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2 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

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Hilo, HI
  • Kalakaua Park
    18 min drive
  • Honoli'i Beach Park
    18 min drive
  • Honoli'i Beach
    18 min drive
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    26 min drive

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Embrace the soothing trade winds & let the ocean breeze carry your worries away

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4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (16)
The price is NZ$732
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Embrace the soothing trade winds & let the ocean breeze carry your worries away

About the area

Hilo

With a stay at this cottage in Hilo, you'll be on the waterfront, and 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Port of Hilo and 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from Pacific Tsunami Museum. .This cottage is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Mokupapapa Discovery Center and 5.6 mi (9 km) from East Hawaii Cultural Center.
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What's nearby

  • Hilo Shopping Center - 20 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 21 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 21 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Port of Hilo - 21 min drive - 12.8 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 22 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪L & L Drive Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Boba - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Nector Cafe - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Heavenly Enchanting Waterfall in Hilo

Enjoy a stay in front of a waterfall!!! Stay in our unique enchanting waterfall house, the flagship cottage of the Kikala Waterfall Lodge. Nested in a botanical paradise at the family run Mauna kea Cloudforest Bioreserve and Farm above the unspoiled heavenly Hamakua coastline. Just minutes from downtown Hilo, our beautiful kid friendly 2 bedroom Ohana situated in front of an amazing private waterfall with a large swimming hole and over a half mile of private riverfront nature preserve is everyone's dream. Native birds and the Hawaiian hawk make their home around the Kikala Waterfall Lodge here in the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve. Let the sounds of the waterfall and the fresh mountain tropical air rejuvenate you.

You will be renting our private kid friendly waterfall house right in front of the Kikala waterfall. The Ohana is an enchanting 2-level cottage surrounded on three sides by a beautiful cloud forest and next to the Kikala stream. The tropical mountain beauty that will surround you here is unsurpassable, and the views are breathtaking. The most spectacular waterfall and swimming hole of the Kikala preserve is right in front the house, and unlike other locations, the river runs right through the middle of our farm, so we can offer you access to over 1/2 mile of private stream front with incredible vistas that rival National Parks. And most of all, on our farm, kids can be kids, there's a ton of space to run around and play, pet our goats, cuddle with our cows, and splash in the river. You will feel like you are in a remote wilderness yet you will only be 12 minutes from downtown Hilo.

Please note that even though you have your own private space, this is a hosted rental, meaning that the host lives on the property and is available to handle any issues for you.

Waterfall, river, nature biopreserve, petting farm with goats and sheep, fruit trees, meadows. Please note that all outdoor spaces are shared. While our waterfall is private, meaning that it's entirely surrounded by 14 acres of private pasture and cloud forest, the waterfall is not for your exclusive use, although most of the time you will have it to yourself.

Our space is a great space for families with kids and for kid friendly travelers. You will be a guest in our private Ohana on the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve. Since we actively maintain the biopreserve, it's very likely that you will see us around. We pride ourselves in our Aloha and we will welcome you on our farm as family. We have two children who aren't shy, and we love to host other families. Kids are most definitely welcome.

Our farm is a working farm, with fowl and goats and crops. You will hear the animals and may also meet members of our farm Ohana.

We live in a beautiful pastoral part of Hamakua Coast just North of Hilo at 1,600 feet elevation where the climate is perfect with incredibly pleasant balmy days and cool nights. with a temperature range of 64-77F during the day and 59-66F at night. This is a cloud forest so expect a mix of sunshine, clouds, midst, fog and rain pretty much every day. You will be comfortable in shorts and T-shirt and you will not need AC. Even though we are only 15 minutes drive from lively downtown Hilo, you will feel like you are on a secluded retreat in the mountains overlooking the ocean, complete with waterfalls, swimming holes and nature preserve.

You will need a car to get around, there is no public transportation available in Hilo.

We are a 100% smoke-free farm. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

Our farm is situated at 1,600 feet elevation which tempers the tropical heat and

County of Hawaii Bill 108 Info: this is a hosted rental, the owner lives on the property.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cottage features ecotours nearby, snorkeling nearby, and surfing/body boarding nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Axel Kratel

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Permanent safety gate installed at top of stairs.

