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Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views

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Starry, starry night over the View House
Watch whales and dolphins from your private bench overlooking Pacific Ocean
The View House
A spacious, lovely kitchen with view of Hawaii foliage. Looking mauka.
The kitchen island looking makai.
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Map
Honokaa, HI
  • Popular LocationHamakua Heritage Corridor1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaipio Valley Lookout7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaipio Beach11 min drive
  • AirportKailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views



LATEST NEWS: VOLCANO ERUPTION AND COVID

(updated 6/28/21)

THE VOLCANO: The volcano eruption has little effect on our part of the island. The eruption is on the other end of the Island from our location. The trade winds blow most of the smoke to the southern end of the Island and has no impact on us at all. If the trade winds abate, we might temporarily get a little vog (fog plus smog). Otherwise, know that you are safe with us.

COVID: Beginning March 26, 2022, there will be no COVID-related requirements for arriving domestic passengers. Travelers arriving in Hawaii directly from international airports must still comply with U.S. federal requirements; consult with your airline.

Keep checking as rules are changing.

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The View House is the epitome of graciousness, peace, quiet, and privacy. It is a tropical oasis on three acres of manicured grounds, fragrant flowers, and tropical fruit trees. The predominant colors are the crystal-clear blue sky, countless shades of tropical green foliage, and the deep blue-green ocean. The oxygen-rich air reaches the estate untainted over 2500 miles of the Pacific. The sunlight actually sparkles in the air at times. All these elements taken together create a Garden of Eden that you will never want to leave.

From the large, sweeping lanai (deck), Maui can be seen in the distance across the Pacific. The View House is a lovingly renovated and updated sugar company's employee's house, retaining the feel of a bygone era. Superbly crafted and furnished with tropical bamboo and teak furniture, it offers an elegant and light-filled space.

All water running into the house comes from deep Island aquifers and is double-filtered and pure. Floors are hardwood and tile. The house features a lovely bathroom with a soaking tub, a large, fully-equipped kitchen with Mexican counter tops, a master bedroom with a queen bed and ocean view, a small bedroom with twin beds and garden view, and a fold-out queen bed in the living room.

For even deeper relaxation, guests at the View House have exclusive use of our spa. Our infrared sauna, hot tub, and cold tub sit on totally private decks, surrounded by lime and moringa trees. Guests will find an additional shower room and water closet in the adjoining tiled breezeway.

The View House is our only rental. We are a small, private operation and offer a serene, safe, exceptionally clean environment in “old Hawaii,” off the beaten track. There is one other house on the 3-acre property where the property managers reside. They will be available should you need anything during your stay. The caretaker lives in a small trailer at the far corner of the property.

We are 4 miles from spectacular Waipio Valley and 4 miles from a historic small “sugar town” with all amenities. We are an hour from Kona and an hour from Hilo, making both sides of the Island accessible. The most common feedback we get is that the home and property are more beautiful than the photos.

If you are coming to the Big Island in search of beauty, peace, serenity, relaxation, and rejuvenation, you have found what you are looking for! Our part of the island still expresses traditional Hawaiian “Aloha,” and the View House is the culmination of your quest.

Please Note: The listed price is for two guests per night. There is an additional charge of $15/night per guest over two. For example, 3 total guests would incur a charge of $15 extra per night, 4 total guests would incur a charge of $30 extra per night, and so on…

Cameras: A camera inside the garage monitors the driveway.

Keywords: House, Vacation Rental, Private, Spa, Hot Tub, Sauna, Hawaii, Big Island, naturopathic

Property manager

Marcel Hernandez
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Languages

English, Japanese, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children love to graze in the orchard.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are provisions for smokers in the carport.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Property Registration Number GE-157-521-5104-02, TA-157-521-5104-02

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Honokaa

Located in Honokaa, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Waipio Valley Lookout, while Kahilu Theatre and Keck Observatory are cultural highlights. Hamakua Fudge Shop and Hawaiian Vanilla Company are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Map
Honokaa, HI

