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Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach

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The cozy lanai.
Kitchen, Living & Indoor Dining
Indoor dining w/extra seating at the bar.
Living and indoor dining.
Well-equipped kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 478.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Pahoa, HI
  • Place, Volcano House
  • Place, Kilauea
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach

Kehena Treetop Bungalow – Close to Kehena Black Sands Beach

Kehena Treetop Bungalow is a tropical paradise, nestled in among lush green foliage and fruit trees. You’re going to enjoy the beautifully refinished hardwood floors and the tropcial décor.

This house is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the traditional vacation areas, so forget about having to fight traffic and congestion with other visitors. When you’re not out enjoying the beauty and experiences of the Big Island, you’ll enjoy staying “home” and lounging on the lanai in the hammock, or just sitting at the table reading a good book.

Perfect for a couple or family, the master bedroom is split into two rooms to easily accommodate the two queen beds, wardrobe, desk, and walk-in closet, with lots of room to spare! And the futons in the living room can provide additional sleeping space for children, if needed. Starlink internet w/Wifi, a selection of books and DVDs (for both adults and children) are available for your entertainment.

A full kitchen is well equipped with all your cooking and dining needs, including a blender, microwave, and rice cooker. With a 4-person dining table, additional pub-style table in the kitchen, and breakfast bar, there is ample space for dining in comfort. And while this house, like most of the island, is on a water-catchment system, the home features a top-of-the-line water filtration and UV purification system.

In addition to the inside bathroom with shower, an additional screened outside shower (complete with hot water) allows you to easily rinse off the sand from the beach while enjoying the sounds of nature. You’ve got it all in Paradise!
Please expect to share your space with some of our friendly Hawaii geckos, lizards, coqui frogs, birds, and plants.

Children's Items
Pack and Play (1 sheet stored with it, but good to bring your own fresh one), High Chair, Play activity mat (for infants), Children’s toys – infant through Pre-K (tons!), Infant/toddler bath (hard plastic and blow-up), Toddler/Child DVDs & books and more.

Indoor Features
Starlink for Internet Service
1 Bedrooms, 1 1/4 Baths (Sleeps 2-6)
Beds: 2 Queens & 2 Futon Sofas in living room
Linens/Towels Provided
Beach Gear Provided
Television
Full Kitchen + All Cooking Utensils+ Microwave & Blender & Rice cooker
WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM + UV Purifier (you can drink from the tap!)
Washer & Dryer
Telephone
DVD/CD Player (adult and child DVDs available)
Beach Gear and Toys
Deck/Lanai
Private Outdoor Shower
BBQ Grill (charcoal)
Covered Parking
No Smoking
No Pets

Exterior security cameras in use monitoring carport and owners storage room.

Nearby Attractions:
Kehena Black sand beach (clothing-optional): 5 minute walk
Kehena Cliff/Iron wood forest walk (local-access): 5 minute walk
New Pohoiki Black Sand Beach - just a short drive down the Red Road
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park area: 40-45 minute drive. Hiking, visitor center, wine tasting, new crater overlook!!
Pahoa: 15 minute drive (many restaurants/shopping/markets)
Kalapana: 5 minute drive (restaurant, weekly market, hike to black sand beach).
Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens: 25-30 minute drive
Hilo: 40-45 minute drive. Shopping, markets, trails, waterfalls, beaches, airport.

**Wifi speeds in this area are not sufficient or ideal for those trying to work remotely, Speeds will only handle basic internet usage.**

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii.

VRBO/Hawaii Life bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

STVR-19-364064
NUC-19-1521
TA-201-885-9008-01

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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
Property Registration Number TA-201-885-9008-01, GE-201-885-9008-01

About the area

Pahoa

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Kehena Beach Estates, a neighbourhood in Pahoa. Mackenzie State Park and Pohoiki reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Travelling with kids? Consider Hilo Coffee Mill and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and mountain biking.
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Pahoa, HI

What's nearby

  • Kehena Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pohoiki Beach - 18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 53 min drive - 60.9 km
  • Hilo Shopping Center - 53 min drive - 62.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 57 min drive - 66.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncle's Awa Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪paradise - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Behind the Bamboo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hale Aloha At Kalani - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uncle’s Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach on 23 May 2026 start from AU$189, 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.

