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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 337 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

your own cottage, hear the ocean!



Come make Ka Hale Malie (the peaceful house) your own tropical cottage! Located 500 Ft from the ocean cliffs as the crow flies but not on the ocean. It is located in Hawaiian Paradise Park in Keaau, HI which is centrally located to visit Volcano, Pahoa, and the new black sand beaches of lower Puna (Pohoiki).

The little cottage has one bedroom with a queen bed that has sliding doors to the back lanai (porch) for you to enjoy your coffee or your candlelight dinner. A bathroom with a (purified) rainwater shower. A fully outfitted kitchen with gas stove, full refrigerator, built-in microwave, countertop convection oven/toaster, coffeemaker, blender and a variety of items for cooking. The attached living room has a vintage rattan couch and chair, a TV, Roku streaming device, a DVD player and sound bar, a library of over 50 DVDs (island themed!), and WIFI.

The house also has a front lanai (porch) with a table and chairs and a back lanai with an outdoor rattan couch, a table and chairs for dining, 2 bar stools and some "party lights" for nighttime ambiance. The best hang out spot may be the covered carport which has been transformed into an outdoor rec room/tiki bar complete with tables and chairs, a BBQ with charcoal and a charcoal starter (uses newspaper, not lighter fluid, and gets coals going fast), a cooler, a rug ETC.

The cottage is the only property on the 1/4 acre lot to give you privacy. Most days, and especially eves you can hear the crash of the waves on the cliffs, less than 500' away. Within a 5-10 minute walk is the beautiful coastline area where you can take a few chairs (I provide the portable ones in the bag), a few beverages and watch the sky and the ocean. During the humpback whale season you may see or hear whales. Rainbows over the ocean are a common event!

Mahalo (thank you) for considering Ka Hale Malie and should you decide to come the cottage will welcome you!

There are also a few masks, snorkels and fins; beach towels, paddle ball, frisbee, etc. for your use during your stay. If you want an island tour of any size/duration, I can recommend a great tour guide!

Property manager

Kelly Finn

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: ONLY outside

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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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
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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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 GE-107-106-5088-01, TA-107-106-5088-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Your own Cottage, Hear the Ocean! Keaau
Your own Cottage, Hear the Ocean! Cottage
Hear the Ocean From Your own Private Cottage!
Your own Cottage, Hear the Ocean! Cottage Keaau
Closed FOR April DUE TO County Order Related to Covid 19

About the neighborhood

Map
Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 11 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 25 min drive - 23.4 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 29 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 34 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Blane's Drive Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is your own cottage, hear the ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at your own cottage, hear the ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at your own cottage, hear the ocean!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is your own cottage, hear the ocean! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center is 12.4 mi (20 km) away.

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your own cottage, hear the ocean! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location
This is a great cottage. Small but very well equipped. Not a far walk to the cliffs where we saw 10 or so turtles swimming below. The other direction is a 3 mile hike to a secluded beach. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Coralyn B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey, relaxing
Good area to walk in, beautiful plants good location.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Great place for two. Will rent here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Cottage
This little cottage was exactly what we needed for close proximity to family. Owner was easily contacted and very responsive. The yard with birds was enchanting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private, great for two!
We enjoyed the privacy and space. Had everything we needed! Close drive to a lot of things to do. The Kuamana Lava Tube and Black Sand beaches were our favorite stops.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was as described and exactly what you see in the photos. Ocean close by (to view) and private.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E., Fayetteville NC

Beautiful and very private
Love, love, loved it!!!! If you want privacy, this is the spot! Will stay there again next trip! Mahalo Nui Loa!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sonia B.

Just perfect!
We loved this place. Charming, comfy, enchanting. Can't say enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Raymond J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Cottage
Prefect for a 3 day stay, close to friends. Walked to the cliffs every morning. Beautiful view. 20 minute drive to small grocery store.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janine A.

Private, relaxing, one block from the ocean! We would stay here again on our next visit.
The house was exactly as expected. Everything was clean, comfortable and well stocked. The location was private and quiet yet easy to find and close to town. A wonderful neighborhood for walking and whale watching. We especially enjoyed the back lanai.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Millie G., Chapin

great, clean well decorated little place
The place was small, but great for 2 or 3 people. The outside place to eat was very helpful and enjoyable. The kitchen had everything we needed and we really enjoyed our time. A little out of the way, but not too bad. Very quiet and pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Its all about the lanai!
Only slept and cooked in the house, every other minute was sitting on the lanai. First time we stayed at a place that was in a community environment that wasn't on the ocean. We really enjoyed how peaceful and inviting everyone we met were.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location !
My husband and I stayed for 2 nights; it has a great location where you can take a short walk to view the ocean from the cliffs and has a bit of beach house vibe. Black sand beach and VNP are easy to get to from here among others! It’s a bit dated and eclectic with some cute decor. We especially enjoyed the back deck with some music and wine! Mahalo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Charlene P.

