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Stunning Ocean Views - Whale House Hawaii

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Terrace/patio
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8169 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Hobby Garden Hawaii
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilauea Caverns of Fire
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Ocean Views - Whale House Hawaii

Located on a quiet peninsula just outside of Hilo, the Whale House is a stand-alone residence for one guest, family or group. Located in Kaloli Point where it is said it has the best weather on the Hilo side... some say better than Kona. A truly unique house built directly on top of an ancient lava flow. Unlike all other houses in the area, a tractor did not level the lava to build a structure. The Whale House is constructed entirely on original, untouched lava flow just yards from the Pacific Ocean.

The Whale House is a stand-alone house that is rented to only one guest, or guest group at a time. It boasts a huge wraparound lanai providing stunning ocean and garden views. This 1820 square foot house includes a full size kitchen with a dishwasher. Two identical Master Suites are on the second floor, each with comfortable king beds and private en-suite bathrooms. there are two additional bedrooms on the ground floor (each with a king bed). The two ground floor bedrooms shares a bathroom (located in the garden view bed room). Access to the main (2nd) floor from the ground floor is via the two outside stair ways. The Whale House also has a hot/cold outdoor bamboo enclosed shower to wash off the day's stresses. We have fruiting coconut palms, papayas, bananas and pineapples on the lush half acre property.

For your enjoyments, bicycles, a large gas BBQ, coolers, boogie boards, snorkel gears, hammocks, fishing gears and binoculars are provided free of charge for you to enjoy the trails, the neighborhoods and all that the big island has to offer. The wrap around Lanai offers quiet, lush garden or magnificent ocean views and cool trade wind breezes or for whale watching during their migrating season.

You may rent a single bedroom or all four, but either way, the house is never shared with strangers. One bedroom is $240/night. Each additional guest over 2 persons is an additional $30/night. However, if you are a party of 2 and want two separate rooms, it is going to be an additional $30/night. NOTE: due to the booking company's algorithms, the default booking occupancy is two occupants per room. If you need separate rooms (ie. 4 guests needing 3 rooms) you MUST message us either before or after booking so we can calculate the extra room charge separately. No matter what, only one guest or guest group stays at the house. There will be no other people to share the property. Un-rented rooms will be locked and you have access to everything else.

We (the owners) in rare instances and with prior notice, reserve the rights to occupy the empty lower floor bedrooms for upkeep or emergency maintenance purposes.

Feel free to take a look at our facebook page: Whale House Hawaii.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Hobby Garden Hawaii. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 2.9 miles (4.7 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and 10.5 miles (16.8 km) from Pahoa Museum
As a guest of Stunning Ocean Views - Whale House Hawaii, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed inside the Whale House.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard
  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,820 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Our cancellation policy: 60 days - 100% refund minus admin fees 30 days -50% refund minus admin fees 29 days or less - no refund *Admin fee - $100
Each bedroom holds 2 guests. There is an additional charge if you want to split your party into separate rooms (i.e 2 ppl 2 rooms, 4 ppl 3 rooms, etc
For children under 12, the Lanai is dangerous without strict supervision. Prior approval from host is required for children 12 years or younger.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Prior approval is required for children under 12

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed inside the Whale House.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number GE-165-173-7600-01, TA-165-173-7600-01

Property is also known as

Stunning Ocean Views Whale House Hawaii
Stunning Ocean Views - Whale House Hawaii Keaau
Stunning Ocean Views - Whale House Hawaii Private vacation home

Stunning Ocean Views - Whale House Hawaii Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Therese G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was beautiful and relaxing vacation. Saw 6 whales, and loved the garden and hammocks!
Sunrise from the porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful. The view was stunning! We enjoyed the gardens and private cliff access.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and garden landscaping!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amorette J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We fell in love with this home and property! It’s even better than the pictures! It was also very clean and organized. The hosts left lots of information and details for restaurants, activities, and anything else you may need. The neighborhood also felt very safe. We would definitely stay again! We did not want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JUDY J.

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

The Whale House is beautiful!

This is the fourth year that my friends and I have vacationed at The Whale House, and we've enjoyed every visit.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful garden area and view. Spacious house
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Family Vacation 2025

Beautiful property! Wishing we could have stayed longer. We enjoyed Hilo, the Volcanoes and the Black Sand Beach. The kids learned to snorkel using the equipment available at the house and had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Enjoy the yard!

Nicely themed home with outstanding outdoor landscaping. Well stocked kitchen and ample space for the 7 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor R.

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

What a great place!

