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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
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, books, stereo
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 from fruit trees, tropical flowers, or garden produce on property. Do not feed chickens, Koi fish, and kitties without host's permission.
Do not ever give out the gate code, or access to the property, to anyone other than those on the reservation. This is a matter of property security.
Additional guests visiting you on the property (not included in reservation) must be approved by the hosts. (Note Rule #2)

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

Map
Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 23 min drive - 22.4 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 27 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 32 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 37 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬10 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. 178 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

melissa b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Dilip S.

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

very beautiful house

Nice yard and beautiful nature's view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

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

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

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

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

David A.

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

Relaxing stay- perfect for 2!

Amazing hospitality and lovely accommodations. The grounds are so relaxing. About a 2 hour drive for big activities on the Kona side, but we got to explore the whole island and thought it was worth the drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 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

10/10 Excellent

Phillipe B.

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

Exceptional Stay with Lovely Hosts and Gorgeous Grounds

We had an absolutely wonderful stay here! The guest house is ideally located just minutes from Volcanoes National Park, making it incredibly convenient for exploring the area. The setting is peaceful, beautiful, and immaculately maintained—with gorgeous landscaping that invites you to slow down and take it all in.The house itself was spotless, private, and extremely comfortable. You can really feel how much thought, care, and love went into every detail—from the tasteful decor to the thoughtful little touches that made us feel so welcome. It’s clear the hosts have poured their hearts into this place.Speaking of the hosts, they were incredibly kind and gracious. Their warmth made the experience even more special. Our kids especially loved meeting the sweet little chicks and strolling through the garden—it was one of their favorite parts of the trip!This was one of the most peaceful and well-cared-for places we’ve ever stayed. We wholeheartedly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David H.

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

Lovely Studio

My wife and I had a great four night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Big Island Tour

Our stay was fantastic, we had everything we needed for our first visit and tour of the island! We are so grateful for the opportunity to stay at the guesthouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bennet S.

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

Stunning

Wonderfully manicured property, Perfect place to spend your evenings after a long day of exploring
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Hilo stay

The property was amazing, beautiful. We enjoyed our stay and visiting with the owners. A great place to stay. A must stay !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great stay!

Although we only stayed for a couple of nights, we had a wonderful stay. There was easily enough room for all four of us and it was stocked with everything we needed - even more than what we were able to take advantage of during our time. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again, and it'd be a great base for exploring the Hilo area longer than we did!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

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

Great place to stay!

My wife and I had an amazing time. The location ended up being perfect for us as we spent most of the time exploring the island. The guesthouse was full of anything we needed and the yard was beautiful. Perfect for our weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa m.

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

Beautiful setting and peaceful. Easy to find and get out into Hilo to enjoy the sights!

Great. We loved the location and the comfort. Felt like a home to come home to.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

devin k.

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

Great stay

The property was beautiful, and the space was comfortable, nicely decorated and well appointed. The variety of outdoor seating and the beautiful Koi pond were excellent. The local recommendations in the guest book were very helpful. Overall a beautiful and relaxing getaway !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianne S.

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

Short family stay

We had a great stay at Jennifer and Jeff’s place. The guest house and grounds are stunning and peaceful. The hosts were friendly and the guest house was well stocked. We only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen O.

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

Wonderful stay!

Jennifer & Jeff are gracious hosts. I was never for want and had zero complaints. It’s a gorgeous property. Grateful I choose the right VRBO during my time on the Big Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely gardens, cute clean little cottage with all of the amenities. Jeff and Jennifer were great hosts and very informative about the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Fantastic stay

We had a great time. The house is very comfortable with everything you need. We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and being close enough to Hilo without being too close. Excellent hosts and we will be back eventually.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023