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Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Kehena Beach, HI
  • Kehena Beach
    1 min walk
  • The Point
    3 min drive
  • SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center
    5 min drive
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    53 min drive

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About the area

Pahoa

At this cottage you'll be steps from Kehena Beach and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from The Point. .Accommodation is soundproofed and features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.

What's nearby

  • Kehena Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Point - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Star of the Sea Painted Church - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Pohoiki Beach - 20 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kalapana uncle Roberts awa bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Karuna Foods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncle's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kalapana Lava Boat Tour - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dosa Mama - ‬7 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.

Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)

********HAWAII TA-042-418-7904-01****************************
Aloha, come swim with our friendly dolphins at Kehena Beach - all year long!
Whales are here during winter months and can be seen and heard from shore.

You will love The Whale House @ Kehena Beach.
This unit sleeps up to 3-4. It has 1 bedroom w/ a queen bed and a comfortable leather sofa bed ( double bed sized) in the living room, fully equipped kitchen w/ large refrigerator, oven, utensils, plates, glasses/cups, blender, coffee maker w/ coffee, pots/ pans, microwave, full bath, lanai, laundry room and more.
This is a deal considering the beautiful stretch of oceanfront land in this area.
This cottage is one of three on the estate. Please check out our comment book!!!
We keep a book in the house to capture customers comments that are made about our place and how we can improve our accommodations. It is FULL of messages just like this!

1) Susan And Andre...We had a wonderful time here! The patio overlooks the ocean and we saw whales jumping and crashing right in front of us! The cottage is located on the beautifully lush Red Road and is very convenient to the cool town of Pahoa and also a short drive to Hilo. There is an awesome black sand beach directly across from the cottage and a farmers market at the end of the road (west end I believe) that was one of my favorite activities. Local vendors, music, food, dancing - farmers market was definitely a highlight. We would absolutely stay here again.

2) Thank You so much, the past 3 nights in the cottage have been FANTASTIC! I realy look forward to coming back to visit.

3) Very nice cottage! We really enjoyed! Two thumbs up! We will recommend this place for sure!
The Whale House is located in one of the most beautiful places on earth - Kehena Beach, on The Big Island of Hawaii. There are actually 4-5 black sand beaches in the area to chose from. (Kehena Beach, Mackenzie Beaches and sea caves, Kaimu and Kapoho Beach ( must hike to ).

Our spacious cottage is one of the closest cottages to Kehena Beach on Kalapana-Kapoho Rd (aka) State HWY 137.. Our cottage also has a washer & dryer, FREE Super fast WI-FI internet, land line w/ free long distance, Direct TV, flat screen TV w/ Netflix, tile floors, outdoor rock or gas BBQ’s and typical household amenities that give you the feeling that 'you are at home
It doesn't get much better than this.
It also has an ocean view from every room in the house, including the bathroom.

If you are interested in Yoga, we are situated 3 doors down from Ramashalla, located here on 'The Red Road'.

Many people come to Hawaii to visit Volcano National Park - home of Kilauea and the periodic lava flows just a short distance from us. There are also Hawaiian jungles, tropical rain forests, beautiful coastal views, geothermically heated ponds at Pohoiki Beach, can snorkel at Kehena/ Pohoiki (when water is calm) , surfing at Pohoiki Beach, whale watching w/ dolphins that migrate to the warm Hawaiian waters from Alaska. You can often see them from our lanai off our beautiful coast - in the Kehena Beach area. Many of my tenants have told us that they were able to swim w/ the dolphins and you can too!

This is the place for water lovers - you should see the spectacular ocean view & sunrise over the south pacific from our lanai - where you may want to eat your breakfast!!

Also, did you know that we have the newest black sand beaches in the world? These were created by the recent volcanic eruption and are now the most popular beaches in Puna. You can easily navigate all of these places from the cottage in Kehena Beach.

For those of you who are seeking night time entertainment, check out 'Uncles Outdoor Hawaii Bar' if you want to sip a beer, listen to live Hawaiian music, eat great food and enjoy a farmers market at the same time.

In addition, Volcanoes National Park is just a 45-60 minute drive.

You are also close to the lava viewing area, KaMauna Caves ( large lava tubes) , coastal tide pools, snorkeling, fishing areas, Akaka, Kahuna and Rainbow Falls, Boiling Pots, hiking, Farmers Market (1/2 block away), Space Community Arts Center, Keck Observatory, Kilauea , Uncles Bamboo Tiki Bar w/ live music, cafes, food markets, Volcanoes Nat'l Park and so much more - are just 10-45 minutes away.

My mission is to make sure that you have what you need to make your visit a happy, and memorable experience ! This is also a great place to relax and enjoy nature. Many people come to Kehena Beach to 'get away from it all and breath clean air, eat great food, soak up the sunshine, exercise, commune with nature, and meet some wonderful people. So come and find out 'what the aloha spirit really is'. We invite you to come truly is one of the most beautiful places on earth.

