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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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.
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Property Registration Number GE-156-911-3088-01, TA-156-911-3088-01
Property # 1274687vb
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
About the area
Keaau
Located in Keaau, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lava Tree State Monument and Kilauea Caverns of Fire. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 31 min drive - 31.4 km
Port of Hilo - 35 min drive - 36.7 km
Rainbow Falls - 38 min drive - 38.6 km
Getting around
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 21 min drive
Bite The Eye - 15 min drive
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - 21 min drive
Nicky's Mobile Cafe - 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.
How much does it cost to stay at Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted on 2 June 2026 start from AU$331, 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.
Is Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Your Very Own Private Hawaiian Resort - Top-Rated, Fully STVR Permitted?
On-site parking is available at the 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
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was probably the best stocked VRBO we have ever stayed in. It was an excellent location in a very quiet area. We totally enjoyed the pool and the outside patio and yard areas. The hosts were very helpful and accommodating… very nice folks for sure. This home was great just for two but would also be excellent for a large family.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Virginia W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thank you for review. We do try to make every one of our guest's visit a special one.
We stayed here 2 years ago and loved it so much we came back for 6 weeks this year. A fantastic place to call home for however long you get to stay. Hope to return again🌴
Janet R.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Feb 2024
Thank you Janet. We try to make sure our guests feel like they are in a home, not just a rental, Please come stay again.
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!
Well stocked home. Peaceful property with close proximity to town and Ocean.
Comfortable beds and relativity clean.
Great pool and bbq area.
Zane S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2022
We are always trying our best for our guests. Your description of our home is very nice, but You only gave us 4-stars? Can you let us know what you felt the shortcomings were?
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.
Frank C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2025
Thank you for your review, We believe all our guests trips to Hawaii should be special, and try to provide the best possible experience. Cheeto volunteers his time as the pet-in-residence to contribute his part.
Spectacular home & property! Definitely a dream come true for us to enjoy a month there. It was our first time using VRBO and this place is 5+ stars. We will certainly be staying there again.
Janet R.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Janet,
Thank you for your review. We work hard to try and ensure our guests have the best, and memorable stay. This is even more challenging when guests stay longer, as as flaws become more noticeable over time. And it is even more rewarding to receive reviews like yours. We hope to see you again.
Was nice place to just relax and get away from rushing around the islands. House is gorgeous and has everything you could need to fix a meal to using the pool to doing nothing.
Nancy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2022
Thank you very much for your review. You have captured the essence of the experience we try to provide our guests - "..nice place to just relax and get away from rushing around the islands. House is gorgeous and has everything you could need to fix a meal to using the pool to doing nothing."
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!
KIMBERLY O.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Kimberly,
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed yourselves.
Richard & Bev Johnson.
Well stocked, lots of privacy, super CLEAN home! Will rent again :)
Heidi B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Richard and Bev Johnson
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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