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Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo

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A wooden deck with a view of the sunset, a wicker chair, and a potted plant.
A house with a blue roof, a garden with various plants, and a view of the ocean.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded towel, a vase with a flower, and a lit candle on a wooden nightstand.
A bathroom with a white sink, a toilet, a mirror, and a shower area with a dark tiled wall.
A kitchen with a view of the ocean, a coffee maker, a microwave, a sink, and cabinets.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$384
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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Papaaloa Avenue, HI
  • Place, Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hakalau Beach Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Zip Isle Zip Line
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the area

Papaaloa

At this holiday home, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and 6.9 km (4.3 mi) from Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a TV, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Change of bedsheets is available on request .Attractions in proximity to this Papaaloa holiday home include Mauna Kea and Port of Hilo.
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What's nearby

  • Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Hakalau Beach Park - 11 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Zip Isle Zip Line - 11 min drive - 18.9 km
  • World Botanical Gardens - 11 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 25 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laupahoehoe Farmers Market - ‬3 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.

Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo

Wake to 180° ocean views and sunrise from your own private covered lanai, a roofed Hawaiian porch, on Hawaii's Hamakua Coast. This is a boutique one-bedroom cottage built for couples and solo travelers who want privacy, quiet, and the real Big Island, just 30 minutes from Hilo.

HAMAKUA SUNRISE COTTAGES: A boutique country escape on the Hamakua Coast

Nestled in lush tropical surroundings above the ocean, our cottage offers panoramic sunrise and ocean views, complete privacy, and an easy walk to friendly Papaaloa town and the Papaaloa Country Store. It is ideal for couples, honeymooners, and solo travelers, including female travelers, looking for a safe and serene retreat.

1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 2

THE SPACE
- Queen bed with light-blocking curtains for deep sleep
- Ensuite bathroom with hot shower, towels, and toiletries
- Private kitchenette for light meals, great for vegetarian, vegan, and local-food lovers
- Smart flat-screen TV and high-speed WiFi throughout
- Ceiling fan (no A/C needed at our cool 500 ft elevation)
- Private on-site parking and contactless self check-in
- First aid kit and fire extinguisher on site

YOUR PRIVATE LANAI (COVERED PORCH)
Your covered ocean-view lanai is the heart of the cottage. Sip Kona coffee at sunrise, watch for whales in winter, do morning yoga, or unwind with an evening drink under the stars. The setting is tropical and secluded, surrounded by fruit trees, yet only minutes from town.

Seasonal fruit trees on the grounds include lychee, banana, longan, coconut, breadfruit, mulberry, tangerine, and soursop (guanabana). You are welcome to pick what is in season.

WHY GUESTS LOVE IT
- Panoramic ocean and sunrise views every morning from your lanai
- Tropical, secluded setting that still feels close to Hilo and local shops
- Consistently praised in reviews for safety, cleanliness, and attentive hosts
- Walkable to the Papaaloa Country Store for groceries, local plates, and Kona coffee

EXPLORE THE HAMAKUA COAST
- Hilo town and Hilo airport: 30 minutes
- Laupahoehoe Beach Park (tide pools, big-wave watching): 10 minutes
- Akaka Falls, Umauma Falls, ziplining, and botanical gardens: 15 minutes
- Kalopa State Park hiking trails: 15 minutes
- Waipio Valley and historic Honokaa town: 20 minutes
- Volcanoes National Park: about 1 hour 15 minutes
- Kona airport (scenic drive via Waimea and Honokaa): about 1 hour 45 minutes

GOOD TO KNOW
- This is an adults-focused couples and solo retreat. For safety, our grounds include an unfenced deck and a pond, so the cottage is not suitable for children or infants.
- This is one of three cottages on the property. The yard, deck, and outdoor lounge are shared with other guests; your cottage, lanai, and bathroom are private.
- We sit at about 500 ft elevation on the windward coast. Temperatures stay around 67 to 81°F with constant trade winds, so no air conditioning is needed.
- Being on the windward side, we stay clear of vog even during volcanic activity, and Lava Zone 8 keeps us safe from eruptions. You get some of the cleanest air anywhere.
- Nature is close. You may spot harmless geckos, wild chickens, or hear coqui frogs at night. Hawaii has no snakes and no venomous wildlife.
- We recommend drinking bottled water during your stay.
- On-site laundry is available for longer stays.
- A local guidebook with waterfalls, black-sand beaches, scenic drives, and food spots is provided.

