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Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, stereo
Property grounds
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
On a private 3-acre estate on the Big Island of Hawaii, Hilo Guest House is your serene retreat. Vaulted ceilings and beautifully landscaped grounds create a peaceful ambiance while you enjoy high-speed internet, outdoor BBQ, yoga mat, smart TV and beach essentials like snorkel sets and boogie boards.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 454 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location.

Located on the Big Island of Hawaii, this detached studio guest house is fully furnished, very private, with vaulted ceilings on a beautifully landscaped 3 acre privately enclosed property. Property has a gated entrance with private gate code, grounds security system, over 80 fruit trees and 2 Koi fish ponds. Studio sleeps up to 5 (one queen-size bed, one full-size futon sofa bed, and a single blow-up mattress), has 1 bathroom with shower and kitchen with refrigerator, convection oven, stovetop burner, coffee maker, blender, and all necessary kitchen cooking/eating utensils. Rental also includes a dual washer/dryer unit, clothes drying rack, armoire for hanging clothes, outdoor BBQ, outdoor patio seating and eating table for 4, fiber optic high-speed internet, smart TV, yoga mat, umbrellas and other essentials. Outdoor storage shed has 4 beach chairs, 3 beach umbrella, coolers, boogie board, 4 adult snorkel sets/2 child snorkel sets, volleyball, and beach toys that can be used by guests of the rental. Studio has a private entrance, parking spot for 2 vehicles, and 180 degree views of the 3 acre property and Koi fish pond from the patio. Pond area has 4 chairs, bistro table for 2 with umbrella, and 2 lounge chairs with umbrella for guests to use. This guest house is conveniently located 15 minutes south of Hilo and 10 minutes between the small towns of Keaau and Pahoa. There is also a grocery store and farmer’s market within 5 minutes of the rental. This is the perfect central location for all activities on the east side of the Big Island of Hawaii, including sites such as Volcanoes National Park, magnificent waterfalls, downtown Hilo, and the famous black sand and green sand beaches.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 576 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Do not pick fruit from fruit trees, tropical flowers and plants, or garden produce on property.
Do not feed chickens, Koi fish, and kitties on the property without host's permission.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system
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-881-018-2660-01, GE-065-728-0000-01

About the neighborhood

Located in Keaau, this cottage is in the city center and on the waterfront. University Theater and University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting.
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Map
Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 26 min drive - 22.4 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 31 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 35 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Port of Hilo - 35 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 40 min drive - 34.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location. located?

Located in the heart of Keaau, this cottage is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center and Lava Tree State Monument are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An idyllic place with great hosts. Would like to come back one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kayden S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay for our honeymoon. A very remote relaxing location. The grounds were absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Guest House

This guest house was all we had hoped it would be from the photos - nice interior decor with a lovely lanai (porch), surrounded by green beauty. Amenities were all there with some nice extra touches, hosts were friendly and helpful. We left refreshed after our two nights and would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Mueller L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, peaceful property

The hosts have thought about so many little touches to add to the comfort and fun of the stay. Thank you for sharing your beautiful space with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick trip to the Big Island

It was an amazing stay at a stunning property! The hosts were amazing. Perfect for our quick trip to the Big Island. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelli T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It had everything we needed and was one of the neatest and cutest guest houses I’ve ever stayed in. The garden was beautiful—I especially loved having my morning coffee next to the koi pond. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Hawaiian getaway

Beautiful well maintained property away from Hilo busyness. Loved the koi pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Couples Retreat

We stayed here a few nights during Hilo side of the trip. Really great property that felt secluded but still close to food and grocery options. The property owners were very friendly and helpful with local recommendations for us. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Slice of Paradise on the Big Island

We absolutely loved the property - it was a peaceful, tropical retreat. The guest house was super clean and very well provisioned and the grounds were beautifully landscaped. There were pineapples, papayas, plumeria, orchids and so much more. It was so relaxing to sit on the lanai in the evening with a cool drink and listen to the sounds of the tree frogs and the burbling of the koi pond.
The view from the lanai of the guest house
The guest house
Pineapple
Orchids
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy retreat in the country

We had a great stay at this guest house. The location was quiet and relaxing in the country (so much better than staying in town in Hilo), and it was near enough to the Volcano National Park which made for a great drive. The hosts are available if needed. It's a beautiful property with nicely landscaped grounds. The guest house is lovely, well maintained and very clean. It's highly recommended to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful rental!

Amazing property and beautiful guest home. We wouldn't have asked for a better experience staying on the island.Thanks for everything!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

*** Vacation Paradise ***

Comfortable accommodations along with immaculate landscaping makes this home away from home one should not pass up. This far exceeded our expectations and is a best value. The hosts Jeff and Jennifer were very attentive to our needs and made sure we weren't wanting of anything. Again great hosts.- you won't regret booking your next stay here!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ari S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

The property is lovely, the hosts are great and the place has everything you need. We enjoyed our time, we found the jungle night time noises very relaxing and slept really well. The kids loved the koi pond and the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo side stay

Great little place tucked away from the busier Hilo area. Probably a bit better suited for 4 than 5 given the overall size and having to use an air mattress. Owners were nice and let my kids feed the koi, which was exciting for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Excellent stay. The cottage is beautiful. 5 star experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Orchidlands Estate

The Orchidlands Estate was everything we wanted in our ten day stay. The cottage was perfect!do down to the last detail
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, comfortable and very relaxing place to stay. Highly recommended staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Property

Super clean, hosts thought of everything and gave great advice for ideas about things to do. Property is like a park! I highly reccommend this vrbo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded Our Expectations!

Wonderful paradise setting and the hosts, Jennifer and Jeff do a great job. The room was clean and absolutely beautiful. The property was one you could spend every day just relaxing in the beauty. This is an outstanding rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a beautiful guest house! Clean rooms and fantastic view. We enjoyed staying there and the hosts were very friendly. We wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

TaiLeah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet guesthouse on beautiful property

Our family of 3 loved our stay at the guesthouse. The house was very clean and comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking. We enjoyed the view from the lanai over the lush property. Our daughter especially loved feeding the koi fish and chasing frogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great anniversary trip!

What a wonderful place to stay. All the needed amenities. Our host were super friendly, responsive to our questions and gave great tips of local funds!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil

Jennifer and Jeff have a beautiful and peaceful guest house with inviting decor and the property is extremely clean and comfortable. We hiked in Hawaii Volcano NP and the guest house was perfect after tackling the trails. We hope to return to the Big Island and stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mamo Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cottage

The grounds are beautiful and the area is such a relaxing place to stay. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal Hilo accommodations

The flawless reviews are there for a reason- this place really exceeds even high expectations. Beautiful beyond belief this property was one of my big island highlights. Hosts are also really thoughtful and helpful as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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