How much is parking at Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kehena Treetop Bungalow-Near Black Sand Beach located?

This family-friendly Pahoa holiday home is located by the sea, 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mackenzie State Park and Star of the Sea Painted Church. Pohoiki and Pohoiki Beach are also within 9 miles (15 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed staying in the bungalow. Beautiful neighborhood which gave us a feeling of actually living here. Well equipped kitchen and bathroom with lots of towels and plenty of tableware and storage items. Black sand beach very close, but beware...a somewhat strenuous climb down & back up at the beach from parking lot. It is also clothing optional :) Host was terrific and quick with response. Loved the hammock on the lanai. I would call it a 2 bedroom as there is a door and curtains between the beds with separate exit doors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

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

Treetop lanai

We enjoyed our stay, I felt like I was in the rain forest!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Great Stay

Really enjoyed our stay. The location was beautiful. It is a great place to get away and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sacha K.

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

Great vacation

Beautiful property! This area is definitely a drive away from some activities but this was great for our family.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Awesome house, close to beach

Very comfy, full kitchen, nice lanai space, great entertainment system...:)...
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

irene S.

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

Lovely Place

I enjoyed my stay at the the Treetop Bungalow. Very close to beach and warm pond which I enjoyed very much. Kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 18 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

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

Family Getaway

We brought our kids on a Hawaiian vacation, and we LOVED our stay! It was fully stocked, clean, and a great location. We enjoyed the neighborhood kitty, and the relaxing environment of the home. Would highly recommend to any travelers!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice jungle

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great experience in the jungle. Few neighbors, great house, surrounded by nature.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Management was very responsive

Not as quiet as i would gave liked
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Fabian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

An original small condo in the middle of the nature.

Very authentic little house in the middle of the nature. Well maintained even that it is a bit older. The fresh air is amazing, no air conditioning needed. However the location is a bit too far in the nature (long distance, moskitos, geckos) for us, also the bed size could be bigger. We enjoyed the experience here.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy K.

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

Hiddden Oasis

This place is amazing. The sound of the frogs and the road can be worrying at first but we found that closing the windows on the road side of the house solved this problem. We were worried it would be too warm at night but were very comfortable like this.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne K.

Great little Hawaiian cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this little house - loved the coqui frogs, the rain forest, well equipped kitchen. We purposely chose it to be further away from the Hilo busy area but it’s still close enough to Pahoa if you have a car so you can pick up groceries etc. Close to a small black sand beach. Also good for visit the nearby beaches/shops of Hilo if you have a car. And don’t forget the Volcano National Park. We were lucky to be there when the volcano was active and got to view the eruptions - amazing!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L.

Great Little Get Away!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this place...cozy, bright, great neighborhood and a short walk to the beach. Loved the hammock on the patio, perfect place for early morning coffee and reading...the outdoor shower was a bonus, why us the one inside...would stay here again in a heart beat! Nice and clean with all you need to chill out and enjoy all there is to offer. Mahalo!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice G.

Tropical paradise w/ lots to do,even post eruption

We spent a wonderful stay at Kehena Treetop Bungalow in the Puna region of Big Island. Despite the recent lava eruption that happened last summer, there are still lots of activities to do over there, including walking on a trail made of fresh lava rock, which leads to a brand new beach! There are also some nice tide pools just 10 minutes away from the house, which was a good place for the kids to get wet, and the Kehena black sand beach for the more adventurous. The whole stay was a very informative experience for my kids who now have a good understanding of how volcanoes have shaped the islands of Hawaii. The house is clean and well equipped with everything you need for cooking, and there are even some toys for kids of all ages, plus a swing and big hammock that my kids enjoyed. Nearby the town of Pahoa offers good grocery shopping with organic & local produce, and you'll find some good restaurant/bar options (from comfort food to vegan!) at the end of the road. We're looking forward to visiting again! Alice & family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci F.

