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Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted

Holiday home in Keaau with private pool and kitchen

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Large covered lanai with outdoor kitchen and dining - lap pool in the background
The 12X40 foot salt pool is perfect for relaxing or exercise.
Private kitchen
A real gourmet kitchen, fully equipped.
The indoor dining area seats 6. A 65" TV is fed by DIRECTV with HBO and Showtime

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6155.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Keauu, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted

Situated facing east to catch the prevailing tradewinds, as well as the morning sunrise, and evening moonrise, the top-rated Hale Ke Kua (Tradewinds House) is a memorable way to relax, unwind and enjoy East Hawaii. Situated on a full acre only 400 yards from the ocean, you can hear the surf break, the whales sing, while enjoying the privacy that only comes with an one house on an entire acre.

Built in 2016, this 3-bedroom 2-bath home offers all the quality and amenities you would need for a great experience, from the high-end stainless appliances and cookware in the kitchen, dining tables for six in the house and on the lanai, 65" TV with Amazon Firestick streaming, as well as a 50" TV in the master suite. The Wi-Fi is 400Mbit+ via Hawaii Telecom, and there is a computer desk, second monitor and mesh office chairs in the 3rd bedroom. There are dual facing loveseats in the living room, and luxurious memory foam mattresses in the individually decorated bedrooms indoors. On the 400 ft2 covered lanai, are a couch, chairs, and seating and dining for six plus an outdoor kitchen, complete with an undercounter refrigerator, sink and Weber gas grill - permanently plumbed into the house propane - no tanks to fill.

Without leaving the property a 12' X 40' salt-water lap pool, outdoor shower, and even a regulation size bocce ball court are just outside the doors.

Less than 30 minutes to south is Pohoiki Beach - the newest beach on earth, a 1/2 crescent of black sand. A must see, along with the Crater at Kilauea. If time and weather align, a guided tour to the top of 13,900 foot Mauna Kea will provide views, a sunset and stargazing experiences available nowhere else on Earth.

We are located about 12 miles south of Hilo, and 10-12 miles by air north of the 2018 Leilani Estates eruption in Lava Zone 1. We are in Lava Zone 3 : 1-5% of Zone 3 has been covered since 1800. We are upwind from the volcanoes, and the tradewinds blow any volcanic gasses away from us. We are also in the HPP 'Banana Belt', receiving about half the annual rainfall of Hilo while typically being 2-4 degrees warmer.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Smoking in house forfeits all damage deposit.
As a lap pool with a depth of 4 - 5 ft, absolutely no diving is allowed. Children under 12 and non-swimmers must always be accompanied by an adult.
All guests, regardless of age, must be registered. Any unregistered guests will be charged normal nightly rates, deducted from the damage deposit.
Social event over10 persons, smoking on the property or interfering with security cameras violates your rental agreement and forfeits damage deposit.

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
Property Registration Number GE-156-911-3088-01, TA-156-911-3088-01

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. University Theater and University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace Theater and S. Hata Building. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
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Keauu, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 32 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 35 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Port of Hilo - 36 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 41 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 41 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Poppy - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Fantastic family getaway!

Our family absolutely enjoyed this house and the location. The house was exactly as described and had everything we needed for our 7 day stay. The pool and lanai were the highlights and the beds were very comfortable. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette K.

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

Nice stay in Hilo

We had a lovely stay at Paradise park. We definitely embraced Lanai Living! House was well stocked with everything we need. The pool was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY O., Long Beach, CA, USA

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay at this well appointed home. It had everything we needed for our Hawaiian getaway. The pool was huge and warm. We had BBQ’s almost every night. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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

A fantastic place to relax!

We were so lucky to have found this house! We were visiting family in the area and it was exactly what we were looking for: near the ocean, great pool, really well appointed, and very comfortable! The property is really well maintained and has everything anyone could need for a relaxing vacation! We'd absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting that side of the island and stop definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Lovely home!

