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Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$

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Located in Hilo, Surfrider HILO VACATION RENTAL HOME offers a tranquil retreat with full ocean views and outside seating overlooking south Hilo bay. Enjoy classic Hawaiian architecture with modern conveniences like free use of kayak, stand up paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel gear and Cable Wifi. Explore nearby Richardson’s Beach Park for the best snorkeling in East Big Island or visit local markets and shops.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

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

Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$

Welcome to “Surfrider” HILO VACATION RENTAL HOME:
Overview:
Get the best Hilo location without paying more. Compare walking out your door to snorkel with turtles to any other house. All this and a Hilo location just minutes from Downtown. Stay in a well landscaped home that is maintained to avoid mosquitos. Enjoy almost half an acre across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. One of the 7 stops of the Hop-on Hop-off bus tours. Take out the kayak and learn to stand up paddle board. NEED MORE SPACE? Message us about our other 4 homes within 9 doors of each other.

Vacation Rental Highlights:
• Large, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Lower den area also has sleeping arrangements. Sleeps 8 with two king beds, two twin beds a day bed and trundle bed (both with standard twin mattresses)
• 3.5 miles from Downtown Hilo, on south Hilo bay, 5 miles from Hilo Airport
• East Hawaii’s best snorkeling across the street at Richardson’s Beach Park.
• Free Kayak, paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel equipment, booties.
• Full ocean views, outside seating, fruit trees, parking.


Description:
• Why settle for a house away from the water? This house is right across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. Home of the best snorkeling in East Big Island. Hilo offers few places to enjoy the ocean. These special places are always beach parks.
• Classic Hawaiian architecture with modern conveniences.
• Outside seating on deck overlooking south Hilo bay. Patio with large table and 6 chairs in front.
• House includes free use of kayak, stand up paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel gear.
• House is completely stocked. Everything you need for cooking, plenty of towels, soap, shampoo, hair dryers. Ironing board/Iron, playpen, highchair and Cable Wifi.
STVR: 19-359743, NUC: 19-1363

Rooms:
• Living Room – Large couch and love seat with direct ocean views. Flat screen T.V. with Amazon Fire and Netflix for a huge selection of viewing options. Books and games for family fun. Cable Wifi.
• Kitchen – Everything you need. Coffee maker, blender, toaster, rice cooker, pots/pans. Lots of cooking tools. Large oven/range. View of Richardson’s Beach Park across living room out to the ocean.
• Bedrooms #1 – Same level as living room/kitchen. Bedroom has a king bed, night stands, dresser and ocean view. Ceiling fans in each bedroom.
• Bedroom #2: Same level as living room/kitchen and across from Bedroom #1.
There is a batroom in between. Two twin beds with nightstand in between. Garden views at the back of the house.
• Den below the main house with external entrance. Just off of the driveway and behind laundry area. This room has a king bed, day bed and trundle. Night stands and connected bathroom.
• Main Bathroom: Shares the upper floor with the two bedrooms and living area. Bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths, hair dryer, shampoo and soap provided.
• Lower Bathroom: Part of den area. Shampoo, soaps and paper goods, towels, hair dryer provided.

Activities:
There is more to do in and around Hilo than any town on any of the Islands. It just isn’t well advertised because there aren’t resorts to promote the area.

• Waterfalls - Boiling Pots, Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Waipi’o Valley
• Gardens – Hawaiian Botanical Gardens, Lili’uokalani Park and Gardens, Nani Mau Gardens, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens.
• Museums – Lyman’s historical and geological museum and The Tsunami museum. Both in downtown Hilo.
• Beach Parks – Richardson’s Beach Park, Onekahakaha Beach Park (the calmest), Carlsmith Beach Park, Reed’s Bay, Lehia Park. Punalu’u Beach Park and Whittington Park.
• Volcanic sights: Volcano National Park, Thurston lava tube, Kaumana Caves State Park, Pahoa transfer station, Live lava bike/hike tours in Kalipana Viewing area.
• Markets and shops: Hilo Farmer’s Market, Maku’u Farmer’s Market, Hilo Coffee Mill, Ka’u Coffee Mill, Volcano Winery and Mehana Brewery, Hilo Candy Company, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut and Punalu’u Bake Shop
• Other – Hilo Zoo, Palace Theatre

Modern Hilo:
• Shop large stores for all your supplies. Just a quarter mile above the Hilo airport is a Walmart, Target, newer Safeway, mall with modern movie theater and cute stores.
• Looking for familiar fast food? In the same area is a Burger King, Panda Express and Starbucks. Just up the street on the north side is a Subway, Jack in the Box, McDonalds and Domino’s Pizza.

According to Hawaii Vacation Rental ordinances, all vacation renters agree to the following if this property is booked:
1. Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM during which time the noise from the short term vacation rental shall not unreasonable disturb adjacent neighbors.
2. Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
3. Guest vehicles shall be parked within the designated onsite parking area.
4. Failure to comply with the Good Neighbor policy states above will be construed to be a violation.
5. No commercial events shall take place at the property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
No cleaning required. That is what you paid your cleaning fee for. Please leave windows open. Safe travels.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
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 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-102-026-6496-01, GE-102-026-6496-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Keaukaha, a neighbourhood in Hilo. Hilo Art Museum and Wailoa Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Pacific Tsunami Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Gilbert Carvalho Park. Scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Port of Hilo - 10 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ken's House of Pancakes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Verna's Drive In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ka Lihikai - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Big Island Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$ located?

This family-friendly Hilo holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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