House of Paddles

Located in the Kaloli Point sun belt on the East side of the Big Island of Hawai, House of Paddles is within earshot of the Pacific Ocean’s crashing waves. This private tropical oasis is a two-minute walk from the spectacular Puna coastline to watch sea turtles and whales (when in season)!

Please Note: This is a quiet residential neighborhood and local ordinances prohibit gatherings at licensed short term rental properties. Quiet hours are 9pm to 8am daily. Occupancy is set to 7 guests only. Please Respect Your Neighbors!

Stunning custom-built in 2005, House of Paddles features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Throughout the home are exotic local hardwoods and Mexican tile. The fully equipped kitchen features custom Native Koa hardwood and Mango cabinets and a six burner gas stove with griddle. French doors open the Grand Room to a private tropical resort-style pool area with a propane grill. Observe beautiful sunrises and magical stargazing from the pool area.

There are three bedrooms and one additional sleeping area. The private Orchid Suite is separate from the main house and boasts an ensuite bathroom with private lava rock outdoor shower. Two more bedrooms are in the main part of the house. Bedroom 2 shares a full bathroom across the hall and Bedroom 3 has an ensuite bathroom. The final sleeping area is a comfortable queen size bed in our large laundry room.

House of Paddles is conveniently located 25 minutes from Hilo International Airport. Only 30 minutes to many must see attractions including Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, snorkeling beaches in Hilo, the newly renovated Poho’iki Beach Park in Kalapana and many natural wonders. Just 15 minutes to quaint Pahoa Town for fine dining, art boutiques and groceries. Only 8 minutes to Maku’u Farmer’s Market on Sundays.


This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-001-168-0256-01
STVR-19-349096
NUC-19-415

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Beautiful!

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2024

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  Megan B from Mount Horeb, WI recommends this vacation rental

  We loved your space. Felt very safe and relaxing. Will be staying here again!

  • Manager Responded on 5/6/2024

    Mahalo for your review, Megan. Come stay again, anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Great stay!

  Stayed 3 days ending in March, 2024

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  a guest from Honolulu, HI recommends this vacation rental

  Beautiful property and so peaceful.

  • Manager Responded on 3/26/2024

    Mahalo for your review, Danielle. Come stay again next time you want to get away! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Family trip

  Stayed 6 days ending in March, 2024

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  Brenda G from Highgate Ct, VT recommends this vacation rental

  The house is absolutely beautiful. There were missing smoke detectors and the permit to rent was out dated. The dishwasher leaked so we didn’t use it, the pool was great for the grandkids and the adults. The outdoor shower was a hit amongst all of us. The location was great and the kitchen was outstanding. Would stay again.

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• This property is gorgeous!!

  Stayed 6 days ending in February, 2024

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  Kimberly P from Hawiian Gardens, CA recommends this vacation rental

  We had an awesome time! The house was beautiful and the surrounding area was breath taking. We took walks daily to the cliff on the next street over the view was amazing!

  • Manager Responded on 2/17/2024

    Mahalo nui for your review, Kimberly. I love House of Paddles - it's where my family stays when they come visit :-) We hope you'll keep us in mind if you visit our little corner of paradise again! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Review from Northern Nevada

  Stayed 10 days ending in January, 2024

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  a guest from Gardnerville, NV recommends this vacation rental

  The house was fantastic, if a little out of the way, set in a jungle like area. We booked this for the pool but found we could not get in or out safely. The ladder was totally wrong with a long step down. We were very disappointed. Didn't like the Roku streaming TV. Missed the playoff games.

  • Manager Responded on 2/12/2024

    Mahalo for your review, Alan. We're glad you enjoyed your time at House of Paddles. We have never heard any issues with pool ladder before. It's a standard pool ladder for a shallow depth pool. We're so sorry you had trouble with it! All of our rentals come equipped with SMART TVs. None have cable or other reception. Many streaming services do offer live broadcasts of the ball games - Amazon Prime is one example. Take good care, and safe travels! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Paradise

  Stayed 7 days ending in November, 2023

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  a guest from Wallowa, OR recommends this vacation rental

