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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 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Honokaa, HI
  • Hamakua Heritage Corridor
    1 min walk
  • Waipio Valley Lookout
    7 min drive
  • Hiilawe Waterfall
    24 min drive
  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)
    32 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

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
Outdoor shower
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
Premier Host

Languages

English, Japanese, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Ocean view

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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.

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 neighborhood

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. Hawaiian Vanilla Company and WM Keck Observatory Office 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/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Honokaa, HI

What's nearby

  • Hamakua Heritage Corridor - 1 min walk
  • Waipio Valley Lookout - 7 min drive
  • Waipio Beach - 11 min drive
  • Hawaiian Vanilla Company - 23 min drive
  • Hiilawe Waterfall - 24 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
  • ‪Fudge'n Coffee Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Kea Tea - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Honokaa People's Theatre - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene, Restored House from Sugar Days with Sweeping Ocean Views located?

Located in the heart of Honokaa, this vacation home is steps from Hamakua Heritage Corridor, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Katsu Goto Memorial and Waipio Valley Lookout. Hiilawe Waterfall and Hamakua Country Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful relaxing place for Hawaii vacation
Nice vacation house. Beautiful grounds and view from the lanai.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Secluded Setting
We enjoyed our stay here with the gorgeous view. The property had mature lime and avocado trees and grounds were well maintained. Felt private and worked well for a romantic getaway. The sofa needs updated. Thanks to Marcus for the extra effort so that we had power during hurricane Hone.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

g b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely retreat on the Hamakua coastline
This was a very comfortable stay! We were a family of 4 with family in Waimea, which is close enough to get to easily, and little farther for beaches. The place was clean and the beds comfortable. The wifi and cable worked wonderfully! We loved waking up to the ocean view, and the spa features were delightful. Thank you! Only recommendation would be a laundry basket, as the laundry is outside the house near the spa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The property was great. Everything was as described. We loved having the orchard and the hot tub was amazing! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
The house is the perfect size for 4. The view is incredible and the grounds are magical. The caretakers are super sweet and thoughtful. We stay in a lot of rentals and this one is one of our best ever! The photos don't do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Hawaiian Retreat
Nestled in a quiet area of the island and away from the touristy side we found this perfect Hawaiian retreat. From the moment we checked into the home and through out our stay we felt welcomed and taken care of by our hosts. This serene home had everything we needed to provided a comfortable stay. After a day spent exploring it was a great place to come home to and relax. It was very relaxing strolling the property grounds. We especially enjoyed the sauna and hot tub. Despite being away from all the touristy places it proved to be a great location to access all the amazing things to be found on the Big Island. Would highly recommend staying at this wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
The cottage is nice, beautiful views, beautiful grounds to walk around in with fresh fruit to be enjoyed off the trees. The owners live next door and are absolutely lovely people with vast knowledge of the area and all the rare and unusual plants on the grounds. It is a very private area and lends to a very calm and relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
We loved our stay. Lovely hosts - both the owners and the caretaker. Tranquil setting. Well equipped house. Clean hot tub. Nice laundry room. Great location. It was so nice to stay in a vintage plantation style home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
What a slice of heaven. We loved walking around the property, listening to the nightlife sounds, having breakfast on the deck with the geckos and the view. The hot tub was an amazing treat after a day of exploring. The hosts and their caretaker were so welcoming and provided a lovely selection of fruits and fresh flowers. We loved this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet house on the Hamakua cost
We enjoyed having our breakfast outside on the deck and relaxing in the hot tub at night. We made friends with an orange cat that came to visit each day and is very friendly! Bring a Bluetooth speaker if you enjoy music...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family agrees, this house is a keeper for future Hawaii trips!
Exactly as listed, and more! The house gave us exactly what we needed: quiet location, beautiful grounds, expansive ocean views, a functional and equipped kitchen (including coffee bean grinder for our 100% Kona estate coffee), clean accommodations. It gave us more than what we needed: that infrared sauna (a quiet retreat on a Saturday morning), a hot tub we didn’t get to use and kick ourselves for not making the time, a sweet cat hanging around the property that we fell in love with, and an one of the kindest caretakers we’ve ever met. The summer is the best time for on-property fruit, but outside of summer there are two fantastic fruit stands within a couple of miles.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANGELES S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Retreat
Comfortable stay, clean home with all that is needed. Hot tub was nice and clean. Sauna available, but we did not use. Overall would recommend to stay. Very nice and quiet. Peaceful retreat!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUDY J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
We all enjoyed our stay, and the view of the ocean and the orchard out back, was stunning.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow.
This place is a dream. So quiet and peaceful. The drive to Hapuna beaches is only 45 minutes. Waimea is close enough. At first we weren't sure about being so remote, but now we are sure. The filtered water made life easier, the lime tree and other citrus trees, made life easier too! Beds were fine. Couch was huge, fit two adults and two children - for hanging not, not sleeping! Deck is great. Kitchen was adequate. Backyard is full of surprises.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
guest
Very quiet and beautiful ocean view. Thank you for the hospitality. Kay & Paul
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iris B., Pflugerville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect place to relax
we loved the house, the spa is great especially at night, the garden wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
25th Anniversary
We loved the location, the ocean view, the gardens, fresh fruit, and the stars were absolutely amazing. We wished we’d had more time. If we return we will definitely search for this house first. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat to Paradise
Beautiful property!! The house is cozy and well equipped. Star gazing from the hot tub is incredible. The orchard is as advertised and selection of fruits is vast. The view is gorgeous!!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fav Place to Stay
We’ve been to the property multiple times and will visit again. We come to relax and always leave completely satisfied.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eden
Purely sublime in every respect. Hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped peaceful property
We arrived after dark and for some reason google maps was directing us further down the road, so it took us awhile to make sure we were at the right place. Suggestion to others: Look for the brown bamboo fence! The propety itself was clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the fruit that was left for us as well as picking a couple delicious oranges ourselves. There was a good size igloo cooler as well as heavy duty ice packs in the freezer for our use which definitely came in handy for our road trips. I utilized the washer and dryer just about every day to wash our beach towels so that was nice to have. The kitchen had all the essentials we needed to make coffee, fry eggs and heat up our leftovers, which we did while we enjoyed being watched by the house geckos. The mornings were glorious to start the day off with the expansive ocean view from the lanai. The house starts to feel much warmer around 9 or 10 am, so it was a good prompt to get us moving. This is a more remote property and is a decent drive for most touristy activities, but was a central location between the west and east sides of the island. We only used the hot tub and sauna a couple of times because most nights we were too exhausted to do anything but check to see if the amazing stars were out and go to bed. I kind of wish we would've left time to spend a nice evening enjoying the property more.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy to return
This was our second stay at the property and it was just as enjoyable as we remembered!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely view, peaceful stay
We enjoyed every moment of our time here. Comfortable, private, clean. Checked all the boxes for a unique big island stay. Easy to recommend !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house!
I cannot express the words to describe the house. From the beatiful breath taking views of the ocean, the garden (which is so exotic I have never seen before). The plantation with all the fruit. Wow! I just loved it. The caretakers were so helpful. Thank you so much for the hospitality and the opportunity to stay. Mahalo!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

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.

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English, Spanish, Japanese

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