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

Absolutely Lovely!

Our family usually likes to stay in out of the norm places, where there isn't a lot of traffic, people, tourists, etc. This was perfect! It is quite the drive from most of the "sights" on the island, but that's part of the fun in exploring new places. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen had all the appliances necessary, and we enjoyed spending time in this bungalow after dark, where the insects, birds, toads, and more could be heard. We all slept so well to those sounds. My son's favorite part was reading in the hammock. My daughter's was finding all the geckos and naming them all. It was lovely to have access to laundry room, beach toys, a cooler, and an outdoor shower. When our plane arrived, we got a text from our host, Jolanta, who welcomed us and let us know if we had questions, shed be able to help. We didnt need to reach out, as everything was communicated so well ahead of time. It's a perfect stay on the Island and we will definitely be back! Mahalo!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Loved Staying Here!

The Kehena Treehouse was the perfect place to stay for our family from Maui. Great location, super clean and comfortable, and a very restful and relaxing place. The hammock on the deck was great, and the home being stocked with a stash of toys and kid friendly DVDs was a REALLY REALLY NICE touch to occupy our 5 year old and give us time to relax. It was a short walk to the black sand beach (be careful of the ocean shore break and currents there), and the perfect distance from everything, Kalapana which had great music at night, Kapoho tide pools (and the big warm pool on the ocean, we loved that!), Pahoa for restaurant choices and a great health food store, and of course, Volcano National Park and Hilo as well. The management staff was very nice and there is a book full of information on things to do and see in the home. We enjoyed the outdoor shower, and the farmers market at Space Camp on Saturday morning (great activities for kids, check their website). It was a very nice place to spend our time on the east side of Hawaii, we would definitely stay there again. I was worried about noise from the nearby road, but it was not an issue at all. We loved the treehouse, and were sad to leave!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominique J.

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

Endroit exceptionnel!

Maison au cœur de la végétation hawaïenne! Ce fut un réel coup de cœur! Très propre et bien équipée. Une famille y loge aisément et confortablement. La plage de Kehena (sable noir) est à quelques minutes à pied; toutefois il faut savoir que les commodités et les endroits à visiter sont à 20 minutes et plus de route en voiture.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Treetop Bungalow

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at the Treetop Bungalow very much. It was fully equipped with everything we needed and very comfortable. Our only issue was noise from the adjacent road.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Bern, BE

In the Jungle..

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: it's nice, just book there
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

Felt like home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a lovely bungalow, in a nice quiet neighborhood close to beaches and to Hilo. It's a bit of a drive from town but thoroughly enjoyed being far from tourist traps and resorts. The local wildlife song of frogs and birds lulled us to sleep every night. Very timely response from the property manager as well when we couldn't figure out the hot water. Would def stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

M Honora K.

In the Trees alongside traffic

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was lovely, in the trees as described, with all the amenities. We were a little disappointed that it was right on a fairly busy road on one side and very close to the neighbor on the other. The black sand beach right up the way and that was wonderful, otherwise not too much in the area as places to eat. Bring your own to fix. We had to shorten our trip as the rains were coming down in torrents. Sorry that was the case. Loved the outside shower
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

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

Very Comfortable!

Thoroughly enjoyed. Bed was super comfortable and house had everything I needed. Cooked a couple meals and kitchen was well stocked. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

WOW!! Exactly what we were looking for!

This place was amazing!!! All the essential items needed to make it a real home away from home! Yes, the lanai does face the neighbors house, but the entire property is the real gem. Plus the neighbors are quiet and very nice so that was cool too. This place has the true country sounds and feel and smells at night and is a tropical paradise in the day, rain or shine. Be sure to grab extra fruit for the Gold Dust geckos that you'll find all over outside and even inside where they keep you safe by eating anything that dares to enter the house. Absolute must stay if you want that true rainforest/lava rock fields/right next to ocean/etc experience. I could blab for days about how awesome this place is but you'll just have to see it for yourself!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda B.

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

Kehena treehouse

The place had everything we needed and was really peaceful
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

palmer w.

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

Great.

We really liked it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

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