This place was very thought out and had everything you could need for an epic Hawaiian vacation. Quiet and beautiful setting. Peeper frogs all night to help you sleep. Gardens were cool and the ocean front was great for photos. Close enough to everything but felt like we got away! Great space for a family or small group.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Excellent Visit at the Whale House

We had an excellent visit at the Whale house. I enjoyed my morning coffee on the deck with a stunning view of the ocean, every morning. The house was clean, hosts were prompt in responding and the location was beautiful. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cari S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Whale House! The ocean views and sound of waves every day was spectacular and the proximity to so many of the sites that Hilo has to offer was wonderful. The only negative part of our stay was acclimating to the climate with limited air conditioning, which is a challenge for midwesterners who are used to a/c everywhere. So keep that in mind with this property (and many restaurants/shops throughout the area), and plan to be outside during the day enjoying the beautiful views and go swimming at the black sand beaches!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Wonderful whale house

Loved the balcony to watch the ocean. Plenty of space and exactly like pictures. Everything available you could ever need. Lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

Amazing property

Had the most wonderful time at the Whale House. We could have spent more time exploring the property. Loved the ocean front view and wandering through the gardens. Hosts were wonderful and am hoping to come back and visit again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

50th birthday

Stunning views, quite safe neighborhood. Owners were great. Would definitely recommend this home and can’t wait to book another stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

All about the view

Met all of our needs. Wonderful porch with wonderful views. Had a decent stocked kitchen for meals, the scuba gear and beach towels on hand were helpful. Bikes could use some love. Wonderful hikes nearby property.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

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

Whale House Love!

We loved our stay at this beautiful property! Everything was decorated beautifully & had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The outside area (deck and backyard) we’re out favorite places to enjoy. Our only wish is that we had stayed longer to enjoy it more! Great option for our family of 7 - plenty of space to accommodate everyone comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely are in love with this home. The house is situated on top of hardened black lava. It is an incredibly special property. The large lanais overlooks the ocean, and the gardens are beautiful. We cooked several meals, and found the kitchen well equipped. All of us slept well, the bedrooms all have king beds. It's the perfect location to explore the Hilo area. Put on the Hawaiian rollercoaster song while on the road to the house; it is a paved road with smooth ups and downs, and soon our family would be oohing and ahhing all the way to the Whale House at the end of our excursions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you’re thinking about it, do it!! Perfect location for day trips, everything is about 30 minutes away. Once here though you do not want to leave. Morning sunrises on the property with coffee were stunning. We looked forward to that everyday. Owner was quick to respond to needs/questions! Only complaint is house gets very warm, even with A/C split running but would still stay again. It was that wonderful! We just spent most of our time on the gorgeous front lanai! Mahalo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Love the Whale House

What a wonderful place to stay. My husband and me, brother and his wife and two kids loved our stay here. David was great at answering questions promptly. Everything was as expected. We loved the lanai and the easy walk to watch the waves. Everything was clean and comfortable. 10/10 highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Exceeded all of our expectations!

Beautiful property! Gardens are relaxing. Well stocked. The amenities were helpful! Bicycles, boogie boards, water shoes, ice chests, chairs, beach towels, to list a few. Really no need to leave the property. Beautiful home. Awesome vacation for our 4 generation family!! The view was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Beautiful Property highly recommend

What an amazing property! Fantastic hosts, we did not want to leave. Loved the lanai with a beautiful view. We had 7 adults and it was perfect for our family while we visited family near by. We look forward to our next visit and will stay here again. Everything we could need was there to cook, relax, bike, do wash. Great home away from home. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. Aloha a ʻike hou kāua
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H.

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

WOW WOW WHALE HOUSE

Beautiful property! Particularly loved the lava that remained as part of the landscape. Thoroughly enjoyed the night sounds of wild life and the ocean. Property was immaculate with all provisions imaginable. Glass front allowed total enjoyment of the ocean view. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

Whale house stay

The house and property are beautiful. Plenty of room for our family of 6. Kitchen is well stocked. The lanai and the view from it is amazing! We saw numerous whales during our stay. So many extras like beach towels, snorkel gear, coolers, chairs, etc. that were available for our use was great. Only negative is the musty basement, but that's understandable with the high humidity and that it is not always in use.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura G.

Would recommend and rent again!

Great property, only complaint was we had to climb in through an open window, no access keys were left, and the downstairs shower leaked into a room we didn’t use, only had 6 people, but if we had 8 people that wouldn’t have been good. Looks like the owners knew of the leak, carpet had been pulled up. Great for families and groups. Kitchen set up was good, the lanai just wonderful for eating meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

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

Restoration hideaway

We had a lovely few days staying at Whale House. Even though the days were intermittently drizzly, there was no shortage peaceful space to enjoy the scenery. The art inside the house was delightful! The house was well provisioned for food and fun. Bonus was that it was close enough for daily outings and adventures but far enough out of "town" to feel secluded (and secure). We ran into a little snafu with the keys and lock box. The hosts were on top of it! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023