  I almost don't want to leave an honest review so nobody else will rent this place ever. This home is a beautiful oasis for your vacation. The master suite with the outdoor shower is incredible for just enough privacy. The layout of the home is perfect with roomy bedrooms and a huge living area for family. The lanai and pool were our favorites every evening after a day of adventures. Just a quick walk to the ocean. The location is in a quiet neighborhood that is a great central location to Hilo one way or Volcano Park the other way. We had lots of exploring time while staying here. This home made the second place we stayed at in Kona seem like a slum (and it was nice too).
  We didn't read the instruction book well when we first got there so we missed the part about keeping food scraps in the freezer to keep bugs from getting in the trash but after we saw it, dug our food scraps out, and knew what we were doing, it was all good. Maybe a little note in the kitchen about that would be a good reminder for future guests who get too caught up in the magic of Hawaii to follow directions straight away.
  We will definitely be back again and hope to be able to rent the House of Paddles. I've never stayed in a better VRBO rental.

  • Manager Responded on 12/16/2023

    Mahalo nui for your glowing review, Raenita!! It's hard to describe how happy this type of feedback makes us :-D We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and we are appreciative of the tips for future guests - and for us - that you took the time to provide. We look forward to hosting you next time you visit! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Hawaiian Oasis

  Stayed 13 days ending in November, 2023

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  a guest from Nepean (Bells Corners), ON recommends this vacation rental

  Great place to relax and enjoy after a day of exploring!

  • Manager Responded on 11/25/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Wayne. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll come back soon! Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• House of Paddles

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2023

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  Janis L from grass valley, CA recommends this vacation rental

  The house had pretty much everything we needed. Loved the private backyard pool and used it every afternoon and evening. The location allows you to travel to so many day trips in all different directions on the island. The kitchen was great and the bbq very convenient too. Highly recommend you seriously check this out for a fabulous vacation getaway.

  • Manager Responded on 11/1/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Janis. We're so glad you enjoyed House of Paddles. It's where my family stays when the come visit :-) We are honored that you'd recommend us, and we look forward to hosting you again if your travels bring you back our way. Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Soooo Relaxing!

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2023

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  a guest from Atlanta, GA recommends this vacation rental

  My family of four planned to do more running around the island but House of Paddles was so relaxing that we cut some activities out so we could hang out by the pool. We also enjoyed walking in the neighborhood and to the ocean cliffs a block away. It felt like time slowed down. We bonded over great food at the giant dining table and games at night. The house is big enough and the rooms separated for privacy so we all took time to relax with books and games (for the kids). We highly recommend this home for a relaxing visit to the Big Island!

  • Manager Responded on 9/7/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Jezebel. We are so happy that your family made happy memories at House of Paddles! Come stay again soon :-) Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Amazing!

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2023

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  Andrew S from New Kensington, PA recommends this vacation rental

  We had an amazing time staying at the House of Paddles. We loved the home and having a pool was great! The 8 of us were very comfortable and the house was very clean. Thank you again for everything and helping to make our vacation more enjoyable!

  • Manager Responded on 8/5/2023

    Mahalo nui for your review, Andrew. I love House of Paddles! It's where my own family stays when they come to visit ;-) We are so glad you had a great vacation!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Excellent Place to Stay!!

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2023

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  a guest from Smithville, MO recommends this vacation rental

  This house worked wonderfully for our family of 7! Kitchen had all the cooking utensils needed and while the house has no air conditioning, we kept cool with all the fans and by using the pool! The separate suite with the lava shower was perfect for my husband and I when we wanted to take a break from the noise in the main house! Loved using the outdoor lava shower every day. We kept the bathroom door opened all night to get the extra breeze in the room. The house is in a quiet location and we felt very safe. I would highly recommend this house. Jessica at Saltwater Vacations was always very responsive to any questions we had!

  • Manager Responded on 7/24/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Tammy. We're so glad House of Paddles worked so well for your group. There's nothing quite like an outdoor lava shower!! I want one at my house :-) We hope you'll keep us in mind for future visits to our little corner of paradise. Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• A Piece of Paradise

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2023

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  Kathleen A from Greenvillr, SC recommends this vacation rental

  Gracious family experience. The house is designed to accommodate everyone relaxing together in the common room and enjoying privacy in the bedrooms. The pool and lanai are an added bonus. Fully equipped, clean and charming landscaping. Loved our stay.

  • Manager Responded on 6/19/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Kathleen. We're so glad your group made some lasting memories at House of Paddles. Come stay again anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Great place to stay would definitely stay again

  Stayed 8 days ending in March, 2023

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  Anna M from Williams Lake, BC recommends this vacation rental

  Was great and clostridium to family that lives here definitely if I go with family again!
  
