In Honokaa .Stay at this Honokaa cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor and 2 miles (3 km) of Kalōpā. Also, Hamakua Country Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Katsu Goto Memorial is within 6 miles (10 km).
Kalopa State Recreation Area - 19 min drive - 8.4 km
Hawaiian Vanilla Company - 20 min drive - 10.6 km
Waipio Valley Lookout - 23 min drive - 18.1 km
Getting around
Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Tex Drive In & Restaurant - 9 min drive
Hawaiian Vanilla Company - 20 min drive
Honokaa Public House - 9 min drive
Fudge'n Coffee Cafe - 9 min drive
Mauna Kea Tea - 17 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.
"The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway
Located on the Hamakua coast in the historical village of Paauhau, this quaint cottage offers incredible ocean views, privacy and romance. Built on the edge of a large gulch with expansive views of greenery leading into the blue ocean it takes one's breath away. Large covered lanai (deck) with comfortable seating and an outside grill. Inside you have a full bathroom with generous tiled shower, comfortable kitchenette with full sink and counter, mini fridge, full-sized bed, twin daybed, and large flat screen T.V. Cable and wi-fi is included.
Property manager
Kim Moffitt
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
WiFi available
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Paper towels
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Blender
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Books
Video library
Outdoor areas
Porch or lanai
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Near laundromat
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Hiking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Whale watching nearby
Power boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Basketball nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Golf 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
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
No pets 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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property Registration Number TA-008-987-2384-01, GE-008-987-2384-01
"The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 186 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 186 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 186 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
William G.
28 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Bigger than it looks in the picture
The view of the ocean from the lanai is spectacular. We spent many hours just watching wildlife including some dolphinsand the beautiful ocean.
William G.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth J.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Kolopa State Park and Honoka’a Getaway
Awesome views, peaceful, quiet and close to our favorite State Park, Waimea, and on the Hamakua Coast. Our Lanai had a great view with two outdoor tables and was covered. There was a relaxing outdoor patio as well. The kitchen was complete and the bed was comfortable. We will be back again. Mahalo, Jim and Kim
Kenneth J.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stuart P., Yukon, Canada
12 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Wonderful stay at Jim and Kim’s lovely rental the view and the sounds from the Lanai are our favourite place. Landscaping is beautifully done and spacious unit has everything you need. Look forward to our next stay thank you both! Aloha!
Stuart P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elise
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!
Loved the outside space and the inside space. It was super cozy and beautiful
Elise
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Junalyn A.
24 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Jim was a fantastic host who was very kind and understanding. We had an amazing experience and will definitely return here again.
Junalyn A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
H Diane B.
11 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
Exquisite location, extremely amiable hosts providing anything and everything you could possibly need or want…pure enchantment.
H Diane B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Janice C.
11 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Janice C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew B.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Dream vacation
Absolutely stunning views of the ocean. The landscape was amazing! Waking up every morning, drinking coffee on the lanai, listening to all kinds of birds and animals. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. A screen door into the home would have been nice to keep bugs from flying inside in the evening.
Andrew B.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
matthew s.
8 Dec 2024
matthew s.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bob B., Del Mar, CA
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Spot
This is a very nice spot, with a serene view to the ocean over a herd of grazing cattle.
The cottage is also unique with most everything you need to make meals and relax. The bath is nice as well with a large shower.
The day bed (single) is a firm foam mattress and quite comfortable.. Alas, the double bed is worn and most uncomfortable. I'm sure that the owners have scheduled a replacement of the bed and upgrading it to a queen.
We would very definitely stay here again.
Bob B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brianne P.
26 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing stay
We loved this place. It was very quiet and relaxing. It had incredible views of the ocean. We really liked sitting outside on the lanei in the evenings. The property was in a great location and it was just a short drive to some really awesome beaches.
Brianne P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keith A.
30 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Piece of Paradise
Property is as described. Jim and Kim were the perfect hosts. They had lots of information about things to do on the Big Island. This was a perfect spot to relax and plan all your explorations. Words can't describe how truly peaceful and beautiful this property is.
Keith A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joshua N., Gresham, Oregon
2 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Private, and just outstanding!
If you like to be away from all the tourists and enjoy nature as it should be, this is the perfect cottage. Kim and Jim have an awesome place with a great ocean view, and are the perfect hosts. They overcooked no details, and provided us with an amazing stay. Thank you so much for sharing your slice of paradise with Kelly and me.
Joshua N.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tara C.
16 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Im just trying to check in to see when we leave. This is redicilous how many thingz O had to do to get here and npw O jave to .ore!?!? NO THA K YOU
Tara C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Luke P.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great people, great views.
Really nice to be able to spend a few days up here. Great first light & surrounding town. Within 10 miles of some of the best views on Hawaii. I appreciate Kim and Jim’s hospitality.
Luke P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Heather L., California
5 Aug 2024
Views to die for
Fabulous ocean views! Lanai with the Geckos very entertaining!
Replacing full ant traps with fresh on a regular basis would help the ant problem!! Of course bugs are a real thing in the tropics.
Very nice little bungalow.
Heather L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jim B.
31 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A little bit of haven
Great views, informative property owners, easy to find with google maps.
Jim B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Lauren A.
8 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil and quiet cottage on stunning coast
Jim and Kim have a lovely little cottage on the coast! We had a very relaxing stay and enjoyed listening to the cows and the frogs on the lanai each night. The landscaping was stunning! As newlyweds, we wished it was a bit more secluded from the main house.
Lauren A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leslie A., Plano
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Prefect Oasis
I loved the location of this vacation home. Updates from the photos as far as the kitchen is that the fridge is bigger and outside on the porch along with the induction cooktop. The grill was in great working condition. I really enjoyed cooking and eating outside on the porch. The view is spectacular. Jim was an amazing host and took the time to walk me around. I will be booking with Jim and Kim again.
Leslie A.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney G.
18 Apr 2024
Beautiful
Lovely
Courtney G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katrin L.
17 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
What a fabulous find! The cottage is one large, very well stocked, room with two very comfortable beds. The sink and microwave are inside, while the fridge and hot plate are on the porch.The porch has a glassed in corner with a table and chairs where we enjoyed our meals. The views from the porch and the patio are AMAZING!! The cottage was the perfect homebase for exploring the area, and coming back to this quiet, beautiful spot was such a treat. Jim was a welcoming and helpful host. We loved it and will definitely return!
Katrin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily H.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient & gorgeous!
Kim’s Cottage and Jim’s welcome were both awesome, two of us stayed for three nights and it was exactly as described and expected. The private patio was wonderful and it made for easy living. We did have some unwelcome encounters with mosquitos, but that was expected due to the location of the property and the season. We normally stay in Hawi and the location was incredibly convenient for us to explore the northeastern side of the island. Once welcomed by Jim, where he gave us an overview of the cottage and the property, we were afforded incredible privacy throughout our stay. It was just perfect, exactly what we needed :)
Emily H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne G.
9 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This place is amazing!! Beautiful views and very quiet!! Wish we could have stayed longer.
Suzanne G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
jeff C., carol stream Il
1 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rainy
Very cute cabin. Jim's as very interesting person. Did not get to explore area as weather turned rainy but a very beautiful view from cabin. Great place to relax. Would come back and a great value