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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62421 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Hobby Garden Hawaii
    9 min drive
  • Ha'ena Beach
    25 min drive
  • Port of Hilo
    30 min drive
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    32 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Keaau

When you stay at this vacation home in Keaau, you'll be by the sea and 9 minutes by car from Hobby Garden Hawaii. .This vacation home is 18.4 mi (29.6 km) from Port of Hilo and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Pahoa Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 9 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ha'ena Beach - 25 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 30 min drive - 18.5 miles
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 35 min drive - 20.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blane's Drive Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Liquid Life - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Carrisal Cuisine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Texas Island BBQ - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious ocean-view getaway steps to coast with private hot tub, WiFi, patio

Mele Kai

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Boasting a hot tub, over 2,300 square feet of living space, and panoramic ocean views throughout, an idyllic island retreat await at Mele Kai, a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath getaway located mere steps from the coast. Highlights include a spacious and private primary suite, a gourmet kitchen, and ocean-view alfresco dining. Spend fun-filled days viewing sea turtles at Shipman Beach, sampling the culture and cuisine of nearby Hilo, exploring black sand beaches, or venturing to Hawaii Volcano National Park for an epic geological expedition. At the end of the day, return home to soak in your private hot tub. Unwind into vacation mode under the soaring vaulted ceiling in the living area, furnished with a sofa and two armchairs. In the evening, settle in to enjoy favorite shows on the 60-inch TV. Slide open the glass doors and enjoy the soothing sounds of the waves. Prepare fresh meals in the gourmet kitchen, equipped with granite countertops and a full suite of high-end appliances. While dinner simmers, perch at the island bar with seating for four. When it’s time to eat, gather around the four-person dining table.

This two-story home sleeps six guests in three bedrooms. Find ultimate comfort in the spacious main suite, complete with a stately king bed and walk-in closet, as well as a private lanai with seating for two and panoramic ocean views. The en-suite bathroom is configured with a double vanity and a walk-in shower with custom stonework. The two guest rooms are both furnished with a full-size bed. The guest bathroom includes an enchanting outdoor shower with two showerheads. A half bath provides added convenience. Start the day with fresh Kona coffee and inspiring ocean views on the back lanai. In the evening, dine alfresco at the outdoor table, which seats four comfortably. End the day with a soak in your ocean-view hot tub, located on the screened lanai. Extra perks include complimentary WiFi and a washer/dryer.

Things to know
This home does not have air conditioning.

Hawaii Tax ID GE182-633-4720-01

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, ecotours nearby, and snorkeling nearby. Recreational activities include surfing/body boarding nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vacasa of Hawaii

