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Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
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TV, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.8

Exceptional

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Honokaa, HI
  • Popular LocationHamakua Heritage Corridor1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaipio Valley Lookout7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaipio Beach11 min drive
  • AirportKailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)71 min drive

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Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6
93 sq m
Bedroom 1
    Bedroom 2
      1 queen bed
    Bathroom 1
      Shower

    About this property

    Entire place

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

    Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views



    LATEST NEWS: VOLCANO ERUPTION AND COVID

    (updated 6/28/21)

    THE VOLCANO: The volcano eruption has little effect on our part of the island. The eruption is on the other end of the Island from our location. The trade winds blow most of the smoke to the southern end of the Island and has no impact on us at all. If the trade winds abate, we might temporarily get a little vog (fog plus smog). Otherwise, know that you are safe with us.

    COVID: Beginning March 26, 2022, there will be no COVID-related requirements for arriving domestic passengers. Travelers arriving in Hawaii directly from international airports must still comply with U.S. federal requirements; consult with your airline.

    Keep checking as rules are changing.

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    The View House is the epitome of graciousness, peace, quiet, and privacy. It is a tropical oasis on three acres of manicured grounds, fragrant flowers, and tropical fruit trees. The predominant colors are the crystal-clear blue sky, countless shades of tropical green foliage, and the deep blue-green ocean. The oxygen-rich air reaches the estate untainted over 2500 miles of the Pacific. The sunlight actually sparkles in the air at times. All these elements taken together create a Garden of Eden that you will never want to leave.

    From the large, sweeping lanai (deck), Maui can be seen in the distance across the Pacific. The View House is a lovingly renovated and updated sugar company's employee's house, retaining the feel of a bygone era. Superbly crafted and furnished with tropical bamboo and teak furniture, it offers an elegant and light-filled space.

    All water running into the house comes from deep Island aquifers and is double-filtered and pure. Floors are hardwood and tile. The house features a lovely bathroom with a soaking tub, a large, fully-equipped kitchen with Mexican counter tops, a master bedroom with a queen bed and ocean view, a small bedroom with twin beds and garden view, and a fold-out queen bed in the living room.

    For even deeper relaxation, guests at the View House have exclusive use of our spa. Our infrared sauna, hot tub, and cold tub sit on totally private decks, surrounded by lime and moringa trees. Guests will find an additional shower room and water closet in the adjoining tiled breezeway.

    The View House is our only rental. We are a small, private operation and offer a serene, safe, exceptionally clean environment in “old Hawaii,” off the beaten track. There is one other house on the 3-acre property where the property managers reside. They will be available should you need anything during your stay. The caretaker lives in a small trailer at the far corner of the property.

    We are 4 miles from spectacular Waipio Valley and 4 miles from a historic small “sugar town” with all amenities. We are an hour from Kona and an hour from Hilo, making both sides of the Island accessible. The most common feedback we get is that the home and property are more beautiful than the photos.

    If you are coming to the Big Island in search of beauty, peace, serenity, relaxation, and rejuvenation, you have found what you are looking for! Our part of the island still expresses traditional Hawaiian “Aloha,” and the View House is the culmination of your quest.

    Please Note: The listed price is for two guests per night. There is an additional charge of $15/night per guest over two. For example, 3 total guests would incur a charge of $15 extra per night, 4 total guests would incur a charge of $30 extra per night, and so on…

    Cameras: A camera inside the garage monitors the driveway.

    Keywords: House, Vacation Rental, Private, Spa, Hot Tub, Sauna, Hawaii, Big Island, naturopathic

    Property manager

    Marcel Hernandez

    Languages

    English, Japanese, Spanish

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • Beach towels

    Pool/Spa

    • Sauna
    • Spa tub

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • On-site parking
    • Car required

    Kitchen

    • Fridge
    • Stovetop
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen island
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Blender
    • Cookware/dishes/utensils

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 2 bedrooms
    • Bed sheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 2 bathrooms
    • Hair dryer
    • Outdoor shower
    • Shower only
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • TV
    • DVD player
    • Stereo

    Outdoor areas

    • Balcony
    • Garden

    Laundry

    • Washing machine and dryer
    • Near a laundromat

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property
    • Note from host: There are provisions for smokers in the carport.

    Services and conveniences

    • Iron/ironing board
    • Phone

    Location highlights

    • In the city centre
    • In a rural location
    • Near a hospital
    • In a village

    Things to do

    • Fitness facilities nearby
    • Tennis on site
    • Golf on site
    • Surfing/body boarding nearby
    • Hiking nearby
    • Ecotours nearby
    • Snorkelling nearby
    • Basketball nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Golf nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Whale watching 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • Fire extinguisher

    General

    • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

    Children are welcome
    Note from host: Children love to graze in the orchard.

