31 Jul 2025 #### Lovely location with a great view Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental is about 25 miles outside of Hilo, which was perfect for our group. The house has a beautiful front porch that overlooks the ocean and is the perfect way to start your day with a cup of coffee or end your day looking at the stars. The house has some additional supplies that were super helpful: beach chairs, coolers, snorkel gear to name a few things. The management company provided a very informative binder with details specific to the area which was super helpful. The rental was as advertised - overall a great experience. ##### JuDee F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ensley H. 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Hawai’i trip. Beautiful home and gardens. Love this side of the island. Absolutely incredible views! Outdoor shower is a bonus. ##### Ensley H. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen A. 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous retreat What a gorgeous house, and what an amazing garden. A short drive to Hilo and a shorter drive to other small towns worth a visit. Modest kitchen with most necessities, everything was clean and in great shape. Amazing beds and views. Very private from neighbors. A wonderful, comfortable stay. ##### Ellen A. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth B. 16 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Impeccable Everything exceeded our expectations and contributed to a wonderful visit. ##### Kenneth B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AshLee M. 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and Beautiful Loved this place. Perfect spot for our multiple adventures in all directions on the Island. Met all our needs. ##### AshLee M. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth M. 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Beautiful View The pictures of the property are perfect of the property. Beautiful home and location. Road getting to the property is a bit steep and curvy but worth the drive! The property is in the rain forest and that comes with geckos, but they kept to themselves. ##### Beth M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhiannon M. 14 Feb 2024 #### BEAUTIFUL, PEACEFUL, WONDERFUL 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: Perfect ##### Rhiannon M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Machille L. 7 Mar 2024 #### Peaceful Paradise Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the house in Laupahoehoe. It was perfect for our family: clean, well-stocked, and easy to check in/check out process. ##### Machille L. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renita R. 3 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Privacy and a wonderful ocean view Our family of 4 stayed at the Relaxing Gardens home. The property was secluded (which was fantastic), it had gorgeous vegetation, and a beautiful ocean view. It was very spacious and we all had our own space to relax and rejuvenate ourselves. There was plenty of outdoor seating, a hammock, and space in the front of the house to go outside for some fresh air. The kitchen was well stocked and we lacked for nothing. Relaxing Gardens is a great place to stay. We used it as our home base as we traveled around on the Big Island. ##### Renita R. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie M. 7 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy, comfortable and views to die for Could not be cuter! Lanai is a dream, kitchen is a dream, landscape is a dream! The carport is tricky with a SUV/minivan size car but you can manage it ##### Julie M. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richelle V. 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! The pictures do not do justice for how beautiful this home is! We were in instant awe when we turned the corner and saw the amazing home and garden. Great instruction on how to get in, extremely clean and homey. All communication was fast and friendly, and the neighborhood was gorgeous. Dream home, perfect vacation! ##### Richelle V. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew D. 1 Apr 2024 #### Family trip 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 visited this house with our family of five for our first trip to Hawaii. It was perfect for us, with plenty of space, beautiful views from inside and on the deck, and a kitchen we could use to prepare meals. The location is also excellent with good proximity to lots of great hiking and sightseeing. We would definitely come back again. ##### Andrew D. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberta C. 6 May 2023 #### Hula Festival Getaway 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: Family of six women had the most relaxing and comfortable stay. This property was just secluded enough to feel as if we were the only family experiencing time in paradise! Loved, Loved, Loved the luxurious landscaping on the property. Sunrise and sunset views of the ocean were amazing. ##### Roberta C. Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home near Hilo Absolutely wonderful stay at this property. The house was in an absolutely gorgeous setting on a well-maintained garden lot with a great view of the ocean and sunrises. It was very convenient to Hilo and many of the sites on the Eastern side of the island, including Carlsmith and Richardson beach parks, volcano national park, and Hilo. And it was relatively easy (an hour and a half drive) to Kona and the west side of the island. The house itself was clean and comfortable, with large, spacious rooms and comfortable beds. The kitchen was stocked with all the cooking pans, knives, and utensils we needed. It was such a great home. A wonderful stay and a wonderful home. ##### John M. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara B. 29 Jun 2024 #### Truly an Amazing Place 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: This house & property is one of a kind filled with everything you could need. Beautiful home with very comfortable furnishings, linens, & every kitchen appliance/gadget you’d need. We used the BBQ & made wonderful meals. The wrap-around deck & the sunrises were incredible, including a botanical garden. Close to Hilo but so very isolated with truly the most breathtaking ocean views. Convenient to Waimea, Kona, Volcanoes & so many waterfalls. We will absolutely be returning. Mahalo ##### Barbara B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H., Bark River, Michigan 1 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible property out of the mainstream! Beautiful, comfortable, well equipped home situated in a garden paradise with panoramic ocean views. The care and communication from property managers was the best we have encountered during numerous rentals! This was our first time staying north of Hilo and found it very relaxing. It is a 27 mile pleasant drive to Hilo and 14 from Honoka’a north. The home is located on a one lane road and environs are very peaceful. Picked oranges and limes for great juice… marveled at the daily flower display. The beds comfortable, furniture very nice, spotless and well cared for property! Could go on and on but suffice to say if you desire a well situated, relaxing, easy to get to the sights and attractions spot to land, Relaxing Gardens is it! ##### Susan H. Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Earl C., Bellingham, WA. 29 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and Private The house is in a private and some what remote location north of Hilo. It’s a little tricky to find, but once you open the gates and find your way in, you are glad you came. Beautiful views of the gardens and ocean are had in every room. Kitchen is well appointed with almost anything you could need. The whole house was spotless! We stayed 5 days and were very comfortable. Do realize that almost everything is quite a drive. Volcanos NP is a 90 minute drive through Hilo and the attractions of the Kona area are 90 minutes north. Akaka Falls is nearby and there are other local attractions if you look. We would definitely return. The management company was very responsive and helpful. The fruit and other snacks were much enjoyed! ##### Earl C. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlie S. 3 Sept 2024 #### Perfect stay on the Hilo side 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 family and I have been vacationing on the Big Island for over 30 years and have always stayed on the west side of the island in Kona or Waikoloa. We tried this rental on the east side for the first time. We’ve all agreed we will be staying on the east side and, hopefully, in this home from now on. It’s the most aptly titled rental. It truly is a relaxing garden. The home and gardens are magnificent. The sunrises from the front lanai are amazing. There is a little general store with a bar and restaurant about 4 miles away, otherwise you have a very isolated feel. Hilo is only about 35 mins away. There is a nice oceanfront park about 2 mikes away where we snorkeled, played frisbee, and explored tidal pools everyday. This was absolutely our best Hawaii experience ever. ##### Charlie S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### spayrovi p. 6 Feb 2023 #### PERFECT house, PERFECT host 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 am generally queasy about hotels and vacation rentals, but this house changed my mind!Highlights: super clean. well stocked with EVERYTHING, views from the bedrooms and entire house overlooking the ocean were incredible, loved laying in the hammock to relax. Also lots of beach gear: water shoes, snorkel gear, and chairs hotelsSuper clean floors - totally felt comfortable walking around bare foot, which I never do in anyones house. Walk around the neighborhood was so fun. The clementines that we got permission to pick were just incredible - still thinking about them. Overall, one of the best places we've ever stayed at and we would definitely go back! Highly recommend. ##### spayrovi p. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael K. 3 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Location The location overlooking the property and the ocean is incredible in the mornings. Sunrise is a special event. The house is well maintained, furnished well, and has all the amenities that you need. While on the more rainy side of the island, the rain occurred in the evenings and did not interfere with our plans. There was mentioned the sound of frogs, but we found them soothing along with the rain at night - a natural green sound machine. Someone in a prior review mentioned the road, but the road was good - one lane, curvy and paved - any car can make this road going slow. I would recommend this house if you are looking for a quiet location to recharge and be away from the city. The sunny side, Hilo and the volcanos were all within less than an hour drive. Nearby the house is a great local store and restaurant - Papaaloa Country Store (papaaloacountrystore.com). Look online for their hours. The store had most things you need, and the grab and go food was excellent. I recommend trying their fish tacos and Lilikoi Cake which is addicting. ##### Michael K. Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lily E. 20 Jun 2023 #### Paradise Found! 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’ve stayed at the Fairmont Orchid on the Kona side before but wanted to give the Hilo side a try and found this rental gem! There was clear communication and instructions and we found the house without a problem. The yard and ocean view is spectacular! We spend lots of time sitting outside on the porch with our morning coffee. Kitchen was well stocked and lots of laundry supplies. We didn’t use the beach supplies in the carport closet but such a great extra to have! Hilo was 20 minute drive and the falls were even closer! We stopped by Waimea farmers market on the way to kona one day and it was a beautiful drive. Highly recommend this beautiful rental as it gave us a totally different authentic Hawaiian vibe and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful rental with spectacular views. ##### Lily E. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### amanda d. 23 Apr 2025 #### Absolutely special 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 have been coming to the Big Island for several weeks at a time for the past fifteen years so I have some experience with rental properties. I have always utilized VRBO in the past with varied experiences and never went through a private Rental company such as Salt Water before. The description, images and explanation of the home were absolutely correct- the only surprises we had were how much we loved this home. Relaxing Gardens is a spacious and very private plot in a lovely rural neighborhood on the trade wind coast-- we never needed air conditioning, just fresh sea breeze all day and night. The rain on this level of the coast is present, but stayed very reliable to the late afternoons and overnight which was a change from Hilo central. And OMG the stars were incredible. The location is also fabulous for adventures-- you are essentially equidistant from the best activities on the island. It is remote, but the Island is all the more accesible because of it. I never saw a single bug in the house (thanks to their expert care and the gecko friends), and everything was up to date and pristine. We enjoyed resourcing our food at local markets and cooked essentially every meal in the perfectly stocked kitchen and charcoal grill. I also have to say, the Best water pressure in anyplace I've stayed on Big I which was so nice. I will definitely be contacting Salt Water for all of our stays in the future. Mahalo! ##### amanda d. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Waikiki-Beach-Resort-Spa.h19988.Hotel-Information) > > [The Twin Fin Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Twin-Fin-Hotel.h34498.Hotel-Information) > > [Aloha Crater Lodge and Lava Tube](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Volcano-Hotels-Aloha-Crater-Lodge-And-Lava-Tube.h9812048.Hotel-Information) > > [Prince Waikiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Prince-Waikiki.h287.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hilton-Waikiki-Beach.h25227.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Waikiki-Beach.h2766.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [The Imperial Hawaii Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Imperial-Hawaii-Resort.h6822419.Hotel-Information) > > ['Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Alohilani-Resort-Waikiki-Beach.h21781.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel La Croix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hotel-LaCroix.h49776.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Sheraton-Waikiki.h7385.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Waikiki-Beachcomber-By-Outrigger.h21123568.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koloa-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Kauai-Resort-And-Spa.h22122.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Kona Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona-Hotels-Royal-Kona-Resort.h25276.Hotel-Information) > > [Queen Kapiolani Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Queen-Kapiolani-Hotel.h234.Hotel-Information) > > [Maui Coast Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Coast-Hotel.h28645.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Modern-Honolulu.h3855608.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-OUTRIGGER-Reef-Waikiki-Beach-Resort.h23249.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kapolei-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Oahu-At-Ko-Olina.h6910.Hotel-Information) > > [Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Moana-Surfrider.h15534.Hotel-Information) > > [Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Wailea-Beach-Resort-Marriott.h20303.Hotel-Information) > > [Oasis Hotel Waikiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Aqua-Oasis.h18840.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Maui-At-Wailea.h14336.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Grand-Wailea-Maui.h7867.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hilton-Hawaiian-Village-Waikiki-Beach-Resort.h13857.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-OHANA-Waikiki-East-By-Outrigger.h14848.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kahuku-Hotels-Turtle-Bay-Resort.h470837.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-OUTRIGGER-Waikiki-Beach-Resort.h13791.Hotel-Information) > > [Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Waikiki-Beach-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h5306.Hotel-Information)