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Hawi Haven!! Where far away never felt so close to home!

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A spacious living area with wooden flooring, a dining set, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a blue and white quilted bedspread, a ceiling fan, and built-in bookshelves.
A single-story house with a green roof, a porch with two chairs, and a small garden area.
A house with a green roof, white exterior walls, and a red door. There is a well-maintained lawn in front of the house, and a hibiscus flower is visible on the right side.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Big Island Eco Adventures 2
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Hawi, HI
  • Place, Big Island Eco Adventures 2
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Aqua bathroom

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Hawi Haven!! Where far away never felt so close to home!

Hawi Haven! Come away for a time of rest and rejuvenation at our lovingly restored authentic Hawaiian cottage. Our comfortable home consists of three bedrooms, two and a half baths and is hidden away on a quiet lot, complete with many tropical flowers and fruit trees. We are only a short stroll to historic Hawi Town and a brief drive to many of the Big Island's most beautiful beaches and historic sights.

Far away never felt so close to home!

Keywords: Plantation Cottage

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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
The 2 PAGE Rental Agreement MUST be completed, signed and returned with booking. Hawi Haven House Rules/Rental Agreement.
$75 fee if trash left. $25 fee for lost key. $350 FEE for smoking. RINSE sand from feet/shoes; shake sand from towels prior to washing.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 550100320000, GE-103-146-7008-01, TA-103-146-7008-01
Property # 86684vb
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
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

Hawi

Located in Hawi, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Kamehameha Statue and Kohala Historical Sites State Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lapakahi State Historical Park and Kamehameha Park. Big Island Eco Adventures 2 and Kenjis House are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Hawi, HI

What's nearby

  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 26 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 29 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 38 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 42 min drive - 56.2 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gill's Lanai - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪King's View Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pomaika’i Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Off The Grid - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kohala Rainbow Cafe - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hawi Haven!! Where far away never felt so close to home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hawi Haven!! Where far away never felt so close to home!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hawi Haven!! Where far away never felt so close to home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawi Haven!! Where far away never felt so close to home!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Hawi Haven!! Where far away never felt so close to home! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Big Island Eco Adventures 2 and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kenjis House and Kamehameha Statue. Kamehameha Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and tidy. We stayed at Hawi Haven for a month had awesome communication with the property manager and the owners. The home is very central and walking distance to a store and the cute Hawi main street. We may have snuck a tangerine from the tree in the yard. (: We had a great time, and we will be booking again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Thank you for your kind comments and we look forward to hosting you again! (Glad you had a tangerine as well! We would much rather have people enjoy them than go to waste!) Best wishes for a great rest of the year! Mahalo! Linda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hawi Haven was wonderful!!! Everything we could possibly need during our stay was stocked and ready for us. It’s a beautiful home with excellent owner and property manager. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The weather wasn’t ideal during our trip, but the house was great. Fit all of our needs, lots of books and games to play with, which definitely came in handy during the storm. Would definitely stay there again, love Hawi such a sweet town and the house was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host and property manager were welcoming. The place was well organized and the amenities were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this charming place and have stayed many times. It’s big, comfy, well equipped, and convenient - you can walk to tiny downtown Hawi in literally two minutes. Neighbors are quiet and there’s a large yard with orange trees and the occasional chickens. The house manager is extremely responsive and helpful.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2026
Thank you, Alex and friends!! We always enjoy having you return to Hawi Town and our Haven! We appreciate your kind comments and recognizing Chris's work! Thank you for taking care of things while you were there and we look forward to seeing you again in the future! Linda, Chris and Debbie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is beautifully maintained, exceeded our expectations and was equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Thank you, Julie, I'm glad you were pleased with your stay in our home! Thank you for your kind words!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love staying at this property!

We have stayed at Hawi Haven several times, and we have always enjoyed it. Great location and property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2020
Thank you, Arlene! Hope you can return again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hawi stay

The best supplied rental we have ever stayed in. Very clean and communication was exceptional.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2024
Thank you, John, and we are so glad you found our Haven to be "the best"!! We appreciate how well you cared for the property and we look forward to having you return if your future travels take you back to the Big Island and North Kohala! Mahalo and aloha!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always a great stay

We’ve stayed here maybe ten times by now, it’s the most comfy and well equipped and conveniently located rental home we ever stay in! The owner ave manager are always easy to reach.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Aloha, and thank you, Alex, for your kind words and positive remarks! We are always glad to see you back at our Haven!! Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hawi heaven

Wonderful property!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2023
Thank you, Lilli, We hope you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We really loved our stay at the Hawi House, the location was great and easy check in. The house had plenty of room for our family of four, the bathroom, room set up is a little strange, but not a problem. We had a great time staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2023
Aloha, and we are so glad your family enjoyed our Haven!! Since the house was built in the 1950s, we didn't have much say on the configuration of the bedrooms and bathrooms -- we were just glad that there were 3 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms when we bought it in 2005!! It is such a charming plantation cottage!! Mahalo!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return to our favorite town on the Big Island

We love staying in Hawi - the people are so kind. Access to the mountains and beaches is great. This house was so sweet - very comfortable, lots of little extras (picnic gear, water bottles, rice maker) and the hosts and the property manager were very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2022
Aloha! We are glad you enjoyed staying in our sweet cottage in Hawi Town, and that some of the little extras you mentioned were helpful during your stay. We hope you created good holiday memories!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to experience the Hawi side of the island

This is an excellent home to stay in while visiting the Big Island. The price is reasonable. The home is clean and roomy, and the owners are generous and thorough with all that they offer. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2021
Thanks so much, Greg! You and your family will be welcomed back any time! Hope you can return to the Island soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent.

