We've already stayed at several places using Airbnb and I have to say that this cottage was special. It's really right next to a fruit orchard. Beautifully decorated house with amazing host + adorable dog Lilly. Thank you so much Bob and Kady!

Bob and Kady were gracious hosts, we had an amazing time on the island and on the plantation. We hope to make a trip back to the cottage!

The place is beautiful, so close to the water as well. ****go up north and you will be amazed at what you will see*** I won't spoil the surprise.

Sun and Orchard is a lovely place to stay. The surroundings are lovely and peaceful, and made for a really restful stay. Hilo town is a pleasant 20 minute drive away, and there are some great places bear by for essentials and food (the Low store and the Shake Shack). It made a great base for exploring the south of the island (we went to Mauna Kea, Volcano National Park and did a helicopter ride over the lava fields). The B and B is furnished to a very high qualilty, with a lovely bathroom. Our hosts were extremely kind and lovely.

Such an amazing experience! Beautiful property with tons of fruit trees and such a warm welcome! Comfortable quiet and surrounded by natural beauty. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!

My husband and I absolutely loved staying at the cottage! we enjoyed walking the beautiful grounds with their cute dog, Lily, guiding us along the way. The owners greeted us when we arrived with a bowl of fresh fruit from their orchards and eggs from their chickens which were all delicious! They showed us around the ohana and gave us great tips to make our stay wonderful. They gave us our space throughout our stay, although we always saw Lily magically appear whenever we opened our door every morning! :) The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom spacious and gorgeous. There isn't full kitchen, but they do have a microwave and single induction burner which worked fine for making eggs/small meals.

Bob and Kady's place is wonderful! The nature of Hawaii is just magic, staying in the house surrounded by so many trees and plants was great, waking up hearing birds sing was even better. This house is very clean, close to all Hilo attractions and points of interest. Fresh fruits from the garden were delicious! Highly recommended! Thank you so very much for our amazing time!

There is so much thoughtful care put into this place, it's quite impressive. The photos are accurate, and the real life experience is even better. • Hilo is the wettest city in the U.S. so older properties are plagued with roaches and geckos from the degradation of constant moisture, and even hotels have difficulty keeping them at bay. You won't find either here – the cottage is PRISTINE. The construction is BRAND NEW (very rare on the big island), and architecture high-end. Both homes are craftsman style, freestanding, with the cottage some distance to the main house where Bob and Kady live, so it's quite private. We felt as if we had the property to ourselves & only saw Bob and Kady twice (when we checked in & before we left for a photo). However, both answered my emails and texts instantly. • Our friendly hosts greeted us warmly, with fresh, pasture-raised eggs from their chickens, fruit and avocado from their garden the morning after our arrival. (The fruit and eggs were amazing). • There is literally not a hair or speck of dirt on the floor when you arrive, and the property surrounding is equally well-kept. The kitchen is well-equipped and everything is spotless: electric burner, blender, pots and pans, dishes, sink, grout, refrigerator, and everything is well-organized and easy to find. • The living room has a charming retro bamboo sofa and Bob and Kady have stocked it with guide books and tips for those new to the island, as well as a few games and cards for lounging around the cottage. • Bathroom is well-lit, spacious, and beautiful • The bed was comfortable, cotton sheets were clean, the pillows and everything smelled new, fresh and lovely. (Things can get funky on the wet side of the island with all of the moisture). And thoughtfully, there are plugs beside the bed to charge your phone (rare), and a nightstand on BOTH sides to place a glass of water etc. • There are fans in every room and while it was 82 outside somedays, opening all of the windows and turning the fans on cooled things off very quickly. • Parking is right out front in your own driveway, lighting is great. • The surroundings are incredibly beautiful, and you're free to pick fruit and explore. The setting is a 190-degree ocean wrap around of all of the lush green, and the neighbor is a cornfield, so you can enjoy amazing peace. • The booking manager Kimberly and hosts, Bob and Kady all embody ALOHA, and all were always quick to respond and helpful. ***My only tip: If you arrive at night, pack a can of stick of frozen butter and condensed milk (for cream for your coffee) in your checked luggage (they provide coffee), or a couple packs instant oatmeal and slices of bread in your carryon, and you'll have breakfast without having to go to the store at 11pm (I'm not even sure there's one open).

Wij hebben drie nachten door gebracht hier! Het was een warm welkom door de eigenaresse! Het huisje was klein en erg warm, door de omgeving zijn er veel insecten in en om t huisje, daarom zijn er strenge regels wat betreft de manier van omgaan met het huisje. Verder prima verblijf!

