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World Class Garden Residence

Vacation home in Pahoa with kitchen and patio

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Hale Mohalu Guesthouse is a tranquil retreat nestled in twenty-two acres of lush gardens on the picturesque Puna coast. Savor breathtaking ocean views from the stone terrace or explore nearby geothermal warm pools and black sand beaches, all while enjoying beautiful Mango wood floors, custom made furnishings from Bali, and exceptional art within this unique botanical paradise.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • 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.

World Class Garden Residence

Located on the rugged and picturesque Puna coast of the Big Island, Hale Mohalu Guesthouse is a garden residence in paradise. The lush and verdant district of Puna provides the idyllic setting for this unique botanical retreat.
Situated on twenty-two acres with about 10 acres of manicured and well tended gardens. The property is filled with an extensive palm and bamboo collection along with orchids and fruit trees. The guesthouse commands sweeping ocean views to the east where the sun rises from the Pacific Ocean bathing the expansive garden and stone terrace in the early morning light...If you can pull yourself away, venture out to the nearby geothermal warm pools or the black sand beach for a sunrise swim.

Beautiful Mango wood floors, custom made furnishings from Bali and exceptional art combine to create an experience that is truly unique in the world of vacation rentals. The residence is nestled into a private botanical garden with extensive palm, bamboo, orchid and bromeliad collections, all staged within the context of manicured sweeping lawns and ocean vistas.

Estate managers are onsite, comfortably situated away from the main residence to ensure your utmost privacy.

Fresh tropical floral arrangements, all gathered from our exquisite garden, will greet you throughout the entire house. Beautiful linens, comfortable beds and a well equipped kitchen await your arrival.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Return the keys
Please wash all of your dishes.
Leave any used blankets out to be washed. Leave bedding on the bed so that we can inspect it to see if anything needs to be pretreated before washing.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Non smoking only

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 130010610000, TA-102-813-0816-01, GE-102-813-0816-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
HI, Pahoa

What's nearby

  • Kehena Beach - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
  • SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Pahoa Museum - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Pohoiki Beach - 18 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Isaac Hale Beach Park - 18 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pahoa Fresh Fish - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is World Class Garden Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at World Class Garden Residence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at World Class Garden Residence?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is World Class Garden Residence located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kehena Beach, SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center, and Mackenzie State Park. Pahoa Museum and Pohoiki Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

World Class Garden Residence Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kery P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow what an amazing place! I could have spent weeks admiring all the plants and trees and still found new beauty. Everything is so thoughtfully put together. Beds were comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed and inside and out everything was super clean. Michael was so kind to show us around the property as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Beautiful

Amazing! We were in awe of the grounds and the house! We enjoyed the nature and peaceful oasis. The gentle rain even brought peaceful sleep and a cool breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb K.

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

Great Stay

We had a great time. The home and the property were awesome. Everything was as advertised. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Family vacation

This place is stunning and everything you need id here.We loved it and would love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

George G.

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

Incredible place

We absolutely loved staying here—everything was amazing and we loved relaxing in the tub. Mike’s property tour was fun and informative. I will be recommending this property to anyone who will listen and probably returning in the future. Mahalo
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig E.

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

Beautiful

Well appointed yet close to nature. Attention to detail inside and out. Great space for our family of six to spend a holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Hawaiian Paradise

We loved this property. The house is great: beautiful, comfortable, stocked with all essentials. The caretaker was very communicative and helpful. And the gardens are simply amazing. We’re trying to figure out when we can get back to the big island just to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilie B.

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

Jardin de rêve

Very beautiful house and garden . We enjoyed our staying. The house was well equiped , we had everything we needed. The only downside was that the place was far from other attraction and commodity (15-20 min to the closest shop ) .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Stunningly beautiful property

The house is literally situated in the middle of a botanical garden. If you want a peaceful getaway from the typical Hawaii tourism, this is it. The property isn’t too far away from other towns but seems remote, is quiet. We saw Hawaiian hawks, heard coqui frogs and were joined by curious day geckos.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Beautiful Sunrise Location, Beautiful Grounds

This has got to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. Before we arrived we were planning on exploring around Pahōa and Hilo, the moment we arrived we knew we had to change our plans and just stay at the property. It was perfect, Michael was great and gave us a tour of the grounds. Fresh fruit everywhere! Beautiful sunrise. It was so relaxing, we really want to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick T.

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

Don’t stay here!!

Seriously, you shouldn’t stay here because you will never want to leave and because you may tell everyone you know to rent this place and then I will have book it years in advance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jolene W.

