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"The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway

Cottage in Honokaa with kitchen

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Experience the tranquility of Paauhau, a historic village on the Hamakua coast, at this charming oceanfront cottage. Enjoy expansive views of lush greenery and blue waters from the large covered lanai or inside with cable TV and WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

"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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Property Registration Number TA-008-987-2384-01, GE-008-987-2384-01

About the neighborhood

Honokaa is home to this cottage. Katsu Goto Memorial and Parker Ranch Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Kalōpā. Kalopa State Recreation Area and Hawaiian Vanilla Company are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Honokaa travel guide
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HI, Honokaa

What's nearby

  • Waipio Valley Lookout which includes rocky coastline, general coastal views and views
    Waipio Valley Lookout
    23 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Hapuna Beach State Park which includes a coastal town, a beach and a luxury hotel or resort
    Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    46 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Mauna Kea featuring tropical scenes, a beach and landscape views
    Mauna Kea Beach
    49 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Kalōpā
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    58 min drive - 65.8 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
  • Honoka’a Public House
    9 min drive
  • Ahualoa Family Farms
    8 min drive
  • I Luv Dumplings
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway located?

Situated in Honokaa, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Kalōpā. Hamakua Country Club is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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"The land of Sunshine" - fantastic ocean views, peaceful, romantic getaway Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 210 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great one room stay as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts and property. A relaxing stay with everything I needed to unwind. Gorgeous view (loved the lanai) and the friendly geckos. Will definitely be booking my return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent amazing land lords were the very best i will stay there again vrbo agents were polite so helpful excellent people are now friends . i love the service of Vrbo and is tge first time i used your services. and want to say thank you sincerely beverly eager
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elvia S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place, nice stay

Nice view of the ocean, relatively quiet, nice winds. Hosts were kind and responsive, had good recommendations to local places.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

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

Awesome place!

Loved the outside space and the inside space. It was super cozy and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

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

Absolutely Wonderful view and stay

We loved the view from the deck and the outdoor kitchen on the deck. The view was amazing as was the sunrise's. We spent our first day just relaxing on the property and cooking at the cottage. Jim and Kim have created a fantastic Hawaiian getaway with lovely art.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

H Diane B.

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

Heaven

Exquisite location, extremely amiable hosts providing anything and everything you could possibly need or want…pure enchantment.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Taste of relaxed Hawaiian living

Quiet, beautiful, relaxing and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne P.

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

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

Such a find!!

Property overlooks the ocean and the wooded area and fields below. The owners are friendly and want to assist how ever they can to make sure the stay is comfortable. I will definitely be booking with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

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

Amazing

This place is amazing!! Beautiful views and very quiet!! Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

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

A wonderful stay on the north side!

This rental was absolutely the perfect way to start out our Hawaii vacation. The gardens outside were absolutely beautiful and the view of the ocean couldn't be beat! We wish we had more time there to relax on top of all tourist stuff we did. The room was comfortable and matched the listing exactly.There is a short, steep hill that you need to climb to get to the unit (although you probably could have walked around the other house to avoid the hill) so be aware of you have mobility issues...just an FYI...not a complaint.We highly recommend this rental!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke P.

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

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max D.

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

Lovely place

We had at perfect stay here. The cottage is lovely and the patio is really nice with the outside kitchen and the beautiful view. 100% recommendation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart P.

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth J.

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

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
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Craig D.

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

Had everything

Lovely property with all we needed. Lots of room and great lanai. Very helpful manager. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Relaxing view and spot for cooking on the patio

We thoroughly enjoyed watching in the morning on the porch and cooking meals at sunset. Cozy little cabin feel with all the amemnities. Host was very communicative.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua N.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy K.

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

Peaceful and beautiful

This property was delightful. Our hosts Jim and Kim were friendly and right next door if needed. The little house is neat, tidy and decorated with great bohemian thought and original artwork. The yard is manicured and beautiful. Our favorite part of this stay was the evening concert of animals winding down for the night. We loved sitting at the outdoor kitchen table listening to the world quiet down as we watched the ocean at sunset. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piotr P.

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

Perfect Island Stay with Ocean Breeze and Warm Hospitality

Kim and James’s cottage was the perfect home base for exploring Big Island’s trails and beaches. Waking up to breakfast with an ocean view and the Pacific breeze was a highlight. The place was spotless, nearly insect-free, and stayed cool enough without AC. It’s ideal for two or three people. The kitchen is simple but has everything you need to cook your own meals, and there are plenty of nearby spots with great local food. James welcomed us personally and was always ready to help, which made us feel truly cared for. Kim’s artwork in the house adds a lovely personal touch. Thank you both for sharing your beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlo U.

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

Gateway to Hamakua Coast

The place was perfect for launching our excursions on the Hamakua Coast! We wanted to sleep on this side of the island and see if the weather and vibe of Hamakua was a fit for our plans to relocate some day. Jim and Kim were very personable and the accommodations comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024