We had a great stay! The house was accurately described. We really appreciated the recommendation to eat at the Rim restaurant. We went for our anniversary and the sunset and view or the caldera was amazing!!! Thank you, again for allowing us to stay in your lovely home.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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

Lovely stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this house. We were there for 8 days and could’ve stayed longer. We had a great time exploring the area, which is off the beaten path and gave us a good taste of local life. We loved the maku’u farmers market on Sunday. The house was very functional- clearly the owners live here part time and have the place set up so that you have everything you. The picture don’t do it justice.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONALD & DIANE S., Keaau, HI

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

Wonderful home.

Wonderful well detailed home & property. Salt water pool & bbq area fantastic. Short walk to ocean cliffs for morning & evening strolls. Loved sitting on lanai with our morning coffee. Such a beautiful view, private and quiet retreat. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Excellent

We enjoyed this vacation house and pool very much. It was clean and had everything we needed during our stay. This is a very well kept property. Be aware that there is not AC here though. It was still comfortable for the most part throughout our stay with the fans available.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Love our stay at Hale Ke’Kua!

The host was very responsive and helpful. The property was beautiful and exactly as described! I looked forward to returning to the lanai, outdoor cooking area, and pool after each day's adventures. The kitchen was well appointed, the house comfortably with plenty of room for my family, and the location was great for everything on the easy side of the island. Couldn't have been any happier with this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Serene and Peaceful

My daughter and I spent time at this fabulous property which had it all! The pool was a bonus. The way home was built to catch the trade-winds was appreciated. No forced air needed! We ate at the top 3 restaurants on your list- yummy. We hiked from home to Makuu point and down the lava many times. We used the BBQ to cook local beef and fish and relax in the lanai. Quiet and beautiful area! Thank you for having us-
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Short Stay Near Hilo

The house is easy to get to and seems to be in a nice neighborhood. Unfortunately it rained the entire time so we weren't able to use the pool but we were able to sit out on the lanai which was nice. It was great to have a washer/dryer to use. The house was warm after a day of being closed up even with the rain. Hilo doesn't seem to have the tradewinds like over in Kona. We did ask about the weather and it seems the amount/timing of the rain was uncommon. Overall a nice place.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert S.

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

Family Holiday Getaway

The property was beautiful, the amount of supplies and games it was stocked with was amazing. You literally don’t have to bring anything but your change of clothes. My family enjoyed staying in instead of going out. It was the perfect place to spend the Thanksgiving holiday with my adult kids especially with my son being back home from the military and getting to spend his 1st holiday with his family since he was deployed for 6 years and for all my adult kids to enjoy one another. They loved all the games and the pool and always had something to do. The property was clean and amenities was well provided. It’s in a quiet neighborhood away from noise and very peaceful. We are already planning our next trip as we didn’t have enough time to tour the island since we stayed in most of the time lol! This has been the best I’ve seen so far 😃
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Jan.2024

We usually stay with family during our visits to the Big Island, but this time we decided to venture out on our own. I searched and searched for the perfect place. The reviews are what helped me decide. That being said... EVERYTHING was PERFECT!! We usually would go to Walmart or Target to get little knickknacks we may need for our stay... This time we didn't need to. I was amazed... The house was fully stocked of the essentials needed for a perfect getaway. There were a few times I needed to get in touch with our Host. Communication was phenomenal. The house was very clean and very well decorated and planned. I didn't want to leave!!! If allowed to, we have found our perfect getaway spot for our next visit to the Big Island and would definately recommend staying here!! You will not be disappointed. Thank you so much Mr. & Mrs. Johnson for everything!! Aloha!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect stay in paradise! There's seriously everything you could need, just pack clothes! Thank you Richard and Bev! You helped make this one of the best family vacations yet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla M.

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

Relaxing getaway

This place was soo clean & organized. It had EVERYTHING down to pots, pans, spices condiments. Super luxury kids had a blast the pool was beautiful and we loved the outdoor lanai which we spent most of our time. Thank u for letting us enjoy our stay here will definitely be back for sure gonna make this a yearly trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Gathering for a wedding

We came to attend our son’s wedding. This property met our needs perfectly. The property was well equipped to make it feel like a home away from home. I especially loved listening to Hawaiian music on the lanai. We would rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danita T.