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 and 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 260110010000, TA-166-131-0464-01, GE-166-131-0464-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Heavenly Enchanting Waterfall in Hilo Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Oasis
My family including 3 small children stayed here. It was such an amazing property. The view of the waterfall was spectacular, and the kids loved playing in it. Many things to do in the area that were within a 30 minute drive. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skye N., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, tranquil oasis
We absolutely loved our stay at the waterfall house. We (2 adults, 13 and 10 year old) arrived after dark (easy to find if you put in the google map coordinate given and look for the loan palm tree) to the sounds of the rain forest and slept well. It was so fun to surprise the kids with the waterfall in the morning. Bring your water shoes-a short walk down the path and over some mossy rocks to the waterfall. We had a blast swimming in the falls and climbing the rocks. Axel and his wife were a joy to chat with and we loved holding the month old baby goats. We totally recommend this place for people who love to adventure and explore. Just 15 minutes from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eldon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would Return!
The property is beautiful, and not too far from Hilo town. The house was wonderful and just as pictured in the listing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandice

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property was a great fit for a two night stay for our family group. We were right in the heart of the majestic waterfall area in Hilo and gave us a real tropical rainforest feel and experience. Very humid and lots of nature sounds soothed us each night we were there and we awoke to the waterfall…felt like a little fantasy. Very nice appliances and comfortable bedding. Bring all your groceries and snacks and plan to stay and enjoy the area and your company.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Julia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet little spot
We had a nice stay. We live on island, so the quirky directions were no surprise. Waterfall is pretty sparse right now, but host can’t control the weather, so that’s not a problem. There were some things that could make it feel much nicer such as: upkeep of flower boxes so you aren’t greeted with a bunch of dead plants as your first sight of the place; fix towel bar in bathroom so guests aren’t staring at a broken fixture when they are in bathroom; mop upper deck before guests arrive so they can walk out there without getting muddy feet. It’s the little touches that elevate a place from acceptable to stellar. This experience was good, but could be fabulous with just a bit more effort. Mahalo for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, clean cabin feel with amazing views and privacy
Loved the location and the host was very kind and informative. If you’re cooking byo oil and spices. Beds comfortable, pillows good. Simple and clean. Totally gorgeous yard would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay with Waterfall View
This property is AWESOME! If you're looking for a laid-back stay with a beautiful view of a waterfall, look no further!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great stay here. It was me, my husband, and our 15 year old daughter. We loved that the loft upstairs gave a private place for our daughter. We loved that the home was quiet and remote and away from the hustle and bustle of the cities, but yet close enough to get into town for any shopping, and close enough to get to some great cites, such as the Rainbow Falls, Botanical Gardens, and Volcanoes National Park. Everything was easy, communications were clear, and property was as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE, Athens

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The farm and the waterfall are beautiful! We love the property and the cute and clean house, which was perfect for our family of 6. The hosts were also very flexible and allowed us to check in early so that my son could take an online exam, which was so much appreciated! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect 2 day stay!
After spending some time on the leeward side and the hot beaches, it was so refreshing to find this little heavenly abode in the rainforest! The farm is beautiful and the surroundings so lovely. While the kitchen is sparse with cutlery and bowls, the rest of it was nicely stocked (some olive oil, salt and pepper, condiments in the fridge, etc.) and the hosts kindly left us some fresh coffee beans to grind down. The beds were very comfortable and, really, we were there for the waterfall and the surroundings. We were very grateful to be welcomed by these hosts to this part of the Big Island. We hope one day to stay at their other places on Kauai. Mahalo!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kids loved the design of the house, Great waterfall.
We loved the almost personal waterfall, takes a minute to walk over to. The outside Lanai was wonderful. The kids loved the design of the house, they got to sleep upstairs, plenty of room and beds and the parents slept in the master room down below. The kitchen worked out great. Owners were good at communicating. Only recommendations, more hand/dish soap. Also we told them about a frying pan that needed to be replaced and they said they appreciated the information. We were only there for a short time and used the last night there as our R&R before heading back to the mainland. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful waterfall and peaceful
We stayed in this cozy home with kids and grandparents. It was a wonderful experience to swim in the private waterfall and to experience the serenity of being in the forest. Axel, the host is very helpful and welcoming. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature’s Delight
If you enjoy being surrounded by nature & prefer peace & quiet & don’t want to leave a big carbon footprint this is your place. I feel some reviews were written by guests that came in with inaccurate expectations. This home is on a bioreserve farm (solar powered, water collection system). It is about 15-20 minutes from all the conveniences of Hilo, but because it is at a higher elevation in a remote neighborhood, you will feel like you are in the center of a tropical forest. The lush greenery comes with the price of more frequent (albeit often brief) rain, and yes there are going to be some bugs, but nothing anyone who spends time outdoors would think is unreasonable. The house is efficient and well laid out. Kitchen has the necessary basics, but not the “extras” so keep meal planning simple. Beds were all cozy. There is only one bathroom and it is in the 1st floor master so keep that in mind for sharing purposes. Bring your own shower soap. THE VIEW OF THE WATERFALL from the kitchen & front porch is AMAZING. The sound of water so soothing. Our kids ages 11 & 13oced stone hopping & swimming by the falls. The frogs at night are loud, fun to hear, but if you’re a light sleeper plan on some white noise or earplugs. This is a working property so you may see some employees/volunteers on the grounds but there’s definitely a sense of privacy nonetheless. Axel was great & fun to chat with. He let our daughter feed the goats & we enjoyed learning about his property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Heather H., Alaska

