Guest House on gorgeous tropical private 3 acre estate perfect central location.
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Setting
This detached studio guest house sits on a landscaped, privately enclosed 3-acre property on the east side of Hawaiʻi’s Big Island. The grounds have a gated entrance with a private gate code, a security system, more than 40 fruit trees, and two koi ponds.
Guest House
The furnished studio has vaulted ceilings, a private entrance, and sleeping space for up to five: one queen bed, a full-size futon sofa bed, and a single inflatable mattress. It has one bathroom with a shower, an armoire, and a dual washer-dryer unit with a clothes-drying rack.
Kitchen & Outdoor Amenities
The kitchen includes a refrigerator, convection oven, two stovetop burners, coffee maker, blender, and cooking and eating utensils. Guests can use the outdoor barbecue, patio dining table for four, and pond-side seating, including lounge chairs and umbrellas; an ironing board is also listed among the amenities.
Connectivity & Recreation
Fiber-optic high-speed internet and a smart TV are provided, along with a yoga mat and umbrellas. The outdoor storage shed has beach chairs, beach umbrellas, coolers, a boogie board, adult and child snorkel sets, volleyball, and beach toys.
Location & Nearby Dining
The property is described as about 15 minutes south of Hilo and roughly 10 minutes between Keaau and Pahoa, with a grocery store and farmers market within five minutes. Nearby dining includes Surf & Saddle Restaurant & Bar about 3.4 km away, Kaleo’s Bar and Grill about 3.5 km away, and Ohia Lehua Cafe about 7.2 km away. Hilo International Airport is about 19.9 km away.
Best for
This private studio is a good fit for couples, small groups, or families who want self-catering space and room for up to five on the east side of the Big Island. Its kitchen, laundry facilities, gated grounds, patio, and supplied beach and snorkeling gear suit travelers planning outdoor days and exploring around Hilo, Keaau, and Pahoa.
Travel tips
A grocery store and farmers market are reported to be within a five-minute drive, and Hilo International Airport is about 19.9 km away. The property is positioned between Keaau and Pahoa, so plan local transport around the towns and east-side sights you want to visit; the guest house includes parking for two vehicles. Check the sleeping arrangement if traveling with a group, as the fifth place is an inflatable mattress.
What guests say
The supplied review excerpt praises the property’s cleanliness, quiet atmosphere, and well-equipped stay, including thoughtful practical supplies. It also describes the grounds positively. The one specific drawback mentioned is that the bed did not feel comfortable to that guest; the limited feedback provided is not enough to establish how common that concern is.
Check availability · Booking links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate disclosure