Comfortable house and property
We really enjoyed the small, but comfortable house. Very cozy deck and furniture in the private back yard. A short walk to the ocean and watching the sunrise was memorable. A good supply of kitchen items was very much appreciated. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Quaint little place
The property was as listed. A very quaint place in a great area. Centrally located for those who are off to adventure. Be sure to make sure you have everything before you leave as it is a bit of a drive into town. The house was perfect for my husband and I. A few more kitchen items would have been nice - the price was definitely budget-friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Darlene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet place in a quiet neighborhood
All is cozy and comfortable. Could us a little updating and it is fairly small. But all and all it was quite relaxing and fit our needs. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good use of space, and great location!
Cute little cottage- loved the 3 lanai spaces. Nothing fancy, but comfortable. Bed was comfy, and the kitchen was adequate- we cooked all our meals there, saved some $$! Great neighborhood- quick walk to Paradise Cliffs, and amazing sunrises. No AC, but easy to keep the cottage a pleasant temp all day. Great base- and easy access to the highway, and points of interest. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ron P., Hollywood, Florida

Serenity on the Puna Coast
A comfy cottage, a few minutes walk to tranquil yet stunningly rough cliffs. Short drive into Hilo, food shopping closer, and about 40 minutes to Volcano NP or Kalpana. Relatively quiet suburban neighborhood with comfortable outdoor sitting areas on three sides. Adequate for light cooking, and a very welcoming return after a day on trails at sea, or touring. We'd definitely return if we visit the area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

Rob P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet, walkable location near lava cliffs, private back porch and yard
After staying in several VRBOs near enough to the highway to hear it 24/7, it was nice to get away to a quiet location (except for the young gals in kitty-corner house that partied all night but it didn't keep us up much; in our sixties, we have to admire their stamina). Comfortable bed, nice to have a private back porch and back yard with some decorations. Not far south to Pahoa with interesting food, shops, and people. Walk about six blocks to a stretch of lava cliffs popular with friendly locals and fisherman who sometime gather for music near sunset. A good neighborhood for walking. Never met Kim but she sent someone over when we needed help with some things.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom F., Missoula, Montana

Outstanding location to use as a base.
The home is very well maintained with many features that make a stay more enjoyable. The kitchen was full of all the utensils and equipment needed to prepare meals. The owner has provided several things that make it easier to be a tourist. There were three outdoor area where morning coffee, or a full bar-be-que could be enjoyed. The home is a great base for exploring the west side of the island. This home is situated just 5 minutes from the shoreline about a 10 minute drive from Hilo. The Volcano National Park is less than an hour away so using this home as a base for exploring the Park is a natural.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Kath O., San Miguel de Allende

Basic
Kelly's very small cottage is extremely overpriced. I would not recommend this property to anyone unless the price were dropped to under $100 per night. It did not feel secure and the bedroom curtains are too thin to provide any privacy. We got ready for bed with the lights off. The cottage looked like it had been furnished with garage sale odds and ends. This would have been acceptable had the price been inline.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brandy J., Eagle Point

Piece of paradise
We absolutely loved this place!!! A little piece of heaven away from home. Had everything we needed for our 2 week stay. Very peaceful with friendly neighbors. The house was extremely clean and is well kept. The snorkel masks were pleasant to have for there weren't many rental places around the area, the binoculars were great for watching whales near Hilo, and the ice chest was great for our day drives to all the hiking our hearts desired. No regular tv or cable to watch but that wasn't a problem for Wifi is provided and we were able to log into our laptops and watch Netflix and so on. There is a wide variety of DVD's for your viewing but a lot of them were scratched and stopped playing in the DVD player. Kelly the owner was very respectable and was able to answer any questions I had in a timely manner. Overall this place was amazing and we would definitely recommend it to our family and friends. Thank you Kelly!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2016

8/10 Good

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location for Two
We came primarily to see the volcano erupting, and this small house was in a great spot. It's not too far from Hilo, and only about 45 minutes from the National Park. It's in a area of nice homes and the ocean is close - we could hear it - but we never had the chance to go to the beach. We especially loved the lanai! It was so comfortable and pretty. We ate all our breakfasts and dinners out there and this is where we spent most of our time when were were at the house. Even though it rained (it WAS the rainy season), the roof was wide enough to keep us dry even when it really poured. The kitchen is equipped with all that you need. The washer/dryer were great to have. It was one feature we looked for when booking, and we ended up really needing them on this trip. Many homes don't have them. If you stay during the rainy season you will need to bring umbrellas. Binoculars were available to take to the Park - we used them! I would suggest you bring a flashlight to use when going to see the volcano erupt at night. This helps when walking on the trails to the overlooks. Seeing the eruption at night should not be missed! We visited the park twice on our three-night stay. There are two quilt stores in the area - one in Hilo, and the other shop on Old Volcano Road. Both are named Kilauea Kreations. The one in Hilo is more fully stocked. We also visited two craft breweries in Hilo - a favorite activity! We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josefa R., Kehl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ohana
Wir haben uns hier sehr wohl gefühlt.auf dem Sofa auf der Veranda haben wir abends das Meerrauschen genossen. Das kleine Häuschen war sauber und hübsch eingerichtet. Und die Gastgeberin war sehr hilfsbereit und entgegenkommend. Mahalo
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Reginald H., Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice place but needs some upgrades and maintenance.
This property has a lot of potential but needs some upgrades and site maintenance. The inside of the property was clean and comfortable but some of the furniture could be upgraded. The yard could use some maintenance and cleanup such as mowing the grass, removing the junk under the back deck and cleaning up and trimming the vegetation. Also some of the outside patio furniture should be replaced or removed. That said, the place was comfortable and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022