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Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views

Holiday home in Laupahoehoe with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61596 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views

Holiday home in Laupahoehoe with kitchen and balcony
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. WiFi in public areas is free. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with desks and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,596 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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
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 TA-102-637-7216-01, GE-102-637-7216-01

Property is also known as

2624-244607

About the area

Map
Laupahoehoe, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Hawaiian Vanilla Company - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 48 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 49 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Port of Hilo - 50 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 56 min drive - 55.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fifties Highway Fountain - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 12 miles (20 km) of Umauma Falls and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Relaxing Gardens - Peaceful Retreat w/Panoramic Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

The best spot on the island!

This place is amazing. Feels like you’re so far away from everything, yet close enough to drive to whatever we wanted to see. The geckos and frogs are everywhere, the sunrises are beautiful, and it was everything we wanted and more!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ensley H.

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

Family Hawai’i trip.

Beautiful home and gardens. Love this side of the island. Absolutely incredible views! Outdoor shower is a bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

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

Impeccable

Everything exceeded our expectations and contributed to a wonderful visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AshLee M.

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

Peaceful and Beautiful

Loved this place. Perfect spot for our multiple adventures in all directions on the Island. Met all our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon M.

BEAUTIFUL, PEACEFUL, WONDERFUL

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect

10/10 Excellent

Renita R.

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

Privacy and a wonderful ocean view

Our family of 4 stayed at the Relaxing Gardens home. The property was secluded (which was fantastic), it had gorgeous vegetation, and a beautiful ocean view. It was very spacious and we all had our own space to relax and rejuvenate ourselves. There was plenty of outdoor seating, a hammock, and space in the front of the house to go outside for some fresh air. The kitchen was well stocked and we lacked for nothing. Relaxing Gardens is a great place to stay. We used it as our home base as we traveled around on the Big Island.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Machille L.

Peaceful Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the house in Laupahoehoe. It was perfect for our family: clean, well-stocked, and easy to check in/check out process.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Family trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We visited this house with our family of five for our first trip to Hawaii. It was perfect for us, with plenty of space, beautiful views from inside and on the deck, and a kitchen we could use to prepare meals. The location is also excellent with good proximity to lots of great hiking and sightseeing. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richelle V.

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

Amazing!

The pictures do not do justice for how beautiful this home is! We were in instant awe when we turned the corner and saw the amazing home and garden. Great instruction on how to get in, extremely clean and homey. All communication was fast and friendly, and the neighborhood was gorgeous. Dream home, perfect vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta C.

Hula Festival Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Family of six women had the most relaxing and comfortable stay. This property was just secluded enough to feel as if we were the only family experiencing time in paradise! Loved, Loved, Loved the luxurious landscaping on the property. Sunrise and sunset views of the ocean were amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Truly an Amazing Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house & property is one of a kind filled with everything you could need. Beautiful home with very comfortable furnishings, linens, & every kitchen appliance/gadget you’d need. We used the BBQ & made wonderful meals. The wrap-around deck & the sunrises were incredible, including a botanical garden. Close to Hilo but so very isolated with truly the most breathtaking ocean views. Convenient to Waimea, Kona, Volcanoes & so many waterfalls. We will absolutely be returning. Mahalo
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie S.

Perfect stay on the Hilo side

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I have been vacationing on the Big Island for over 30 years and have always stayed on the west side of the island in Kona or Waikoloa. We tried this rental on the east side for the first time. We’ve all agreed we will be staying on the east side and, hopefully, in this home from now on. It’s the most aptly titled rental. It truly is a relaxing garden. The home and gardens are magnificent. The sunrises from the front lanai are amazing. There is a little general store with a bar and restaurant about 4 miles away, otherwise you have a very isolated feel. Hilo is only about 35 mins away. There is a nice oceanfront park about 2 mikes away where we snorkeled, played frisbee, and explored tidal pools everyday. This was absolutely our best Hawaii experience ever.

10/10 Excellent

Earl C., Bellingham, WA.

