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

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Escape to a serene countryside retreat with a two-story house surrounded by lush greenery and a balcony.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, bookshelf, and modern appliances.
Enjoy the serene view from this balcony with a lush green landscape, featuring a comfortable bench and a small table.
Chickens roam freely in this rustic barn, offering a glimpse into farm life.
Relax in this inviting room with a large bed, TV, and comfortable chair, offering a balcony with a view of lush greenery.

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 NZ$384
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug

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 manager

Wendy and David Vance

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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 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 transport 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 area

Map
Naalehu, HI

What's nearby

  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Paradise Meadows - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Whittington Beach Park - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Punalu'u Beach - 24 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve - 34 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aloha Mix Food Truck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hana Hou Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rusty's Hawaiian Coffee Booth at Ka'u Farmers Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Punaluu Bake Shop - ‬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 does it cost to stay at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! on 12 Aug 2025 start from NZ$383.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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!?

Checkout 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 miles (15 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nancy S.

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

Our best stay on the island.

Everything about it was exceptional and just our style. Going out on the deck and watching the sunrise over the beautiful landscape in the mornings was so peaceful. (You can see it pretty well from bed too) Simple and artistic architecture and decor. Everything we needed to cook in the kitchen. We didn't get a chance to meet Wendy, but David met us at the gate, was very personable and showed us around and made sure we had everything we needed, A bonus was, he brought us some produce they had grown. He gave us good advice for things to do in the area, (There's plenty) The whole place had a good energy about it, especially knowing all the work they did to reclaim this part of the jungle. If we come back to this island, we would definitely try to stay here. I'd also recommend it to friends. We stayed 4 nights, and could have stayed more. Thanks David and Wendy!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

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

Huijun

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

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

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

John H.

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

Short but sweet

If you like the outdoors you will like this place would have liked to stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

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

Perfect quiet retreat

Off the beaten track was the perfect place to stay while we explored Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. It's quiet and private, and not too far of a drive from restaurants and coffee shops. Wendy and David were excellent hosts. They helped us find the turnoff when we arrived after dark and were easy to contact via text or phone. Overall, this was a relaxing quiet retreat - exactly what we'd hoped for!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Wendy and David’s place is gorgeous! So peaceful and close to South Point. And it’s off the grid—how cool is that!!??
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything about our stay was awesome. The owners were incredibly nice, and the room/kitchen/bathrooms were all very clean and organized. The only disappointment we had was that we only booked a single night.

10/10 Excellent

Roland G., Southern California

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

Southpoint Haven

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

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

Big Island get away

Lovely property. Quiet and secluded Volcano Park, green beach and black sand beach nearby. Gracious and accommodating hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Anchorage, Alaska USA

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

The place you will want to come back to!

We immediately felt welcomed by Wendy and David. It was a delight to meet and greet briefly. The house and the gorgeous surroundings offer true relaxation. Our only regret is that we only had one night here. We are already discussing when we can come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

So peaceful

My partner and I booked this as a staycation to get away for valentines. It was exactly what we had hoped. It was beautiful and quiet. The hosts were accommodating yet gave us plenty of privacy. We will hopefully be returning and for longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

As advertised

No surprises, nice and clean, conveniently located. Friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee G.

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

Treehouse in paradise!

Beautiful spot with the most amazing views of the gorgeous property. Felt like we were in a tropical tree house with everything needed for a perfect overnight stay. Loved every minute of it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Local Gem!

We are locals and have stayed here before. The peace and tranquility is perfect. Having coffee on the lanai and enjoying the beautiful view is awesome! We also love visiting with Tuffy the donkey! :-)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023