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Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!

Cottage in Naalehu with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, travel crib, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 346 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is SAR 450
SAR 850 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

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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.

Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!

Named for the spring on the land, Waiola (Water of Life) is a romantic hideaway, a peaceful retreat, an artist's getaway or a perfect stay-cation. Stone walls, taro lo`i (the garden plot that taro was grown in), a trail, and a stone house site from ka wā kahiko (ancient times) tell the story of the Hawaiians of old who lived here and worked the land. Waiola offers cozy comfort for two with a studio cottage in a pastoral setting.
The Guesthouse includes a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, queen sized bed, and satellite TV with HBO.
Waiola sits above a six-acre pasture with an `ōhi`a lehua forest as backdrop. The lehua is the flower of Hawai`i Island and is honored in both song and chant. A zen view of the ocean is visible through the `ōhi`a trees. Located at 1800', the climate is temperate with occasional rain at night. Evenings and mornings can be cool and you will appreciate a sweater or light jacket.
If you are looking for a truly unique Hawaiian experience away from the hustle and noise of tourist destination spots Waiola is for you.
HAWAII TAX ID NO: 124-689-8176-01

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 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-124-689-8176-01, GE-124-689-8176-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Off Beaten Track Island Hawai`i House Naalehu
Off Beaten Track Hawaii House
Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Cottage
Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Naalehu
Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Cottage Naalehu

About the neighborhood

Map
Naalehu, HI

What's nearby

  • Paradise Meadows - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Whittington Beach Park - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Coastal Nature Trail - 19 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Punalu'u Beach - 20 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Kula Kai Caverns - 21 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Punalu'u Bake Shop & Visitor Center - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Honua's Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Encanto Food Truck - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ka Lae Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hana Hou - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Paradise Meadows. Whittington Beach Park and Pakini Nui Wind Farm are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 191 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Empower U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location for a real Hawaii experience among the Ohia trees & ocean breezes.Cozy, comfortable, safe, yet private too.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

J I.

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

Treehouse like beauty

Beautiful space - private, trees surround you. Stars everywhere. House had everything we needed. Bed and shower were perfect. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great property!

Clean and simple accommodations with wonderful bird-watching and privacy. Very nice hosts. We hope to stay for longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

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

sanctuary

secluded, quiet, clean...beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andie D.

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

An Excellent Get Away

Dave and Wendy were excellent communicators regarding the check-in and check-out process. The VRBO had everything we needed for cooking, laundry, and escaping from the hustle and bustle of life. It was very convenient to get to Volcanoes National Park and Kona from their location. We loved using the French press coffee maker, enjoying the beautiful backyard view, and being surrounded by the sounds of nature. Stargazing in the backyard was one of our favorite memories at the place! 10/10 recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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

Wonderful stay

Perfect stay at this beautiful home that runs on solar power. We had no issues and ran 2 loads of clothes in the washer/dryer during our stay. The owners are very communicative and kind. Loved seeing the resident donkey out in the field each morning. I'm into bird photography and spent time in the mornings getting some great shots. We stayed super busy during the days but it was great to come back to this relaxing house that was close to our activities but secluded. Thank you Wendy and David! We hope to return to the island some day
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

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

Wonderful place to stay

The property itself was very quiet and peaceful, nice and secluded- just what we were looking for. The room was exactly as described and as the pictures showed in the listing. Very clean and cozy and had everything we needed for our stay. And what a great view! Wish I had stayed for longer instead of heading back to Hilo. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenamatic E.

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

Nice place

Everything was good. We are not city people so this was right up our alley. David and Wendy were responsive and helpful. The ONLY downside would be if you cannot climb a flight of stairs or cannot handle the frogs (lots of them) “singing” all night. Neither of these things bothered us. We would without a doubt stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

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

Relaxing, refreshing, lovely oasis

Waking up to the birdsong was my favorite time of day. I'd get up, make coffee and head out on the lanai to watch the morning unfold. I spent lots of time on the lanai relaxing and recharging. Close enough to beaches, national parks, grocery stores, and Ka Lae Garden Thai restaurant. I highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanni A.

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

Mahalo

We had an incredibly peaceful and relaxing stay at Wendy’s and David’s place, who were wonderful hosts. Their home is beautiful and truly one of a kind. Mahalo!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

Awesome stay

Our first visit to the islands and this was a perfect out of the way, relaxing, quiet, in the middle of beautiful nature place to stay. Put us in reach of Volcanoes National Park and many other fantastic places. The hosts were great and very helpful with checkin and suggestions. Then let us to our adventure. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sujata c.

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

Big relax

Spent time is uber relaxation mode. Really enjoyed playing with donkey!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

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

Loved it!

We absolutely loved the place, the location. It was very clean, and beautiful inside and out. Our host was very friendly and informative. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

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

Great place to relax,

Great place to come back to after day trips seeing the sites. Secluded and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ChrisMark V.

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

A stay in paradise

Our stay here was beyond words! This place is so magical and amazing.The view from the deck, the froggies at night , beautiful birds, wild pigs, a donkey, cute little geckos:).Also the house is 100% percent solar off the grid.David and Wendy were great in communication and everything else!We have traveled a lot and stayed in many places... This is one we shall never forget…. Just wish we had a few more days here.A sincere mahalo David and Wendy:)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huijun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clay Y.

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

Relaxing accommodations

Extremely quiet and relaxing. Loved the cabin and property. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret W.

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

Paradise

Dave met us upon arrival (we came in late!) showed us the property and then left us for our stay. The place has everything needed for a couple. The sun rise from the porch is amazing. Great location on the southern tip of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie F.

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

Na’alehu stay

Absolutely a beautiful spot to stay! And just what we wanted, a little spot off the beaten path. Beautiful place, gorgeous property and a sighting of the resident donkey! David, the owner met us for check in and provided information. Sufficient equipment in the kitchen to cook meals. Lovely to sit out on the porch to sip beverages and hear and see the birds. We were doing local hikes and taking in the sights at the national volcano park and it’s a 45 minute drive -very doable and lovely. And though the property description mentions that there is no Wi-Fi, we had great cell service. Would definitely recommend this place and we would like to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J O.

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

Perfect getaway in tranquil setting!

Beautiful location and wonderful hosts. Perfect distance between activities around both Hilo and Kona. Lush and private property, one of our all-time favorite stays!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deena H.

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

AMAZING VIEWS

STUNNING views from the back porch. The best part of my stay on the big island so far.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Paradise!

We absolutely loved staying here. A gorgeous property and very comfortable studio. Thank you so much for letting us stay❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Peaceful and private

This was a wonderful property and was exactly the experience we hoped for. The property has an isolated feel and is very private, but it is easily accessed, and centrally located as a jumping off point to many of the island's attractions. Views from the studio are amazing, and the property is clean and well-kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

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

Great hosts and secluded location

Wendy and Davide were great hosts - for example they met us out at the highway turnoff since we were arriving after dark. As many reviews have indicated, it is a great secluded location.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had such a wonderful time! The owners were both so nice and welcoming to us!! We both really wished we had more time there :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023