Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens
About this house rental
Aloha and welcome to my Hawai’i Island cottage! I am delighted to share my 1 acre of rainforest and hope you will choose to stay at Hawaiian Paradise Cottage. Enter the property through a private electric gate and down a tree-lined drive to a secluded garden oasis set well back from the road. The house features 22-foot vaulted ceilings, a fully-loaded kitchen with an espresso machine and burr grinder filled with coffee, high quality black tea and fresh green tea upon request, a 60” smart tv in a fully-furnished tropical decor with hi-speed wifi, a private bedroom downstairs with a deck, a loft bedroom above the kitchen/living room area, and a spacious outdoor dining and lounging area with a barbeque and secluded garden views. You will receive a basket of fresh seasonal fruit your host has selected from the garden. Have your coffee on the east-facing lanai in a flood of morning light with a beautiful garden view. Enjoy tropical evenings of starry skies and relaxing rainforest sounds that some of the guests say they pay for back at home. There are two queen-sized beds fitted with high quality sheets, as well as a twin bed with 8” memory foam. Front and rear decks offer plenty of leisure space with a full size dining table in the back. Wifi speeds are 314 Mbps download, 11.7 Mbps upload. This off-grid property is Hawai’i resident owned and operated. Your host lives on site and is available for a local’s perspective, information about the island, recommendations, and assistance as needed. When you walk the enclosed, manicured grounds you will find Royal palms, coconut, orange, lime, lychee, banana, taro, white pineapples, papaya, mango, and avocado trees, culinary herbs, and an array of orchids, exotic, and fragrant flowers. There are pleasant and spacious grassy areas beneath palms and large shade trees, perfect for yoga, meditation, bird watching, or simple relaxation. Garden tours are included for all my guests upon request and based on availability. Please note: This property is not safe for children age 2-11. Situated in Hawaiian Paradise Park 15 minutes South of Hilo, you will be 5 minutes away from the Paradise Cliffs where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific, see whales in season, and watch rainbows form. You will also be 5 minutes from the Puna Trail, a pre-colonial forest hike that leads to a secluded beach where giant Honu sea turtles sun and swim in the closed lagoon. We are 40 minutes from Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park where you can witness Kilauea erupting, 30i minutes to the various waterfalls in and around Hilo, one hour to stargazing at the Maunakea Visitor’s Center, 40 minutes to the Pohoiki natural hotsprings, and so much more! Your host lives onsite and is available for questions or if you need suggestions. The cottage also provides a high level of privacy if you prefer to be on your own. There is a selection of art to purchase in the cottage so you can take a piece of Hawaii back with you! There is limited bus service in the area, so a rental car will give you much more flexibility. Your host is available afternoons and weekends to provide tours or airport pick-up in an 8-passenger LT luxury trim Chevy Suburban. E KOMO MAI This is a rural agricultural area conveniently close to Hilo and many attractions Nearby sites include Volcanoes National Park 40 min Paradise Cliffs 5 min Coconut Island 20 min Rainbow Falls 25 min Pe’e Pe’e Falls. 30 min Akaka Falls 45 min Water fall zip lining 35 min Kehena Beach 30 min Honoli’i surf Beach Puna Trail to Ha’ena Beach for giant honu sea turtles. 5 min to trailhead Tropical Botanical Gardens 35 min Maunakea Visitor’s Center 1 hour Liliuokalani Gardens 20 min Pohoiki natural hot springs. 45 min Lyman Museum 25 min
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(79 Reviews)
10.0
There was just something special about this property and John, the property owner. The moment we got out of the car and met John, I felt my nervous system drop down into a very relaxed mode. It's a beautiful place, nicely arranged with lovely outdoor spaces. We enjoyed the visits from the resident dog and cats and their presence made it feel more home like. John was a gracious host, a wealth of information, and kind and thoughtful. I loved the lull of the Coqui frogs at night. Unfortunately the neighborhood around the house was a bit loud for my sleeping comfort on both Friday and Saturday night, and I used the provided earplugs (John puts them out for guests who experience the Coqui frogs to be too loud) to quite the neighborhood noise. But this was completely out of John's control and it is perhaps not a regular occurrence. Overall, I would highly recommend this location. A really special piece of Hawaii hosted by a very special person.
10.0
Had a stroke, owner worked with us to help. Lovely space, so comfortable and beautiful, great kitchen, lots of birds!
10.0
Peaceful environment, house well stocked, John was great, nice location to enjoy/explore the surrounding area.
10.0
An immaculate and airy space in the heart of a tropical garden. John's place is a convenient base for day trips to Hilo, volcanoes, and other nearby wonders. Although sightseeing kept us awaybmost of our time it would've been easy to spend days relaxing on the property. We felt immersed in nature.
10.0
Lush tropical setting in out of town setting. John was a wonderful host very attentive to our needs. Would definitely stay again.