    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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    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-157-521-5104-02, TA-157-521-5104-02

    We should mention

    A car is required for transport to and from this property

    Property is also known as

    Serene Restored Plantation House With Sweeping Ocean Views

    About the area

    Honokaa

    Located in Honokaa, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Waipio Valley Lookout, while Kahilu Theatre and Keck Observatory are cultural highlights. Hamakua Fudge Shop and Hawaiian Vanilla Company are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

    What's nearby

    • Hamakua Heritage Corridor - 1 min walk
    • Waipio Valley Lookout - 7 min drive
    • Waipio Beach - 11 min drive
    • Hiilawe Waterfall - 24 min drive
    • Mauna Kea Beach - 50 min drive

    Getting around

    • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Tex Drive In & Restaurant - 8 min drive
    • Honokaa Public House - 7 min drive
    • Mauna Kea Tea - 16 min drive
    • Harmoni Foods - 6 min drive
    • Gramma's Kitchen - 6 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views located?

    Located in the heart of Honokaa, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 6 miles (10 km) of Katsu Goto Memorial and Hamakua Fudge Shop. Waipio Valley Lookout and Hiilawe Waterfall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 204 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 204 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 204 reviews" "
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    Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews" "

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    9.4/10

    Amenities

    9.4/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Megan H., Jasper, AL

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Overall great place
    The property was great. Clean. Functional. Comfy. Based on the pictures we were looking for a place a little more away from neighbors and this isn’t that. Neighbors are right close because the property is long and narrow BUT the way the yard is bordered by trees/other plant life you do get privacy. I feel like a picture of the parking area would make the house easier to find so you would know what you are looking for street side.
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Loved it!
    We loved our stay. Lovely hosts - both the owners and the caretaker. Tranquil setting. Well equipped house. Clean hot tub. Nice laundry room. Great location. It was so nice to stay in a vintage plantation style home.
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Robyn M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Peaceful
    What a slice of heaven. We loved walking around the property, listening to the nightlife sounds, having breakfast on the deck with the geckos and the view. The hot tub was an amazing treat after a day of exploring. The hosts and their caretaker were so welcoming and provided a lovely selection of fruits and fresh flowers. We loved this place.
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Rebecca T.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    My family agrees, this house is a keeper for future Hawaii trips!
    Exactly as listed, and more! The house gave us exactly what we needed: quiet location, beautiful grounds, expansive ocean views, a functional and equipped kitchen (including coffee bean grinder for our 100% Kona estate coffee), clean accommodations. It gave us more than what we needed: that infrared sauna (a quiet retreat on a Saturday morning), a hot tub we didn’t get to use and kick ourselves for not making the time, a sweet cat hanging around the property that we fell in love with, and an one of the kindest caretakers we’ve ever met. The summer is the best time for on-property fruit, but outside of summer there are two fantastic fruit stands within a couple of miles.
    Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Scott I., Austin, Texas

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Nice quiet house on the Hamakua cost
    We enjoyed having our breakfast outside on the deck and relaxing in the hot tub at night. We made friends with an orange cat that came to visit each day and is very friendly! Bring a Bluetooth speaker if you enjoy music...
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    ANGELES S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    A Retreat
    Comfortable stay, clean home with all that is needed. Hot tub was nice and clean. Sauna available, but we did not use. Overall would recommend to stay. Very nice and quiet. Peaceful retreat!
    Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Jodi M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    The perfect view to wake up to
    This was the perfect stay on the Big Island! You can’t beat that view!!! We were worried about the location, but even though it meant a bit of a drive everywhere, it was such a peaceful place to come back to after a busy day. The house had everything we needed; beach umbrella, beach chair, boogie boards, a cooler bag, ice packs and more. The house was comfortable and had enough room for the 4 of us to spread out. The hot tub was very relaxing. Host was quick to respond to my message.
    Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Gail S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful
    We had the most wonderful stay at this beautiful home! This home was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our time here! The view of the ocean was beautiful especially from the deck! We thoroughly enjoyed the orchard with oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes! The hot tub was great and very private and clean! We loved it here so much that we’ve booked another stay next year!!! Mahalo!
    Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    JUDY J.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Beautiful view
    We all enjoyed our stay, and the view of the ocean and the orchard out back, was stunning.
    Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Marianne R.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Magical
    The profile photo is so appropriate. Seeing the stars and the Milky Way (our) Galaxy from the hot tub is beyond words! Ask Marcel or Connie to give you a tour of their property. The various fruit and spice trees and bushes are so interesting and delicious. Please note that the 2nd washroom is downstairs en route to sauna and hot tub.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024