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

Beautiful garden setting

Wanted to explored a new part of the Big Island near the volcano. It’s an hour drive to VNP. Stunning property although I wasn’t sure how much of it I could roam on. There are other homes on the property and I didn’t want to trespass. The house we had was very private though. Very very rainy part of the island. I wanted to sit outside more but everything was so wet. Noisy coqui frogs at night but along with the rain I was lulled to sleep. Michael was great to work with. A unique experience but pretty far away from everything. It’s truly a one of a kind property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Beyond Amazing

Our family of 5 stayed for 3 nights as we explored the Hilo side of the Big Island. The home and property were spectacular. The photos, while amazing, cannot do justice to how beautiful the property truly is; it is like staying in a secluded botanic garden. The home itself is amazing as well; it was very clean, spacious, and very well stocked with everything we needed. Very much appreciated the grill and the amazing gas (propane) range for cooking meals. Michael was extremely helpful with everything; he was very courteous and very responsive. Very, very highly recommended place for anyone looking for a secluded retreat in a natural, verdant, and lush Hawaiian setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan B.

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

Trip to Paradise

We had an amazing time at this great property. Everything was clean and as described and the garden was out of this world! The cherry on the cake was the ocean in the background - just wonderful! We loved the off-grid experience (without missing out on any of the essentials) and the communication with Michael was flawless. Dipping into the (for us intentionally not heated) tub after a long day exploring the island was just perfect. Love to be back some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clarke E.

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

A paradise on earth

This property was absolutely phenomenal. Meticulously maintained land that made this a true oasis. The home was thoughtfully designed and a true respite after a day of activities. I could have easily just stayed on the property the whole time. Michael was so nice and informative about the care that went into the development of the property. The flowers and the fruit trees heightened the stay, it was such an amazing experience! There truly isn’t a better place to stay on the Big Island. We all hated to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shayne R., Vancouver

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

Paradise

House is older, nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable and has everything you need. Property/setting is spectacular. Picked fresh oranges, tangerines, mandarins, avocados and limes every morning, and mangoes and papaya when ripe. Other fresh produce available when ripe. Michael (on site caretaker) is helpful and super friendly. Enjoyed the kitties. Location is a bit out of the way so must have a car. All in all, it was a great two weeks. With much gratitude.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful. Great location to explore the tropical side of the Big Island. If you don’t mind the sound of nature to put you to sleep at night, then this is the perfect place. Completely eco-friendly with solar everything. Has water filter system for clean water to drink and cook with. Beds were comfortable with plenty of clean towels. On site washing machine/dryer for convenience. Stella, the cat, is a resident cat who’s super friendly and highlight for the kids. If you want to reconnect with nature, then this place is the perfect place. Make sure to bring bug-spray/repellent for the mosquitos.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ray B.

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

Stunning World Class Stay

I have never been anywhere like this place! It is truly and island paradise like you’ve only seen in movies or in your dreams. The owner and caretaker have meticulously designed this home to be a living work of art. The botanical gardens are breathtaking and the home is full of a collection from all over the world (including a gong held by two soldiers begging to be rung as the sun rises over the ocean in the distance as you sip your morning coffee). We stayed for a short 2 nights while visiting Volcano National Park and wished we had stayed at least another night. Pahoa is just 10 minutes away with a number of places to grab breakfast or dinner alongside locals and off the beaten tourist path. You will not regret staying here. Thank you so much to David and Michael for sharing this special home and your work of art with others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful 'off the grid' property. Wish we could have stayed longer. Enjoyed learning about the vegetation from Michael.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

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

Pictures don't do it justice!

The pictures don't do it justice! We had an amazing 3-night stay with our family of 4 (2 teenagers- 13 and 16). Beautiful, relaxing house and property. Never once turned on the TV. Kitchen is well-stocked for cooking. No AC (of course), but plenty of fans for use in the bedrooms if you are a hot sleeper. I enjoyed listening to the frogs at night. The soaker tub (cold plunge/hot tub) was a nice perk.Great information provided in advance - and tips for things to do in the area. We explored the new black sand beach created after the 2018 eruption.Make sure to take time to ask for a tour of the property and try some of the edible fruits.Wish we could have stayed a week!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Beautiful.

Always a wonderful time. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Unbelievably Beautiful

Pictures can not do this place justice. We felt so lucky to be able to stay at such an incredible property. Check-in was easy. The groundskeeper, Michael, was there to greet us and answer any questions. The house itself is really unique and special. However- the garden that surrounds you is absolutely breathtaking. If you are thinking about it, do it! I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

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

Paradise found

From the minute we drove onto the property until we left we loved the place. it is so beautiful. Mike was extremely helpful. I have never seen such a variety of plants, flowers, trees, etc. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Amazing garden, quiet retreat.

Quiet, ocean view off in the distance, amazing sunrises. It's a massive garden. Big enough to have a run through for a few laps. With edibles and flowers, the design took vision and tons of work. The house itself is great. We had a few unlucky power issues, but the house manager was so responsive, polite and pleasant it didn't bother us much. We are already scheming to come back here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Secluded Paradise

My family and I spent a wonderful week at Hale Muhalo. The property is even more beautiful in person and the house was clean, modern and extremely comfortable for a family of five. Michael is a wonderful host and the care he and his team put into the place really shows. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to anyone who is looking for peace and tranquility on their trip to the Big Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024