10.0
This is one of the most restful places I've ever stayed in with a gracious and considerate host, a house that is comfortable and suitably appointed inside and out and grounds that grant privacy and beauty. The interior and lanai have comfortable furniture and the kitchen is easy to work in. John was very helpful, informative and spontaneously generous. His garden tour — an introduction to the property and its luxurious plantings — set the tone.
Normally in Hawaii we spend our days exploring. Somehow, relaxing on the lanai with a book or a hobby was just as enticing as yet another beach or hike. The WiFi is excellent. It's a good home for while you are away; be a good guest.
5.0
What a fantastic 3-day stay in a beautiful location!
John is a fantastic host, thinking of all the little details that would make our stay more comfortable! He was so helpful in guiding us to awesome places that weren’t always on the beaten path! I highly recommend staying here.
5.0
We had a great time. Hiked the puna trail to see Joni sea turtles and explored volcanoes national park. John was a very helpful and welcoming host
5.0
Admittedly, I am not a beach person. That said, the place is paradise for a nature lover. John graciously provided a tour of the property, picked fresh fruit, and concluded with a tasting of the fruit, most of which were new to us. The covered back deck provided an awesome place for dinner and morning coffee/tea while listening to rain and chirping frogs (yes, chirping instead of croaking) Have on my bucket list the goal of returning for an extended stay so I can hike the trail.
5.0
Beautiful. Comfortable. Quiet (except for coqui who’s call we found soothing) Located perfectly for all things on the east, south and volcano parts of the island. John is the consummate host and made our stay perfect. His communication was complete, timely, and he was a wealth of knowledge.
4.0
My wife says thank you for the oranges, we had juice for breakfast. Loved the chihuahua and the kitties.
5.0
John was away on business while we were there , but had someone else staying at his place that acted as an onsite host. John sent very thorough instructions and Allison also gave us a walkthrough. My spouse was super apprehensive my I told him there was no air conditioning and there was no city water, but he was quickly impressed and at ease. My hair never felt silkier than after a filtered rainwater shower, and AC wasn’t needed. There’s great airflow and fans. We loved having breakfast on the Lanai and my 12 year old loved the friendly pets and open space of the loft. We did not mind the sound of the frogs and did not need the earplugs that John provided. Mahalo for a great stay!
5.0
I wish we had have more time - house was great, garden too and the host John is very friendly
5.0
House is in a nice forest garden setting, if you love learning about plants ask John for a tour. The house is just right for a single, a couple with up to two kids or a couple of friends.
Perfect to get away, relax and have good access to Hilo side of the island.
5.0
We had a great time in this beautiful house. It was very clean and welcoming. The garden is amazing. The owner, John, is an exceptional host with an extraordinary knowledge about plants and geology. Don’t miss out the tour he offers on weekends to explore the local communities and how they were affected by the lava flows from1983 until the most recents ones that happened in 2018 and 2023. You’ll also get to see hot springs, tide pools, and much more. Such a great experience! We can only highly recommend John’s house. Our whole family had a blast! Many Mahalos John!
5.0
The property was beautuful, the house was cute and simple. John was a fantastic host and provided a lot of local and historical information. We truly enjoyed our time there. Close 5 minute drive to watch the sunrise.
5.0
John is wonderful. We loved everything about our stay. The cottage is comfy and peaceful. John was so nice to share his time and show us around his beautiful garden.
5.0
This property was nice & quiet. The landscape was beautiful. We were on the go but this was a great place to come home to in the evenings. Lovely home.
5.0
It was great to stay on a property to let you know how the locals live. A beautiful setting with lots of animals freely roaming definitely feels like living as a local. The property tour and education of all of the plants was a great bonus.
5.0
We were so very pleased with this location. It provides a wonderful feeling of solitude while being close to the highway.
John is an amazing host, by far the best we have had. He was present & informative without being intrusive. His knowledge of the area was great.
You do need to have a car as attraction are a drive but all well worth it.
5.0
Zero complaints! The location is great, the property is beautiful, and Jon and his gardens are awesome! The place is well stocked with the basics needed, and he is more than happy to share tea leaves, fruit, and anything that is ripe within his gardens!
5.0
We really enjoyed the beautiful gardens, the peacefulness, the huge lanai - especially after a day away - the coffee, fruit received and the bed! John was a gracious and attentive host. We were grateful that he shared his bit of paradise with us. The location, for us, was good. We were close enough to Hilo, Volcanoes NP, the southeast coast with its hiking, tide pools and black beaches, and even a drive up to Hakaka Falls was not long at all. We would stay again!
5.0
The property is lovely.
5.0
Great Location! Relaxing on the Lanai with morning coffee & tea, listening to the birds our favorite! Fresh oranges for breakfast provided by the owner John whom is a fantastic host!
