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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
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Honokaa, HI
  • Waipio Valley Lookout
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Waipio Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hiilawe Waterfall
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

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

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.

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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. Both of these rooms are available on the second floor.

PLEASE NOTE THAT TWO ADDITIONAL ROOMS are available for extra charges per night:

-- The Mermaid Room, a lovely, small room on the first floor of the View House has an orchard and ocean view. It has one twin bed. The bathroom facilities and spa are just outside the door to the room. $35 extra per night.

-- The Buddha Room, at the entrance to the property separate but adjacent to the View House, has a full-size (double) bed and 1/2 bath (toilet and sink). The shower facilities are 30 steps away on the spa deck. $50 extra per night.

** These rooms must be booked separately by contacting the owner directly.

With all spaces occupied, including the queen bed fold out in the living room, the possible total occupancy of the facility can be as many as eight people. (two in the master bedroom queen, two in the twin beds in the small bedroom, two on the queen fold out in the living room, one in the Mermaid Room and one in the Buddha 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.

This property 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…

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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children love to graze in the orchard.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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
Property Registration Number GE-157-521-5104-02, TA-157-521-5104-02

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Honokaa

Located in Honokaa, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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. Kalopa State Recreation Area and Hawaiian Vanilla Company are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Honokaa, HI

What's nearby

  • Hamakua Heritage Corridor - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Waipio Valley Lookout - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Waipio Beach - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Hiilawe Waterfall - 24 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 50 min drive - 48.7 km

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?

Checkout 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 holiday 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 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 219 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 219 reviews

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

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
A beautiful property that is exactly as advertised. We stayed for 30 days and enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
This was our second stay at this beautiful property. We stayed for 3 weeks and enjoyed every minute! We had everything we needed at this lovely home. We loved the hot tub especially in the evening when we could star gaze! The sky was beautiful! We were a short drive to Honokaa and played several rounds of golf at the unique golf course (Hamakua country club). Overall, we had the most wonderful time and are planning on returning next year! Mahalo!
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2025

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

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A sanctuary!
We enjoyed the solitude and beauty of this place. Plus, bonus roommates with all of the geckos that find their way inside and watch you from above! A wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rejuvenating!
What a wonderful surprise to find everything exactly as described. We loved our visit! So sweet and serene!🙏🌺💯
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 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

Missy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace Garden is EXACTLY that!
Marcel & Connie were amazing hosts. The Peace Garden was a great way to spend our last week on the Big Island. The view from the front of the house AND the master bedroom are crazy beautiful and having full use of the spa (sauna/hot tub/cold plunge tub) made the whole trip. It was great knowing, no matter how far we drove or hiked during the day, we had that to come home to. The view house was perfectly sized for two people and well stocked. We were also given free rein to wander the property and pick any fruit we cared to. All in all a great experience!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Eugene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing place to stay
It was a nice relaxing place to stay. The view is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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

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

Verified traveller

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

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

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Location
We had a wonderful stay in Hawaii and really enjoyed watching the stars at night and the ocean during the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful orchard getaway
This was our second stay at this property, and we enjoyed it just as much as our first stay. The kids loved playing in the orchard and sampling the fruit. The adults enjoyed the hot tub and the views. The house was well-equipped, including beach umbrella, chairs, boogie boards, cooler, and beach towels. It was a little cramped with 6 people this time, but very manageable as the kids didn't mind sleeping on the living room futon at all. I continue to recommend this property. It's a lovely slice of rural Hawaii, complete with lots of gecko friends, an orchard, and beautiful ocean views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country heaven
This was a great, restful place and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful property, just like the pictures. I truly loved everything about this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding!
We arrive around 9:30pm, everywhere pitch black, but the house felt warm and welcoming, right away. After the sunrise we definitely appreciated the views of the house, the grounds and generosity of the owners, regarding the fruits of their orchard, all were great. The outdoor hot tub, and the private sauna were also, delightful and very soothing. The local scene in Honoka'a is limited in terms of things to do, but all around nature is the star. I played/walked the 9hole course in town, and the hilly course took the wind out of me a couple of times. Overall, a great experience, and when we come back we will stay with Marcel and Connie, and Shigecko and Marcus! (apologies if I misspelled Shigecko's name)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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

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

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

Fiona Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The View House has stunning views over the ocean and a private garden full of fruit and nut trees that guests can pick. The house is beautiful and welcoming, with a great deck, sauna and hot tub. The hosts are wonderful and very knowledgeable about local places to visit. Its location is strategically placed between Kona and Hilo, the biggest towns. We could visit all the key sites like the Volcano National park, Botanical Gardens, waterfalls, fabulous beaches, black sand beach, etc. in one day. Our vacation was perfect- the trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 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

Alison v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
Located on a quiet orchard, great place to get away from the hustle and the bustle of Kona/Hilo. Comfortable lodgings.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

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

About the host

Hosted by Marcel Hernandez

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My wife, Connie, and I are both Naturopathic Physicians. 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.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Japanese

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