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

Lovely and Private

The house is in a private and some what remote location north of Hilo. It’s a little tricky to find, but once you open the gates and find your way in, you are glad you came. Beautiful views of the gardens and ocean are had in every room. Kitchen is well appointed with almost anything you could need. The whole house was spotless! We stayed 5 days and were very comfortable. Do realize that almost everything is quite a drive. Volcanos NP is a 90 minute drive through Hilo and the attractions of the Kona area are 90 minutes north. Akaka Falls is nearby and there are other local attractions if you look. We would definitely return. The management company was very responsive and helpful. The fruit and other snacks were much enjoyed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

spayrovi p.

PERFECT house, PERFECT host

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I am generally queasy about hotels and vacation rentals, but this house changed my mind!Highlights: super clean. well stocked with EVERYTHING, views from the bedrooms and entire house overlooking the ocean were incredible, loved laying in the hammock to relax. Also lots of beach gear: water shoes, snorkel gear, and chairs hotelsSuper clean floors - totally felt comfortable walking around bare foot, which I never do in anyones house. Walk around the neighborhood was so fun. The clementines that we got permission to pick were just incredible - still thinking about them. Overall, one of the best places we've ever stayed at and we would definitely go back! Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Beautiful Location

The location overlooking the property and the ocean is incredible in the mornings. Sunrise is a special event. The house is well maintained, furnished well, and has all the amenities that you need. While on the more rainy side of the island, the rain occurred in the evenings and did not interfere with our plans. There was mentioned the sound of frogs, but we found them soothing along with the rain at night - a natural green sound machine. Someone in a prior review mentioned the road, but the road was good - one lane, curvy and paved - any car can make this road going slow. I would recommend this house if you are looking for a quiet location to recharge and be away from the city. The sunny side, Hilo and the volcanos were all within less than an hour drive. Nearby the house is a great local store and restaurant - Papaaloa Country Store (papaaloacountrystore.com). Look online for their hours. The store had most things you need, and the grab and go food was excellent. I recommend trying their fish tacos and Lilikoi Cake which is addicting.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lily E.

Paradise Found!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We’ve stayed at the Fairmont Orchid on the Kona side before but wanted to give the Hilo side a try and found this rental gem! There was clear communication and instructions and we found the house without a problem. The yard and ocean view is spectacular! We spend lots of time sitting outside on the porch with our morning coffee. Kitchen was well stocked and lots of laundry supplies. We didn’t use the beach supplies in the carport closet but such a great extra to have! Hilo was 20 minute drive and the falls were even closer! We stopped by Waimea farmers market on the way to kona one day and it was a beautiful drive. Highly recommend this beautiful rental as it gave us a totally different authentic Hawaiian vibe and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful rental with spectacular views.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alvin G.

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

A True Paradise

Relaxing Gardens exceeded our expectations. We stayed 4 nights as our home base to explore the Hilo side of the island and it was perfect for our family of 5. The home was exactly as described in the listing. The photos do not do it justice. The views from every room are sensational. We woke up to the sunrise over the ocean and enjoyed sunsets every evening. The layout of the house with 2 bedrooms/1 bath upstairs and 1 bedroom/bath downstairs is ideal for a family plus in-laws...I wish we invited my parents to join us! Home is well-stocked and simply pleasant to be in. Dining indoors with endless ocean views and also on the wrap-around porch was a treat. The gardens surrounding the house are amazing. I was constantly admiring the landscaping, flora and beauty. The thought/planning that went into the design really shows.We were not prepared for such a botanical adventure outside our door! Location of the home was just right to explore the northern coast as well the downtown Hilo and Volcanoes areas. Driving up and down the road to home was one of my favorite parts...it was just so peaceful. We did not want to leave. We actually regret not staying longer and prefer the Hilo side than Kona. Highly recommend Relaxing Gardens!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn C.

