Title: Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33668917&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. ## Photo gallery for Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. ![Sun-loungers, beach towels - Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. (Pahoa/Kalapana-Seaview)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33669000/33668917/w1290h963x0y27-3a4505fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, music library, stereo - Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. (Pahoa/Kalapana-Seaview)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33669000/33668917/76e4f6eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. (Pahoa/Kalapana-Seaview)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33669000/33668917/6c8c04c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. (Pahoa/Kalapana-Seaview)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33669000/33668917/ae8c0c47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. (Pahoa/Kalapana-Seaview)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33669000/33668917/bd4137f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the 'aloha spirit' at Nice, Big House, a private 3-bedroom townhouse with distant ocean views and proximity to black sand beaches. Enjoy Netflix on one of three TVs, WiFi, and a landline phone in this fully furnished home situated in a safe Hawaiian neighborhood off Kalapana-Kapoho Rd. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1600 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. ### Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. Aloha! The 'Nice, Big House is a private 3 bedroom /1.5 bath fully furnished town house w/ 4 beds (3 beds downstairs and 1 on the 3rd floor) which is part of a larger building with two private studios attached. This 'unique' design allows us to rent it for less and helps ensure our guests privacy. We have been renting this home for 10 years now and most customers really enjoy their stay. You may be surprised at some very famous people who have stayed here including performers from Cirque Du Soleil. When you rent this home - all linen, kitchen utensils, bath tissue, 3 TV’s w/ Netflix, Roku, landline phone, and Wi-Fi are provided at no extra cost. It has a wonderful distant ocean view and it's less than 10 minutes from the Kalapana Lava fields, 20 minutes to Pohoiki and 3 minutes to Kehena Beach. Due to the recent eruption, Puna now has several black sand beaches ( Kehena, Pohoiki, Mackenzie Beach and sea caves, Kaimu and Kapoho beaches. Some hiking required to Mackenzie and Kapoho Beaches. All beaches in Puna are black sand w/ rock. Kehena and Pohoiki are the best beaches and are nearby. Nice, Big House has been the home to visitors around the world for about 10 years now and many return to this wonderful and well kept home. It's a wonderful place to stay if you want to be centered in the Puna District of Hawaii (Kalapana), which is one of the most beautiful places on earth. This is a sunny spot of the island where there is less rain! Although it rains much less down here, our area remains green and beautiful. Many people come to Puna to visit Volcano National Park - home of Kilauea and the periodic lava flows and beaches. There are also Hawaiian jungles, tropical rain forests, beautiful coastal views, thermal ponds at Pohoiki, surfing/ snorkeling, whale watching due to migration to warm Hawaiian waters during winter months. You can often see them from land swimming off our beautiful coast and at the Kehena Beach view point. Many of my tenants tell me that they were able to swim w/ dolphins and you can too. For those of you who are seeking night time entertainment, check out 'Uncles Outdoor Hawaii Bar' if you want to sip a beer, listen to live Hawaiian music, eat great food and enjoy a farmers market at the same time. Kilauea Volcano is just a 45-60 minute drive. In addition, the KaMauna Caves are on the way where you can walk through huge lava tubes. The unit is situated in a safe, quiet & friendly Hawaiian neighborhood off Kalapana-Kapoho Rd. This 3 BR / 1.5 BATH house & loft w/ an ocean view and within walking distance to a park situated on the coast w/ a spectacular ocean view, and Kehena Black Sand Beach. There is a lot to see on our side of the island: 4-5 beaches, lava fields, fishing areas, Akaka, Kahuna and Rainbow Falls, Boiling Pots, hiking, Farmers Market (1/2 block away), Space Community Arts Center, Keck Observatory, Kilauea , Uncles Bamboo Tiki Bar w/ live music, cafes, food markets, Volcanoes Nat'l Park, Kamauna Caves and so much more. My mission is to make sure that you have what you need to make your visit a happy, and memorable experience ! This is a great place to relax and enjoy nature. Many people come to Kalapana to 'get away from it all and breath clean air, eat great food, soak up the sunshine, exercise, commune with nature, and meet some wonderful people. So come and find out 'what the aloha spirit really is'. We invite you to come to one of the most beautiful places on earth. Other accomodations are available as well, please inquire for details about our completely private studios attached to house on the side of building and Oceanfront cottages that are near by. PLEASE NOTE - there is NO POOL at this house. Ocean is walking distance - an easy 10 short blocks down the street. You will love this beautiful house in coastal Puna. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18870000/18861500/18861436/e5494168.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii Kehena Beach Estates - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews £151 includes taxes & fees 10 Mar - 11 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11&selected=18861436&PinnedHotelID=18861436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18978500/18978436/8b716a92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely Ohana Close to Beaches Pahoa - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=18978436&PinnedHotelID=18978436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33934100/33934039/13a80419.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TROPICAL LIVING-WALK TO BEACH-DECK IN TREETOP-OPEN VERANDA- EXOTIC LOCATION Puna Palisades - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=33934039&PinnedHotelID=33934039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33250000/33245200/33245155/7392f4b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top Five Rated Vacation Rental In Pahoa , Come Relax with Us!! 