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,421 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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-182-633-4720-01, GE-182-633-4720-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Secluded Family Friendly House
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Spacious ocean-view getaway steps to coast with private hot tub, WiFi, patio Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Nice
Stayed 23 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
They
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great stay!
Take note..we would definitely stay here again. Large home well appointed and generally very clean. Pro's..listen to the ocean 24/7, although close to public access, we felt very safe here, and well away from tourist traffic. Cons..its out there a bit, no stores nearby to grab the little things you forgot. Like I said earlier, generally very clean, but we found a big dead bug as we put our bags down when entering the property which taking into consideration where you are, its kind of to be expected. Would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Custom home in Excellent Location
We loved hearing the Ocean every night. Walk from home to Makuu and Puna Trail for hiking. Walk out backyard to sit on lava with ocean views. Feel lucky to see whales and sea turtles from there. The entire home was perfect especially outdoor and walk in bathrooms. Mahalo Mele Kai.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really liked this place
The location of this place is great, we love this neighborhood. We first stayed here about 8 years ago. There have been some very nice upgrades to it since then. New mattress, couch, outdoor furniture and ceiling fans. Place was clean, plenty of starter products and toiletries that got us the 2 of us through the week. Sunrises from the lanai were fantastic. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
It was a beautiful, quite spot. Enjoyed everything. The locals here are wonderful
Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles (Cy) P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A spectacular location
A lovely, spacious house with a view of a spectacular rugged coastline. Between the property and ocean is a road which is great for walking and jogging. The house includes a huge master bedroom and bath, along with two smaller but adequate bedrooms, and a hot tub in a room off the living room. If you want a swimming beach, go to a luxury hotel near Kona on the other side of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
This place was a dream! Close enough to adventure & town if we needed, yet completely felt like our own oasis. Very clean & comfortable. When we come back, this is where we’ll stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet spot with coastal views
We (two couples) really enjoyed our stay at this house, especially the quiet location, ocean views, lovely birds, nearby hikes, and the big common areas where we could hang out in the spacious living room, large kitchen, or ocean-facing patio. We cooked a lot together and had everything we needed, though maybe could add a few large serving bowls and a pitcher for iced drinks. The beds and sectional sofa were very comfortable. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Peace Retreat
This charming house, within a moment's walk of the cliffside and ocean, is in a fairly remote location. At first we wondered if it was too remote, but by the 2nd day we were there we were delighted with the peace, and comforted that a modest drive got us to anything we wanted to see, and any services we needed. That said, there is often traffic on the highway from Hilo that did make travel a bit of a drag. The house was meticulously clean and organized. Loads of towels, comfortable bed and excellent appliances, (with the exception of a toaster oven in need of replacement). We loved waking to the sounds of the surf and the birds, and taking sunrise walks along the cliff, watching the waves roll in. A perfect place for rest and restore, and within 30 minutes of the Volcano National Park.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property has severe water pressure problems
This was our third time staying at this property and we love it! BUT it has severe water pressure problems. At first we found that we could only use one water fixture at a time. So do not use a sink or flush a toilet anywhere in the entire 3 bedroom with 2.5 bathrooms while you are showering or you will be standing there with only a dribble of water in the shower. This is ridiculous for such a nice and relatively (at least for our family) expensive property. But we dealt with this for a couple of days until I took a dribble shower with no other water running in the house (I was policing the entire family). At which point I complained to the property manager. They sent a technician and we were told that they cleaned a filter and when we used the water next it was LOVELY without any concerns of multiple water fixture use. This should be better managed by the property!!! We were given a very small discount for our inconvenience. Only other minor complaint were the master bedroom windows which have a direct view of the ocean - if you could see out of them! They are so covered in what I imagine is salt water buildup that they are more opaque. Which is a shame because it is such a amazing view. None of this is to say we would not stay here again. BUT definitely contact the rental company immediately if any plumbing issues - don’t wait like we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaii Gem
The property and the location were fantastic. The only real problem is any type of restaurants or grocery stores are 25 minutes away so arrangements need to be made to stock up on food and beverages prior to checking in or face a 50 minute round trip drive over the same roads you just traveled. I have stayed at several Vrbos and this facility did not have as many of the minor items such as a bag of coffee, waxed paper, salt, pepper, etc. many small items you would only use one or twice and hate to pay for and not take home because of size. Other than this one feature, the facility is perfect for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deby C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house. Great location and quiet neighborhood. Picture on VRBO depict the property perfectl
Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R., California

Liked: Cleanliness
Oceanview home
This house is well-located between Hilo and Volcano National Park, half a block from the ocean and cliffs, and It is a very comfortable and easy house to be in, with spacious rooms, a large kitchen and gorgeous views (and sounds) of the ocean. The house is tucked away at the end of a long road in a residential neighborhood so come prepared with groceries, including pantry items (salt/pepper, oil, etc) or drive 20 + minutes for supplies. Many good restaurants located 20+ minutes away. We had a great time here and recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home
Home is very big & view is amazing. Wasn’t to happy with a lot of things in home, such as a few unfinished details like the pool. No listing of a unfinished/under construction to home was given. Bathrooms don’t have curtains/blinds that May expose us showering. A lot more but don’t want to list then
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dirk v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Hilo Property
This was a wonderful stay and we really enjoyed the property! We initially did not receive our check-in info and the property manager did not respond to our in-app messages, but once we called the property manager we were helped quickly and the necessary information was sent to us. I would highly recommend staying at this property because it is spacious, close to the ocean, and close to activities and food. Thank you, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T., Harvard, MA