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

Beautiful House with stunning views

It looks exactly like the pictures. Stunning views of the ocean. I mean STUNNING!! I couldn’t wait to lift the shades every morning. Privately situated with a gate. We felt safe there. Very clean and well equipped house. Instructions were clear and the host was very responsive to questions. If you’re looking for remote, this is the place. It’s a good 40 minutes from Hilo meaning grocery stores, general shopping needs and convenience food are not close so rent a car, preferably 4WD. I doubt DoorDash would travel out that far. There is a small gas station about 5 minutes down the road that has some limited snack food and some other diner food options about 20 minutes in the opposite direction. My advice is to stock up on everything in Hilo before you head to the house. We didn’t and had to make a meal out of what we could find at the gas station the first night. It does get a bit noisy in the trees after dark. We weren’t expecting that but we looked it up and think it’s little frogs and birds possibly. Once we turned on the TV and we barely heard it. We drove back and forth across the island to Kona a couple of times and it’s a pretty easy drive (2 hours there and 2 hours back) because it’s just gorgeous everywhere you look, even inland. We would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

Tropical Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Gorgeous! This house truly was a very special part of our vacation. We woke up every morning to a breathtaking oceanscape and went to bed every night after taking in an unobstructed view of the stars. The house and grounds are very well kept, clean and well stocked. We had all the kitchen utensils, towels and bedding we needed. While inside the home is lovely and comfortable, the outside is a tropical paradise full of a variety of flowers, fruit and nut trees, and an enormous mango tree. The grounds were so beautiful, we took the opportunity to do some high school Senior pictures of our daughter outside. When we weren’t relaxing on the front porch in the hammock, we were experiencing as much of the Big Island as we could. The location of this house is very convenient for exploring both sides of the island. Short day trips took us to Volcanoes National Park, black sand beaches, white sand beaches, even a green sand beach. There were plenty of great hikes close to the house with a variety of terrains and amazing views of the ocean, waterfalls, and rivers. From exploring the nearby farmer’s market to wandering around a local art gallery to eating a traditional Hawaiian meal at a unique restaurant, opportunities to experience Hawaiian food and culture were not far away. The owners of this house are wonderful people and made sure all our needs were met. We could not have enjoyed our stay more!

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house, beautiful yard, spectacular view. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen A.

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

Fabulous retreat

What a gorgeous house, and what an amazing garden. A short drive to Hilo and a shorter drive to other small towns worth a visit. Modest kitchen with most necessities, everything was clean and in great shape. Amazing beds and views. Very private from neighbors. A wonderful, comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Gorgeous

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was wonderful this property was beautiful . The views from the windows of the ocean were spectacular! The gardens on the property were like being at the botanical garden.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Galina K.

Comfort and Quiet with Majestic Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The views here can't be overstated. From most rooms and deck we were blown away regularly looking through the many large windows. At night, we could see an incredible amount of stars in every direction.The home was very comfortable, clean and with any amenity we could have hoped for. The kitchen was well outfitted and there was even a rolling cooler available for our convenience. There were two large bedrooms upstairs with a large shared bath, which included a washer and dryer. Downstairs was an open concept, with dining room and living room. As well the downstairs had a private bedroom with a bathroom and it's own side porch. Plenty of seating inside and out.This was our first visit to the Big Island and we booked half of it on the Hilo side and half on the Kona side. The plan was to explore and we were perfectly located for just that. The home is located about 25 minutes from Hilo, 45 from Waipo Valley and about an hour from the Volcano Park. Although we worried about being too remote, it didn't feel that way at all ultimately. Within 5 minutes of us was an excellent general store with great prepared food and hot food/pizza etc. They even have music many days of the week.Although it rained sometimes periodically, there was nothing like ongoing downpours. All in all, the home
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Beautiful View

The pictures of the property are perfect of the property. Beautiful home and location. Road getting to the property is a bit steep and curvy but worth the drive! The property is in the rain forest and that comes with geckos, but they kept to themselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Fantastic home near Hilo

Absolutely wonderful stay at this property. The house was in an absolutely gorgeous setting on a well-maintained garden lot with a great view of the ocean and sunrises. It was very convenient to Hilo and many of the sites on the Eastern side of the island, including Carlsmith and Richardson beach parks, volcano national park, and Hilo. And it was relatively easy (an hour and a half drive) to Kona and the west side of the island. The house itself was clean and comfortable, with large, spacious rooms and comfortable beds. The kitchen was stocked with all the cooking pans, knives, and utensils we needed. It was such a great home. A wonderful stay and a wonderful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023