You will love this place !


Property manager

Andre and Susan

Languages

English, Filipino

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
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 deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number GE-042-418-7904-01, TA-042-418-7904-01

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)?

Yep, Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) is a short 1-minute walk from Kehena Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, body boarding and sailing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)?

No, Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)?

No, pets are not allowed.

Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whale house get-away
Very nice cottage, great hosts. The only minor issue we had was that the kitchen could use a few basic amenities. Overall, we loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
Came to Puna for my big sisters celebration of life. The place was perfect. Great location, quiet, clean and right accross the street from Kehena beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Paradise
We enjoyed the quiet tropical stay at The Whale House after a few busy days of work in Kona. Andre was super responsive when we had a bit of trouble finding the place and when we needed a light repaired. Great location and don't miss Wednesday nights at Uncle Roberts! Mahalo, we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right!
We had a great time. Communication with Andre and Susan was quick, property was clean and cozy. The location was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary in Paradise 🌺
We had a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Stay
This place was peaceful and so relaxing. It does have 2 other homes on the property, but it felt very private. Definitely worth a stay! Loved the patio! One of favorite stays ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific place at Kehena Beach
We did two nights just across the street from the amazing Kehena black sand beach. Cottage is comfortable for two, and we appreciated the AC in the bedroom. Will definitely be coming back again and again. Other folks mentioned the naturist aspect of the beach, and although true, that didn’t bother us in the least. Truly one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen. The climb down is a bit daunting the first time, but no big deal once we got the hang of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
Really liked staying here. Beautiful location and a very well furnished, cozy lil place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Love Love This Place
The Whale House was simple and perfect. Exactly what we needed, quiet, clean and the host was extremely easy to work with. We will stay here again. You can hear the ocean, the view is beautiful and the kitchen was great for cooking meals. So many state parks down the road on both sides. Love it!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location.
Loved the location. The house was really nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Whale house @ Kehena Beach
Clean, easy check in. Owners were very quick to respond and very accommodating when our plans changed. We really enjoyed our stay, nice place to decompress.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Heaven
This little cottage by the sea was just what we wanted. Beautiful early morning wake-up calls from the birds and geckos and the sounds of the waves. Night is especially amazing as the stars are bright. Loved the black sand beach and chatting with locals. Close to everything. Really hope we can visit again soon. Thanks Andre and Susan for a wonderful week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Great big island stay
Loved the whale house, cute little kitchen, lots of beautiful flowers and a walk across the street to Kehena Beach, which we liked more than Pohoiki Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice place to stay right by the ocean. Peaceful and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kehena Whale House
We enjoyed our stay at the Whale House. Though we were across the street from the shore we could see the ocean from the lanai. Everything was clean and comfortable. Although it was a bit of a scramble to get there, the black sand beach was lovely. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail M., EVERGREEN, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Kehena Beach Hideaway
The house was really clean and in a great location to enjoy Kehena beach which is just across the road.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
My family and I were only on the Big Island for two days but this property was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic M., Blaine, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint chalet
We stayed in one of three chalets/cabins on the property: They are very well situated for exploring the area and right across the road from the black sand Kehena Beach. The owners were very responsive and also assisted with tips on what to do. The hot pools at a beach nearby are worth a visit, as is the newly formed black sand beach in the other direction. There is a very well stocked small grocery store about 5 minutes drive away. Well situated for a visit to the Hawaiian National Volcanoes Park. A beautiful and varied area well worth a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Boyd G., Eriksdale, MB Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Clean quiet property near the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID H., Spokane

Liked: Cleanliness
Black Sand Cottage
Nice clean property right across street from the black sound beach. Plan your meals as stores are 8-9 miles away in Pahoa.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Oceanside stay
Wonderful stay with easy access to a gorgeous black sand beach . Highly recommend! Clean cottage with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walburga M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
This was an absolutely lovely location. Hosts were amazing. The property was great. I would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
Photos are very accurate. Comfortable with beach access across the street. It's a little bit of a climb but not to bad. Very lush grounds. Beautiful flowers.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle charm
Charming and f red rustic. Location’s proximity to the Black Sand Beach was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Ginger F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very uncomfortable sleeper futon.
I was embarrassed to have my friend try to sleep on the living area sleeper futon. The bed was like sleeping on a rubber mattress. Sheets would not stay on. 2nd night she used the comforter from the bedroom for padding but still the sheets would stay on and I was cold without the comforter. Love the little cottage but will never stay there again with another person needing that "bed". Very disappointed since I asked in advance about that bed. It needs a thick mattress pad and seriously fitted sheets.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022