  

  • Manager Responded on 4/22/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Anna. We're glad your family enjoyed House of Paddles. Come back anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Big Island Paradise

  Stayed 6 days ending in February, 2023

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  a guest from Santa Rosa, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Lovely secluded home in eastern tip of Hawaii island, with easy access to Hilo and Volcano Natl Park areas. Refreshing pool for relaxing outdoors, or 30 mins to black sand beaches with great snorkeling. Well stocked kitchen and comfortable house, with separate bedroom unit, if needed. Useful washer/dryer included. Groceries and restaurants only 30 mins away. 10 min walk to lava cliffs overlooking ocean.

  • Manager Responded on 3/9/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Andrew. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay :-) Come stay again anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Amazing ho.e

  Stayed 3 days ending in January, 2023

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  John O from Roxboro , NC recommends this vacation rental

  We absolutely enjoyed house of paddles. We loved everything about it. This place is wonderful, very attentive to details! House was clean and smelled nice! Great job to Housekeeping staff! Also thank you to the hosts for allowing us to stay. The pool was awesome, the neighborhood is awesome. Can't say enough about this place, Definitely also has the Aloha spirit! Nicely decorated and outfitted. We hope to stay here again on our next trip! Mahalo

  • Manager Responded on 2/3/2023

    Mahalo nui for your review, John. I love House of Paddles!! That's where my family stays when they come visit ;-) We hope to host you again on your next trip to Puna! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Lovely unique property

  Stayed 14 days ending in January, 2023

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  Barbara T from Landenberg, PA recommends this vacation rental

  This is a lovely open plan home with the 2 main bedrooms and great room opening to the lanai and pool. It is about a 30 minute drive from Hilo. The house was spotless and the kitchen was very well equipped. You can walk to the ocean cliffs. The pool is a big plus. As noted in other reviews, the owner is working to provide privacy from the newly constructed house next door which overlooks the pool area. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Manager Responded on 3/9/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Barbara! We're so glad you enjoyed your visit. Come stay again anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Great home!

  Stayed 8 days ending in December, 2022

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  Krsitine M from Salem, OR recommends this vacation rental

  We loved the home, and the cliff views of the beautiful ocean were just a few minutes walk! We enjoyed several activities with hilo ocean adventures. The home layout is amazing, and we enjoyed the location! It is a bit of a drive to food and activities. Hilo main town area is about 30 minutes.we’d absolutely stay again!

  • Manager Responded on 2/3/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Kristine. Come back anytime. We'd love to host you again!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Wonderful house!

  Stayed 6 days ending in December, 2022

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  a guest from St Louis, MO recommends this vacation rental

  We very much enjoyed our stay. The house was immaculately clean, well appointed and well supplied with everything that we needed for our stay. We enjoyed the pool on a daily basis and loved being able to walk easily to the beautiful coast. The only downside, as mentioned in a previous review, is the proximity of the two story house being built next door. Some creative screening for privacy will be required once people have moved in.

  • Manager Responded on 1/16/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Sharon! We're so glad you enjoyed your visit. The home owners are working on solutions for increasing privacy. It was so nice when this area was only lightly developed. There are 6 houses going up on my street alone! But the whole world is getting crowded, even Puna. Take care, and come back anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Hilo, HI Vacation

  Stayed 5 days ending in December, 2022

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  Terry H from Manchester, NH recommends this vacation rental

  This house met our needs. It is spacious with plenty of room to gather or to spend time separately. It was clean and the kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans. The location was relatively convenient for sightseeing, etc., although traveling on the big island means lots of driving, especially to the sunny side (west) as it rains on the east side most of the time.

  • Manager Responded on 1/14/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Terry! it's true - we are a tropical rainforest environment :-) We're glad you enjoyed your time at House of Paddles!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Dream Vacation!

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2022

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  Nicole L from Long Beach, CA recommends this vacation rental

  This house felt so warm and welcoming. The indoor/outdoor feel is absolutely unreal. My husband and I spent hours sitting outside enjoying the rain every night, and we wish we could’ve stayed even longer! Also, thank you so much for having fans available in the closet!

