Hilo Waterfall House Heavenly Enchanting Waterfall in Hilo

  • A sunny day at the waterfall and swimming hole, right in front of the house, very accessible.
    A sunny day at the waterfall and swimming hole, right in front of the house, very accessible.
  • Our Ohana features a Balinese style roof, surrounded by native Hawaiian rainforest.
    Our Ohana features a Balinese style roof, surrounded by native Hawaiian rainforest.
  • Your private retreat.
    Your private retreat.
  • Everyone who sets foot on the lanai never want to leave, it is simply so enchanting. Let Kikala Falls nourish your spirit.
    Everyone who sets foot on the lanai never want to leave, it is simply so enchanting. Let Kikala Falls nourish your spirit.
  • Enjoy a cup of island grown coffee on the lanai while being lulled by the sounds of the Kikala Stream below you.
    Enjoy a cup of island grown coffee on the lanai while being lulled by the sounds of the Kikala Stream below you.
  • The Ohana features an open ceiling living room with large windows that let all of the waterfall views into the house. The dining nook has seating for 6.
    The Ohana features an open ceiling living room with large windows that let all of the waterfall views into the house. The dining nook has seating for 6.
  • Anywhere you sit in the Ohana, you will be facing the beauty of Kikala Falls.
    Anywhere you sit in the Ohana, you will be facing the beauty of Kikala Falls.
  • Enjoy a beautiful and comfortable king bed downstairs with authentic craftsman style finishes. The windows on each side of the bed open up to Kikala stream, letting the sound of the river lullaby you to sleep.
    Enjoy a beautiful and comfortable king bed downstairs with authentic craftsman style finishes. The windows on each side of the bed open up to Kikala stream, letting the sound of the river lullaby you to sleep.
  • The downstairs bedroom is a master bedroom with its own sink outcove and bathroom.
    The downstairs bedroom is a master bedroom with its own sink outcove and bathroom.
  • The loft features two double beds sleeping 4. The upstairs lanai overlooks Puna and Hilo Bay, with distant ocean views on clear days. The loft also overlooks the waterfall on the other side.
    The loft features two double beds sleeping 4. The upstairs lanai overlooks Puna and Hilo Bay, with distant ocean views on clear days. The loft also overlooks the waterfall on the other side.
  • Spectacular views of the waterfall from the loft.
    Spectacular views of the waterfall from the loft.
  • Most Mornings at sunrise, you can gaze at the majestic peaks of Mauna Kea behind our house
    Most Mornings at sunrise, you can gaze at the majestic peaks of Mauna Kea behind our house
  • Panoramic Ocean vistas towards the East
    Panoramic Ocean vistas towards the East
  • Kilauea seen from the farm, easy drive to the Volcanoes National Park.
    Kilauea seen from the farm, easy drive to the Volcanoes National Park.
  • Relax and gaze into the distance over Hilo Bay
    Relax and gaze into the distance over Hilo Bay
  • An afternoon rainbow overlooking Puna, the home of Pele in Kilauea
    An afternoon rainbow overlooking Puna, the home of Pele in Kilauea
  • Easy access to the waterfall.
    Easy access to the waterfall.
  • Heaven on Earth
    Heaven on Earth
  • Hilo Beaches, only minutes from our farm
    Hilo Beaches, only minutes from our farm
  • Turtles are frequent guests on Hilo Beaches
    Turtles are frequent guests on Hilo Beaches
  • Spectacular sunsets.
    Spectacular sunsets.
  • Morning rainbow.
    Morning rainbow.
  • Mystical bamboo forest.
    Mystical bamboo forest.
  • Our swimming hole after a good rain.
    Our swimming hole after a good rain.
  • Orchids and waterfalls are good companions
    Orchids and waterfalls are good companions
  • Evening sun on a peaceful day on the farm.
    Evening sun on a peaceful day on the farm.
  • Bucket of baby goats, anyone?
    Bucket of baby goats, anyone?
  • Is there anything cuter than baby goats?
    Is there anything cuter than baby goats?
  • Snack time for the goats.
    Snack time for the goats.
  • This handsome fella is Milo, our resident "ladies man." He's sure to charm you.
    This handsome fella is Milo, our resident "ladies man." He's sure to charm you.
  • Kikala Stream in full force after a heavy storm.
    Kikala Stream in full force after a heavy storm.
  • Hiking along the river.
    Hiking along the river.
  • Our garden features beautiful rare tropical palms
    Our garden features beautiful rare tropical palms
  • Bananas ready for harvest.
    Bananas ready for harvest.
  • Flowers in the garden.
    Flowers in the garden.
$180-230/night
2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • Sleeps 1-6
Internet Ocean View Mountain View Forest (more...)

