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Hilo's most secluded luxurious ocean front estate

Hilo's most secluded luxurious ocean front estate

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One of Hawaii's most luxurious and secluded estates on 16 acres in Hilo, HI
Main outside dinning area
Sit and relax, read a book, play a board game, watch TV or simply enjoy nature
A sunny Hilo day with views of Hilo Bay and maybe even a humpback whale
View from Breezeway between Main House and Cottage

Overview of Hilo's most secluded luxurious ocean front estate

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Papaikou, HI
  • Popular LocationHawaii Tropical Botanical Garden18 min walk
  • Popular LocationRainbow Falls12 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo13 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)17 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest House (Ohana Unit)

Main House Guest Bedroom

Main House Master Suite

3 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest House (Ohana Unit) Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master En Suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hilo's most secluded luxurious ocean front estate

Welcome to one of Hawaii’s most secluded luxurious ocean front estates! Our family vacation home is situated on a 16 acre heart of palm plantation and is located on the Scenic Route, just minutes from downtown Hilo.


Upon entering the gated estate, you will feel like you have left the stresses of life behind. The property is surrounded by breathtaking ocean vistas and open agricultural lands which create a sense of privacy and seclusion. As you turn off the scenic route, you will drive down a spectacular driveway and see a beautifully hand crafted cliff top plantation style home, which is completely off grid.
Our ocean front estate is 15 minutes from the Hilo international airport and 10 minutes from downtown Hilo. Hilo town is home to the infamous Hilo Farmer’s Market, Astronomy Center, University of Hawaii Hilo, Hilo Medical Center (hospital), numerous restaurants, shopping, water falls, botanical gardens, horseback riding tours, zip lines and more. The World famous Volcano National Park is also within an hour drive of the estate.

MAIN HOUSE WITH SEPARATE GUEST HOUSE(OHANA SUITE):
$475/nt 2 nt min for 6 people, cleaning fee $250
*SPECIAL PRICING APPLIES FOR MERRIE MONARCH, HOLIDAYS & SPECIAL EVENTS(maximum of 25 guest), PLEASE INQUIRE

MAIN HOUSE:
MASTER SUITE
A vanishing 15’ window opens up to a spectacular unobstructed 270’ ocean view. Fall asleep to the soothing sounds of the waves crashing on the cliff in a comfortable king sized bed with soft cotton sheets. The expansive room also offers a desk, chair, ceiling fan and TV. The master bedroom is connected to the wrap around veranda where you can enjoy your morning coffee and awaken to the smell of tropical flowers. Two separate closets in the bedroom hallway provide plenty of space and privacy for your comfort.

MASTER EN SUITE BATHROOM
The spacious Master bathroom boasts his and her vanities with walk in shower, dual shower heads including a rain shower overlooking views of the estate. Shampoo, hair conditioner, hand soap, TP, and plenty of towels are all provided.

GUEST BEDROOM
Enjoy a comfortable King sized bed with soft cotton sheets, 2 bedside tables with reading lamps, ceiling fan, and handcrafted mango and eucalyptus wood entertainment table. There is also a spacious closet for your comfort.

GUEST BATHROOM
The guest bathroom is shared by both the 2nd bedroom and the main house. It has a tub/shower, sink/vanity and toilet. Shampoo, hair conditioner, hand soap, TP, and plenty of towels are all provided.

LIVING SPACE AND KITCHEN
Surrounded by unobstructed views of the ocean, the great room kitchen/living room is truly the heartbeat of the home. Decorated with a contemporary casual beachy feel, the living room is accented with gallery artwork by renowned Hawaii artist and offers a comfortable couch with a large flat screen TV (DISH TV) and plenty of seating. Windows abound throughout the great room] concept with spectacular views of Hilo and the Hamakua coastline. There is a very large reclaimed wood dining table with 8 chairs, as well as 3 counter stools. The living room also offers a wood burning fire place to create a romantic environment for the occasional chilly night. A sound system is wired throughout the house and lanai. Making this the perfect home for entertaining or relaxing with your family, the gourmet kitchen with commercial gas stove, large island, and convection oven complete the space.

WRAP AROUND DECK
The home is surrounded by a spacious wrap around deck which offers a comfortable outdoor seating arrangement as well as a solid teak table which can host 8 guests comfortably. The dramatic views of the crashing waves on the Hamakua coastline can be seen from every seat on the verandah. The deck is a perfect place to watch the Hilo sunrise and the whales breaching in the winter months.

LAUNDRY ROOM
New front loading energy efficient Washer and Dryer.

OTHER:
Iron & Board, Hair Dryer Shampoo, Conditioner, Hand soap, Dish soap, Laundry soap, and Dishwasher soap available.

