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Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View
Holiday home in Pahoa with kitchen and balcony
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m
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Pahoa, HI
- Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo39 min drive
- Place, Port of Hilo43 min drive
- Place, Carlsmith Beach Park48 min drive
- Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2nd Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Office 1
1 Single Futon
2 bathrooms
2nd Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Private Island Style Home w/Large Lanai, King Bed + Ocean View
If you're planning a vacation to East Hawaii, I'd like to welcome you to stay at the Koholā Hale "Whale House". This two bedroom, two full bath vacation home offers a South East Asian decor with furnishings sure to please.
Located on a street that fronts the ocean, this property features a large lanai with excellent ocean views. Listen to the waves break on the shoreline and watch green sea turtles playing in the surf. During the winter months, October thru March, it's an excellent location to whale watch! With your morning cup of Kona coffee, enjoy a beautiful sunrise on the front lanai. A private lanai off the master bedroom looks over a beautifully landscaped tropical garden that's home to a variety orchids, palms and plumeria trees. The space includes a large cabana. Great for relaxing with family and friends!
Offering internet access and t.v., you'll feel right at home. The kitchen is fully equipped for all your culinary and entertaining needs. A large granite counter provides extra space for entertaining and seating. A beautiful mango wood dining room table seats eight. French doors open onto the large, ocean facing lanai.
The master bedroom includes a king size bed, large closet, and nicely appointed private bath and vanity. The second bedroom hosts a queen size bed and closet. Located in the semi-private den is a full size bed and built-in desk. This den can be used as a third bedroom. This house can sleep up to six comfortably!
With a short drive to the quaint old village of Pahoa, you'll find a local supermarket, gas stations, bookstore, cafe, drugstores, gift shops, surf shop, Post Office and a handful of excellent restaurants; Mexican, Thai, Italian and local fare.
Conveniently located, many sights can be found within a hour's drive. At Volcano National Park you'll be able to see the volcano put on a show for you. At Issac Hale Park aka Pohiki, sink your feet into one of Hawaii's newest black sand beaches. Be adventurous and hike the Puna Trail which leads to a beautiful, seldom-visited sandy beach or visit one of our many botanical gardens in this area. See why this island is nicknamed the "Orchid Island"!
Come stay at the "Koholā Hale"!
Note: No charge for first two children ages five and under. Children ages six and older, additional guest fee applies.
Located on a street that fronts the ocean, this property features a large lanai with excellent ocean views. Listen to the waves break on the shoreline and watch green sea turtles playing in the surf. During the winter months, October thru March, it's an excellent location to whale watch! With your morning cup of Kona coffee, enjoy a beautiful sunrise on the front lanai. A private lanai off the master bedroom looks over a beautifully landscaped tropical garden that's home to a variety orchids, palms and plumeria trees. The space includes a large cabana. Great for relaxing with family and friends!
Offering internet access and t.v., you'll feel right at home. The kitchen is fully equipped for all your culinary and entertaining needs. A large granite counter provides extra space for entertaining and seating. A beautiful mango wood dining room table seats eight. French doors open onto the large, ocean facing lanai.
The master bedroom includes a king size bed, large closet, and nicely appointed private bath and vanity. The second bedroom hosts a queen size bed and closet. Located in the semi-private den is a full size bed and built-in desk. This den can be used as a third bedroom. This house can sleep up to six comfortably!
With a short drive to the quaint old village of Pahoa, you'll find a local supermarket, gas stations, bookstore, cafe, drugstores, gift shops, surf shop, Post Office and a handful of excellent restaurants; Mexican, Thai, Italian and local fare.
Conveniently located, many sights can be found within a hour's drive. At Volcano National Park you'll be able to see the volcano put on a show for you. At Issac Hale Park aka Pohiki, sink your feet into one of Hawaii's newest black sand beaches. Be adventurous and hike the Puna Trail which leads to a beautiful, seldom-visited sandy beach or visit one of our many botanical gardens in this area. See why this island is nicknamed the "Orchid Island"!
Come stay at the "Koholā Hale"!
Note: No charge for first two children ages five and under. Children ages six and older, additional guest fee applies.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack-n-Play and High Chair available
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number (3) 1-5-087-047-0000, TA-034-272-2560-01, GE-034-272-2560-01
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Pahoa
Located in Pahoa, this holiday home is by the ocean. S. Hata Building and Lyman Museum are local landmarks, 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pahoa, HI
What's nearby
- Pahoa Museum - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
- University of Hawaii at Hilo - 39 min drive - 44.7 km
- Coconut Island Park - 43 min drive - 47.3 km
- Port of Hilo - 43 min drive - 49.2 km
- Carlsmith Beach Park - 48 min drive - 51.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Black Rock Cafe - 15 min drive
- Bite The Eye - 17 min drive
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
- Kohala coffee Co - 14 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Richard Marston
I was born and raised in California and moved here 25 years ago. My wife's family is from this area so naturally, we would come here to vacation with our own family. When it came time to retire, we built this house and moved to the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii. We've been on vacation ever since!
Why they chose this property
This house is located directly across the street from the ocean which protects it from some of the strong waves and spray that frequent the area. On days that have tropical showers, we have a covered lanai and cabana with BBQ, perfect to enjoy the outdoors in comfort.
What makes this property unique
You can sit on the front lanai with your cup of Kona coffee and watch the sunrise. On our nice pleasant Hawaiian nights you can sit and watch the silvery Moon come up over the ocean and if you're lucky, you'll be here during whale season, when you can hear the humpback whales bellow and play right in front of your very own home away from home!
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