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The Treehouse at Hakalau, Oceanfront coastal comfort

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Treehouse at Hakalau, Oceanfront coastal comfort

Welcome to our Treehouse at Hakalau! The only way to stay closer to the ocean would be in a boat. Sit back and watch the cruise ships slowly pass by knowing that the passengers aboard are truly envying your incredible accommodations. This quaint and unassuming second story home offers a nearly 180 degree view of the mighty Pacific ocean where you can relax and watch whales as they suddenly breach the blue water, spinner dolphins playfully chase a passing fishing vessel and the rising sun as it welcomes you to an amazing array of morning colors.

Please watch our YouTube video by searching Salt Water Hawaii The Treehouse at Hakalau!

Need more room? You can also rent the neighboring Cliffs at Hakalau - ask us if it is available for your dates. Sleeps six.

Immediately as you enter the home your attention is drawn to the vast ocean front windows and sliding glass doors that lead out to the huge deck. Here you can spend endless hours enjoying the cool breezes from the ocean, sipping on a morning cup of coffee or watching spinner dolphins and whales playfully swim by. During whale season, there may even be nights when you can hear the whales singing. The windows have blackout curtains to shade the interior and cool the house during peak sunshine hours.

The home features hardwood flooring and is well furnished with two spacious bedrooms. Both bedrooms offer comfortable queen beds and a nice size closet to store your belongings. The kitchen is immediately off of the living area with equally incredible ocean views. The kitchen comes furnished with a built-in range, full size refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster as well as pots, pans, dishes and other cooking utensils. The bathroom contains a large tub/shower combination, toilet, and spacious vanity. The ample windows in this home do a great job of allowing the comfortable trade breezes to flow throughout the home. Like the majority of homes in Hawai'i, we do not have air conditioning. We maintain a simple mindset in that when we get hot we open the windows and turn on the fan. When we get cold, we close the windows and put on socks :)

We are near Highway 19, 15 minutes to Hilo and only 20 minutes to the Airport.

Hilo is known for its warm aloha spirit, relaxed lifestyle, unique shops, art galleries and restaurants with local regional cuisine. Local attractions include Lyman Museum, East Hawaii Cultural Center, historic Palace Theatre, Pacific Tsunami Museum, Imiloa Astronomy Center, UH Hilo Performing Arts Center and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens. Hilo Farmer's Market is a favorite for fresh, local produce. Merrie Monarch Festival, Hilo's premier hula competition and cultural event, is held annually. Hilo's black sand beaches are some of the best for snorkeling, diving, surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming with turtles and tropical fish, or watching the whales off shore. Take a helicopter volcano tour or short scenic drive to active Kilauea volcano to view a lava flow, ride horses in Waipio Valley or tour the summit and view the night skies of Mauna Kea.

This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
STVR-19-364073
NUCR-20-1559
TA-004-373-0432-01

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-004-373-0432-01, GE-004-373-0432-01

Property is also known as

2624-246281

About the neighborhood

Map
Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hakalau Beach Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Umauma Falls - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Akaka Falls State Park - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Akaka Falls - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Port of Hilo - 26 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪What's Shakin - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Kalo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Umauma Experience - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Treehouse at Hakalau, Oceanfront coastal comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Treehouse at Hakalau, Oceanfront coastal comfort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Treehouse at Hakalau, Oceanfront coastal comfort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Treehouse at Hakalau, Oceanfront coastal comfort located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Hakalau Beach Park. World Botanical Gardens and Zip Isle Zip Line are also within 2 mi (3 km).

The Treehouse at Hakalau, Oceanfront coastal comfort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hans S., Concord Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
we met the owners on our arrival and found them to be extremely involved and wonderful hosts, our stay was also wonderful but we did have a few hic-ups , it. seems the company in charge of supply and care of the unit was being changed so we did not receive proper responses to our requests. after we found out who the new manager was (John) he took care of everything, Thank you again John. we highly recommend a stay at the Treehouse at Hakalau. we will return.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alexis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
Great quiet location outside of Hilo! Property grounds are very peaceful and the ocean views are incredible. Some of the unit had been updated which was nice. Unit would benefit from another fan/more airflow.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay near Hilo
We enjoyed our four nights here, near to Hilo (about 15 m drive). This property was cozy but good for our family of three plus lots of outdoor space to run around. Important to know there is a larger property next door, which makes the experience feel less private when those guests are outside. We were mostly out and about, so ok for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean View and Sounds!
It would be difficult to find another property with this view and sound of the breakers hitting the cliffs below. We obsessively watched for whales and saw plenty. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!! The only thing notably “wrong” was that the main house is also a rental and it sits very close to this one. If this was communicated in the listing, we didn’t catch it—it should be clearly communicated as it changes the experience at the house. When the other guests are outside, we could see everything they do. We were fortunate as there were other guests here only 2 days of our stay and they rarely went outside. We however, were outside 90% of the time watching for whales and enjoying the amazing views! The location and property is amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Tranquil
Our stay was amazing. Watching the ocean waves and whales (in season) every morning and evening was memorable. The space is perfect for (2) couples or a small family. 20 minute drive to Hilo. Would very much recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena M., Cave Creek, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The treehouse was magical! At the end of a cul-de-sac, gated we were in our own little world. Had multiple whales breaching and playing right off our lani. Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay on the Hilo side of the island. Central for all the sightseeing places we wanted to visit. Home came equipped with everything we needed and more. We will definitely be returning!! Mahalo!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very easy review to write for our stay at the Treehouse at Hakalau -- five stars! Easy drive to the restaurants and shops in Hilo. Amazing hikes in the state parks up and down the coast. The dark blue sky at the observatory at Mauna Kea was super cool (figuratively and literally). Don't miss Volcanos national park, and we even spent a day doing the more touristy activities and beautiful beaches on the Kona side of the island. The local food trucks are great - best smoothies and fish wraps at What's Shakin'. We also had a blast watching the humpbacks breeching and playing right off-shore in front of the deck. We just had a great time at the Treehouse! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Very nice private setting away from the hustle and bustle of life. Beautiful views of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim G., Canyon Country

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Quiet Ocean Cliff House
We had a terrific time staying here! We loved watching the birds, plants, geckos, stars, milky way, and waves. House was quiet, clean, and comfortable. There's lots to do within a short drive and the owners have a lot of great suggestions. Hakalau Beach Park is a short walk away(you do have to go up and down a slightly steep trail). Also close to Akaka falls and the fantastic Hawai'i tropical bioreserve and garden. Yes, the Island of Hawaii has bugs, but here they are very manageable, and not the kind that bite(and for some of us bug bites can be a problem). The owners have left some specific practical tips for how to make the bugs even easier to manage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kerin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really Nice But Needs AC
We really loved this place. Such a beautiful and quiet location. You could hear the ocean and lots of birds. It was lovely. However, the sun shines in the two sliding glass doors and it’s above a parking area. It got really warm. Well, I’d even say hot. Sweating hot. We ended up getting another room elsewhere for one night because it was so hot. It really wouldn’t cost that much to add a window unit or portable ac unit. Or at least have blinds or curtains over those glass doors. It really needs it to be comfortable. Otherwise, it was nice and had everything else one might need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023