  • Manager Responded on 11/15/2022

    Mahalo for your review, Nicole. So glad you enjoyed your time at House of Paddles. We'd host you again anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Rest & Recharge

  Stayed 6 days ending in September, 2022

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  Josh T from Aiea, HI recommends this vacation rental

  Great home in a great location. This was our second stay here. Place is well appointed with a full kitchen and 3.5 bedrooms (one doubles as a laundry room), plenty of pool/lanai furniture, and large doors on both sides of the home that allow for the trade winds to cool the place off in the evening and bring in the soothing sounds of the island. New construction on the poolside of the home will allow direct view of the pool from the second floor, removing much of the privacy of the pool and lanai. Owners have indicated a plan for a privacy barrier which will determine if we return. Communication was great and directions were easy. Mobile access is sporadic but the WiFi is good.

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• Family vacation

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2022

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  a guest from Lake Milton, OH recommends this vacation rental

  Our family loved House of Paddles! The house itself is beautiful with everything we needed. The woodwork is beautiful. The beds very comfortable. The layout of the house gave everyone space for quiet time.
  We loved the pool!

  • Manager Responded on 6/30/2022

    Mahalo for your review, Debra. House of Paddles is my #1 recommendation when my family comes to visit :-) We'd love to host you again if your travels bring you back this way!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• House of Paddles - BEAUTIFUL HOUSE

  Stayed 3 days ending in April, 2022

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  Terry B from Ralston, NE recommends this vacation rental

  I did send in my review right after our stay but it was entered under . I don't mind doing it again.
  We loved our experience at the House of Paddles. The house is beautiful and loved the open patio and outdoor shower. The house was well stocked, even including rain jackets which came in handy. Beautiful bedrooms and a great laundry room! We would definitely come back!! Thank you!
  

  • Manager Responded on 4/28/2022

    Mahalo nui for taking the time to enter your review again, Terry. The listing sites complicate things,,,, We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and hope you'll keep us in mind if you return this way again. Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Staycation... a much needed experience.

  Stayed 2 days ending in March, 2022

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  Jeannine L recommends this vacation rental

  We had an incredible time at The House of Paddles. It was quiet and very peaceful. The house is gorgeous and the layout allowed for space together and space apart. It is a two minute walk from the ocean and we saw tons of whales throughout our stay. The kitchen had every thing we needed and the pool was perfect. Mahalo for creating such a lovely place to stay.

  • Manager Responded on 3/10/2022

    Mahalo nui for your review Jeannine. We are delighted that you enjoyed your time at House of Paddles. Keep us in mind for that next staycation!! We'd love to host you again. Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Great time

  Stayed 5 days ending in October, 2021

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  Randy R from N/A, CO recommends this vacation rental

  Everything was great. Would Definitely do it again

  • Manager Responded on 10/28/2021

    Thanks so much for your review, Randy! We are so happy that you enjoyed your visit :-) Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• House of Paddles was amazing

  Stayed 15 days ending in October, 2021

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  Lorenzo F from Orange, CA recommends this vacation rental

  My friends and I stayed there for 2 weeks in late September, 2021. It provided the perfect escape.

  • Manager Responded on 10/21/2021

    Mahalo nui for your review, Lorenzo! We are so glad you and your group enjoyed House of Paddles. Come back anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Beautiful Home!

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2021

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  Lorraine T from Minneapolis, MN recommends this vacation rental

  An absolutely beautiful home! Clean, beautiful kitchen well equipped. The semi outdoor shower was absolutely the best. Felt like you were taking a shower in some tropical movie set...my grandkids (12, 18 and 20) loved the pool and all the pool toys. Great place to stay on that side of the Big Island!

  • Manager Responded on 8/19/2021

    Mahalo for your review!! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at House of Paddles. We hope you'll come stay again soon :-) Warmest Aloha The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Absolutely lovely

  Stayed 10 days ending in July, 2021

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  a guest from Mckenna, WA recommends this vacation rental

  This house is wonderful! Super accommodating in almost every way. Pool was perfect. Lots of floaty toys. Fabulous seating and lots of sun.
  
  Downfalls- pretty far from stores but not terrible. Not nearly enough towels. Had a few strange alarms go off in the house. Stove has a unnerving clicking that won’t stop sometimes.
  
  Good definitely outweighs the bad. Yes would absolutely stay again but I would definitely bring more towels!

  • Manager Responded on 8/2/2021

    Aloha Courtney and thank you for your review. We ask for the correct guest count for each booking specifically so that we can leae out enough towels for everyone and there is laundry on site if you need to wash towels. Good news, the cooktop was replaced and is now BRAND NEW (late July 2021). Aloha, Jess

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