MAIN HOUSE KITCHEN:
Includes: Regular Coffee Maker, French Press, Espresso Machine, Stainless Steel Cookware and some essential condiments. Cooking Utensils, plenty of bowls and plates, glasses and flatware, Dishwasher, Gas stove top with 4 burners, overhead exhaust, full-sized Convection Oven, Toaster Oven, Refrigerator/Freezer combo, Microwave and Toaster.

SEPARATE GUEST HOUSE (OHANA UNIT-Included in nightly rate) -
A short walk down a beautifully landscaped covered breezeway provides access to a private guest house complete with its own bedroom, living space, bathroom and TV.
The guest house offers a comfortable queen sized bed with soft cotton sheets, ceiling fan, chair, bedside table, reading lamp, pineapple dining table which seats four, and a pull out Italian leather coach that turns into a queen sized bed. The living space opens up through sliding glass doors to a private lanai where you can sit and read or listen to the native birds and enjoy views of the spacious estate and Hamakua coastline. Kitchen includes: sink, basic dish & flatware, microwave & toaster oven. No washer/dryer.

GUEST HOUSE BATHROOM (OHANA UNIT)
The bathroom offers a full walk in shower with vanity, sink, toilet, and incredible views of Mauna Kea. Shampoo, hair conditioner, hand soap, TP, and plenty of towels are all provided.

PORT COCHERE
There is a spacious covered entry which accommodates two cars.

DRINKING WATER
The water on property is provided by the County of Hawaii from a nearby aquifer and is filtered through the refrigerator for drinking.

HUMPBACK WHALES
In front of our home, the ocean is very deep. The bays along the Hamakua coast provide a safe haven for Humpback whales. The birthing and mating months (December - April) are excellent times for hearing humpback whales at night, and of course seeing them by day.

Linens Provided:
Luxurious sheets are all 100% cotton, 400 thread count or higher. Towels are plentiful.

Internet:
Wi-Fi. Password is given at check-in. It is in the 'house book' with LOTS of other information.

Telephone:
No landline telephone available, we recommend you use cell phones (excellent coverage) and/or internet.

Outdoor Grill:
Charcoal Grill

Property manager

Steve Shropshire
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number TA-208-811-8272-01, GE-208-811-8272-01

About the area

Papaikou

Located in Papaikou, this vacation home is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and Wailuku River State Park, while Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Onomea Tea Company Estate and Panaewa Rainforest Zoo. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Papaikou, HI

What's nearby

  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 18 min walk
  • Honoli'i Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Coconut Island Park - 12 min drive
  • Rainbow Falls - 12 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hula Hula's - 12 min drive
  • Cafe Pesto - 9 min drive
  • Kozmic Cones - 10 min drive
  • Puka Puka Kitchen - 9 min drive
  • Tina's Garden Gourmet Cafe - 9 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

chris s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect setting on Hamakua coast
The house is on a spectacular and large and very private acreage The house is very comfortable, though we spent most of our time on the lanai watchin the dawn or the whales or the porpoises. We have rented most of the high end houses on the Hamakua coast and this one is among the top 2 or 3.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lennox H., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtakingly gorgeous property
Very private large oceanfront property near Hilo - amazing sunrises, star gazing, or just hanging out on the porch listening to the ocean or the frogs at night
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hale Hokulea is absolutely Beautiful!!
We just loved it there!!! It's the type of ocean front property you just fall in love with. The home is surrounded by tropical beauty and it's very secluded for privacy (as advertised). The home design is fantastic, well-kept and clean, and has everything you'd need for a home away from home vacation. Hint: use the provided candles at night to achieve that old-fashioned night-light feeling - this place is perfect for that!!! Can't say enough good things about it. We'll be back to stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible views
This is a gorgeous estate with amazing views. We couldn’t have asked for a better location - close to Hilo but it feels like you are out in the middle of nowhere with lots of privacy. The home is very nice with a great kitchen and bathrooms. We loved sitting out on the deck and watching the tons of whales playing offshore. Great host too - easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting in comfortable home
This is a unique property with a wonderful unobstructed ocean view. The house is very comfortable with a well stocked kitchen. A quiet relaxing place to stay while visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Steve Shropshire

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I grew up in Florida, moved to Alaska and spent 20 years in the nursery business and always dreamed of living in Hawaii. Since 2000, I have called Hawaii home and have houses on both Oahu and the Big Island. We recently purchased this property because of its uniqueness and natural beauty. I am a local farmer and business owner

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this breathtaking estate. It is truly one of Hamakua's rare gems.

What makes this property unique

This experience is about luxury, privacy, and serenity. We trust that once you have experienced a piece of our paradise, you will count the days until you return.

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