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Puna ZEN Botanical Garden Retreat near Volcano Nat. Park, Hilo, Kehena Beach

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Game room
Exterior
Smart TV, books
Point of interest
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is AED 790
AED 1,516 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun

About this property

Entire place

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

Puna ZEN Botanical Garden Retreat near Volcano Nat. Park, Hilo, Kehena Beach

Escape to a charming traditional Hawaiian home, elevated on post and pier for enhanced airflow and privacy. This unique blend of classic architecture and mid-century design features an open-concept great room, complete with a sunken living area, dining space, and kitchen, all adorned with stunning vaulted wood ceilings.

The spacious primary bedroom invites you to unwind on a luxurious king-size bed, complete with a private en-suite bathroom featuring a shower. Enjoy the convenience of a double closet, TV with Chromecast, and a dedicated workspace. Step out onto your private balcony to take in breathtaking views of the sunken garden, highlighted by terraced lava stone walls and lush tropical fruit trees.

The second bedroom is equally inviting, featuring a California king bed, TV, and ample storage. The spacious second bathroom includes a full-size tub and is stocked with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, and beach towels for your adventures.

Gather in the sunken living room, designed for relaxation and entertainment, with comfortable seating for six and a sleeper sofa that accommodates two. Oversized windows frame picturesque views of the vibrant gardens, making it a perfect spot for movie nights or cozy conversations.

Cook up a feast in the fully equipped kitchen, seamlessly integrated into the great room. It features a full-size refrigerator, electric range, double sink, microwave, toaster oven, and coffee station—all the essentials for culinary creations. We even collect organic waste for off-site composting in our lovely garden.

Embrace the spirit of outdoor living in the spacious carport, which doubles as a dining area, laundry space, and gathering spot. With a dining table for six, washer and dryer, and a clothesline, you’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips.

This home has been thoughtfully updated with new paint, doors, flooring, and fans, ensuring a fresh and inviting atmosphere. While you may spot the occasional friendly insect—an endearing part of island life—the home is professionally treated for your comfort.

Come experience the true essence of Hawaii in this enchanting vacation rental, where relaxation and adventure await!



Property manager

Arthur Pavliska

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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-037-452-2880-01, TA-037-452-2880-01

About the neighborhood

Map
Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 24 min drive - 15.6 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 34 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 38 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kurtistown Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪No. 1 Chinese Barbecue - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Puna ZEN Botanical Garden Retreat near Volcano Nat. Park, Hilo, Kehena Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Puna ZEN Botanical Garden Retreat near Volcano Nat. Park, Hilo, Kehena Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puna ZEN Botanical Garden Retreat near Volcano Nat. Park, Hilo, Kehena Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puna ZEN Botanical Garden Retreat near Volcano Nat. Park, Hilo, Kehena Beach located?

Located in the heart of Keaau, this vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center. Pahoa Museum and Kilauea Caverns of Fire are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Puna ZEN Botanical Garden Retreat near Volcano Nat. Park, Hilo, Kehena Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

We enjoyed this property! It was inviting and felt like we were home. Arthur, the property owner, was an amazing host offering ideas on where to swim and visit. We highly recommend the ZEN Retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We had a great stay at Puna Zen Retreat. It was the perfect place to experience the big island away from the crowds and close to Volcanoes National park, waterfalls, and a wonderful Keaau farmer’s market. Arthur had everything we could have needed during our stay from meal prep to beach gear to recommendations for activities, and the best guidebook waiting on the coffee table. We appreciated all of the small touches like coffee in the pantry, fresh fruit from his trees, and a couple of friendly chats. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

very clean, host was super responsive, felt like home - would definitely rent again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Wonderful gem of a place to stay. Owner was close by friendly and helpful though not intrusive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Quiet beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Great place to stay with your family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Wonderful home. Great location. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great place equipped with everything we needed for our short stay in the area. Loved looking out the windows at the lush vegetation. Conveniently located in between Hilo and Volcano and bear other local places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We were extremely happy with our stay! The house is beautifully taken care of and our hosts were extremely welcoming - brought us fresh fruit several times. Beds were very comfortable and the grounds were absolutely gorgeous. A must stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

This property is fantastic and a great place to stay to experience this side of the Big Island. Everything was wonderful and my whole family loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Spacious home all to oneself, beautifully decorated in tropical decor - and very important, an attached carport - extremely handy when it rains. Set among beautiful tropical landscaping. Items available to borrow: snorkling gear, kayaks, life jackets, beach umbrellas,coolers, etc! Very responsive host lives on grounds. Very much enjoyed stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