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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 GE-042-418-7904-01, TA-042-418-7904-01 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Nice Big House Near Kehena/ Pohoiki Beaches Lava Fields ## About the area Located in Kalapana Sea View Estates, a neighbourhood in Pahoa, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Mackenzie State Park and Pohoiki reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Hilo Coffee Mill and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Pahoa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pahoa.dx11875) [View more Holiday homes in Pahoa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pahoa-Private-Holiday-Homes.d11875-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%7C19.40775%2C-154.92650&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sW1Gu4RsSqrbDcIByb6IDDBuqqI=) Pahoa/Kalapana-Seaview, HI ### What's nearby - ![Palm trees on the Black Sand Beach, Hawaiian Islands, Hawaii, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977407860/dfe5ad38-4231-475d-a2e2-c568d9163457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pohoiki Beach 18 min drive \- 8.5 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 61 min drive \- 42.3 miles - SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kehena Beach 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles - University of Hawaii at Hilo 57 min drive \- 40.0 miles ### Getting around - Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) 57 min drive ### Restaurants - Black Rock Cafe 27 min drive - Sirius Hotspot Coffee 27 min drive - LaHiki kava bar 26 min drive - THE VELI Restaurant 26 min drive - Ning's Thai Cuisine 26 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields.? ### What time is check-in at Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields.? ### What time is check-out at Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields.? ### Where is Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Nice, Big House near Kehena/ Pohoiki Black Sand Beaches and Lava Fields. 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 60 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W. 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good stay Awesome amazing home located on the remote side of the island. Had a great stay.! ##### John W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori P. 3 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great view Great neighborhood. Quiet and beautiful view. This was a great location for what we wanted to do. Comfortable beds and well stocked kitchen. My only problem was we were trying to play games at the dining table and the lights were very dim. We used our cell phone flashlights to light it up more. ##### Lori P. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose B. 23 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property to Explore Puna District We enjoyed this property while visiting our son . There was plenty of room for our family to be together. The location enabled us to go to the beach and hot ponds . It was a pleasurable experience. Thank you Andre and Susan for sharing your home with us . ##### Rose B. Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stewart M., Canada 8 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful area and comfortable accomodations Information from host was very helpful. ##### Stewart M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Isaac H. 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness Not bad, termite poop in cabinets, ants on counters ##### Isaac H. Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin D. 11 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great out of town location This was a great house in an out of town location for those looking for peace and quiet. No cell signal really and the beaches are more rocky than sandy but the locals are nice and there is a great farmers market. The house was awesome and communication with the owners was stellar. ##### Kristin D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lahela K. 25 Jun 2011 #### Wonderfully off the map!!!! I wanted to be able to relax and cleanse from my Oahu life, for my 30th birthday. I couldn't have found a better place! Mahalo nui loa e Andre! We were truly "off the map", which is what I wanted. There was more than enough room for my ohana to be comforable. The value is beyond words! Only recommendation I have: darker curtains in the downstairs master bedroom. Other than that WE LOVED EVERYTHING!!!! ##### Lahela K. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 29 Jun 2011 #### Comfortable and Accomodating Andre was extremely accomodating. We had a booked at a hotel in Hilo, only to find out that is was not such a nice place to stay. I contacted Andre at 7pm and on the same night, we were arrived to this rental. We booked the two studios as the 3 bedroom was taken. None the less, we spent two nights here. The beds were comfortable. Lynn was very informative about things to do. They have information for local services like a personal chef, massuse, or tour guide available at the rental. We had a great time while we were there, and were much more comfortable staying here than the place we had originally booked in Hilo. The prices are unheard of. Our stay was very reasonably priced. A word about Hawaii... there are bugs and they are to be expected. If the lights are on, they will come. Lynn was nice enough to warn us about this. We quickly understood what she was talking about. If you are afraid of bugs, this is not the place for you. We were not expecting the bugs so it was a bit of a surprise for us, but we dealt with it by keeping the doors shut and the screened windows open. The rental itself, is clean and modern and comfortable. The beds were comfortable. We would stay here again. We had a great time. Thanks Andre & Lynn. ### 8/10 Good #### Stefanie K. 1 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Einwandfrei Sehr ruhige Lage, allerdings weiter weg vom Meer als vom Inserst her erwartet ##### Stefanie K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Amanda T. 21 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful East Side Beauty surrounds this house. The hosts are friendly and accommodating, and the house is big. We enjoyed our stay. ##### Amanda T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carissa B., Las Cruces, New Mexico (USA) 4 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful getaway! My family of 4 had a wonderful stay for two nights at this property. The home was spacious and well-stocked, and the location