As a registered Hawaii vacation rental, we are required to keep basic guest records, including names and valid government-issued IDs for all adult guests. This is like a standard hotel check-in and keeps us compliant with local law, taxes, and emergency procedures.

Mahalo for helping us keep your stay safe, legal, and stress-free.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Tennis

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

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 600 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number W87272577-01, TA-017-079-0912-01

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Tiki Cottage With Oceanviews Sunrise Stargazing Whalewatching

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo?

The closest beach to Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo is Honoli'i Beach Park (28 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo?

As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo on 5 Oct 2026 start from AU$384, 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.

Does Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo?

No, Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo?

No, pets are not allowed.

Big Island Cottage for Two, Ocean Views & Private Covered Lanai near Hilo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great glamping experience !! Cute cabin, Super clean, Well stocked . Great scenery and awesome sunrises !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Hamakua Sunrise

What a beautiful setting! Perfect base for exploring the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We got there late and had trouble finding but overall quite pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason d.

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

Anniversary getaway

The property was beautiful and I really enjoyed the peacefulness. The views of the sunrise were amazing and the smell of the fruit trees with the gentle breeze blowing made for a super relaxing experience. The cottage was well maintained and had its own sweet charm to it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

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

Cute farm, great ocean views

Property was a little hard to find at first but after communicating with the owner it met expectations. Wonderful out of town experience, farm was peaceful and quiet , rain was soothing, overall a great a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rae T.

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

Peaceful and cozy

This was by far the best place we stayed out of 2 other places. We loved the cottage feel and the morning sunrise was awesome!I wished we booked another night, my husband slept great and that was a plus! If/when we return we will make this a place to visit again. If you want to feel like Hawaii this is a perfect spot to get the vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved it! A rural Hawaii experience! Clean and had everything we needed. Very cool farm to explore. The country store is neat with live music on the weekends.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Peaceful Cottage with Ocean View

Great cottage on a quite farm with views of the ocean looking east so great for watching the sunrise. Very clean and well equipped living areas; kitchen was great for cooking easy meals. Host were great too, hands off but easy to communicate with. Farm fresh eggs, coffee and produce available at request and reasonable prices. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy R.

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

Small, but had all the essentials.

When all three cottages are rented out, the parking can be a bit challenging. For someone who is not about the glitz and glam of a high end hotel, this is perfect. Love the sounds of all the farm animals in the evening and early morning. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thad G.

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

Quite quiet

Sound bath frogs rain birds cows peaceful ocean in the distance good stuff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely Cottage tucked away on Hamakua Coast

We enjoyed our brief one night stay at the Tiki Cottage (I think it was called?) Our hosts were quiet and busy with their farm work. We were not successful in following the printed directions to the waterfall hike. Beautiful views and gorgeous sunrise 🌅
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Perfect property

The owners checked in often to make sure we had everything we needed. The cabin was clean and the bed was comfortable. The view was incredible. This is a prime location for dinner at the Country Store-which I highly recommend as the food is yummy and they have live music. The property is close to several waterfalls and the cow sanctuary where you can literally hug cows! We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Beautiful and quiet

Everything was beautiful and clean. Looks just like the pictures. Only problem was that I didn't have service and the internet wouldn't connect correctly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Randy M.

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

Over all good experience

Unit had a nice view, airy, plenty of room. Had some problems with kitchen appliances working properly. Didn’t realize from the listing it was a shared bathroom. Vehicle noise at night was a bit loud.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen R.

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

Tranquil Getaway!