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unique location, leaving things to be desired
Very hard to locate rental. Impossible to locate rental in the dark. Had to back down narrow driveway that would be close to impossible at night. Not private whatsoever. Walking trail to waterfall is on shared access to rental. Adjacent building has views into rental. Hot water ran out the first night. Dirty everywhere that wasn’t easily visible, I.e. under bed, ceiling fans, trim, dishes. Bathroom was awkwardly small. There was no comfortable seating unless at dining table and even then two of benches were too short. Outside seating was nice; bedroom and loft was nice. Power went out when leaving due to storm, was told by host and was told to ask for generator. Recommendation would be for host to know when rental doesn’t have power. Email communication was not good but in-person was better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun jungle house
This house is perfect for a couple or family with young kids. If you're traveling with a group of adults, make sure you're comfortable with them since you have to go through the main bedroom to get to the bathroom! We had a great stay here, we loved listening to the frogs and birds, and the view from the lanai into the waterfall area is beautiful. Our hosts were super friendly and let us meet and pet one of their new baby goats! It's pretty convenient to get into town, but far enough out to feel like you're out in the jungle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time!
If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle, this is a great relaxing experience with a beautiful waterfall view from your patio and dining area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique remote setting
We really enjoyed the rental and meeting the owner, who helped solve the stove problem promptly. We thoroughly enjoyed the hike to the waterfall.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pristine
Location and host amazing! We would have liked a more stocked kitchen but we did a lot of cooking. Amazing waterfall and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roland R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We loved the quiet, beautiful, rustic hawaiin countryside setting of this cabin. It is remote, so you will not have the gloss and luxuries of a resort. It is geared toward outdoorsy folks. We had a regular car and accessed the property just fine. The hosts were friendly, helpful, and responsive to issues when they arose. Waking up everyday to the sound of birds, a gentle river flowing, and the view of a jungle waterfall was my favorite part of the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Chau T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
Waterfall was great, sleeping to sounds of nature is cool. However, inside property has the potential to be awesome but we were disappointed. It was not very clean. The shower still had hair on the walls, the drain didn’t flow so we pulled the clogged hair out. Stained bath towel, limited kitchen tools, poor WiFi. Never found the swimming pool but didn’t ask since our stay was limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B., Martinez, CA US

Liked: Cleanliness
Unforgettable Experience
We are staying in Kona for a few weeks but wanted a couple of days in Hilo. The waterfall house was the first that popped up and we looked no further. The waterfall and small swimming hole were absolutely worth a visit. We will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great hosts
Exactly as described. Beautiful, out-of-the-way oasis. Axel was welcoming and knowledgeable. Place was clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again. Mahalo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO stay yet
If you want to experience what it would be like to live in Hawaii, not just stay in a little bubble of a resort, then this is the place! Quiet safe area in the country, listening to the sounds of the waterfall and frogs at night. We absolutely loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Genie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Didn’t want to leave
The property was a dream. My kids (6,6,3) LOVED the waterfall and splashing in the water. We also enjoyed the friendly goats on property. The sounds of the waterfall also had our kids sleeping like champs! Axel was extremely helpful and kind. If you follow the directions he gives you to get to the house you won’t have any issues.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022