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Family Friendly Home, with a Man Cave!

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Exterior
Television
Games room
Games room
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Family Friendly Home, with a Man Cave!

Traveling with the family or taking time for yourself, you'll love coming home to this beautiful home. Three bedrooms each with their own ensuite custom marble bathroom. Just a short walk to the Makuu cliffs to watch the whales go by. The Asian inspired decor is stunning. I have collected art throughout Asia and you are sure to enjoy the many carvings and paintings. The "Man Cave" has a giant flat screen TV, pool table, dart board and more. The home is on one acre and I live in a cottage on property. The landscaped property has many fruit trees for you to "pick" from. I have bikes for your use to explore the area.
The home is located in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision. Centrally located to the airport, 20 minutes, lava flow 30 minutes and Volcano National Park 30 minutes.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number TA-017-332-0192-01, GE-017-332-0192-02

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Keaau

Keaau is home to this holiday home. University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center and University Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 34 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 38 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Port of Hilo - 38 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 43 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 44 min drive - 41.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Poppy - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪No 1 BBQ Chinese - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pahoa Fresh Fish - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Home, with a Man Cave! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Home, with a Man Cave!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Home, with a Man Cave!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Home, with a Man Cave! located?

Situated in Keaau, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 9 miles (15 km) of Hawaiian Beaches Park and Pahoa Museum. Lava Tree State Monument is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 218 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

Family Vacation!

This was a wonderful place to stay. Worked well for our large family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ARTUR P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We like to travel a lot and this was the best house so far. The house is amazing. Check-in was quick and easy. We were able to drop off our luggage before check in time which was very helpful. Bedrooms are very spacious. We were able to pick a lot of different fruits in the yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication
no air conditioning was big disappointment. It made sleep much less comforting. Even if it were only one bedroom would have been a big improvement. By last day, bugs accumulated and made jet tub look very uninviting. space was very good and kitchen was very good. Location was not accomodating for beach activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay when in Hilo. Has everything you need to keep everyone entertained even when you are at the property. Billiards, dart board and basketball hoop kept the kids busy. Also, had bikes to ride to go to the beach nearby and tour the neighborhood. But the best thing about this place was that you can try the fruits from the trees in the backyard. Bananas, pineapples, strawberry guavas and passion fruits. Very delicious!Howard was a great host as he was very accommodating and answered all our questions and was very friendly when I went over to meet him. We would stay here again if we ever go back to Hilo.Mahalo plenty!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vacation

Property is beautifully landscaped with fruit on the property. The house is large. Offering lots of space to stretch out. I appreciated the provided amenities such as bikes, snorkel gear, and toiletries.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

Lots of space

Beautiful house with plenty of space. Outdoor equipment (bikes, surfboards etc) available. The neighborhood was nice and an easy walk to the ocean, but a bit of a drive to get to a town for groceries and supplies. Good communication and suggestions from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ngan T.

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

Beautiful house for vacation and retreat

The place is located in a quiet and peaceful area. It is only about 20 minutes from Hilo. The place is amazingly beautiful and spacious. It is filled with arts the owner collecting from traveling many places in the world. The house is fully equipped for both short-term and long-term stay. The garden is beautiful with many fruit trees to admire. Highly recommend for travelers/visitors looking for quietness, peace, and nature beauty.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

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

Great property

Great property. Lots of room. Clean, quiet, easy check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bill G.

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

Good place to stay.

This is not the place for everyone, but an excellent place if you read what the host describes.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasi C.

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

Honeymoon Stay

Howard set up the place with beautiful little gifts for our honeymoon. The property is gorgeous and Howard is very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha C.

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

Stay

great house , no A/C but we did not read it when we booked !! we realized we did not need it but still
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

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

Gorgeous

Amazing house with tons of space and a fantastic yard with plenty of privacy, fruit trees and close to the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Event

Family and friends had a wonderful place to stay during our family event
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

House in the gardens

It was nicely nestled close to Maku’u point and plenty of fruit to eat in property. Spacious home perfect for family with older kids or multiple adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake H.

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

Great hideaway on Hilo side of Island

Spacious, clean, furnished "home" located in quiet area. Host very responsive to inquiries and requests. Fully furnished with sports equipment. Property full of fauna that produces fruit (albeit we were there at low season) One drawback - house is located some time from Hilo (depending on traffic) so plan your excurstions accordingly
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Perfect!

What a great home to base out of for our family adventures! We were so comfortable and loved everything about this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juls p.

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

Tranquility in Paradise

the house is amazing everything you need for a relaxing vacation on the big island thank you Howard you rock five stars
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B., Lowell, AR

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

Quite Stay w/ Views

Quite stay with beautiful views just a bike ride away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antonius C.

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

Phenomenal House

My family enjoyed the stay and the location! So many fruit trees to pick from and the home is upkept!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel P.

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

Amazing Place

Me and my family loved the location it was in, fruit trees on the property and very close to a local spot you can go visit that's beautiful for fishing and just relaxing at.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron N.

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

Ron

Like being in the Garden Of Eden…minus the bad outcome!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great Stay

Great property. Beautifully landscaped. Plenty of room to move around.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Great stay

Beautiful property, accurate to listing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

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

Paradise

We all really enjoyed ourselves. Such a peaceful setting in a tropical paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

jozef d.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

nice place

good and nice property, enough info about what to do in the neighbourhood
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Howard Grant

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My name is Howard and I am a contractor on the Big Island. I built this home for myself and 2 sons. The house was a labor of love and did almost all the work myself. My sons are now grown and have families of their own and I felt that it was time to share my home with other travelers. I live in a cottage on the back of the property so I can give my guests privacy when they need it and assistance with questions or issues that may come up. I want to make sure your time on the Big Island is special.

Why they chose this property

This area is the "sunshine belt" of the East side. Walking distance to the ocean and some great fishing spots. Mostly its quiet and private.

What makes this property unique

Each bedroom has its own custom bath. I bought most of the tiles and cabinetry and art during my travels in Asia.

Languages:

English

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