Visit Aina Mana Hale(home on land of sacred power)on the beautiful Hamakua Coast

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View from the kitchen into the two living room & master bedroom

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Hakalau, HI

Kolekole Beach Park
11 min drive
Umauma Falls
12 min drive
Hakalau Beach Park
17 min drive
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
33 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

This newly renovated home features 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths plus 2 full size futon sofas and will very comfortably host six people.
Our beautiful, off-grid property boasts scenic ocean views & 40 acres of beautifully maintained land that was formerly a macadamia nut farm. This home is ideal for families or friends wishing to really escape & unwind. And we feature free unlimited WiFi!
Our location provides the perfect home base for you to venture out & explore all that the Big Island has to offer!
We are approximately 30 minutes from downtown Hilo and the amazing farmer's market, that's open 7 days a week with an incredible variety of island fruits & veggies, & all kinds of locally made crafts. We are close to Akaka Falls State Park with it's prehistoric looking gardens & jaw dropping 400+ foot waterfall.
Let your days take you to Volcanoes National Park to experience the majesty of Kilauea Volcano and witness the creation of new land being formed! Explore botanical gardens, go zip lining over waterfalls, or kayaking out of Hilo bay! Visit Waipio Valley for a truly unforgettable experience and explore historic Honokaa and Waimea Town. And don't forget, some of the best beaches on the planet await you on a day trip to Kona!
Or feel free to stay right here on property & explore the grounds or go for a hike, or maybe just relax, it's up to you! We have pools & a waterfall right here that we are happy to take you to, come adventure in paradise!

Property manager

Karen Muth

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Ocean view

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number TA-028-013-4656-01, GE-028-013-4656-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hakalau

Located in Hakalau, this holiday home is in a rural area. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include World Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Onomea Tea Company Estate and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

Umauma Falls - 12 min drive
Akaka Falls State Park - 17 min drive
Akaka Falls - 17 min drive
Hakalau Beach Park - 17 min drive
Port of Hilo - 29 min drive

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬14 min drive
‪What's Shakin - ‬15 min drive
‪Blue Kalo - ‬8 min drive
‪The Umauma Experience - ‬11 min drive
‪What's Shakin - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Visit Aina Mana Hale(home on land of sacred power)on the beautiful Hamakua Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Visit Aina Mana Hale(home on land of sacred power)on the beautiful Hamakua Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Visit Aina Mana Hale(home on land of sacred power)on the beautiful Hamakua Coast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Visit Aina Mana Hale(home on land of sacred power)on the beautiful Hamakua Coast located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

john m., santa monica

30 Sept 2019

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

Peaceful Retreat

We stayed at this property for a week and thoroughly enjoyed the quiet and peaceful surroundings. It was perfect for our group of four. There is plenty of space to relax and the higher elevation provides cool nights. Karen was very helpful and attentive to our needs. Thanks for a great stay!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

24 Aug 2019

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

Great place to rejuvenate the soul

The property is beautiful and lush with 2 huge guardian bamboo trees greeting you as you pull up to the house. It's about a 4 mile drive up a mountain to this place. I had a minivan and used lower gears. Once up there there is lots of space to spread out. A beautiful meditation cave and a creek which is the upper part of a waterfall. You definitely are in the rainforest so expect lots of animals like coqui frogs at night chatting away. And also expect rain and clouds which being from Arizona it's a treat to have. Karen, the property manager, was on point with communication and response. It's a shame that this place cannot be rented less than 30 days due to the new law in place starting September. However if you have the time, it's a great place to retreat. Mahalo

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark, San Diego

19 July 2019

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

Great private get away

This is an amazing property. We enjoyed the beautiful views and privacy. Karen was a great hostess and the welcome basket was a nice touch. We definitely recommend this property and hope to return one day!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susanne G.

