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Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and lanai

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Nestled on a promontory overlooking the Pacific, Kahoa House offers spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding coastline. Watch surfers ride waves at Honoli'i Cove or enjoy a cup of Ka'u coffee in the comfortable living room with large east-facing windows. Unwind in one of three king-size bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and stunning ocean views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!

SPECTACULAR VIEWS await you at Kahoa House for your Hawaiian holiday. Early-birds and mainlanders adjusting to the time difference can enjoy a cup of Ka’u coffee in the comfortable living room, and watch the sun rise out of the Pacific through the large east-facing window. Our promontory juts into the ocean near a turn in the coastline. Looking left you see the surfers and paddle boarders ride waves at Honoli'i Cove, and beyond you see several other headlands along the coastline to the north. Looking right you have a view of Hilo Harbor to the south, where cruise ships land for port of call, and Leleiwi Point off to the east. Especially during winter, whale sign dot Hilo Bay before you.

KAHOA HOUSE’s 3BR/3BA DESIGN ensures a comfortable and efficient stay for you and your family. Two master suites each feature king-size beds, ocean views, double vanities, and walk-in showers (one with steam!). The third bedroom is also set with a king bed (separated to two twin beds upon request), has a built-in granite desk, and an en suite bathroom with tub/shower. The bathrooms and kitchen are adorned in stone and granite, and wood floors stretch throughout the house. The long axis of the main living area, with its wooden floors & paneling, and panoramic views of the ocean below, give the house a nautical feel. The décor has a SE Asian influence with Buddhist artwork collected from travels in that region. The kitchen is well appointed for cooking family meals, including a nice set of All Clad stainless steel pots and pans, good knives, and a wide assortment of kitchen gadgets. The deep sink with double faucets and dish washer aid with cleanup. While the house is comfortable with ocean views from most rooms, you may still want to spend most of your time outside. Walk barefoot in the spongy green grass and admire the coconut palms swaying overhead. Dine al fresco on the main lanai. As the sun sinks below the ‘Aina behind you, watch the ocean and sky turn colors. Retire to the cozy, cushioned, rattan furniture for more conversation and another glass of wine. Or, move to one of the two decks on the other side of the house. The balmy Trade Winds make the outdoors pleasant well into the evening. Afterward, set the mood as you like indoors with lighting on dimmers. At the end of the day, crawl into a comfortable bed, and listen to the sound of the ocean as it breaks on the shore, lulling you to sleep.

A WELL EQUIPPED RENTAL HOME. We have travelled the world and done many trips in VRBOs, so we understand and appreciate the value of a well equipped home. There's nothing worse than bringing in the groceries to find only one scratched-up pan with the Teflon falling off. We've stocked the KITCHEN with All Clad stainless steel pans, a few non-stick pans, Henckel knives, prep bowls, and lots of kitchen gadgets. EXERCISE - do yoga on the lanai as you watch for whales! We have 3 yoga mats, a sit-up pad, and resistance bands for your use. BEACH - 6 beach chairs, two sizes of coolers, and 3 body boards of various sizes. WHALES - 2 pair of binoculars for your use at the house. RAINY DAYS - 3 large golf umbrellas, a selection of classic board games, playing cards, UNO, old maid, and a small assortment of children's story books. INTERNET & TV - We have high speed cable internet and a terrific wifi signal throughout the house and lanai. There is also basic cable television (if you're so inclined). BDVD/CD player also gives access to your NetFlicks, Amazon Prime, and other accounts. Your MUSIC will sound amazing on the Dolby 7.2 home theater, with Bluetooth connectivity via the receiver. Relax on the new (Jan 2017) microfiber SOFA & LOVESEAT. The arrangement of the new furniture enables guests to enjoy watching all the activity at Honolii Cove and Hilo Bay, as the low back of the loveseat does not obstruct the view.

LOCATION!!! Welcome to Hilo and the Hamakua Coast. Big Island vacationers in-the-know, choose the windward eastern side of the island for its lush, tropical, natural beauty, and for its less touristy, peaceful, relaxed vibe. Staying at Kahoa House offers the convenience of nearby old-town Hilo for its shops, restaurants, and farmer’s market. HONOLI'I BEACH, is within walking distance. Keep walking along our street under the JUNGLE CANOPY for a few more minutes to discover bridges over streams and several WATERFALLS. Also nearby are pristine Onomea Bay, the trails through its Botanical Gardens, Akaka Falls, and eco-adventure activities. Volcano National Park, the Waipio Valley, and the vista point on snow-capped Mauna Kea are all good daytrips from here. Offshore activities can also be organized out of Hilo. If your flight is via Kona, the drive to Kahoa House is less than 2 hours. If your flight is via Hilo, the airport is less than 15 minutes.

Choose Kahoa House for your next Hawaiian holiday! You will not be disappointed. Most guests only regret not booking for a longer stay. Recommended stay is 7 days to balance sight seeing with quality rest & relaxation time at the house, while taking advantage of the weekly rate.

