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Mele Kohola Song Of The Whales

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Aerial view
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8181.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Mele Kohola Song Of The Whales

Experience Paradise at Mele Kohola: Your Front Yard Whale Watching Haven!

Welcome to Mele Kohola, a home where the magic of Hawaii comes alive! Nestled in a location where the waters are deep and the coastline forms a gentle cove, this stunning residence offers front-row seats to nature's most captivating show. During whale season, watch these magnificent creatures leap and play right outside your door, with dolphins joining the spectacle close to shore.

Enjoy panoramic bi-coastal views from nearly every room, including two inviting front lanais. Greet the sunrise from your front porch, set up chairs along the cliffs for sunset, or unwind in the hot tub as the sun dips below the horizon. Let the soothing sounds of waves lull you to sleep and feel the constant ocean breeze as you relax.

Mele Kohola isn't just a home—it's an embodiment of the Hawaiian spirit. This is more than just a vacation; it’s a lifestyle. Welcome to your personal paradise. Aloha!

Property manager

Kendi

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number GE-188-986-7264-01, 3150570060000, TA-188-986-7264-01

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 27 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 29 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 34 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 36 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blane's Drive Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Alibi Tavern - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mele Kohola Song Of The Whales pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Mele Kohola Song Of The Whales?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mele Kohola Song Of The Whales?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mele Kohola Song Of The Whales located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gynger O.

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

Excellent

Great communication and excellent views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Breathtaking views from your room

The location is fantastic with great sunrise views. We saw whales offshore on our first morning there. The description is completely accurate and it accommodated our group of six perfectly. Our only regret was not planning a day to just relax and enjoy the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kendi

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I am a Realtor and I enjoy real estate sales, property management, traveling, hiking, exploring, cooking healthy meals, and spending time with family & friends. I currently reside on Big Island, Hawaii with my better half, Clint.

Why they chose this property

This home is located directly on the ocean cliffside in the popular neighborhood of Hawaiian Paradise Park, where you'll find the beautiful Shipmans Beach hike. It's about 15 miles south of Hilo. Up the Coast is Carlsmith Beach Park where you can snorkel, whale watch, and observe sea turtles in the waters. Onekahakaha Beach Park is another family-friendly park with wading pools teaming with small inhabitants, just 20 miles up the coast. Hawaii Volcano National park, home to rare and endangered wildlife such as the elusive scarlet i'iwi honeycreeper, the friendly nene goose, towering koa trees, and graceful ohia is just minutes away. Also, find delicious restaurants just 10 miles south in Pahoa.

What makes this property unique

Watch whales jump right outside! This home has been known as "Mele Kohola" which means "Song of the Whale" in Hawaiian and they will entertain you day and night (in season, of course, January-March). The waters in front of Mele Kohola are very deep, and the coastline is shaped in a gentle cove tempting the whales and dolphins to play very close to shore. Enjoy the unobstructed bi-coastal views from almost every room in the house including the two front, ocean facing lanais. Yes, this is paradise!