9 July 2019

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

Abgelegene ruhige Unterkunft an perfekter Lage

Wir haben die ruhige abgeschiedene Lage genossen. Alles ist liebevoll eingerichtet mit echten Blumen (Orchideen), der Früchtekorb zur Begrüssung und die Hängematte waren absolute perfekt. Leider haben wir nur zwei Nächte gebucht. Wir hätten es hier auch gerne länger genossen. Wir danken Karen und Mike

10/10 Excellent

Lovey P.

27 June 2019

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

We can't wait to return

Beautiful property. We stayed here for several nights for true r&r in between our Volcano Village and Kona Coast adventures. It's truly a peaceful place to stay. The very open space left our family of 3 feeling like we had more than enough room to spread out and relax. Karen is a wonderful host, we recommend you take her up on the offer of a tour of the property. We miss this place already!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B., Spanish Fork, Utah

16 Apr 2019

Heaven on earth

What a peaceful, beautiful, soul-healing place to be. The grounds were immaculate and we loved the beautiful cement driveway, stamped to mimic real lava flows. It created the perfect manicured, yet natural feel for the property. The home was spacious, private, and very clean with plenty of bedrooms and wonderful gathering spaces and a nice kitchen for cooking in. We all thoroughly enjoyed the hammock in the back and the mini pineapples growing around the house. One might say that the host, Karen, goes the extra mile, but we felt it was like going the extra marathon. She greeted us with such love, welcomed us with fruit and other goodies, took us on a tour of the property and was completely accessible to help if needed. While in the area we visited Akaka Falls State Park (must-see) and while there also saw the waterfall that is on the property we stayed on (very cool), spent time driving to Lapahoehoe beach park (gorgeous to see and enjoy watching the beautiful rough waves but not a place to swim), took the scenic drive to Onomea Bay and hiked down to the little beach (worth it!), spent time in Hilo, used the beach equipment to go to Honoli'i Beach Park for an afternoon, visited Lava Trees State Park for a quick walking tour, went to Isaac Hale State Park and hiked in the Kaumana Caves lava tubes. Loved the area and the things we got to do and see. We only wish we'd stayed longer to just enjoy the property more. It was so relaxing and beautiful. Thank you so much, Karen, for your love and efforts to bring Aloha to us and so many others.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Apr 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This home was exceptionally clean. The owner thought of everything down to eco friendly laundry soap, fresh flowers in the rooms, and fresh fruit. Stay here and you'll feel most welcome and relaxed.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily H., Kealakekua

26 Mar 2019

Relaxing Getaway

I booked Aina Mana Hale for a weekend while my parents were visiting from Michigan and I knew it was the right decision the minute we arrived. The house is a wonderful place to unwind and enjoy the beauty of the island. Karen is very sweet, informative and accommodating. She felt like family. My kids enjoyed running through the grass and exploring the property. The weekend flew by and we are all recharged. We will be making another reservation soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rozita B.

17 Jan 2019

Amazing stay!

Loved everything- the area, the house, Karen! After my reservation, Karen contacted me and we stayed in touch. I felt like I am going to visit a good friend! She helped me with suggestions, let us check in early, waited for us, explained everything about the house and the area. Her fruit basket and Hawaiian gifts were ready for us- awesome touch ! Mahalo, Karen! The house is so clean and well organized! Beds are so comfortable, we slept like at home. The drive to the house from the highway take a little bit of time , but it is so pretty and we stopped many times to take pictures.The instructions how to check in and out were not long like the book”War and peace “ ( like at some VRBO places, which always stresses me out), but short and politely formulated! We travel quite a bit around the world and often use VRBO, This one , like whole experience, is one of the best we had! We will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

24 Dec 2018

Peaceful location with ocean view

The property was absolutely lovely! Karen was welcoming and set out fruit for our stay. We enjoyed the location which was off the beaten track but still close enough to get to town if we needed anything. Everything was perfect and we didn't want to leave!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joice H.

16 Nov 2018

AWESOME! AWESOME! AWESOME!