FYI... Our base rate of $400/night is for double occupancy. For this reason the number in your guest party must be entered when you book. Additional fees of 25/person/night plus tax is added automatically by the VRBO booking platform. Should you be booking as a couple and later having family or friends join you, let us know and we can adjust the rate. For a further explanation of our rates schedule, please inquire before booking.

HI Transient Accommodations Tax Collection License: TA-047-013-2736-01
HI General Excise Tax Collection License: GE-047-013-2736-01
Short-term Vacation Rental License # STVR-19-363974
Non-conforming Use (zoning) certificate # NUC-19-1554

Important! Only STVR-NUC registered homes are allowed to rent nightly on the Big Island. Make sure your accommodations are compliant as the County can shutdown non-compliant operators without notice.

Per Hawaii County code, please be informed:
(A) Quiet hours shall be from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., during which time
the noise from the short-term vacation rental shall not unreasonably
disturb adjacent neighbors.
(B) Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non -quiet
hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with
a residential area.
(C) Guest vehicles (no more than two) shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time noise from the vacation rental shall not unreasonably disturb neighbors.
Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not exceed what is typical for a residential area.
Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area only.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under 24 months are free.

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Property Registration Number 3260250060000, TA-047-013-2736-01, GE-047-013-2736-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Oceanfront Promontory House
Oceanfront Promontory

About the neighborhood

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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Honoli'i Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Rainbow Falls - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Temple Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Town Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nector Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach! located?

This family-friendly Hilo vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Honoli'i Beach, and Honoli'i Beach Park. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Oceanfront Promontory w/ Stunning Views & Luxury Accommodations. Walk to Beach! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 200 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberta L.

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

The Perfect Relaxation Getaway

This well appointed home had everything to make our stay perfect. The 3 bedrooms and en suite baths were clean and comfortable. The location provided expansive views of the coastline and of Hilo Harbour in the distance. The manicured landscaping and enjoyable lanai and patio were the perfect places to unwind outside.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Hilo Getaway

Great property with a lot of charm. Outstanding views and surfing a short walk away. Randall was an excellent communicator and easy to work with. Would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Hilo Hideaway

Short stay but thoroughly enjoyed the house! Perfect location with amazing views of the surf crashing the cliff rocks, moon rise and whales! We’ll definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Beautiful Ocean stay

We enjoyed the very nice house and beautiful view of the ocean. Randall the manager was great ti communicate with. Definitely would go back
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

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

Loved hilo

Everything as described. Great place with amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kuana T.

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

Spectacular View

Phenomenal oceanfront property. Lots of indoor and outdoor space. Close to Hilotown. Tons of whales in the spring.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

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

Love the view

This was ur 4th stay in this house. We love the view and the number of bathrooms. The house has great lanai also.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S.

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

Outstanding property

This is a beautiful home with an outstanding view of Hilo Bay. The kitchen is very well-equipped, and the appliances are excellent. We particularly liked the covered lanai which made dining outdoors enjoyable rain or shine. We have been renting vacation homes in Hawai’i for 40 years and this house is definitely in our top 3.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M., Boston, Mass

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

Beautiful location

Wow! What a beautiful place. Just as seen in pictures. Loved listening to the ocean waves and watching surfers and many many whales. Hate to leave. Would love to return some day. Thanks for the wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

The perfect getaway

This was one of the best vacations we have ever had. We have been to Paris, Venice, and England just to name a few. This is the best place we have ever stayed by far. The views were incredible. The property was lush and lovely. The waves were so soothing. If you need a romantic getaway, this is the place to be.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudine G.

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

Big Island - Hilo

Beautiful house with beautiful view on the bay and surfers! Wonderful sunrise... only small thing: no air conditioning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dona T.

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

Beautiful location

Absolutely, enjoyed our time at Oceanfront Promontory. The home has everything you need to enjoy your vacation in wonderful Hilo. You are close to a black sand beach where you can watch surfers and take a walk on the beach. While drinking coffee on the deck we watched dolphins playing in the surf and cruise ships entering the port. The home included all the beach amenities needed to enjoy a day at one of Hilo's beaches including snorkel gear, beach chairs and towels. We loved being close enough to downtown Hilo and enjoy the many dining opportunities as well as the Farmer's market. Look forward to returning!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alanna A.

Beautiful home and yard with fantastic views

We had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful home in Hilo. We were in Hilo for a family wedding, but enjoyed the house as much as possible when we weren't out and about with the rest of the family. The house is well stocked with everything we needed and more! Randall was super helpful and took care of anything we needed pretty quickly. If we go back to Hilo we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Ideal stay in Hilo

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is in a perfect location. The layout of the bedrooms and bathrooms was fantastic. We fell asleep to ocean waves. We were worried about the lack of a/c however it was not a problem. The ceiling fans circulate the air well at night. I especially loved all the outdoor space for lounging and eating. The house was stocked with everything we needed. The house manager was wonderful. We were very sad to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

diane s.