What's nearby

  • Hamakua Heritage Corridor - 1 min walk
  • Waipio Valley Lookout - 7 min drive
  • Waipio Beach - 11 min drive
  • Hiilawe Waterfall - 24 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tex Drive In & Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Honokaa Public House - 7 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Tea - 16 min drive
  • Harmoni Foods - 6 min drive
  • Gramma's Kitchen - 6 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect view to wake up to
This was the perfect stay on the Big Island! You can’t beat that view!!! We were worried about the location, but even though it meant a bit of a drive everywhere, it was such a peaceful place to come back to after a busy day. The house had everything we needed; beach umbrella, beach chair, boogie boards, a cooler bag, ice packs and more. The house was comfortable and had enough room for the 4 of us to spread out. The hot tub was very relaxing. Host was quick to respond to my message.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
We had the most wonderful stay at this beautiful home! This home was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our time here! The view of the ocean was beautiful especially from the deck! We thoroughly enjoyed the orchard with oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes! The hot tub was great and very private and clean! We loved it here so much that we’ve booked another stay next year!!! Mahalo!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical
The profile photo is so appropriate. Seeing the stars and the Milky Way (our) Galaxy from the hot tub is beyond words! Ask Marcel or Connie to give you a tour of their property. The various fruit and spice trees and bushes are so interesting and delicious. Please note that the 2nd washroom is downstairs en route to sauna and hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful tropical paradise
The View House is a slice of Hawaiian paradise. Tasteful decor in such a lovely setting, with orchards to stroll through and an amazing view. The kitchen was well equipped, and the house was spacious. We loved our three nights there and would go back in a heart beat. Communication was excellent with the property owner, and directions to the rental were complete.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great place
The property was great. Clean. Functional. Comfy. Based on the pictures we were looking for a place a little more away from neighbors and this isn’t that. Neighbors are right close because the property is long and narrow BUT the way the yard is bordered by trees/other plant life you do get privacy. I feel like a picture of the parking area would make the house easier to find so you would know what you are looking for street side.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marcel Hernandez

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My wife, Connie, and I are both Naturopathic Physicians and maintain a small, part-time office on the property. We see patients and tend the organic orchards and gardens. Our dear friends, Marcus and Shigeko Bachino, work with us in providing unobtrusive support, when needed. It is a blessing to live in this special place and be so closely in touch with the land. We welcome all visitors with warm aloha and invite them to partake in the healing, restorative energies that are so tangible everywhere on the property.

Why they chose this property

We looked for land to purchase in Hawaii for more than 10 years before we found this little piece of paradise. When we bought it, it had two aging plantation houses in need of extreme TLC. Our close friends thought we were nuts. Many years later, even Hawaii-born visitors marvel at the beauty and magic that are so tangible everywhere on the property.
Special places with benches invite visitors to stop and breathe in the beauty. Fruit tree loaded with their bounty are perfect for grazing.

What makes this property unique

Imagine that you wake up in the morning to the songs of tropical birds. The sunrise is filtering through the palms, jacaranda and orchid trees, creating shadow patterns on the walls of your bedroom. The soft, gentle rain that fell through part of the night created a soothing cadence on the metal roof of your lovely quarters. You have slept well. Sliding open the large glass door, you step from your bedroom out onto the lanai, take a deep breath of pure ocean air, do a few stretches and gaze out over the deep blues of the Pacific Ocean. The trade winds are light. It is a sparkling clear day. Across the channel, Maui is shrouded in a slight mist. Donning a sarong, you walk down the lanai steps into the orchard to collect your fruit salad. A couple of ripe papayas, a passion fruit or two and a starfruit tumble into your harvest basket. A hand of tasty apple bananas awaits you on the kitchen counter. A huge, round butter avocado and a couple of Tahitian limes complete your breakfast. What to do after breakfast? Should you pack a picnic lunch and hike 40 minutes through the miles of preserve bordering the estate to the spectacular coastal views from the cliffs overlooking the ocean? Perhaps a beach trip to the legendary Waipio Valley, just four miles away? Or a 5-minute trip into town to browse the galleries and have a cup of tea? There are so many things to see and do on the island, like visiting the volcano, driving up to the Mauna Kea observatories, exploring the lush drive to Hilo. Maybe you'll just lie in the hammock for a while and think about it. Or lounge in the spa. After all, it is a gorgeous day, and you are here to relax and rejuvenate.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Japanese

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