From the magical and intriguing first drive down the access road to the farm - through tall stands of sugarcane and grasses - to the final moment of departure, we were happy about the choice we had made to stay at Aloha Mahi’ai! We found the farm to be an ideal home-base for exploring the island on our seventeen day trip and would definitely stay again. The hosts and other farm residents were warm, friendly and helpful, both in terms of getting needs met on site, as well as suggesting fun things to do around the island (including things you won’t find in travel books!). There was a balance of privacy/space and community. We were even fortunate to be there for a holiday celebration and were able to meet other locals. We very much appreciate Marcus’ vision for the farm and community. The description accurately depicted the type of environment, surroundings and accommodations. The view was stunning; positively rejuvenating! The cabin was spick and span and there was easy access to fully-equiped kitchen and no-cost laundry facilities. There were a number of thoughtful rituals that helped us feel comfortable, from color coded shelving in the kitchen and bathroom to very handy foot baths near each cabin to avoid tracking mud onto our veranda. The neighborhood was rural, with lots of nature sounds (including roosters, cows, peepers, crashing waves), which we really enjoyed! We found the 15 min drive to Hilo to be a breeze. Some other things to be aware of for your trip: the Wifi was sometimes on and off (check with host beforehand if you are depending on access), there was a clear Verizon phone signal, there are outdoor showers only (private, spacious and accessible), not currently any place to hang clothing in the cabin, the location is near to other farms and farm equipment may be heard during the day, there is some traffic noise from the nearby route 19 but it faded into the background for us. I highly recommend you check it out

This is our second time here, and not our last. In a way, it felt like we were coming back home. Overall, this is our favorite place to stay across the four main islands. Our hosts are wonderful, and the accommodations are very comfortable (once we got used to the idea of communal sharing of kitchen and bathroom spaces). The best part is the location. Totally remote and private, but only 20 miles away from Hilo. The farm is 15 acres of pure beauty. The side of the property is lined by a stream with a gorgeous waterfall and a pool for swimming (cold water) that eventually feeds into the ocean. It's about 1500 feet to walk down to the ocean where huge waves violently crash against cliffs. These incredible features surround the property, but the property itself is wonderful too. The sweetest herd of cows you'll ever meet live here. They will literally run to you when you call them over! There is a hammock and ripe fruit trees just outside your door. Picking and eating the world's tastiest papaya couldn't be easier :) There's so much to do here just within walking distance. Experiencing Hawai'i from the farm is one of our favorite memories.

The stay was an awesome community environment, everyone there will help you with anything you want to know about the island and getting around the island. They also have 3 of the coolest most well behaved dogs. You can see the sunrise every morning coming up right over the ocean. There are also fresh bananas that grow right next to your cabin. I highly recommend this place!!!

This place and this family - SO AWESOME! The property is great and everyone is super friendly. These are people you just want to be around. There is a waterfall on the property you can walk to, and explore all the way down to basically what is private ocean front. The space is super unique and everything is well appointed. Highly recommend!!!

My husband and I had a great time during our two day stay with Marcus during our honeymoon! Marcus and Mary Ellen were warm hosts who did a great job of balancing hospitality and privacy. I was a little unsure how I would feel about the community kitchen and bathroom, but it ended up being a great experience and a cool opportunity to meet other young people on the island. Mary Ellen's daughter Margaret told us about some great hiking, I bought some of the amazing soaps and coffee they sold and my us and and I had a very comfortable stay. The cabin and all areas are very very clean. Very refreshing stay.

The photos of this place do not do it justice. It is such a beautiful farm right by the ocean and an awesome waterfall. The cabins are very nice and the hosts (Marcus and Mary Ellen) are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. About 20 min. North of downtown Hilo, this is an ideal place to escape city life. I didn't want to leave!

Good directions, greeted warmly and given a little tour. The cabin was spacious and the cluster of cabins were close yet private. Kitchen fully stocked and easily shared by family and visitors. Loved the view of the ocean, the waterfall, the green fields and laughing and visiting with family Margaret and Sean. Can't wait to return to our island home away from home

Everything was great.

Randall's home was lovely! We stayed in Hilo but drove around all of the big island! I would recommend this place to anyone who wants some time to relax away from home. The kitchen had everything we needed and the bedrooms were large enough for our whole family. The location was a bit off the beaten path, but only made it more beautiful. We fell asleep every night with our windows open to the sound of birds and awoke to roosters greeting the morning. It was a wonderful get-away!

The sea breeze cottage is an amazing and unique place to stay. Being completely off the grid is a cool experience but don't be fooled, it has all the modern convenience you would expect and more. The cottage is more spacious than it appears in the pictures and the appliances are top notch LG and Samsung. Randall also had some nice recommendations on things to do that worked out nicely. We throughly enjoyed our stay!

