Title: Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. 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 # Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. Holiday home in Pahoa with kitchen and lanai ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761600/18761534/f51dd8fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761600/18761534/687fe006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761600/18761534/54c9a5b4_edited_de1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761600/18761534/df6abd7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761600/18761534/61995ab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a quiet Puna setting, this colorful 2-bedroom home offers a serene retreat. Let the soothing sound of the waves and sweet scent of gardenias lull you to sleep, while tropical plants sway gently outside your fully screened lanai. The house features new queen-size beds and comfortable linens for two couples to relax together. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen £150 includes taxes & fees 8 Oct - 9 Oct ## 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. ### Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. GE-186-363-6992-01 TAT186-363-6992-01This colorful 2 bedroom 2 bath home is Hosted from the front cottage. Close to all the fun Puna has to offer. The quiet setting has privacy with room for family & friends. Let the sound of the waves rock you to sleep. Maybe even hear the whales. Gardenias fill the garden with a wonderful aroma. Colorful tropical plants sway in the breeze, creating a delightful view from the fully screened lanai. The house is set up to sleep two couples with new queen size beds that connect by the lanai. Both rooms exactly the same except color schemes. All linens are new and are the appropriate weight for the climate for a comfortable stay.The house is super cute in a simple way .The full kitchen allows for home cooked meals. Take your coffee and morning walk to the cliffs or Kahakai Park with lots of spots for fishing or watching the waves break. Borrow the snorkel gear and visit Kapoho for the best snorkeling on the island. Enjoy the restaurants in Pahoa. We had the best meals at Nings and Kaleos. Truly delicious. There really is something for every taste and budget. THE FARMERS MARKETS are amazing. Wednesdays is Hilo or Uncle Roberts in Kalapana. Saturday Hilo. Sunday Maku'u on the road to Hilo. Plus Keauu has one open everyday! There is so much to enjoy you'll have to come back many times to discover it all! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75970000/75969700/75969695/d3c20423.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location. 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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Sweet Retreat Ocean. Where Natures Sights Sounds Delight Soul Sweet Retreat Ocean. Where Natures Sights Sounds Delight Soul ## About the area Located in Pahoa, this holiday home is by the ocean. S. Hata Building and Lyman Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. [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%7C19.56068%2C-154.89441&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oLriOAMEsJr-lGJv5ZI-IgSZQAY=) Pāhoa, HI ### What's nearby - Pahoa Museum - 22 min drive - 7.4 miles - University of Hawaii at Hilo - 51 min drive - 27.5 miles - Coconut Island Park - 55 min drive - 29.9 miles - Port of Hilo - 55 min drive - 30.1 miles - Carlsmith Beach Park - 61 min drive - 31.8 miles ### Getting around - Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 49 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bite The Eye - ‬19 min drive - ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬17 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬15 min drive - ‪LaHiki kava bar - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul.? > As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. on 8 Oct 2025 start from £150.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pahoa-Hotels-Sweet-Retreat-Close-To-The-Ocean-Where-Natures-Sights-And-Sounds-Delight-Soul.h18761534.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. located? > Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Kapoho Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Star of the Sea Painted Church are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sweet retreat close to the ocean. Where natures sights and sounds delight soul. Reviews 9.8 ### 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 ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 106 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. 23 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very pleasant stay We stayed in this area because of it's proximity to Volcano NP, Hilo, and Puna area. The property was very clean and comfortable, and we enjoyed walks to the oceanside park daily.. ##### John M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sinua A. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island hopping Beautiful home in a quiet area, loved the enclosed lanai, favorite part about the home. Thank you Susan! We will be back soon! ##### Sinua A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dermot D. 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation We loved our stay. Everything was great! ##### Dermot D. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Namita G. 15 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay We had a great time staying at Sue’s place. She was vehicle to respond to any questions. Place is well maintained and beautiful with all the needed amenities. Wish we could stay longer there. ##### Namita G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark H. 4 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Property and Home Stayed there for a few nights with my adult children. Host communicated well and had everything set up for us when we got there. Place was clean and charming. We enjoyed hanging out in the screen room at night listening to all the wildlife and playing Big Island Monopoly. We hope to make it back there again. ##### Mark H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila O. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo vicinity Best sunrise view at nearby park ##### Sheila O. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy H. 16 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick trip Very cute and cozy. I would definitely stay again! ##### Kathy H. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lemuel A. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and Cozy place Sue and Brad are amazing host. Lovely and cozy home.....Recommend it anyone!!!! Aloha and Mahalo nui!!! You made my daughter's bday memorable. ##### Lemuel A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura W. 8 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and peaceful We stayed for one night. ##### Laura W. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandi & Dennis W. 12 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Retreat Spacious accommodations for 2 couples surrounded by lush gardens. Relatively close to shopping. ##### Sandi & Dennis W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith U. 9 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect “sweet retreat” in Puna This house is gorgeous and very comfortable. We loved the setting and beautiful decor. We would come back in a heartbeat! ##### Judith U. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henry W. 30 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent get a way We stayed a week and had a relaxing time. The place was nice and quiet and everyone we met around the house was very nice and informed us of all the local places to eat and visit. Cant wait to go back. ##### Henry W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trisha M. 14 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little house! Perfectly comfortable and pleasant. Wonderful location. Enjoyed our time, though it was short. ##### Trisha M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trina K. 30 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Our family had a wonderful, relaxing stay we are very grateful and would love to stay at your home again some time. ##### Trina K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### christa e. 1 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute house Stayed one night after exploring the volcano park. Very comfortable and tropical! ##### christa e. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gretchen C. 16 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Cute, quirky place! Close to shoreline. Fun place that slept 6 of us well! There is a man who lives in a small cabin/house on front of property that we were unaware of, but he was friendly and gave us good ideas for local sites. ##### Gretchen C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky C. 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful night sleep in rainforest The owner is very nice. She gave us mosquito coils and mosquito repellent. We like the decoration style of the house. The bed is very comfortable. We will come back again. ##### Becky C. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle H., Utah 28 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience! We really appreciated our stay. Sue was great to work with and so helpful. The home feels very comfortable and so relaxing. We wish we could have spent more time. ##### Michelle H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan K. 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay at Sweet Retreat Sue was a fabulous and communicative host. Perfect location to spend time on the eastern side of the island good midpoint between Volcanoes National Park and Hilo. The screened lanai which we called ‘The Jungle Room’ was a highlight, big comfortable sitting area which is perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee and a good book while listening to early morning or evening rainstorms and birds. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood where Nene’s roam free this is a great home based to go explore the island and come home to relax. ##### Ryan K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cyndi C. 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The place was amazing The cottage was clean had great space, loved the rainforest feel. Sat on the back porch and chilled loved the spunds of tje birds. Sue was great in setting us up to get in amd check ou. ##### Cyndi C. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett M. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### brief stop We stayed only for one night - so can't say a lot, but it was a nice space, beautiful backyard space. Clean. ##### Brett M. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul A., Pittsburgh, PA 26 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Stay We have a very comfortable stay. The beds were very comfortable and the living area was generous and private with a real rainforest feel. The kitchen was very well supplied including very good coffee. There were roosters crowing in the middle of the night, but we were well prepared with earplugs since we had experienced coqui frogs on this side of the island in the past, but they weren’t an issue here. Overall, it was a great place to stay. ##### Paul A. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan B. 17 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful retreat I wish I had more days. Loved the decor. Loved the location. Walking distance to the shore. Easy access to the volcano. Would love to return and stay a week. Funny bit of trivia. A friend from home is building his retirement home in that neighborhood so we had a lot of inside tips ##### Susan B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous hideaway that has everything Cool, quiet location not far from the ocean. If you are looking for a place that is away from the noise and rat race this is it. Sue and Brad go the extra mile for you , we had fresh flowers when we arrived. A quick check in with us to see if we were ok and it was all just so lovely and welcoming ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary N. 22 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Definitely a sweet retreat! This little cottage, named Sweet Retreat by the owner, was a charming home base for our time on the Big Island. We enjoyed everything about the location. We could hear the waves crashing on the shore from the lovely screened porch. We could walk to the beach in a few minutes time and watch for whales. We could drive in to the village for a delicious meal at one of several good restaurants in a short time. And we were able to travel to Vocano National Park, black and green sand beaches and Southpoint all from Sweet Retreat. ##### Mary N. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024