Is Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! on 19 Nov 2025 start from HK$932.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Paradise Meadows. Whittington Beach Park and Pakini Nui Wind Farm are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

20 Apr 2025

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Wonderful place to stay

The property itself was very quiet and peaceful, nice and secluded- just what we were looking for. The room was exactly as described and as the pictures showed in the listing. Very clean and cozy and had everything we needed for our stay. And what a great view! Wish I had stayed for longer instead of heading back to Hilo. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

5 Dec 2024

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Loved it!

We absolutely loved the place, the location. It was very clean, and beautiful inside and out. Our host was very friendly and informative. Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay Y.

16 Feb 2024

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Relaxing accommodations

Extremely quiet and relaxing. Loved the cabin and property. Will stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

6 May 2024

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Short but sweet

If you like the outdoors you will like this place would have liked to stay longer

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

27 Jan 2023

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Big Island get away

Lovely property. Quiet and secluded Volcano Park, green beach and black sand beach nearby. Gracious and accommodating hosts

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

22 Jan 2023

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Local Gem!

We are locals and have stayed here before. The peace and tranquility is perfect. Having coffee on the lanai and enjoying the beautiful view is awesome! We also love visiting with Tuffy the donkey! :-)

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda/Dave R., Kalama, USA

25 Nov 2023

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Peaceful

Came back to stay here because of the tranquility of being off of the beaten path. Seeing Tuffy again, (yay!) the fun little geckos, birds and franklins and yes even the wild pigs. Our awesome hosts, who we prefer to call friends, Wendy and David are wonderful and always so helpful. It always felt good to rest with a beautiful view.

Stayed 26 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd M., Kelseyville, CA

30 May 2023

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Heavenly Paradise!

The property exceeded our expectations. Absolutely stunning location, extremely clean and well-kept, and had all amenities one would need. Very comfortable, private and relaxing. Wendy and David were awesome hosts; very responsive, friendly and accommodating. Falling to sleep with the songs of the Coqui frogs and waking to birds singing was amazing. Although remote, still an easy drive to Kona, South Point, and other lovely destinations. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirby K.

9 Jun 2023

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Exploring South Hawaii

Fantastic hosts and a gem of a property. We hiked to secluded beaches and swam in pools next to Rainbow falls. So different than the Kona/Hawi north coast. So glad we stayed here. The place has everything. We had perfect sunny mornings thru the afternoon. A perfect cooling rain each evening that could be enjoyed from the covered porch. Slept well to the sound of chirping frogs and woke to doves and so many other song birds. I can see why they settled on this awesome property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C.

28 Jan 2023

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Quiet, Relaxing Stay

We had a LOVELY time! The house had everything we needed for cooking and relaxation. Tangelos were in season. They were DELICIOUS. The tree was VERY close to the house … we feasted on them and made juice. Short drive to Green Sand Beach and Black Sand Beach. Wendy and Dave were very accommodating and accessible. The water pressure for the shower was awesome. We were wondering how it would be, since they are off the grid Would definitely come back and recommend it

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin A.

29 Apr 2023

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Beautiful remote and private stay

The hosts were very helpful and friendly. The place was stocked with everything you could need (soap, towels, kitchen, even hawaii guidebook), and actually not in view of the host's house or any other house which is nice in terms of privacy. The location is so beautiful and the first night we were there we could see the entire milky way because the sky was so clear and dark. It is a bit out of the way, but very close to green sands beach which is a must-do. The tree frogs are loud at night but I personally love falling asleep to that sound

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

aishi d.

19 Apr 2023

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Beautiful and peaceful retreat

We loved our stay. Naalehu in general and the vacation property in particular are gorgeous. Very green, with birds singing during the day and frogs singing at night. The temperature cold down nicely at night, we never wished for AC, the open windows kept our place very comfortable. All the amenities offered were much appreciated. We loved being able to grab beach towels, chairs and the cooler for our adventures exploring the island. If you want to avoid the crowds in Hilo or Kona, this location is ideal. It’s conveniently close to Volcano National Park, Green sand beach, and a black sand beach. An award winning coffee stand is just for the road and there are coffee and macadamia farms everywhere. Buying directly from growers was a wonderful experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D., Bastrop, TX USA

