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Home Sweet Home

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A sign for Nanaudle Estates with a grassy foreground and lush greenery in the background.
A green-roofed building with a covered patio, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A room with a green wall, a round glass table, and four brown chairs.
A cozy living room with a wooden sofa, a black ottoman, and a television on a wooden stand.
A covered outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, a decorative vase, and a lattice screen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Pahoa, HI
  • Place, Lava Tree State Monument
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Star of the Sea Painted Church
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Living room

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Home Sweet Home

Stay in this Charming, Quiet & Private, 2 Bed/2 Bath Home Near Beaches and Adventure!

This lovely 2 bedroom/ 2 bath home is ready for you and your family! You will love the fully equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, full range stove, microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, & toaster. Hardwood floors run throughout the entire home beneath exposed, vaulted wood ceilings! Snuggle up in clean and cozy king size bed or hang out on the front porch in perfect temperatures and admire native Hawaiian rainforest trees and jungle canopy. Featuring wireless internet, county water and covered lanai. Live like a local while visiting the exotic paradise of your dreams!


Located on a quiet street in the Nanawale subdivision near the historic town Pahoa (5 min.), explore the active volcano, Kilauea, (30 min.), or venture into Hilo Town (25 min. drive).

***Disclosure*** Home is located in the tropic/forest environment and therefore roaches, ants, lizards etc is part of life. Guest and their friend/family agree to use the unit at their own risk. All humanly effort has been taken to insure the safety, enjoyment of guest and their family/friends. By using subject unit, guest will hold harmless the host/owner of any injury, unpleasant experience or act of god.

STVR #19-363309 NUC #19-1413

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Quite Time is from 8:00 pm to 7:00 am. Smoking is allowed outside the home
There are roaches and other bugs. Home is located in a rain forest. Bugs are a part of life
Guest are to use the premise at their own risk. Guest agrees to hold the owner harmless because of acts of god and other injuries.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GE-200-964-7104-01, TA-200-964-7104-01
Property # 561610vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

About the area

Pahoa

Located in Pahoa, this holiday home is near the beach. 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 Mackenzie State Park and Lava Tree State Monument. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Pahoa, HI

What's nearby

  • Lava Tree State Monument - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Pahoa Museum - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Star of the Sea Painted Church - 18 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Hawaiian Beaches Park - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Kehena Beach - 25 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Marzo's Country Sports Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home Sweet Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Home Sweet Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home Sweet Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home Sweet Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home Sweet Home located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Lava Tree State Monument and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Pahoa Museum. Hawaiian Beaches Park and Hobby Garden Hawaii are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stay was as expected
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Al G.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed this home during our lengthy stay. I would recommend this home to anyone visiting the big island.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Loved it!

Lovely home away from the crowds
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nikita S.

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

Weekend Stay

Attended a weekend family function nearby & this property made us feel like we were at home. Spacious inside & out and basic daily supplies were provided. Thank you for a relaxing weekened.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim S.

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

Wonderful experience in nanawali

Great
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorie T.

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

Jungle Joy

The property was lovely, with many personal touches. Thank you for the comfortable king size bed! We especially enjoyed that we could literally see the jungle out of every window and the coquis serenaded us to sleep every night!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marvin R.

Very nice and reasonably priced!

Lucena and Nestor made us feel like family. The house is nestled away in a rainforest like setting and stays very cool. It is clean, functional, and very nice. Has everything you need to feel right at home. Enjoyed our stay and our new Ohanas! Mahalo.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Marvin and his lovely family has been a dream come true guest. They have left my unit clean as can be. We truly enjoy meeting this lovely family and happy that they too have decided to call Hawaii home. We are looking forward to having our paths cross again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dennis g.

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

Very comfortable home in a quite neighborhood

My wife and I stayed seven nights in this property during our trip to Hilo. It was perfect for our needs. Easy access to the Belt Road (HWY 11) and Hilo. Well equipped kitchen, spacious living room, large master bedroom with a comfortable bed and two bathrooms. Plenty of room for a family with kids. We would certainly stay here again when we return to Hilo.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Peaceful house

This house was very peaceful and lovely for our 2 week stay. We had plenty of room for 3 people. The fans kept us cool enough when we were at the house. If you are trying to get to Hilo in the morning or back from Hilo in the afternoon (on weekdays), be aware of serious rush hour traffic.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Can't beat it for the money

