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Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝

Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV

Overview of Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • GymGymGym
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Honomu, HI
  • Popular LocationAkaka Falls7 min drive
  • Popular LocationHawaii Tropical Botanical Garden12 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo22 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)26 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 10
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 5
    2 twin/single beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo

About this property

Entire place

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

Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝

Aloha and welcome to Honomū Haven!

Our home is located in the quaint & charming town of Honomū, just 13 miles north of Hilo and 3 miles from 'Akaka Falls on the Big Island of Hawaii. This 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home was meticulously restored and renovated by the owner, a builder trained in Historic Preservation. Regular trade-winds blow clean air through the home, allowing guests to relax and enjoy the perfect temperatures that travelers seek on a trip to Hawaii. Honomū town is a classic streetscape with cute shops located just a one minute walk from Honomū Haven. Local shops include Mr. Ed's Bakery, The Hive Cafe, Glass from the Past Antiques, Woodshop Art Gallery & Cafe, Purple Eye Boutique, and Hawaii Zipline Tours. Honomū is also the gateway to Akaka Falls State Park where you can take a short walk through the tropical rainforest and view the cascading Akaka & Kahuna Waterfalls. Come and enjoy the lush, clean, safe, and laid back Hāmākua Coast.

Honomū Haven is nestled quietly at the end of town surrounded by beautiful churches of all denominations and a few residential homes. Across the street is Honomū Park which has a public gymnasium, expansive fields and a playground. The gym has a basketball court, ping pong table, billiards and a weight room. The sleepy "city" of Hilo is conveniently just 15 minutes away by car, where all shopping, medical, banking, gas, dining, etc. needs may be met. The Hilo airport is an easy 25 minute drive away. Please note that Kona airport is a 2 hour drive from Honomū.

You will find upon visiting that the house is clean, spacious and comfortable, perched on a manicured yard populated with delicious fruit trees, herbs and ornamentals including roses and orchids, plus many other tropical plants. The smells and sounds of Hawaii's flora and fauna will surround you at all times.

Honomū Haven is locally owned and managed, so additional items of interest and recommendations of activities are available upon request.

We hope you will choose Honomū Haven for your next stay on the magnificent Big Island. Aloha!

Property manager

Ramona Herlihy

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Gym on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Exterior

Grand Historic Hilo House

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Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 GE-197-606-6048-02, TA-197-606-6048-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomu Town
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomu Town Honomu
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomu Town House
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk to Honomū Town! Honomu
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomū Town House
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomū Town Honomu
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomū Town House
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomū Town Honomu
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk Honomū Town
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk to Honomū Town! Honomu
Beautifully Restored Historic Home. Walk to Honomū Town! Honomu

About the neighborhood

Honomu

Located in Honomu, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a river. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Palace Theater are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Hilo Farmers Market and Hilo Shopping Center. World Botanical Gardens and Onomea Tea Company Estate are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Akaka Falls - 7 min drive
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 12 min drive
  • Rainbow Falls - 22 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 22 min drive
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Onomea Country Market & Cafe - 7 min drive
  • What's Shakin - 8 min drive
  • Blue Kalo - 5 min drive
  • What's Shakin - 5 min drive
  • The Umauma Experience - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝 ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Honomū Haven ~ At the Gateway to Akaka Falls, Families Welcome! 🏝 located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 6 mi (10 km) of Akaka Falls State Park and Akaka Falls. Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aileen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honomu Haven
Our Hālau Group Of 10 adults return to Hilo every year for the Merrie Monarch Hula Competition & Festivities. This Is our 2nd year to stay at Honomu Haven! We feel more at home staying here rather than a Hotel! Each day the girls take turns in preparing a breakfast before we depart for the day and also prepare a dinner to eat when we return in the late evening after the competition for that day has ended. Itʻs just nice to relax and visit around the large table in the kitchen! After a full day of activities we were able to comfortably get a good nights rest! Honomu Haven truly meets all of our expectations. Pekelo & Aileen Day
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Evangeline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staycation
Quaint town, cool weather, peaceful & accommodating location. Home was comfortable and host was prompt with responses. Overall, it was a good place for our family of 6.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob T., Iowa City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time
Our group of friends and family LOVED the property. Clean and well appointed! The community was lovely with great shops and beautiful scenery. Property management was responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Hilo and falls acess.
Great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

BLOSSOM L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Diamond in the Rough
The home is very well kept and stocked with all the items that you will use. The kids enjoyed the yard and hunting for koki frogs. The playground across the street was fabulous. The neighborhood is very safe.Barría Boss is a must eat at, walking distance. I will definitely stay at this house again, without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sidney R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything easygoing
Nice quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aileen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We felt quite at home in this old Plantation Hale in Honomu, HI
We all enjoyed so much and the location Area of Honomu and Akaka Falls! As we were all attending the Merrie Monarch Hula Competition this location got us out of all the hustle and bustle in Hilo Town! It was s short drive of 20 minutes to Hilo and the Edith Kanakaole Stadium. We loved and thank you so much for the lawn mowing..,realizing that there had been so much “UA” on Hawaii Island😊
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great pick!
Excellent property. Beds were comfortable and it had everything you would need.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion of Friends
Group of 8 nursing classmates celebrated our 50 year reunion! This 2 story home with 5 bedroom, 2 bath is spacious, clean, comfortable, and charming. The tile and wooden floors and beautiful staircase are the highlights. The location is convenient to visit Hilo, Honokaa, and Waimea. It’s 10 minutes to Akaka Falls and there’s pickleball on MWF evenings in the gym across the street. Cell phone service is weak inside the home. Reception is better outside the house. Wi-fi available.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
The house and surrounding property were beautiful , it had a kind of beach house vibe , me and my family came to Hawaii island for a family members funeral and this place was a bit far from where our family on the island were but it was a nice scenic drive to and from where we were going , the house was very clean and loaded with all the amenities you would need , I would definitely bring my family back to Honomu Haven.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023