After spending 10 days in the business of Oahu, this was the perfect, most peaceful house to relax at. My only regret is we didn't get to stay longer. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious and the living room has a comfortable sleeper sofa as well. Check-in and house instructions were clear and the entire property was beautiful. The house is also located in a quiet neighborhood away from busy streets. This is a great house for families and we hope it's available next time we're back on the Big Island! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

We truly enjoyed our stay. Clean. Two bedrooms. Two bathrooms. Enjoyed watching a movie after a full day of sightseeing. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Loved having space to spread out in this home. Being from Texas we enjoyed the opportunity to sleep with windows open (the house has an A/C unit) but we opted for the natural breeze. We miss the coqui frogs serenading us to sleep and loved them so much we recorded them! Arthur was great with communication and even made it possible for us to check in early. It was an easy drive to Hilo, the Volcanoes National Park and Mauna Kea. We even drove down to Punalu’u black sand beach and South Point. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Everything was exactly as listed. Very cool yard with fruit trees. The temps cooled nicely in the evening so it was comfortable with the fans. Nice to have a washer and dryer too. It was very well organized and had lots of extras, chairs, beach stuff, condiments. The hosts were excellent. Would stay here again if visiting the Hilo area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

This house is amazing! The host was so kind and gave our family a tour of his property upon arrival. The lush gardens with tropical plants and fruit trees really adds to this beautiful home. We felt comfortable and relaxed, as it has all of the amenities needed to feel at home. Close to Hilo where we enjoyed the farmers market, Rainbow Falls and just strolling around. Would highly recommend this property, for all types of travelers, including families with kids. Thank you for sharing this lovely piece of paradise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

Spacious house in decent shape. Location was perfect for us between Volcanos Ntl Park and Hilo. Was not clean to our standards, but not too bad. Host responses immediately to address any concerns. Don't forget to bring ear plugs - frogs sing loudly entire night. Not sure if this is year round on only in spring.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

We stayed at Arthur’s for a week, and enjoyed hearing the tree frogs and rain showers at night and birds in the morning. Easy access to Hilo and Volcanoes NP. Very lush property with beautiful plants. We never used the A/C, as the home was comfortable with just a slight breeze through the screens. The home had plenty of towels, and recreation equipment available such as life vests, snorkeling gear, body boards, etc. Arthur was kind enough to share a fresh avocado with us from the property. We had no needs during our stay, as the home was well-stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Great home for us to use for 2 nights (family of 4 with 2 teenage kids). Windows open the whole time we were there (70's to 80's). Great beach amenities for us to use in the garage. Appreciated Arthur chatting with us one morning and offering us some ideas to see locally and sharing tropical fruits from his trees. Hiked to Shipman's Beach (about a 2.5 mile hike one way and tough terrain) but worth it as we saw turtles swimming in the lagoon and one was up near us on the beach. Noticed the home was a little musty when we first arrived and some dusty windows and cobwebs. Not a deterrent at all but that's why we gave a 4/5 on cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Loved our stay! Down n dirty Wins Location , park like yard, en-suite, dishwasher, big main bath, so many extra outside beach gear, high end comfy bed, option for air (not needed, see below), privacy, labeled lights/remotes Opportunities Washer 10$/load, should be listed so renters don’t count on using it Updated toaster oven Labeling cupboards/drawers Cooler, ice packs 4 ⭐️ for cleaning, was fine but not up to our normal standards Hubby n I flew in to Kona so we had to drive across the island & hence We checked in very late in the dark but thankfully the car port was light up and made it easier to find (since Google stops you next door!). At first we were concerned that the air wasn’t on and everything was open but we soon found out air was not needed. The fresh air and cool breeze was perfect with the ceiling fan. The master bed n pillows were so comfy. The small porch off the master was great to sit on and enjoy coffee and the beautiful yard. We loved the beautiful vibrant colored geckos who came to visit us on the porch and we wanted to tape the frogs so we could play it all night at home! So peaceful. The place is definitely big enough for 2 couples or family of 4.n Plenty of seating and large bathroom n shower with good pressure. Neighborhood was quiet and it was perfect location for us because we wanted to see the volcano park and the Hilo attractions and it was smack in the middle. Gas n groceries nearby. Host very responsive n helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10

Lock box number was not correct on the listing. So had to call owner again. Care taker saw us come after we had a terrible time finding the place and he did not greet us or help us get in. I thought that was very odd. Then the lock box code was written incorrect. The guy complained about a stain on the sheet and charged me 69 dollars. Sent me a text. Was very upsetting to be texted about a stain and charge 69 dollars for a new sheet. Also wanted the dishwasher unloaded and dishes put away. That was not expected. Not real pleased with the owner. So would not recommend this property even though it look nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Hôte très agréable dans une belle résidence. Que du positif!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Nice out door area beautiful yard. It’s easy to get to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo. Host was easily accessible and kind. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022