22 Nov 2022

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Fantastic stay

We stayed at this lovely location for a November week, and Waiola was wonderful! David and Wendy, our hosts, were always available for any questions we might have, including one about the 3.9 earthquake that we experienced. The apartment is on the second floor of a building; the first floor is not used while tenants are there. It is an open-plan studio with a separate full bathroom and a large walk-in closet containing hanging space, shelving, ample extra towels, etc. The apartment is very well appointed. We found essentially everything we needed was already there. The lanai goes almost all around the building, and in the front - looking toward the ocean that is distantly visible - is a simply marvelous view of open green fields, many lovely trees, old lava walls, highly colored ti plants right below the building and the stunning Hawaii sky. Available for use are two beach chairs and a cooler. Below the apartment there is a gas grill, a large washing machine and dryer. Every day we looked for - and often saw - the resident donkey, quietly and very very slowly munching grass. There were daily visits from three very friendly geckos. We never grew tired of sitting and simply looking at that lovely view. There are large windows on three sides of the apartment, so viewing is always possible even in the rain. Waiola is 1800 feet elevation, so it is cool at nights and even sometimes during the day. A sweater or light jacket is strongly recommended. Rain does occur occasionally - this is Hawaii. There are no supermarkets within many miles, so one should buy major groceries in Hilo or Kona. There is a small grocery at a service station in Naalehu that has most essential things. There are several small restaurants that we enjoyed, and the Punaluu Bakery in Naalehu has good things to eat - especially malasadas! There are major tourist locations in Kona and of course Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, both an hour or more away. And South Point, the southernmost location in the US, is only a short distance south. An especially beautiful and interesting location to visit is City of Refuge National Historic Park - less than an hour toward Kona. However, the Waiola area is not really a traditional tourist center, so if you stay here for several days you should expect to largely entertain yourselves. But if you want to have a beautiful location with wonderful hosts and tremendous hosts and tremendous peace and quiet, you cannot beat Waiola!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

J I.

22 Jul 2025

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Treehouse like beauty

Beautiful space - private, trees surround you. Stars everywhere. House had everything we needed. Bed and shower were perfect. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andie D.

24 Jun 2025

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An Excellent Get Away

Dave and Wendy were excellent communicators regarding the check-in and check-out process. The VRBO had everything we needed for cooking, laundry, and escaping from the hustle and bustle of life. It was very convenient to get to Volcanoes National Park and Kona from their location. We loved using the French press coffee maker, enjoying the beautiful backyard view, and being surrounded by the sounds of nature. Stargazing in the backyard was one of our favorite memories at the place! 10/10 recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

24 Jun 2025

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Wonderful stay

Perfect stay at this beautiful home that runs on solar power. We had no issues and ran 2 loads of clothes in the washer/dryer during our stay. The owners are very communicative and kind. Loved seeing the resident donkey out in the field each morning. I'm into bird photography and spent time in the mornings getting some great shots. We stayed super busy during the days but it was great to come back to this relaxing house that was close to our activities but secluded. Thank you Wendy and David! We hope to return to the island some day

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenamatic E.

27 May 2025

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Nice place

Everything was good. We are not city people so this was right up our alley. David and Wendy were responsive and helpful. The ONLY downside would be if you cannot climb a flight of stairs or cannot handle the frogs (lots of them) “singing” all night. Neither of these things bothered us. We would without a doubt stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David E.

13 May 2025

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Beautiful

Clean, comfortable, tranquil, and a great view— everything you could want.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

13 May 2025

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sanctuary

secluded, quiet, clean...beautiful

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

29 Apr 2025

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Relaxing, refreshing, lovely oasis

Waking up to the birdsong was my favorite time of day. I'd get up, make coffee and head out on the lanai to watch the morning unfold. I spent lots of time on the lanai relaxing and recharging. Close enough to beaches, national parks, grocery stores, and Ka Lae Garden Thai restaurant. I highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

24 Apr 2025

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Great property!

Clean and simple accommodations with wonderful bird-watching and privacy. Very nice hosts. We hope to stay for longer next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie F.

7 Mar 2025

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Na’alehu stay

Absolutely a beautiful spot to stay! And just what we wanted, a little spot off the beaten path. Beautiful place, gorgeous property and a sighting of the resident donkey! David, the owner met us for check in and provided information. Sufficient equipment in the kitchen to cook meals. Lovely to sit out on the porch to sip beverages and hear and see the birds. We were doing local hikes and taking in the sights at the national volcano park and it’s a 45 minute drive -very doable and lovely. And though the property description mentions that there is no Wi-Fi, we had great cell service. Would definitely recommend this place and we would like to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

4 Mar 2025

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Our best stay on the island.

Everything about it was exceptional and just our style. Going out on the deck and watching the sunrise over the beautiful landscape in the mornings was so peaceful. (You can see it pretty well from bed too) Simple and artistic architecture and decor. Everything we needed to cook in the kitchen. We didn't get a chance to meet Wendy, but David met us at the gate, was very personable and showed us around and made sure we had everything we needed, A bonus was, he brought us some produce they had grown. He gave us good advice for things to do in the area, (There's plenty) The whole place had a good energy about it, especially knowing all the work they did to reclaim this part of the jungle. If we come back to this island, we would definitely try to stay here. I'd also recommend it to friends. We stayed 4 nights, and could have stayed more. Thanks David and Wendy!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ChrisMark V.

3 Mar 2025

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A stay in paradise

Our stay here was beyond words! This place is so magical and amazing.The view from the deck, the froggies at night , beautiful birds, wild pigs, a donkey, cute little geckos:).Also the house is 100% percent solar off the grid.David and Wendy were great in communication and everything else!We have traveled a lot and stayed in many places... This is one we shall never forget…. Just wish we had a few more days here.A sincere mahalo David and Wendy:)

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanni A.

2 Feb 2025

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Mahalo

We had an incredibly peaceful and relaxing stay at Wendy’s and David’s place, who were wonderful hosts. Their home is beautiful and truly one of a kind. Mahalo!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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