The house was great for my friend and me who were meeting from distant places. Two full bedrooms and two full bathrooms, a very well-equipped kitchen, and a screened porch. We were completely satisfied with our stay. The property manager was very responsive and pleasant. The island is beautiful, and I really doubt you can find a less expensive place to stay that would equal the space and amenities.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

Highly Recommended

Great location: 30 minutes for Hilo, 30 minutes for Volcanoes National Park, 30 minutes (including the drive & short walk) to the most beautiful black sand beach I’ve ever been to. This house was clean & comfortable and tucked away in a quiet little neighborhood. We enjoyed family dinners ever night on the screened in patio and listening to the white noise provided by the rainforest after that.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2022
Thank you for your kind words. Absolutely we (Nestor and I ) would love to meet you and your family next time. God Bless and take care
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeanne O.

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

two weeks in heaven

We stayed at this residence for 2 weeks and enjoyed it immensely !! It was quite, private, clean and FUNCTIONAL. No bugs, not even a mosquito !! Everything worked, except the knives were is need of sharpening. I would use it again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vikki B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs Deep Cleaning

We were thrilled to have a washer and dryer, but they urgently need deep cleaning and pest control. To our surprise, we found rat droppings in the kitchen drawer, dog hair on the futons, and termites. Apart from that, we just needed a place to sleep.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Sweet Jungle experience

This place felt lived in, in a good way, like staying at a friend or family's cottage. Good vibes and the pleasant sound of frogs at night. The kitchen had everything we required and we enjoyed the selection of snacks, treats and fresh fruit provided. The fresh cut flower arrangement was a nice touch too and the fragrance was so lovely. Our children enjoyed the selection of kids books in their bedroom and the ample living room couch spaces for lounging. A great home base for our Pahoa and Hilo adventures!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ristina N.

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

Amazing

The house in payola is amazing and there is so many good things to do in that area ! The tropical lush green rainforest and all of the attractions just on that side of the island makes this house centrally located to everything and it’s a short drive to the volcano national park which makes it even more desirable ! The owners are nothing but super good people and are very personable and helped make our two month stay a success ! They are also in the real estate market and we are consulting with them on a future purchase on the big island of Hawaii ! They are very knowledgeable people and I would recommend their services and their house to anybody !
Stayed 63 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Aww thank you for your kind remarks. Looking forward to seeing both of you soon. God bless
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lani P.

Cozy home away from the city

This is a lovely 2-bedroom house about a 25 minute drive to Hilo. The drive is lovely and I never felt like I was driving 25 minutes! There are ceiling fans throughout the entire house, so the house stayed very comfortable. Nestor could not have been nicer and allowed for a late check out. The only different thing about this house is that the master bedroom bathroom had no door. It worked out fine for us since only one person stayed in that room, but if you’re a couple, I hope your comfortable with that arrangement! There is a queen bed in both of the bedrooms and two futons in the living room. We had space to spare! It is on county water, and not on a containment system, so the water is potable. When we arrived, we had a note warning us that the router was out on the wi-fi. This was a total non issue as Nestor showed up the next day to replace it. Nestor is a terrific communicator, which, in my opinion, makes all the difference in the world. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for your kind words. You will always be welcome in my home.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Dawn H.

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

COCKROACH INFESTED

COCKROACHES IN KITCHEN ON COUNTERS AND FLOOR - DISGUSING. INDOOR TOASTER OVER AND OUTSIDE GRILL LOADED WITH RUST. COFFEE POT FILLED WITH FILTH. THE LISTING CLAIMED TO HAVE COFFEE, FILTERS, CREAMER, SOAP, SHAMPOO, CONDITION....NOPE NOT THERE. ARRIVED AFTER 10PM ON FRIDAY NIGHT AND HAD TO WALK THE DIRT ROAD WITH HUGE POT HOLES TO FIND THE HOUSE - NOT LITE AT ALL. TRIED CONTACTING OWNERS SATURDAY ABOUT COCKROACHES BY PHONE AND EMAIL - NO REPLY. TRIED AGAIN SUDAY - NO REPLY. VRBO PHONE CALL ON SUNDAY FOR 4 HOURS AND THEY WERE NO HELP GETTING US OUT THEY WANTED INFORMATION WE DID NOT HAVE LIKE PICTURES OF ALL THE ROACHES WE KILLED SO WE KILLED SEVERAL MORE THAT NIGHT AND CONTACTED THEM AGAIN ON MONDAY AND OWNERS ON MONDAY. OWNERS DID NOT CARE VRBO STARTED INVESTIGATION, WE LEFT THIS FILTHY PLACE. STILL WAITING FOR VRBO TO HELP US GET OUR MONEY BACK SINCE WE ONLY STAYED FROM FRIDAY NIGHT UNTIL TUESDAY MORNING, 4 NIGHTS NOT 11. WILL NEVER TRUST VRBO AGAIN...IT IS WEEKS LATE AND THEY STILL ARE MESSWING AROUND WITH US AND WE ATILL DO NOT HAVE A REFUND
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2022
Dawn has no merit to her complaint I have a video taken of either her or one of her friends killing a roach in the carport. You will hear them saying bring it in the house and take a picture. Send it to VRBO. Beside that for the past 9 years all of my guests have given me a 5 Star. Maybe a couple of 4. She wanted a free ride and nothing more.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