Great directions. Clean. Beautiful, secluded. 15 minutes to Hilo. We greatly enjoyed it. Food options are limited to a small convenince store (breakfast)and a smoothie/food stand (lunch) in the area. But thats what makes the area so enjoyable.

This house is fantastic. It's in a very nice rural location but one block from a great coffee/smoothie shop. Quick and easy drive to Hilo. Very clean, great communication with the manager. Will stay here again if we are ever back in the area.

We hebben genoten van deze schitterende locatie net ten noorden van Hilo. We werden door Kelly en Roy zeer gastvrij ontvangen en konden elke ochtend genieten van een heerlijk ontbijt met uitzicht op zee. Een echte aanrader!

Kelly and Roy were amazing hosts from the beginning. They made sure to be there when we arrived to answer any questions and to welcome us. Kelly knew it was our honeymoon and even had a bottle of wine waiting for us in our room. Very clean, great location just a short drive from downtown Hilo, beautiful ocean view from the living room and porch, and Roy makes the BEST breakfast every morning you could ever ask for. Mahalo for a great time Roy and Kelly!

Kelly & Roy are just the perfect host! They are so very nice and caring and the room and the whole apartment is a dream! Is Is very clean an they provide everything for you in case you forgot anything. And the breakfast! Oh the breakfast was just delicious and perfect! With just everything you can wish for!

Kelly and Roy welcomed us like an old friend. It was lovely to be there and experience their aloha attitude. Thank you so much!

I had a lovely time staying with Kelly and Roy. They were very easy people to be around. Their space is very well organized for guests to feel at home - hospitality is something that obviously comes naturally to them! I enjoyed their company and felt like staying up and chatting the evening I was there, as it happened to be raining. I found them to be very interesting people and gracious hosts. They also had good recommendations for things to see and do. Thank you kindly, Roy and Kelly. Faye

Kelly and Rob's hospitality was outstanding. The room was great, the porch view of the ocean was magical. It is minutes away from the awesome botanical gardens and few minutes from the Hilo attractions. They provided excellent suggestions for exploring the island, and their breakfast was superb. I feel I have made friends in the Big Island of Hawaii. Mahalo!

Our first experience of Airbnb set the bar for any to follow. Kelly and Roy are fabulous hosts! Their place was gorgeous and clean. A generous breakfast was served overlooking the sea, and we thoroughly enjoyed their delightful company! Highly highly recommended!!

Absolutely one of the best experiences I've had at an Airbnb. Kelly and her husband Roy are the most lovely, wonderful hosts. They're ridiculously kind and friendly. Their home is in a quiet part of Hilo that is only 10-15 mins away from the main part of town and also really close to the airport. They're also quite close to the northern valleys and waterfalls of the Big Island which is great. The room I stayed in was really big and clean - and so was the bathroom. Kelly even wakes up early to make sure you get breakfast! I feel like I've been spoiled staying here and wish I could have stayed longer.

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The description of the place was very precise. The location is very convinient for exploring the eastern part of Big Island and the adjacent central part including Mauna Kea. The room is nice and clean aside from the main building where Joe and his family live. So you would have a lot of privacy. Joe and all of his girls are super friendly and communicative. We received many good advices about the whereabouts and attractions at the vicinity. We highly recommend staying at Joes place.

Joes place was the best value! Simple, but just a nice safe place and a comfy bed and wifi. The room is private, while the bathroom and common kitchen area can be shared with other travelers. No stovetop for cooking was the only disappointment. Joe is such a nice guy and very knowledgeable about the island and its history. Glad we stayed with him!

Lovely stay in a little neighborhood north of Hilo. Great access to the whole Eastern side of Island - waterfalls, lava, beaches - all day trip distance from Joe's place. Accommodations were as described, we slept well, had nice warm showers, ate our breakfast in the little kitchen area. For the price, there is no where better to stay near Hilo!

Joe's place is simple, clean and affordable. You'll definitely need a car to access the sites around but its situated in a very scenic part of the Big Island north of Hilo so there is plenty to access from here.

Joe was a host! He welcomed us personnally and answered all our questions during our stay! The room and kitchen were exactly the same as described. The room and bed were confortable, the kitchen had everything we needed and we liked the fact that the room/kitchen/bathroom were separate from the house, so didn't feel like disturbing everytime we were coming home :) the house was close to Hilo (10-15 mins) and also close from the Hamakua coast, Mauna Kea, Kalapana (for the lava flow!! :D), the Hawaiian Volcano National Park and much more! It was definitely worth the price and we would go back anytime!