Third trip
This is the third time we have stayed at Mele Kai.
Stayed 24 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M., San Dimas, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Near perfect vacation rental
We had a few snafus with check-in, but the property manager was very responsive and able to provide a solu†ion within 10 minutes. The electrical on the lanai, as well as a few other areas including the hot †ub, kep† shorting out randomly un†il we called it into the management company who fixed the issue during the middle of our stay. The hot tub, by the way, was in a screened area, which was nice, had we been able to use it. The property is in a residential area a good distance form the main highway, and about 20 minutes from Hilo. The nearest coffee shop is more than 6 miles away. Ultimately, the location worked for us in †hat we traveled mainly on †he east side of the island, including Volcano. The house is bigger than it looks. Don' arrive after dark, however--it's very dark except for a small mo†ion light. The house is set back from the ocean cliffs and there are a row of palm trees partially blocking the view, bu† to also provide privacy. If you are an A/C person, be prepared for no A/C in humid Hawaiian weather. The house has ceiling fans in each room. We heard the coqui frogs each night (sound like birds) and the ocean crashing on †he cliffs abou† 50 yards out. There is a back access road, which locals use to access the shoreline, but o†her than an occasional light at night, didn't find it disrup†ive or concerning, nor was it busy. You can;† blame the locals for parking there, as the view is amazing at the cliff line. Most everything was immaculate. None of the screen doors lock. All windows work well. Some back yard landscaping is in order, †hough I loved the path †ø †he gate using coconuts †hat fell from †he tree on †he premises. Ultimately, we felt very comfortable in the house and it had a great feel. Our 12 and 13 year old daugh†ers enjoyed their rooms, which were downstairs. The master is upstairs. By the end of our stay, we did no† want to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim K., Urbandale, Iowa

Unique home with great ocean lava cliff views of sunrise
While remote location, this house was really cool, spacious and lovely views from the lanai. Short walk to the cliffs overlooking the ocean and great spot to watch the sunrises on the lava. Well stocked kitchen and soft beds. Master suite is amazing, and the outdoor shower for the downstairs bedrooms was certainly invigorating...quite chilly air in the morning but nice hot water! Pretty easy to find location, but glad we did it in the daytime the first day- it seems like you drive forever down a hilly street with no lighting. We never found the guestbook to sign, but would have said thank you- we enjoyed our stay! One suggestion-light on exterior door would have been helpful to retrieve the key from lockbox each night...it was a little finicky to maneuver in the dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Annie V.

Huge house...nice local feel.
Mele Kai was a good House. It’s huge open floor plan was great..the HotTub on the screened in porch off the kitchen living area was nice to have...good for relaxing even when it’s raining out(which was most of the time) there is a nice local feel to the property. Big master suite with cool views...overall a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T., Harvard, MA

Beautiful location; airy and spacious home
We loved the location, just across the street from lava cliffs overlooking the ocean. About 25 minutes from Hilo and 45 minutes from the visitor center at Hawaii Volcano National Park, it is convenient yet out of the way. Pleasant walks to Kaloli Point or Maku'u point on days you don't feel like driving. The beach park across the street can get noisy in the late afternoon or early evening, but usually quiets down when it gets dark.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jaime R.

We loved this property!
We loved our stay, the property and location were amazing. We hope to rent this home again in the future. Water pressure took some getting used to, but I’m just assuming that’s what a rain water system is like. The only two issues were the oven door and the washer held a mildew smell. I think the door needs to be left open. The property management company worked well with us as well. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Brian M.

Great house to get away from it all.
This house is beautifully designed and constructed. The open layout is great for vacations. The huge master bath with walk-in shower made mornings a treat. The custom tile work was very Island appropriate. Features we especially enjoyed were the wifi, laundry, and that there were enough basics like condiments and paper products to get us started. The views were awesome and we loved falling asleep to the rhythm of the surf. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe and secure. We saw whales playing a couple hundred yards offshore. That was a treat. I probably would have gone 5 stars except for the appliances that are in desparate need of upgrading. We tried to re-heat some pizza we brought from a restaurant in Pahoa, but the hinge was broken on the oven door and we could not get it to close. Also, the oven door had baked on crud on the outside and peeling coating. The toaster should just be tossed. And the refrigerator has a failing compressor unit that knocks 3 or 4 times when it cycles off. The first time we heard it do that was the night we checked in and it sounded like someone knocking on a window! The location is beautiful but a long way from stores or restaurants. We mostly eat out on vacation, so this was not great for us. But, it was closer to the items of interest on the south part of the island, like Volcanoes NP, so for that it was good. Despite the appliances, which I am sure will be fixed at some point, we loved it here and would definitely consider it if we visit the Big Island again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., United States

Great place to view the giant surf from the past week.
Loved this house. It has a LOT of room and nobody feels cramped or crowded. Just close enough to the sea to get the soothing sounds at night and no need for AC with the breezes. The only downside was the oven had a few issues with the door, and the hot tub had a heavy chemical smell, so we avoided it. No need for it anyway, because we found it a perfect place to get to everything on that side of the island. Short drive to the botanical garden, and not far to the Volcano or lava trees.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T., Harvard, MA

Fantastic location with wonderful view of the ocean. Beautiful house.
High ceilings kept the house cool. Generous roof overhangs kept the rain from the windows. We enjoyed the hot tub! We've already booked our next visit.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2018