The location feels quite remote but is quite easy to get to and on a very lush and green part of the island. Excellent check in instructions from the host. The situation is simple and affordable and very low stress. We were able to get away from our cares and relax! Never noticed the guests in the cottage next door. Everything with our cottage was as I had hoped... except that the shower took so long to heat up that I thought there was no hot water, and then when it did, it didn't stay the same temp. But overall a lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Peaceful Tiki Cottage

This was a favorite stay for us. Wonderful relaxing property with ocean view and cooling breezes. We also loved the nearby Papa’aloa Country Store and cafe. We will definitely come back here if we visit the Big Island again. Sidra and Chris were gracious hosts, and the eggs from their farm were delicious. Cell service was spotty. Be sure to screen shot a detailed map from Google BEFORE you get to Papa’aloa, and arrive in daylight. Messages from the owners don’t necessarily get through, especially after working hours. Also, don’t expect a luxury retreat. Our Tiki Cottage was clean and comfortable, if a little spare. Expect to relax and enjoy the communal farm property (there are a few cottages) and leave refreshed and happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place wasn’t even discoverable! We couldn’t find it. I stopped at several places including that general store. No one heard of it! Hours and hours of driving in such a remote area. No signal to communicate with anyone! In the dark. You can’t check in til 4. The address was just impossible
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

little cabin

The grounds and the view are great, the cabin has been partially restored. It was a very rustic kitchen set-up, but we made it work. Only real problem were ants. They could find a single grain of sugar anywhere.We named the rooster that hangs around there Hei-Hei. We also had the gecko brothers who kept sneaking into kitchen.The pond has toads in it and they sing at night, counted 6 one night. The water lily bloomed while we were there.The temp on the water heater needs to be turned up a little, it is just above warm.Feeding the chickens every morning was fun, they got to know me when I come walking up they all come running.Made it down to the stream and waterfalls a couple of times, absolutely beautiful. The hike down it not for the inexperience hiker, loose and steep, but worth it if you are able to do it. Cold water.Papaaloa store is a great place to stop in, they have a little of everything. They have a cafe and Fri. and Sat. nights they have live music.5:30-7:30, great food and nice people.I would definitely stay here again, would like to see this cabin after it is fully renovated.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Alysia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where do I even begin with how DISGUSTING this place is. I get that it is a "farm" but I didn't realize I was going to be living like an animal in BUGS and SQUALOR. I wish I could add photos to this review as a fair warning to all. I understand a few bugs getting in the room, its a humid, jungly habitat, but the host didn't even bother to clean up the THOUSANDS of dead bugs all over the floor, the counters, the window.. Then the live ones crawling all over the bed and my luggage. I fled the scene as soon as I could secure another room and just ate the $500 I spent. IT WAS THAT BAD. I would have rather used a public toilet seat as a pillow than spent another night here. But if you would like to see an advanced civilization of insects on the verge of establishing democracy and higher education then this is the place for you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Z.

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

Wonderful

We really enjoyed staying here! So much that we were sad we only booked one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shawn H.

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

Cute

This cottage is darling, and off the beaten path for sure! Thankfully the host was available to stay on the phone while we found the place in the dark. We were very grateful for that! Unfortunately, the next night when the power went out to the bathroom cottage, they were unresponsive. We were left to shower by cell phone flashlight, but the water was warm and we were in Hawaii, so it wasn't terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

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

Amazing stay!

The sunrise ocean views here are an amazing way to start any day. The communication with the host was a little lacking, but the beautiful location more than made up for it. We stayed in one of their 3 cabins with a short walk to the bathroom and a our own protected outdoor kitchen. We really enjoyed the eggs and fruit from the site and sitting and enjoying the endless views. I would definitely recommend this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mathilde

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice property if you want to connect with nature! The water can be poor sometimes but it's part of the experience! Super cute place with nice beds and kitchen with everything you need! The communication with the owner was not that unfortunately :/
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edward T.

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

Platform needed better cleaning . Table and floor was dirty

All in all it was a ok to stay. Website made seem like the chicken eggs were free
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Michele

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
“Cottage” is a generous description. Rustic accommodations with few amenities. Shared bathroom. No lights at night to show the way to the room. Not at all peaceful. Dogs barking a good portion of the night. Cut our stay short…left after one night to find a hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021