Recommended for simple, quiet, and easy place to stay. Furnishes and set ups as advertised in the pictures. The room(s) location is on an improved backyard shed and the main area (dining area/kitchen) is open (no door); it gives Big Island nature feel but also invites small critters here and there. The host is very hospitable, helpful, and responsive. I enjoyed my visit very much. Thank you!

My friend and I stayed at Joe's place for 2 nights. The place was separate from the house which made it feel more private. There was both a room and a small kitchen. There was shampoo, conditioner and body wash in the shower. There was also coffee, fruit and a mini refrigerator available beside the room. Joe and his family were very kind and helpful. The location was close to Hilo Airport, downtown Hilo, the Botanical Gardens and Akaka Falls. I would stay here again.

Our week at Big Island Aloha was quite enjoyable. The photo of the view does not do it (URL HIDDEN) is very panoramic. The deck area is great for breakfast or just relaxing with great ocean views. The home was comfortable, quiet, and clean. George and Della greeted us warmly, answered any questions, and completely respected our privacy. Note the view in the picture is from the upstairs porch of the property, not the house seen in the picture.

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Easy to get to, very gracious hosts and everything you need right (EMAIL HIDDEN)fortable and beautiful yard!

Great comfortable place. Close to beach parks, downtown Hill. Awesome views from most rooms. We even watched whales from the porch.

Had a great stay at this house. Beautiful sunrise every morning and ocean views all day from the balcony.. Will definitely be back.

Very nice rural place to stay, Randall had great information about things to do and see. If in the area again Will defiantly be back!!

The Onomea Guest Suite surpassed our expectations, turning out to be a wonderful experience! The suite was spotlessly clean and super comfortable. The grounds were very well maintained and we enjoyed the immensely peaceful surroundings. Randall was an excellent host, and it was a pleasure to get acquainted with him.

This is a small piece of paradise within walking distance to the Botanical Gardens. Randell is a gracious host with great insight local activities and restaurants

Beautiful property and wonderful hosts! My boyfriend and I did a quick overnight with Randall and Donna on our way to hike Mauna Loa. It was the perfect place to relax before enduring 40 miles of a'a lava! The Onomea Suite is clean, comfortable, and our hosts were so welcoming - I only wish we could have stayed longer! I'm sure we'll be back to experience more of this tropical hideaway. Randall and Donna - the hike went great! Despite some sore muscles and chapped lips, it was a fantastic adventure. All 11 of us were able to obtain permits and the weather held out. Thanks again for your encouragement and sunscreen reminders :) Mahalo nui, Jenny & "sweetie pie"

Randall is a great host. The place is much more beautiful than the pictures show. It's close to Hilo downtown, Akaka falls, botanical gardens and the onomoea bay. Randall welcomes everyone with a smile and he's a great guide!!

Randall was an amazing host! We loved our space--so beautifully decorated and gorgeous view of the garden area. Randall made sure we had the right information to make our time on Big Island just perfect. We loved the hens who greeted us in the morning. The studio apartment had great amenities to make our breakfast and a blender for our Mai Tai attempts! Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!

The Duryea's were the perfect hosts. The guest suite is gorgeous and every detail had been thought of. We had such a wonderful time there and would recommend it to anyone. Not only is the location super convenient to everything, it was a welcoming and comforting place to come home to after all the touring we were doing during the day as well as just sit on the lovely terrace and admire the gorgeous landscape of the property. Thank you!!!

If you love gardens this is a great location. Close walk to the Botanical Gardens. Suite is located on a beautiful property once part of a sugar plantation. Private and comfortable, tastefully furnished. Well equipped for light cooking. Randall was welcoming and helpful.

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Our hosts were very nice people. They gave us items from their farm such as goat milk for coffee, fresh eggs and sweet pineapple. Their property was very beautiful, especially the view of the flowing stream from the balcony.

My family and I stayed at this wonderful house for 3 weeks in December. We have 3 small kids and could not have had a better experience! The house has a lot of sunlight, is very clean and in great condition and is situated on a beautiful, huge backyard with sheep and chicken. Our young kids had a blast feeding them fruits and leftovers. Hanna, the property manager, was very easy to get ahold of, flexible and responsive to all of our questions and requests. She went out of her way to make us feel welcome. She bought my daughter a few Hawaii coloring books as well as a Hawaii guidebook for us to use. It is a secluded property which is what we wanted - Hilo is a 15 minute drive away - and the perfect getaway from the hustle bustle of the daily grind! We were about a 15-20 minute from a few beautiful waterfalls and a 1 hour drive away from Volcano National Park. I would highly recommend this property to anyone and hope to return one day! Thank you for an amazing trip!