Stay in our unique enchanting waterfall house in a botanical paradise at the family run Mauna kea Cloudforest Bioreserve and Farm above the unspoiled heavenly Hamakua coastline. Just minutes from downtown Hilo, our beautiful kid friendly 2 bedroom Ohana situated in front of an amazing private waterfall with a midnight blue swimming hole and over a half mile of private riverfront nature preserve is everyone's dream . Native birds and the Hawaiian hawk make their home here in the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve. Let the sounds of the waterfall and the fresh mountain tropical air rejuvenate you.

You will be renting our private kid friendly waterfall house right in front of the Kikala waterfall. The Ohana is an enchanting 2-level cottage surrounded on three sides by a beautiful cloud forest and next to the Kikala stream. The tropical mountain beauty that will surround you here is unsurpassable, and the views are breathtaking. The most spectacular waterfall and swimming hole of the Kikala preserve is right in front the house, and unlike other locations, the river runs right through the middle of our farm, so we can offer you access to over 1/2 mile of private stream front with incredible vistas that rival National Parks. And most of all, on our farm, kids can be kids, there's a ton of space to run around and play, pet our goats, cuddle with our cows, and splash in the river. You will feel like you are in a remote wilderness yet you will only be 12 minutes from downtown Hilo.

Please note that even though you have your own private space, this is a hosted rental, meaning that the host lives on the property and is available to handle any issues for you.

Waterfall, river, nature biopreserve, petting farm with goats and sheep, fruit trees, meadows. Please note that all outdoor spaces are shared. While our waterfall is private, meaning that it's entirely surrounded by 14 acres of private pasture and cloud forest, the waterfall is not for your exclusive use, although most of the time you will have it to yourself.

Our space is a great space for families with kids and for kid friendly travelers. You will be a guest in our private Ohana on the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve. Since we actively maintain the biopreserve, it's very likely that you will see us around. We pride ourselves in our Aloha and we will welcome you on our farm as family. We have two children who aren't shy, and we love to host other families. Kids are most definitely welcome.

Our farm is a working farm, with fowl and goats and crops. You will hear the animals and may also meet members of our farm Ohana.

We live in a beautiful pastoral part of Hamakua Coast just North of Hilo at 1,600 feet elevation where the climate is perfect with incredibly pleasant balmy days and cool nights. with a temperature range of 64-77F during the day and 59-66F at night. This is a cloud forest so expect a mix of sunshine, clouds, midst, fog and rain pretty much every day. You will be comfortable in shorts and T-shirt and you will not need AC. Even though we are only 15 minutes drive from lively downtown Hilo, you will feel like you are on a secluded retreat in the mountains overlooking the ocean, complete with waterfalls, swimming holes and nature preserve.

You will need a car to get around, there is no public transportation available in Hilo.

We are a 100% smoke-free farm. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

Our farm is situated at 1,600 feet elevation which tempers the tropical heat and 


County of Hawaii Bill 108 Info: this is a hosted rental, the owner lives on the property.

Cancellation Policy: Fifty percent (50.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 60 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 60 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

By far my all time favorite thing to do is to be a dad to my little boys. If only we could all have the awe and excitement they have for discovering the amazing universe we live in. Somehow as adults we just forget. My boys are also lucky to have the most amazing mom in the world, my wife Michelle who will go to the ends of the earth for them. I really love to be outdoors and whenever I can I am out there gardening and tending to our little botanical paradise. I love the tropics and love to travel to far away places like Southeast Asia, the islands, Thailand, well, any place tropical. I aspire to be open minded and I like to hang out with others that share that aspiration. As a host, I'd like to get to know my guests and do my best to be a good host that will make their stay better and more fun. I am always curious to meet world travelers from other countries.

Hilo, Hawaii

Stay directly on the river. Open your door and see the waterfall.
Property Type Farmstay
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Host greets you
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 6
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Limited accessibility
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 21
  • Pets not allowed
Setting & View
  • Water View
  • Mountain View
  • Forest
  • Ocean View
  • Rural
  • Waterfront
  • City Skyline View
  • River View
General
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Kettle
  • Pots & Pans
  • Kitchen Island
Bathrooms 1 Bath
  • Downstairs bathroom – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 2 Bedrooms, sleeps 1-6
  • Downstairs master bedroom – 1 King bed
  • Upstairs Loft – 2 Double beds
Family
  • Baby Gate
  • Baby Bath
  • Pack N Play/Travel Crib
  • Room Darkening Shades
Outdoor
  • Lanai/Gazebo (covered)
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Beach Essentials
  • Trampoline
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
Attractions
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Museums
  • Zoo
Leisure
  • Bird Watching
  • Eco Tourism
  • Horseback Riding
  • Paddle Boating
  • Whale Watching
  • Boating
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Cycling
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Surf Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Smoke Detector
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Potential Noise
  • Pets Live at Property
  • Limited Parking
Registration Number
TAT-089-929-5232-01