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Until you experience it you don't know it exist... *Exceeded our expectations*

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Dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Hawi, HI
  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2
    9 min drive
  • Kamehameha Park
    12 min drive
  • Kohala Coffee Mill
    10 min drive
  • Upolu Point, HI (UPP-Upolu)
    18 min drive

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About the area

Hawi

Located in Hawi, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Big Island Eco Adventures 2 and Kenjis House. .This vacation home is 25.5 mi (41 km) from Mauna Kea Beach and 26 mi (41.8 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2 - 9 min drive
  • ATV Outfitters - 16 min drive
  • Pololu Valley Overlook - 23 min drive
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 46 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kings View Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gill's Lanai - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kohala Coffee Mill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Until you experience it you don't know it exist... *Exceeded our expectations*

Thank you for showing interest in Kohala Lodge. This Beautiful 2400 square ft craftsman-style Paniolo (cowboy) retreat is your's for you and your guest only. The retreat sets on 3.5 acres located at the Northwest coast of the Big Island above Historic town of Hawi. When staying at the Kohala Lodge you can visit our Gift-shop Old Hawai'i Trading company... FREE High Speed Wi-Fi

The Lodge House is fully furnished. Work and Play at Kohala Lodge the large Lani offers a great setting. The Lodge House has two baths and sleeps 4 comfortably. The second floor loft with a Queen size bed overlooks the great room with large fireplace and 30 foot ceilings. Make a cozy fire for those cool evenings ( fire wood provided )

The spacious Master bedroom is located on the main floor with private bathroom. The Lodge House is a unique timber-framed paniolo-style ranch home made of high quality large yellow cedar wood. Come enjoy paradise in this relaxing, beautiful home with spectacular ocean and sunset views from just about every room.

Relax on the expansive font deck overlooking the ocean / see the Whales spouting when they are migrating through Hawaii. Finish your day barbecuing on the grill and enjoy your food in our fully furnished kitchen.

Beach gear / Towels and Laundry are also available...

The Kohala Coast offers great restaurants, shopping, Hawaiian culture, nature, beaches, hiking, zip lining, exploring, adventure, and much more. Come feed the animals and experience Kohala Lodges Charm / for more info go to: The horses of Kohala Lodge. Create your own special memories that will last a lifetime... TA-096-879-8208-01 Owner lives on property
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Chris Wej

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Boating on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Until you experience it you don't know it exist... *Exceeded our expectations* Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 144 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

S W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Excellent
The only thing surpassing the amazing environment, are the magnificently charming owners Chris and Carol
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
House feels larger than the pictures
The host was extraordinarily knowledgeable and the house provided a wonderful window into living in Hawi like it was years ago, plus modern conveniences. The ranch animals really are just on the other side of the fence. Great Internet connection.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway in paradise!
The property and view exceeded expectations. The grounds were beautifully landscaped and the nightly sunsets were amazing. The lodge had everything we needed to cook our own meals and have quiet nights in. My fiancée enjoyed the claw foot bathtub. The place even came with a log and fire supplies to have a cozy fire in the fireplace. We loved feeding the hosts beautiful animals each morning and Chris was very kind and informative with great tips and heretical pearls about the Kohala area. Would recommend to any friend and we will certainly be back in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The Hawaii you didn't know about
This place was an amazing find! Set up in the ranch lands near Hawi, it is a side of Hawaii we didn't know existed. The house itself is decorated as a ranch house. The cowboy decor is gorgeous and a lot of fun. There is a huge fireplace, all laid and ready to light, a claw-foot tub and a loft with amazing views. Our favorite spot was on the huge veranda where we could sit and relax and look out at the horses and goats and then on past the fields, all the way to the ocean. On clear days, we could see Maui. The kitchen is well supplied and Chris has provided everything you could need. I highly recommend completing your stay with a horseback ride with Paniolo Adventures on one of the local ranches. We can't wait to come back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house and location
We stayed at this property for a few days and it was amazing! It makes you feel like you are in one of those pastoral alpine locations but you'll find it in the middle of Pacific with the incredible ocean view! The house is also on the best scenic drive in Big Island. Will come back to stay definitely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous spot
This was a wonderful place to spend our final three days on the Big Island. Loved having some space for the kids to run around! The location is absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. It’s away from all of the busy resort areas but close enough that you can still do a day at the beach without too long of a drive. The view from the large porch is stunning — perfect sunset-viewing location and great for star gazing. The lodge is clearly well cared for by the owners and we enjoyed the uniqueness of the decor. Chris was also very helpful and generous in sending us an item that my son left behind. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryellen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful with unbelievable views
This beautiful lodge is undoubtedly one of the best places to stay. It is spotless and has absolutely everything you need to make meals. It is rustic, yet modern, the best of both worlds. I'd stay here for morning coffee and the sunsets from the front porch alone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solitude
Beautiful home and surroundings. Absolutely peaceful. No traffic, leaf blowers, loud neighbors, barking dogs. Sitting on the porch watching the sunset and the owners cool animals. Great place to relax and get some rest. Plenty to do close by. One of the best vrbo’s we have stayed in. Even comes with a decent guitar and a very nice bass ukulele. Thanks to the owners for making this availability.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