The amenities exceeded our expectations, this sweet space is definable a gem in the tropics! Mahalo🌺
5.0
John as the host was the epitome of hospitality. His attention to detail is something that you don't see at all rentals. He wants to make your stay a memorable event, and ours was. From impeccable property upkeep (check out his garden tour), to amenities like the espresso machine and rice cooke, to top-notch laundry facilities for that mid-vacation gotta-have-clean-clothes moment, this was a well-appointed guest house. And to further show how much John cares about your experience, we off-handedly mentioned that the kitchen needed some stainless steel mixing bowls. And wouldn't you know, before we hit Honolulu on our flight out, he sent us a photo of his Amazon order for the bowls. The next guests will be living in even higher style. And to top it all off, Paco (the pooch) is very generous with his visits as well. We would highly recommend John's cottage as a place to relax and renew. A car is definitely necessary, and if you're looking for white sand beaches, you're on the wrong side of the island.
5.0
Apparently, an unusually wet season was taking place during our visit. This made John's lanai all the more enjoyable as we were protected from the rain but still able to be outside. His place was clean with an easy layout for connection with the people you are vacationing with. A nice quiet oasis to return to at the end of a day exploring the island.
Carol & Patrick
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at this charming cottage with lots of local flavor. We felt like we had experienced authentic Hawaiian living in a charming local neighborhood. We liked our location which was removed from lots of commercial hustle and bustle, at the same time, very convenient to food shopping and wonderful sightseeing.
Best of all, our host was excellent!
5.0
What’s not to love about a bowl of hand-picked oranges and limes!?! In addition, John is a fabulous host. He was a source of information about places to go as well as a wealth of information about the culture and geology. Came away considering John a friend.
5.0
The location was absolutely perfect for our family trip. Early morning coffee and evening cocktails on the Lanai aren't to be missed. John had everything and anything we could think of to make our stay most enjoyable from Kitchen items to a cooler for packing our lunch to the beach. Check in/Check out processes were the easiest we've experienced in all of our time using these type of rentals. And make sure to say "Yes" if John offers you some fruit from the property. It (and the tour) are amazing. We'd stay at this location again in a heartbeat.
5.0
We very much enjoyed our holiday stay here! Very comfortable and clean, with a broad lanai for enjoying the garden. John was gracious enough to give us an extensive tour of the garden and fruit trees, a great host.
5.0
This was one of our best stays at a VRBO property. Our host provided us with a thorough introduction and instructions to help with our arrival and stay. We arrived at night and John was ready to welcome us. He took us on a night tour of his amazing garden and helped us into the property. We enjoyed fresh juice from tangelos grown on the property each morning. We breakfasted on the lanai at a large table that also served as our game table. The kitchen was stocked with every utensil and pan one would need inlcuding coffee and 3 different coffee makers, fresh garlic, olive and coconut oil! John communicated when he would be available and made access onto and out of the property easy to manage. Our 11 year old loved the loft, the tv and the geckos! The property was situated to be central to viewing Volcano National Park, the City of Hilo, waterfalls and snorkling spots. As an extra plus the washer and dryer were superb. Thanks to John for creating such a magical space.
5.0
This was a great & inviting experience.
Thanks!
5.0
Quiet and very pleasant. Well appointed kitchen. Lovely lanai. John, the host is very friendly and helpful. Would rent again.
5.0
Beautiful cottage in lovely garden. Friendly Host. We’d stay again at the drop of a hat.
5.0
We really loved our stay at John's cottage. The unit itself was very clean, modern and comfortable. The kitchen was among the more well stocked rental kitchens I've stayed in, with a variety of spices and sauces, even some garlic, as well as general goods like foil and paper towels. The lanai was spacious and the garden was filled with birds. We liked the rural setting and the sounds of roosters and coqui frogs. John took us on a tour of his amazing garden and picked a variety of fresh fruit for us. We had fresh squeezed orange juice every morning and even fresh passion fruit which I had never had before. John's dog and two cats often paid us visits at meal times on the lanai, which was fun and added to a homey atmosphere. Would not hesitate to stay here again, highly recommend!
5.0
This was a great secluded and quite spot loved the greenery of the landscaping and the lanai the kitchen was also fully equipped!
5.0
The house is a perfect size for a family of 4. The kids had their own upstairs loft area. It has a large kitchen which made it easy to feel at home and make some meals. I was grateful to be able to wash some clothes at the end of our trip. The kids and I loved doing a puzzle and watching tv. It’s great having Wi-Fi.
5.0
My wife and I stayed a few nights while visiting my sister-in-law and newborn nephew. It was just the right place for us: a quiet cottage amongst the lush jungle, but not too far from Hilo and other locations.
5.0
Wonderful to stay at this Property. We travelled here as International Tourists (from Australia) and John could not have been more helpful. The host (John) is friendly without being pushy and has great local knowledge. Beautiful place to relax and unwind. Wonderful night time light setup.
5.0
The Cottage was fantastic. Centrally located. The grounds are beautiful. The Host was very gracious and full of information.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Hawaiian Paradise Park?
The average price for a rental in Hawaiian Paradise Park is £132 per night. This rental is £6 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, secluded acre of gardens?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony / patio, and tv.
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