Where do I begin? Karen is / was an extraordinary host! From the moment we booked the property to the day we left, she was accessible, quick to communicate, the next-level helpful, etc. We arrived after dark, and the property was a bit difficult to find at night, but Karen didn't hesitate to meet us on the main road and had us follow her to the homestead. She was kind, friendly, accommodating, and everything you would want in a host. The property was so much more than we could imagine. Beautifully manicured lawns, gorgeous landscaping, ocean view, etc. The home was clean, comfortable, well-equipped, lots of windows and light, designed to insure a relaxing stay. There were six of us, and we were able to spread out and have a wonderful time. Karen even offered (and we took her up on it) to give us a tour of the property. This place is well-loved, and it shows! We hope to return to the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii again someday. When we do, we hope to be able to revisit Karen and this property we consider "paradise." If you are on the fence about a place to stay, and you are really looking for something special and "off the grid," this is the place for you. It is well worth the drive from Hilo, and Karen will treat you like royalty!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Seattle, WA

25 Oct 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This secluded property was in a great location with a great view. It was well provisioned and Karen even supplied us with an abundance of local fresh fruit. She was there to greet us, was very accommodating and offered to give us a tour of the area. Although we were only here for a short time, we were very pleased with the accommodations and the graciousness and friendliness of the host. Highly recommended!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

6 Aug 2018

MUST STAY!!

Karen was a wonderful host. This space is a must stay if you're in the area!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Clara Y., Menlo Park, California

18 July 2018

Beautiful, clean and comfortable house, warm host, and fantastic view & waterfall

This is a beautiful, very clean and comfortable house on a very well taken-care-of 40-acre land. The road to the house is all paved so it’s easy to drive to. The ocean view was fantastic, and the waterfall was awesome. They thought of all the details, even with shopping bags, umbrellas, mosquito coil, flash lights by the bedside, etc., and the towels are so plush! Karen was so welcoming, responsive and helpful. She even gave us a basket full of fresh fruits and all kinds of other goodies! Thanks Karen!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

pixie, Villas NJ

6 July 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great host. Great view.

Karen is a wonderful host. She was incredibly informative and helped us select snorkel spots and beaches. Her and her family work very hard at maintaining the house and the beautiful property. Close to Hilo for shopping and restaurants. We watch the fireworks over Hilo bay. It was a great way to complete our awesome island retreat! I would definitely stay there again! Aloha!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

27 May 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holiday escape

Although there are plenty of things to do and see on the island, once you get to Aina Mana Hale you don't want to leave. Karen made sure everything was just perfect!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

23 Nov 2017

Hakalau Retreat

Wow,you can't find a better place on the big island than this park like setting.Karen and Mike are so awesome, they made us feel so welcomed.This place has it all,the views and oh yea the 400ft waterfall ! Were looking forward to going back in 6 months,Can't wait. Thank you Mike and Karen for the wonderful time at Aina Mana Hale. see you in May Jim and Donna Maffei

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

About the host

Hosted by Karen Muth

Aloha, I'm Karen Muth, & my family has been fortunate to live on this beautiful property since 2009. From Oahu originally, we made the move to the Big Island & love it more everyday! My background is in hotel management & hospitality. My family also runs a bed & breakfast as well as yoga retreats. My husband Mike & I keep pretty busy in our "retirement"!

Why they chose this property

Aina Mana Hale in Hawaiian literally translates to "home on land of sacred power" & you will know the name fits the moment you arrive! The home sits on over 40 acres, half of which was used as a macadamia nut farm & half is conservation protected forest. This property is truly special & we are thrilled to be able to share it with our guests.

What makes this property unique

We personally renovated this home in 2016 & we absolutely love it! It has a large 1500 square foot floor plan, high ceilings, & tons of windows to enjoy the views & trade-winds through. Open both sets of french doors wide & enjoy the patios & the amazing ocean & valley views! The kitchen is a real pleasure to work in, with the bar counter top & seating the whole gang can join in the fun!