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

Wonderful

We had a great stay here from the spectacular view of Honolii beach and short walk to it, with the surfers enjoying the waves. The home was as expected with three comfortable rooms. We are a family of four - two tweens - and also brought our 30 something niece. Beach towels and chairs and things were a bonus. Also met neighbor Bob who was pleasant. All around great place. Highly recommended! Hope to stay again! Mahalo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Vintage Hawaii

Loved the feel of the home. The house provided us with more than expected enjoyment and pleasure. The architectural details and materials speak to its integrity and craftmanship. The orientation of the home on the site maximizes views and invites the nature outside, in. No where on the island have, we seen so many whales so close. Mahalo for sharing.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy K.

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

Peaceful Paradise

This property totally delivered on Everything. The view is spectacular. The house is perfectly clean and modern. The bedrooms are all ensuites. The kitchen offers up all kinds of choices for drinks and meals. Every detail was so well thought out, the host thought of everything. He even went above and beyond when we left something behind. Thank you Randall we cant wait to come back!. Cheers!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Frank E., Topeka Ks

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

Ocean Cliff House

This house has a perfect view sitting right on the ocean cliff. The sounds of the large waves crashing all day is so relaxing. The property manager (Randall) was extremely helpful and very responsive. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the pots, pans, glasses, and dishes you will need. My only complaint was with all the rain Hilo receives. There is a lot of moisture in the house since there is no A/C. Sheets and towel can get damp.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia A.

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

Wonderful View

Our favorite part of our stay was the view. Sunrises, watching the surfers, and even seeing a cruise ship coming to port. The home is as advertised. Beautiful landscaping. Remember, there is no a/c so it can get a little warm during the heat of the day and it takes time for the bedrooms to cool off at night. Unfortunately, some of the bedroom window screens had gaps large enough to allow flying insects in (ask me how I know), so we had to keep most of the larger windows closed. This made the smaller bedroom uncomfortable, even with the additional fans provided by the host. However, the cross breeze in the kitchen and living room was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

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

Phenomenal Views!

An unforgettable stay in Hilo. For other parents of small children, this had all the views, and none of the concerns of a little one wandering off into the water. While perched on a cliffside, there’s a small wall and lots of vegetation as a barrier. My three year old loved watching surfers, ships, canoes, and sea life go by. And when she didn’t have an eye on the ocean, she was counting coconuts in the trees or reading some of the children’s books that were in the house. It was such an enjoyable, relaxing stay. I smile thinking about a good cup of coffee in my hands while watching the sunrise. We marveled at how clean the house was and appreciated how difficult upkeep must be with the salty air. Randall was great with communication regarding the house and the area, and his recommendations were spot on. We would absolutely return to this rental, and highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Paradise Found

Absolutely loved our stay at this site. Everything was exactly as it was depicted in the listing. Very clean and such a beautiful location, we all enjoyed the sounds of the ocean outside the windows. The kitchen was equipped for anything you could possibly need to prepare a meal, even coffee filters, various condiments and cooking oils, as well as spices. It was a cost savings to be able to prepare some meals instead of eating out. All the rooms and bathrooms were spotless and lovely to stay and use. Only complaint would be it was challenging at times to figure out how to operate the ceiling fan switches/clickers. You definately do not need AC here - such refreshing breezes when windows/sliding doors left open with fans, it maintained a very comfortable atmosphere. Sorry about not having a robust recycling program as we were saddened to have to throw out items which in other locations are all recycled but what can you do. Thank. you for a wonderful stay in beautiful Hilo.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was absolutely perfect - excellent proximity to Hilo, fantastic view, and it had everything a family would need on vacation all the way down to beach chairs and towels. The rooms were comfortable even without A/C (which was a concern for us initially as we are from Florida and A/C is a must) and the kitchen was perfectly equipped with anything you'd need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Big Island Adventure

Kahoa House was our vacation home for 4 days accommodating a multi-generational family of 4 adults and 2 children (9 &12yo). We loved the spectacular coastal location on Hilo Bay, especially all the wave action, surfers and even a cruise ship passing. It's a cozy, clean, well equipped home in a prime location with easy access to the regional attractions. Loved covered outdoor Lanai and front deck. Our visit to Volcanoes National Park was spectacular with Kilauea in full eruption. Abundance of beach gear, games, puzzles, books and binoculars were wonderful additions. Note, no A/C if your staying in summer, but excellent ventilation and fans. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Awesome stay

Property was clean and very accommodating for our little. The toys in the garage were a hit! We didn’t get much beach time but I walked down to the beach every morning. The wind blew straight through the house to keep us cool and the views were incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle T.

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

Most beautiful house and property!

Such a beautiful home. Very well maintained! Super clean inside and out! The stay was relaxing and peaceful! Every amenity you could ask for.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025