Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!

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Hilo Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,050 Sq Ft | 2 Steps to Enter
Kitchen | Fridge | Stove/Oven | Microwave | Dishware & Glassware
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Covered Lanai
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9.6Outstanding
(41 Ratings)
"House very clean and big enough for my family. We’re enjoying our stay. Very right location to every place to go to."
tristan r.
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9.6 / 10
Outstanding(41 Ratings)

House in Hilo, HI

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

Hula your way to Hawaiian paradise when you book this fully restored 1960's vacation rental house! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath Hilo home features a covered lanai and peek-a-boo ocean views from the yard. The University of Hawaii campus is a mere 1 block away while downtown Hilo is just an 8-minute drive north. Relax at Reeds Bay Beach Park, visit Coconut Island, or get a bird's-eye view of the island from a helicopter. Don't forget about Rainbow Falls home to an ancient Hawaiian goddess!

-- THE PROPERTY --

STVR-19-364095 | NUC-19-1549 | Free WiFi | Laundry Machines | 1,050 Sq Ft | Central Location

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 1 Twin Bed, 1 Tri-Fold Portable Twin Mattress

HOME FEATURES: Covered lanai, landscaped backyard, refinished hardwood floors, original shoji screens, Chinese metal screen door, HDTV w/ streaming capabilities, digital antenna for local Hawaii stations, dining table
KITCHEN: Full-sized fridge, stove/oven, microwave, dishware & glassware
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, linens & bath towels, beach towels, tank-less water heater, complimentary toiletries, ceiling fans
FAQ: 2 steps to enter, quiet hours (9 PM - 8 AM), ceiling fans (no A/C), keeping pets & animals outdoors, including chickens & roosters, is common in residential neighborhoods throughout the islands
PARKING: Carport (1 vehicle), driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHES & PARKS: Hilo Bay Beach Parks (3.1 miles), Honoli'i Beach Park (5.3 miles), Onekahakaha Beach Park - sheltered shallow swimming, great for little ones! (5.4 miles), Carlsmith Beach Park - spectacular salt and freshwater lagoons (5.9 miles), Richardson Ocean Park - black sand beach, snorkeling (7.0 miles), Kehena Black Sand Beach (30.1 miles)
OUTDOOR FAVORITES: Hilo Municipal Golf Course (1.4 miles), Liliuokalani Park and Garden and Coconut Island (2.8 miles), Wailuku River State Park (3.3 miles), Rainbow Falls (3.4 miles), Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden (9.5 miles), Akaka Falls State Park (17.9 miles)
ADVENTURES & ATTRACTIONS: The University of Hawaii at Hilo (1 block), Hilo Daijingu (0.5 miles), Historic Downtown Hilo - restaurants, shopping, theatre, and more (2.8 miles), Kilauea Visitor Center in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (27.3 miles), Mauna Kea (42.1 miles), Kona (75.9 miles)
DINE & SHOP: Cafe 100 (2.1 miles), Big Island Candies (2.1 miles), Hilo Farmers Market (2.8 miles), Pineapples (2.9 miles)
AIRPORTS: Hilo International Airport (4.0 miles), Kona International Airport (74.8 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property has ceiling fans but does not have air conditioning
- NOTE: The keeping of animals outdoors, including domestic chickens and roosters, is a cultural tradition in Hawaii and is protected by law. As such, they are common in residential neighborhoods throughout the islands. If you are a light sleeper, earplugs are a great option

Hawaii County Restrictions:
- Quiet hours shall be from 9:00pm to 8:00am, during which time the noise from the rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors
- Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area
- Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area
- The STVR (short-term vacation rental) shall not be used for commercial purposes

Amenities at Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Hilo, HI


Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10
Outstanding(41 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
House very clean and big enough for my family. We’re enjoying our stay. Very right location to every place to go to.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Clean and convenient. Exactly what we needed!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Very comfortable for our family of 5. Got all the basic comforts of our home.Great to have washer/dryer and two bathrooms.Ceiling fans were great to have during hot and humid days.Minutes away from stores, food outlets, gas stations, etc.Thom, our host, was also great in accommodating our requests.The only caution would be for family with kids, roadway is busy right off the driveway.Can be a little tricky getting out of the driveway, just exercise caution.But it does have a nice backyard to allow kids to play.Would definitely return again....it fits our travel.
6 / 10Average·Jan 2026
The house is anything but Charming. It is right on a street that stays busy througout the night and you can hear the vehicles pass by throughout the night. You can also very clearly and loudly hear the frogs at night and the neighbor's dog barking. I am not sure how the previous reviewers missed these details.The house also had a smell when we first entered. After leaving the windows open overnight was it OK. The bathroom is infested with ants and bugs. And oh yes the 2nd bathroom is out in the garage with no real sink. All the furniture in the house is old. You cannot tell from the pictures in the listing. When I get a chance I will attach my pictures.But, knowing what I know, I would still rent it again if this is significantly cheaper than other available properties.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!. 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 Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Charming Historic Hilo House – Minutes to Beach!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.