Clean & nicely renovated older home. Perfect location for our purposes.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2022
Aloha, and thank you! We are glad our home suited you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation

Great just, house, property. Quite place on the north side with great amenities
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2025
Aloha, Chad, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in our home in Hawi Town!! Thanks for taking good care of the property -- we look forward to having you return! Mahalo nui loa!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

This house is perfect. It has everything you could ever need. Walking to town or market. This is our second time and we will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Aloha, Vicki! Thank you for your sweet comments -- we are so glad you enjoyed our little Haven in Hawi and we look forward to having you return soon! Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and relaxing

The property had a charm to it. Taken care of and fully stocked. Has a nice outside area to have drinks and meals, very quaint.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2022
Aloha! The cottage was built in the 1950's so its Hawaiian charm is authentic and adds to everything we love about our haven in Hawi! Thanks for staying, and I'm glad you found it quiet and relaxing! .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hawi Haven feels like home

We loved our visit to Hawi Haven! The house felt like home and had everything we needed and wanted. Have stopped in Hawi on several other trips, but never stayed there before...that will change. Hawi and Hawi Haven are definitely on the list for future trips! Mahalo
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2021
Aloha, Kristen! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Hawi Haven and look forward to having you return! You'll be welcome any time! Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July 4th Kohala Community and Family Reunion

We needed some place that was close to Kohala for our Kohala Community reunion and Family reunion. Hawi Haven was located close to Kohala/Kamehameha Park and the homes of other family members. The property was very well maintained and beautiful. The inside was very nicely renovated and updated. We truly enjoyed our stay at Hawi Haven and look forward to coming back again in the future. Mahalo to Debbie, Linda, and Chris for your Aloha! Jay and Ohana
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Aloha, Jay and Ohana! We are so glad you enjoyed your time in our home and that it suited you well! Thank you for taking good care of everything while you were there. We welcome you back any time! Mahalo! Linda, Debbie and Chris
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A quiet retreat

Hawi Haven was a welcome respite to begin our relaxation on the Big Island. The house was beautiful and so well maintained. Communication with the owner and property manager was excellent. Such a beautiful setting for our exploration of the northern part of the island. We would highly recommend a stay at this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2022
Mahalo, Kareen! We are so glad you enjoyed your time at our Haven and we welcome you back when your travels allow you to return! Aloha!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hawi Heaven for sure

Really enjoyed this house and all of the amenities porvided. You thought of everything from first aid to beach supplies, paper products and more. Really nice stay here, ate the giant avacados that fall off the tree and enjoyed the farmers market for local produce. Good communication with Chris and felt welcomed. Thanks for the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2021
Thanks so much for your comments, and we are so glad the house suited you and that you enjoyed all that it has to offer (including the avocados!)!! Thank you for taking care of the property while you were there and we welcome you back any time!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I HIGHLY recommend Hawi Haven. The location was central to Hawi and close to shops & restaurants. The home was very clean and had ALL items we needed. They stock coffee, laundry detergent, beach towels, beach bags, shampoo, conditioner, snorkel equipment. We enjoyed the Hawaiian Music provided at the location and cute decor and Hawaiian theme items. My favorite was the breeze. There are a lot of windows in the house creating great positive airflow. The wind would blow through the windows, and it was so peaceful to sleep. No AC is needed, and I felt at home. The price was reasonable, and it was easy to book and check into. At this location, you can purchase your groceries and cook if you want to.I would love to come back.
Family Picture- Kua Bay State Park
Auntie Miley taught me how to make a Leis using Blue Jade flowers
Kohala Baptist Church. Pastor Steve is amazing. This is my fourth time to Kohala in three years. I always make time to go to church & participate in pot luck
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Jewel of a Hawaiian Bungalow!

We were totally charmed by this roomy, airy and classic bungalow, so obviously well cared for. We were amazed by how fully and wonderfully equipped it was for guests. They thought of EVERYTHING! Gracious hosts and wonderfully helpful caretaker, to whom we are very grateful. Loved all the books. A convenient stroll to downtown Hawi, and a nice little grocery store right across the street. We certainly hope to return!!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Generously Supplied, Gracious, "Old Hawaii" House

We spent 5 weeks at Hawi Haven. Hawi is a cute little town with a great coffee spot and some quality small shops for locally produced goods. This house is very spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is large and extremely well supplied. Chris, the contact person who manages the property, was a pleasure to deal with, prompt and helpful. We hadn't appreciated how much driving we would do - but it was all worth it! Highly recommended.
Stayed 42 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2024
Florence and family were wonderful guests! They were great at communication, and conscientious about taking care of the house and property. Always gracious and grateful! We welcome you back when your travels take you again to the Big Island of Hawaii!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like home away from home

This is our go-to place in Hawaii. We love the feel of the house, it’s very homey and comfy, not super fancy, but it is kept in good shape and has all the necessary amenities. The neighborhood is quiet and only a couple minutes walk to (a few) shops and restaurants - it’s Hawi after all, and part of what makes it charming is that it’s small! Chris the manager was easy to get ahold of and helpful. A few minutes drive will get you to a few more markets and restaurants, but anything else is a longer drive to Waimea or Kona.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2021
Thank you, Alexander! We enjoy having you return and appreciate that Hawi Haven is your go-to place in Hawaii!! Looking forward to hosting you again on your next trip to The Big Island!

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