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Jungle Cottage: Watch Whales

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A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A porch with a wooden bench and a doormat.
A swimming pool with a person in a red inflatable ring.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, wooden furniture, and a sofa with floral upholstery.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a lamp.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Jungle Cottage: Watch Whales

2 bedroom one bath Ohana Cottage. Pool, gardens
Nestled behind the main house, the two bedroom Ohana cottage comes with a carport, fully equipped kitchen and its own lanai with an ocean view.

The Ohana cottage has one room with a king-size bed, one room with a queen-size bed, and a queen-size pull-out couch in the living room. The Ohana will comfortably accommodate five people. Other amenities include cable television, DVD and CD player, games, washer and dryer, fully equipped kitchen, microwave and barbecue grill. The Ohana also features wireless internet connection. Children of all ages are welcome. Kitchen in main house is not shared.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We also have a 2 bedroom suite and a studio.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We are a no smoking property with a $200 fine

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-081-449-6256-01, GE-081-449-6256-01
Property # 2125871vb
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
Note from host: We also have a 2 bedroom suite and a studio.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Palace Theater and S. Hata Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Pahoa Museum - 20 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 24 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Prince Kuhio Plaza - 26 min drive - 29.9 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lava Thai Food - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Peppercorn Spice House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Countryside Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jungle Cottage: Watch Whales pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jungle Cottage: Watch Whales?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jungle Cottage: Watch Whales?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jungle Cottage: Watch Whales?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jungle Cottage: Watch Whales located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of Pahoa Museum, Kilauea Caverns of Fire and Ha'ena Beach. Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory and Lava Tree State Monument are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication

Welcoming hosts.

Decently located for access to various sites. The bungalow was comfortable enough, but felt tight for a family of 4 and needs some updates. There was barely any space for putting clothing away. And the kitchen lacks some essentials (serving bowls, for ex.), but also felt crowded. Erich and Susie were very nice and welcoming. They bought the place a year ago and perhaps are instituting some upgrades (the couch a previous user complained about has since been upgraded with a comfortably new sleeper). But more upgrades could be made (new porch furniture would be great).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
Aloha Carey! Thank you for the honest review and I am glad you enjoyed the Ohana Cottage (bungalow). The cottage is 750 SF and is advertised as that. Sorry you felt crowded and tight. Both bedrooms do have full sized closets with shelving for clothes so guests can unpack. And you are correct, we are updating the cottage. Its difficult to get patio furniture this time of year on the island and it is a top priority for us when we can get it without paying double for shipping. That old plastic table has got to go! LOL. Looks like the mixing bowl set got misplaced and we will do an inventory in the kitchen so, thank you for the heads up. Last month we added the beautiful handmade chocolate mango kitchen table and chairs, a comfortable sofa sleeper, new hawaii themed pictures, new bedside lamps, new Hawaiian bedspreads and sheets, put a new fresh coat of paint on the lanai, updated the flower beds and added the hardwood patio chairs and cushions. The kitchen has new compact florescent lighting that is super bright, and most of the utensils are new.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get away

A good location on the East side of the island. It was very clean. The property owners were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place. Great Location

This property was exactly what we were looking for. Great location: short walk to the ocean, 1 hour to the volcano, 1 hour to our Zipline. Great Place: hosts were very friendly and accommodating, free light breakfast in the morning on the deck overlooking the ocean. Very clean. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and Quiet

Thank you Erich and Susie for a beautiful weekend stay. We had a great time! The Jungle Cottage was perfect. It was set back on the property just enough for us to have privacy-peace and quiet- yet could still have fun-laughing, joking, being a little noisy. The continental breakfasts were perfectly delicious, and the pool was clean, refreshing, and fun! (We actually spent four hours just swimming). We wished we could have stayed longer and didn't want to leave; w will definitely come back. My one suggestion for you would be to include in your advertisement beautiful shots of the morning sunrises that your quests could view early in the morning (since you can't do sunsets) Thank you again for the great weekend, The Coconut Hat Holoholo Crew
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Near Volcano Natl Park.

The outdoor deck, grounds and covered parking were very nice. It was more like camping than a comfortable stay however. The original couches and cushions from 30 years ago (or more) are still there with holes etc. Decor has not been updated in 30-40 years. We found more than five bugs (looked like roaches) scurrying on countertops. Ledges above doors never dusted and we found this out because my daughter locked bedroom door and could not get out for an hour! Drain in tub is very slow. Breakfast consisted of bagels, fruit and juice, no protein. Good coffee and nice water cooler for guest use. Owners are super friendly and communicative. but I was so uncomfortable sleeping on old mattresses and sitting on couches that I had to put a sheet over the couch, My flight was delayed and we were not able to stay the first night but $ not refunded. Nice people, but couch is not sleepable if you have another person.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2021
We enjoyed Marty and her kids. She was friendly and interesting. Marty did inform us about possible roaches and we got our professional exterminator out as soon as she left. They were not roaches... rather soldier beetles. Here in the jungle if you leave the screen door open, bugs can get in. We do understand about the old couches (15 years old) and have them on order from the mainland. We just reopened after purchasing Ala Kai BnB and are having a difficult time getting all our furniture orders filled with COVID delays and shipping problems. Sadly Marti's daughter locked herself in the bedroom and the door lock got stuck. The lock has been replaced. After an inspection of the tub drain, it appears that the drain lever was not open and was functional. We are very proactive about our guests / maintenance and would love Marti and family to come back for another visit. Erich and Suzy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful staycation

This B&B was an amazing find! I opted out of the breakfast part because we were staying in the ‘ohana house (that’s nestled in the back of the main house) and has its own kitchen. My kids were still doing online classes and the wifi held with no glitches! Erich and Suzy were great hosts! I would highly recommend!! They also have 2 other options if you’re not traveling with a family. MAHALO!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2021
We really enjoyed meeting you and your family! Please come back and stay with us again. Thanks for taking such great care of the cottage. The place looked great when you left. Mahalo Erich and Suzy

About the host

Hosted by Erich and Suzy Zipse

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Suzy is a retired teachers aid who spent many years supporting kids K though 3rd grade. She spends her time exploring the Islands, snorkeling and enjoying the islands rain forests. She is well known for her wonderful breakfasts at the B&B. Erich is a retired real estate investor who specialized in rehabilitating commercial property. He spends his time maintaining the B&B, SCUBA diving, bike riding and reading.

Slash, the B&B tuxedo cat, is the official greeter cat and butler. He loves greeting our guests and welcoming them to our rain forest home and watching the waves break from the lanai.

Why they chose this property

The minute we saw Ala Kai B&B we knew it was our dream home. It is located in an amazing rain forest with tropical gardens across from the street from the ocean. The main home has a wrap around lanai (porch) that is ideal for social gatherings where we can watch whales, dolphins and turtles. The Ohana Cottage is quiet, private and located in a manicured garden.

What makes this property unique

Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast offers a unique experience on the rugged Puna Coast in one of the best neighborhoods in East Hawaii. Hike Kaloli Point, stunning Shipment Beach, lava fields. Visit the amazing Red Road and warm pools and black Sand Beaches. Drive Governments Beach Road to see verdant rainforest on the beaches. Dine in quaint Pahoa at Keleao's for excellent food and old Hawaii ambiance. Visit the Volcanoes National Park and fern forests. Hilo has excellent dinning and snorkeling. There is nearby botanical gardens and zoo. Relax by our pool filled with the softest rainwater. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast on the Main House Lanai. We have snorkel gear available.

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