was perfect for exploring the Kalapana/Pahoa/Pohoiki area. Check in was a breeze, and communication from the owners was extremely helpful. We would definitely stay here again! ##### Carissa B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy R. 2 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaii vacation Very accommodating ##### Jeremy R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Jessica P. 31 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique place to stay We enjoyed this house. It is really unusual in a good way. The whole area is very earthy and unique. This house fit the 5 of us easily and has what you need. We drank the water through a Britta, but they suggest you don’t. Keep that in mind if you are worried about it. The thermal pools are a variety of hot temperatures. They would be more fun when it is cool out. We happened to go when it was hot. The views from MacKenzie State Park are amazing, and the beach nearby has a little bit of a steep hike down (we didn’t have trouble) and clothing optional…keep that in mind. Overall, the space is great. The covered porch is wonderful in the morning. The hosts were helpful as well. ##### Jessica P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie W. 5 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice House! The house was very nice! Communication with Andre and Susan was returned immediately. Loved listening to the animals through the night. Thank you for sharing your home with us!! ##### Stefanie W. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth M. 29 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and relaxing This great property was home base for our recent week in Hawaii. The house itself is lovely and open, with lots of room for our family of 4\. We loved having breakfast on the lanai, and popping down the street (10mins) to sit in the ocean thermal pools at Isaac Hale in the mornings. It is a ways outside of Hilo, so if you’re looking for something close to it all, this is not it - but we found it just as easy to travel into Hilo, the volcano national park, and even Kona on various day trips. Then to come home to our space and have a home-cooked meal. Would highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for peace and relaxation during your Hawaiian stay. ##### Elizabeth M. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy W. 27 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very happy Very good ##### Peggy W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Melinda M. 29 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Thank you! ##### Melinda M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SHELLEY C., Anchorage 19 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Magical area We had a great time at the big house. Plenty of space to spread out. Incredible lanai, walkable neighborhood, and beautiful scenery. FYI The house is shared with two other tenants, so we had to try to manage the kid noise, but otherwise we had an awesome stay. We will definitely be back! ##### SHELLEY C. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward R. 9 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kalapana rental Very nice house. We enjoyed our stay here. Unwinding from a loooooonnnggg trip before going home to the real world! ##### Edward R. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy R. 3 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Home We are a family of five and stayed here for five nights in August. The pictures don't do the house justice. I suggest the owners post more photos of their beautiful home. We were very comfortable and revelled in the spaciousness. The kitchen is upstairs, which is different. My only complaint is that there isn't a dishwasher, so we had to put the kids on dish duty. There isn't air conditioning but plenty of fans. After you open the windows, there is a wonderful breeze and the rooms cool off. The only night it felt a little warm was when it was raining and the humidity was high. We were unable to open two windows for more air, but we survived just fine. A number of people complain about the coqui frogs who call out to each other most of the night. It is true, they can be loud, (I brought ear plugs). I would much rather fall asleep to frogs and wake up to a rooster than to traffic and loud music any day. We took advantage of the large porch for reading and just enjoying the quiet. If you happen to be up late at night, look to the sky, and you'll see the Milky Way and all the stars. Mila the housekeeper was very helpful. The house was spotless when we arrived. It is located in a more remote area, about 20 minutes from Pahoa, but we didn't mind. We enjoyed exploring the area. ##### Nancy R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila H. 3 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious and comfortable home Home is spacious and very comfortable and was very clean. Beds were very comfortable. The only downside was no AC. The fans and ocean breeze help greatly though, but at times it can be very warm inside. Owner was great to work with. ##### Sheila H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark R., Gilroy, CA 8 Apr 2019 #### nice place big-spacious house. a tad far from east side island activities and Hilo. would have liked bbq cleaned and grill supplies. we took care of it. house was clean. lanai wonderful. However, one of the kids woke up one morning with insect bites all over his back. First morning, i had bites all over my feet. maybe this is coinicidence and unrelated to the house? not sure though. liked the activity list on the fridge. owner was nice and greeted us on arrival. big island is beautiful. ##### Mark R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mike N. 14 Feb 2019 #### Roomy, comfortable home near Kalapana. Great location to use as home base to explore the volcano area and a few isolated, uncrowded beaches along the Kalapana/ Pahoa coastal area. The home was clean and tidy! We loved sitting out on the lanai in the morning to have our Hawaiian breakfast with fresh pineapple and Portugese sausage! ##### Mike N. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred H., America 11 Jan 2019 #### House rental Everything was very nice and the host was nice. The house rental was great. ##### Fred H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth R. 6 Jan 2019 #### Amazing views, 1 mile walk to black sand beach Great spot a little off the beaten path. We loved watching the sun rise from the lanai. ##### Beth R. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018 ---