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My Hilo Home in Hilo Hawaii
My Hilo Home sits on a large, meticulously landscaped property
My Hilo Home offers lovely plantation style architecture and mod
Spacious and well furnished, My Hilo Home sleeps up to 8 guests
The Dining area adjacent to the Kitchen sits 8 guests

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8206.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Hilo, Hawaii
  • Rainbow Falls
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home

Enter the home onto the grand lanai (porch) which is fully screened in and offers a view of the manicured acre with Hilo Bay views in the distance. Through the front doors you'll be greeted by our huge living room. The original hardwood floors and plantation era architectural details are unique to Hilo homes from the 1920s and 1930s. This huge living area books on history and art of Hawaii, a large flat-screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi internet and luxurious lounging area big enough for your whole family. NOTE: there are no TV channels so bring your streaming login info!

There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms in the home that are artfully decorated with historic representations of 'old Hawaii'. The kitchen at the back of the house is bright and full of windows to take in your Hawaiian landscape. The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you may need to cook a big meal or heat up your restaurant leftovers. Seating for 8 at the dining table and seating for 6 at the kitchen table with additional seating on the lanai.

My Hilo Home is planted with lots of tropical fruiting trees and plants. Enjoy juicy pineapples from our pineapple patch in summer months, tangy lychee from our ancient lychee tree in spring and citrus in the winter. There is also a breadfruit tree for those adventurous travelers who want to try a unique starch (please follow in-house instructions on preparing the difficult fruit!).

Four comfortable bedrooms line one side of the private home. Three of the bedrooms have queen size beds and the fourth has two twin beds (max occupancy is 8 guests). Each of the two bathrooms has a marble shower and one bathroom has a small bathtub. A pack-n-play is available for our guests with babies. The kitchen has an electric cook-top, electric oven, dishwasher, refrigerator and washer/dryer for laundry. All kitchen dishes and small appliances are available for your use. The house is immaculately cleaned between guests (at check-out) and mid-stay cleaning is an optional add-on.

This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-122-010-0096-01
STVR-19-347054
NUC-19-333

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 3260080140000, GE-122-010-0096-01, TA-122-010-0096-01

About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this holiday home is in a rural area. Naha Stone and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pacific Tsunami Museum and Gilbert Carvalho Park. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Joint Astronomy Centre are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including ecotours, birdwatching and whale watching.
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Hilo, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Hilo Farmers Market - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Port of Hilo - 11 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪L & L Drive Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Pesto - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Live a Piece of History at My Hilo Home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Kalakaua Park and Naha Stone. East Hawaii Cultural Center and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tina M.

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

Family stay

A few hiccups but the commincation was good and we got things resolved. Beautiful plantation house and grounds. Very private and lots of room for a family of 7.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Time in Hilo

Great property with lots of space. The screened porch was the most used space. Lots of fruit trees on the property. Only a short distance to downtown with lots of shops and restaurant options.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa P.

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

Hawaiian stay

Very relaxing! Close to town. But feels like your living the Hawaiian life in the country! Loved pickings and enjoying fresh fruit. House was clean. love loved the architecture of the authentic Hawaiian home! Some updates needed in master bath and kitchen. But overall we really enjoyed our stay! Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace B.

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

Classic Hawaii

This house worked perfectly for our extended family vacation. The huge kitchen was great for many cooks working together and the grill and outdoor seating area was a valuable addition which we enjoyed immensely. We would stay here again. Sunrise and coffee on the lanai was a special quiet time for my husband and me before the rest of the crew got up. We loved this spot.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Shawn R.

Relaxing Hilo Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cute older home overlooking Hilo Bay. The house was a little stuffy when we first arrived, but we opened all the windows and never had to think about it again. The yard was great for the kids to run around, and the large kitchen was perfect for cooking some meals at the house. The pots and pans could use a refresh though. Overall, it was a great place to stay on the calmer side of the island.

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela O.

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

Amazingly spectacular

Clean and beautiful, close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David Russell W.

Restful and Spacious, while close to Hilo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My Hilo Home is a plantation house in good condition, in a private quiet area yet just a 1/2 mile or so across the river from downtown Hilo. We enjoyed the yard, the porch, the views over the bay, and having a full kitchen.

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline E.

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

Great stay

We really enjoyed our stay in the beautiful home. The kitchen and view were sensing and extremely well equipped with everything we could need. So much attention to detail to make a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

krishna t.

Awesome stay at Hilo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay and had an excellent time. Definitely will stay again if coming back to Hilo.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lily B.

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

Spacious Country Home

Lots of room to be very comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

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

A Walk in time - Colonial Days

Worth Going Back to. I will miss the view from the kitchen. So very little time! Next time, if there will be a next time, a 7 night stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen A., Kapolei, Oahu, Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beauty of our Hawaiian Islands

Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

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

My Hilo Home

The house was charming. The screen porch was a great place to hang out and relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan W.

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

Swelter while you sleep

We left property second night in. Checked in to hotel. No A/C ! Impossible to sleep. Termites on bed, mattress saggy, condemned label on window. Stunning physically, needs restoration. Terrible experience.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley and Paul D.

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

Lanai lounging

It was a lovely house to spend nearly 2 weeks in. We thoroughly enjoyed staying here. We picked lots of fruit from the property, lounged on the lanai, and had fun watching the planes and geckos eating insects. The large yard was very nice to have young children use up some energy. The proximity to the downtown and beaches, while still being 'out of town,' was excellent.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie N., Sacramento, CA, USA

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

Great vacation rental

We loved staying at this lovely vacation home. It was clean, comfortable and cozy! So much Hilo charm. Huge space, especially loved the wrap around screened-in porch. We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H., Flagler Beach

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

Great house

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house is a really close drive to town but is nicely secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holli C.

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

Great House, Great Location!

Lots of room to spread out. We loved the Lanai💕
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keni S.

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

My Hilo Home is an amazing place to stay

Our 2nd time staying in this wonderful home. Can't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aurora P., Molalla

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

Amazing home

Perfect location an great to be able to walk to town..loved it
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

valerie m.

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

Spacious home with large screened in lanai

It was a lovely place and we really enjoyed our stay there and would be happy to recommend it to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

MARILYN K.

One of the best places to stay in Hilo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing time at this vacation rental. Very large home and property. Very peaceful, had everything we needed. The kitchen was the biggest kitchen we ever saw. We loved it. Would definitely stay there again. Had to deal with a lot of gnats, ants, and a couple of centipedes, but thats expected in Hawaii and the area we were in.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Lush Tropical Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was charming place to stay with lots of space, beautiful deck with views and a birdwatcher's delight. It was out of the way, but close to town and right up the road were waterfalls. Very peaceful and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Beautiful n charming older home

Enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home with a fantastic view of Hilo bay. Property was close to all of things we wanted to do. This home will be on our list to stay again when we come back
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

2d visit

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent property. 2nd time to stay. Wonderful location. Will return.

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