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Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, travel crib, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!

Named for the spring on the land, Waiola (Water of Life) is a romantic hideaway, a peaceful retreat, an artist's getaway or a perfect stay-cation. Stone walls, taro lo`i (the garden plot that taro was grown in), a trail, and a stone house site from ka wā kahiko (ancient times) tell the story of the Hawaiians of old who lived here and worked the land. Waiola offers cozy comfort for two with a studio cottage in a pastoral setting.
The Guesthouse includes a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, queen sized bed, and satellite TV with HBO.
Waiola sits above a six-acre pasture with an `ōhi`a lehua forest as backdrop. The lehua is the flower of Hawai`i Island and is honored in both song and chant. A zen view of the ocean is visible through the `ōhi`a trees. Located at 1800', the climate is temperate with occasional rain at night. Evenings and mornings can be cool and you will appreciate a sweater or light jacket.
If you are looking for a truly unique Hawaiian experience away from the hustle and noise of tourist destination spots Waiola is for you.
HAWAII TAX ID NO: 124-689-8176-01

Property manager

Wendy and David Vance

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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-124-689-8176-01, GE-124-689-8176-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Off Beaten Track Island Hawai`i House Naalehu
Off Beaten Track Hawaii House
Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Cottage
Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Naalehu
Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Cottage Naalehu

About the area

Map
Naalehu, HI

What's nearby

  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Paradise Meadows - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Whittington Beach Park - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Punalu'u Beach - 19 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Waipouli - 48 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aloha Mix Food Truck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hana Hou Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rusty's Hawaiian Coffee Booth at Ka'u Farmers Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Punaluu Bake Shop - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!?

As of Apr 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! on May 9, 2025 start from CA $166.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Paradise Meadows. Whittington Beach Park and Pakini Nui Wind Farm are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Off the Beaten Track On the Island of Hawai`i! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 173 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Awesome stay
Our first visit to the islands and this was a perfect out of the way, relaxing, quiet, in the middle of beautiful nature place to stay. Put us in reach of Volcanoes National Park and many other fantastic places. The hosts were great and very helpful with checkin and suggestions. Then let us to our adventure. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

Loved it!
We absolutely loved the place, the location. It was very clean, and beautiful inside and out. Our host was very friendly and informative. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret W.

Paradise
Dave met us upon arrival (we came in late!) showed us the property and then left us for our stay. The place has everything needed for a couple. The sun rise from the porch is amazing. Great location on the southern tip of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne P.

Verdant, cool, classy, and peaceful
This is our second stay here. After spending time on the Kona coast with lots of black lava, hot sun, crowds, and stores, this place is like an oasis--as least for someone from Western Washington. Sitting on the balcony in a comfortable rocking chair looking out over the meadow with lots of huge trees and their donkey grazing contentedly, we reach a level of relaxation one hopes for on vacation. The cottage is beautifully decorated, the bed very comfortable--another key element of a fine vacation. We enjoyed visiting the Kahuku unit (part of Volcanoes National Park just five minutes away), which is at least partly verdant as well--like a piece of Ireland dropped into Hawaii. We hike the Palm trail up and down, and returned the next day for their annual crafts fair. We also enjoyed chatting with Wendy, our host and a ranger there; she's quite warm and cheerful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deena H.

AMAZING VIEWS
STUNNING views from the back porch. The best part of my stay on the big island so far.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

Great place to relax,
Great place to come back to after day trips seeing the sites. Secluded and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Peaceful and private
This was a wonderful property and was exactly the experience we hoped for. The property has an isolated feel and is very private, but it is easily accessed, and centrally located as a jumping off point to many of the island's attractions. Views from the studio are amazing, and the property is clean and well-kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay Y.

Relaxing accommodations
Extremely quiet and relaxing. Loved the cabin and property. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Paradise!
We absolutely loved staying here. A gorgeous property and very comfortable studio. Thank you so much for letting us stay❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Short but sweet
If you like the outdoors you will like this place would have liked to stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huijun

The place is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Perfect quiet retreat
Off the beaten track was the perfect place to stay while we explored Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. It's quiet and private, and not too far of a drive from restaurants and coffee shops. Wendy and David were excellent hosts. They helped us find the turnoff when we arrived after dark and were easy to contact via text or phone. Overall, this was a relaxing quiet retreat - exactly what we'd hoped for!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

J O.

Perfect getaway in tranquil setting!
Beautiful location and wonderful hosts. Perfect distance between activities around both Hilo and Kona. Lush and private property, one of our all-time favorite stays!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marvin S.

Nice overnight stay
Simply stayed overnight. Arrived well after sunset, and the hosts met us at the end of the lane. Very nice accommodations with lovely view in the morning. I would certainly recommend this location to other travellers!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Anchorage, Alaska USA

The place you will want to come back to!
We immediately felt welcomed by Wendy and David. It was a delight to meet and greet briefly. The house and the gorgeous surroundings offer true relaxation. Our only regret is that we only had one night here. We are already discussing when we can come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

So peaceful
My partner and I booked this as a staycation to get away for valentines. It was exactly what we had hoped. It was beautiful and quiet. The hosts were accommodating yet gave us plenty of privacy. We will hopefully be returning and for longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Great hosts and secluded location
Wendy and Davide were great hosts - for example they met us out at the highway turnoff since we were arriving after dark. As many reviews have indicated, it is a great secluded location.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Short overnighter
I was extremely impressed by the beautiful location and well-kept environment. It shows they have pride in their homestead and take very well care of everything. The guest house was extremely clean and had everything you needed for a comfortable and peaceful stay. I was sad that I only stayed there for one night and will absolutely be back next time.. thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

We had such a wonderful time! The owners were both so nice and welcoming to us!! We both really wished we had more time there :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

David & Wendy are great host quick to answer any questions. If you’re looking for a place to stay and commune with nature this is the place for you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roland G., Southern California

Southpoint Haven
Awesome, Awesome, Awesome!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

As advertised
No surprises, nice and clean, conveniently located. Friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Very peaceful place to do some relaxing. Convenient to the green and black sand beaches and south point. Owners were very nice and place had everything we needed. I hope we get to come back someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAMES M., Canada

Off the grid
Having been to the big island once before we decided to stay somewhere different then we did last time that was around Kona. This was a very nice quiet VRBO completely off the grid. Power was solar, gas for stove through propane, water filtered. Had everything we needed though and really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee G.

Treehouse in paradise!
Beautiful spot with the most amazing views of the gorgeous property. Felt like we were in a tropical tree house with everything needed for a perfect overnight stay. Loved every minute of it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023