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

Very hospitable owners! Very clean and comfortable house in Nanawale!

Very wonderful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald T.

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

The True Aloha Stay

This quiet oasis is nestled in the true Hawaii! My family stayed here and have NO COMPLAINTS. We wanted to be off the beaten path, we wanted to mingle with the locals. We experienced framer markets, volcano mountains and gorgeous waterfalls. Our 7 days here was just to short! This island it’s already calling us back. Our hostess was amazing, the cottage was airy, surrounded by rain forest, you get the nights of the coqui frogs beautiful songs, mornings just a quick 15 minute trip to the cost for sunrise, 20 minutes to hot pools at Issac Hale Park. You want vacation this is it. We will be back. Thanks for the memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Awww thank you for your kind words. I truly hope you wife enjoy her 40th birthday celebration. You and your family is always welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danna Ann V.

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

definitely a hilo getaway location

surrounded by nature away from the city life
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

prateek g.

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

Great stay in big island

Met or exceeded expectations in every way. We stayed for 3 nights. The location suited us. Volcano national park, green sand beach. Hilo, and also a day trip to hapuna Beach Park. We made breakfast at home and cooked dinner. Good times!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vida S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Pahoa Place

This home was everything we were looking for. It is comfortable with indoor and outdoor living spaces. It is private, surrounded with vegetation and sounds of nature. While private, it is just a short drive to downtown Pahoa and not too far from Hilo. Allowing pets was a bonus for us. Nestor and Lucena are excellent hosts. Highly recommended!
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anjanette G.

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

Peaceful getaway

Perfect little house for a peaceful getaway in a quiet neighborhood. House is nicely stocked with essentials, Wi-Fi, Netflix, washer/dryer, and a nice screened in lanai to enjoy the evening breeze. Close to nearby shopping, restaurants and fruit/veggie stands selling local produce.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

Fun family getaway

We absolutely loved the property and enjoyed our stay there. The kitchen was great the bedrooms were comfortable and surrounding areas so green and lush close to the volcano, thermal pools, and Farmers market on Sunday. Can't wait to go back. Worth every penny
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
Awww thank you for your kind words. Yes please come back....
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marcus p.

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

Real nice place for families

Perfect place for a stay with kids. Very nice master bedroom well thought out even a tiny alcove with a rollaway crib for the little tykes! The TV is super stocked with every service you may want at night. The house is well stocked with everything you need. Perfect great room! Nice cover for your car and to grill. Excellent internet. Off the road in a quiet location. I would recommend it to a family arriving to the Pahoa area.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nestor Nicolas

Host profile image
Born and raised in PI, I moved to Guam in 1989 and met my wife Lucena. We moved to the island of Lanai for a time and then in 2005, my family and I relocated to the East side of the big island to be near our grandchildren. I love to travel, play poker, and meet people from around the world! Currently my wife Lucena is the Principle Broker for Pineapple Homes LLC. A real estate brokerage firm.

Why they chose this property

We chose and bought this property for the simple pleasure of fresh, spring fed county water. (Most subdivisions are still on catchment water tank systems). We were also enchanted by the openess that the vaulted ceilings create, as well as the location of home. I mean who wouldn't want to live on Dolphin Street?

What makes this property unique

County water, high speed internet service, screen in lanai, washer/dryer, and close to the entrance of Nanawale Subdivision, nice quite street. House has been upgraded with granite tops, vessel sinks, and wood flooring. The outside living space consist of a screen in Lanai, a place to drink your coffee in the morning and when in season pick avocados from tress.

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