BERYL J., LAGUNA HILLS

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
This property was everything and more. I wasn't sure if we were in Montana or Hawaii ! The views from the deck were amazing. The animals and owner on the property a real bonus. We barbecued in the evening and sat on the porch relaxing for many hours. Everything was fantastic. We will be back. Thank you so much for an amazing stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S., Linden, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Inspiring views in every direction.
Seven days at a wonderful place overlooking the Pacific, with Maui in the distance. We relaxed on the porch, took in many of the “must sees” in the North Kohala area. So much to see and Chris’ place is a great center point. We’d go back in an instant.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A refreshing time with nature!
We enjoyed our stay at Kohala Lodge while there on a business trip. The grounds are beautiful and I adored feeding Pua the Shetland Pony & Nova the spotted horse as well as the goats! The rustic ambiance of the lodge combined with the dense trees & green surroundings had me begin to relax my city mind & feel close to nature. I felt a real positive energy vibration while there & I hope to get to visit again! Thank you Chris Wej for your kind welcome✨
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful life at Kohala Lodge!!!
Wonderful wonderful 4 days at Kohala Lodge!!! A slice of Heaven✨ Thank you Chris and Carol for this experience!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Beautiful house on a beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING
This is the best VRBO we have ever stayed in. So quiet and secluded. Views were just breathtaking. The host, Chris, was out every day taking care of the huge grassy lot and everything was so well manicured. Hope to go back in the near future and take our grown kids. Thank you Chris!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Am I in Heaven?
Kohala Lodge is a relaxing, peaceful, mind expanding, inspirational experience with expansive, wonderous views. Chris & Carol are the most gracious, interesting, philosophical hosts I have ever had the privilege to interact with. The place is impeccable! I feel honored and humbled they allowed us to share their little slice of heaven. My husband and I enjoy places off the beaten path, grilling up our own food in the well appointed kitchen, and snuggling up to a cozy fire. Watching the goats and horses graze in the field, while birds dance across the sky, a rainbow appears, with Maui peeking out from the hazy clouds in the distance. Words cannot describe this amazing place! Bring a warm wind breaker, an open mind, and enjoy the countryside experience. Mahalo! Deepest appreciation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Location
The pictures on the listing do not do justice to the actual accommodations and location. The views are spectacular, the grounds are meticulously maintained, and the house is clean, well decorated and the beds are super comfortable! I highly recommend this property to anyone who visits the big islaand!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Unique Place
Absolutely stunning property. Hosts were gracious and it was the perfect location for exploring this part of the island. Views of ocean were great. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
THE Great Escape.....
Chris and Carol have created a unique Hawaii experience! Meticulous grounds, sturdy safe home, a view like no other, Critters..... Their Hawaiian Western Style is throughout the property, very tastefully presented. All photos,videos available online are accurate. Chris/Carol take pride in their property and guests We have already booked another visit......
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A healing homestead
This house and location was otherworldly. The feeling of a 100-year-old homestead, with all modern amenities, in a serene setting with incredible views of the Pacific and Maui. We could’ve spent the entire time on the huge front porch. And we appreciated Chris leaving us feed to give to the resident horses and goats. The location also gave us great access to everything up and down the northern Kohala coast. We’d absolutely stay again. Mahalo!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

S H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Front porch views that invite one to never leave
Don’t hesitate. Book your trip if you want a special experience. Stay in a beautifully curated craftsman home with a front porch that overlooks the beauty of the grounds and the ocean. Prepare meals from local fish and produce in a well-stocked kitchen so that you can choose to never leave and eat on that same front porch. Get a taste of what it might be like to actually live on Hawaii. There are views from every room in the house, the beds are comfortable, the fire in the fireplace was welcome on cold evenings, and the host welcomed us with stories and great hospitality. We are ready to book our return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Ditto all the other 5 star reviews. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best place to stay on the big island!
This is the best place to stay on the big island. Great view, great vibes, great host. Away from the crowds but not too far from all the beaches and restaurants. We’ve stayed here two years in a row and plan on coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dalena N.

Liked: Cleanliness
If tranquility was a place…
There’s no photo or glowing 5 star review that can begin to illustrate the irenic “cabin in the tree line” Chis and Carol have created. My wife and I chose to spend second part of our honeymoon on the Big Island, and were lucky enough to stumble upon the Kohala Lodge while researching our accommodations. This is a truly one of a kind, special place. The thoughtfulness and purpose it was designed, built, and furnished with is evident within the first few moments on the property. If there’s availability at the lodge during the dates you’re looking to travel to the Big Island, I would strongly consider discovering the magic of this place for yourself.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim K., Woodland Park, CO, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A million stars, both in the sky and as a rating!
This property is lovely, from the home to the setting, from the sassy pony and goats to the incredible hosts Chris and Carol. Pictures simply don't do it justice, nor do all the rave reviews. It's simply perfect. The home is beautiful, and the second you walk in, you feel at home, not like a guest trespassing in someone else's house. Sitting on the porch and looking across the channel was such a pleasure that it made it hard to leave to go explore other parts of the island! As the sun sets and the stars come out, you feel like you can see every star in the sky all at once. And in the morning, after a quick rain shower, beautiful rainbows come out, and I swear the animals know this and pose under them so you can take a picture! I can't stress enough how kind, lovely and welcoming the hosts are; in fact, they are one of the best parts of staying here! Kohala Lodge is a place you want to rate as the best of the best and shout how awesome it is from the rooftops, but you also don't want to leave a review for because you want it to remain your special secret! My highest praise is that I would come back here again and again, and each time I wouldn't want to leave. We came in during our second week on the island, and thought we were already relaxed, but by the end of our first day at the Lodge, we truly were. It's got the magic power to help you totally unwind and find joy in your surroundings. Thanks for a lovely week and memories that we'll carry with us. We'll be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023