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

Tropical, Secluded, Secure, and Relaxing Home

This tropical getaway home is a perfect VRBO rental for a family or couple visiting the Pahoa/Hilo area. The home has everything you need, including a wonderful refreshing pool. All you need is your clothes and groceries. The home has a security system and locking entrance gates. Even an extra friendly cat to greet you when you come and go!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

paula G.

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

Perfect Paradise

The hosts did an excellent job communicating and making sure their home had everything you need to enjoy your stay (ok coffee drinkers please know you have the Keurig or a French Press with coffee grinder). The house, grounds and pool are just beautiful. Great place to stay to see East side of island, Hilo and Volcano so close! I’d love to come back here!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

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

Terrific. place

We thoroughly enjoyed staying here. The home is beautifully decorated and accommodating. The pool is a real plus as well. We come to the big island from time to time and, if possible, we'll stay here in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

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

Hawaiian Paradise

Hawaiian Paradise was the name of the area of the house and the house lived up to the name. Beautiful interior and exterior with a fabulous pool. Lanai had everything we needed including bbq, fridge, and sink. Also included was a local cat, Cheeto, who was as friendly as can be. Our week here was the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

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

Comfortable and fully stocked for amazing homemade meals on the lanai. Great home base for cycling!

Great property and exactly as described. Private and secure with a wonderful outdoor space. We spent 5 of our 7 evenings exploring and trying the recipes cleverly provided by our house hosts. (They were all pretty awesome!). We enjoyed eating and coking on the lanai. The pool was pretty great as well. Very comfortable beds, the house is well furnished, clean, neat and super comfortable. The location of the house is just a few blocks from the shore line, with great views. We got up early enough ti catch the sunrise on a few mornings.We brought our road cycles and rode directly from the house for some pretty epic rides along the old government trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

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

Kea’au Stay

The house was a bit out of the way but worth it. A beautiful, clean home with a nice salt water pool! It had all we needed to make meals. The beds were comfy too. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia W.

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

Great family vacation

Beautiful, well maintained, well stocked home. Even had flashlights to borrow to walk through Kaumana Caves lava tubes. The welcome pack booklet is very detailed and helped with so much. I am a cat lover and they even had provided some cat food for a couple of local cat visitors. One of whom was quite friendly, we all enjoyed petting him when he came around.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

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

Beautiful Modern House in Paradise

A truly wonderful home in paradise. Great indoor and outdoor spaces for hanging out, dining, grilling and swimming. The modern kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. Comfortable bed and we slept well at night. Quiet location great for exploring the east side of the Big Island. Easy to communicate with hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra O.

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

Outstanding Accommodation!

This was the finest place we’ve ever stayed in while in the islands. We all appreciated the upscale furnishings and appliances. Loved the silky-feeling water in the pool. Thank you for all your thoughtful details and care provided! We did not need to communicate with the property manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Richard and Bev Johnson

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We are a retired couple from Anacortes, WA. My wife is a retired school psychologist and I am was a technology architect for a Fortune 100 company. We visited all the major Hawaiian Islands before deciding on the Big Island and have no regrets. The sheer size of the island means you don't get 'Island Fever', and the less urban environment combined with a more relaxed pace of life make every visit here a joy.

Why they chose this property

It was our plan from the beginning to spend 3-4 months a year here, and share the experience with others the rest of the time. Because of that, the house was built and furnished to the same level as of our mainland house. You can see that in the cabinetry, the quartz counters, the furnishings. We have a well with 5 micron filtration and UV sterilization instead of a catchment system, unlike most houses here, so water is never an issue. We like to shop the farmers markets and the world-famous Suisan fish market, as well as enjoy the occasional Hawaiian grass-fed steak, so we made sure we had a fully equipped kitchen for whatever cuisine you like.

What makes this property unique

With a 40-foot lap pool, either just cooling off, or getting in a little exercise is just steps away from the covered lanai. It's safe to say you'll spend a good deal of time here, because it also is a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with refrigerator, Weber Genesis grill with sidecar burner, and sink with hot and cold water. And although all the landscaping isn't fully grown in yet, we hope to have lemons, limes, and papayas, and eventually have bananas, oranges, figs, mangoes, and avocadoes. There's even a regulation Bocce-ball court for some competitive fun for all ages.

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