Vacation Rental Description

Welcome to the tropical, lush, windward side of Hawaii's Big Island. This rental is a private condo style well-stocked apartment in the downstairs portion of our home. This is true oceanfront with 180-degree ocean views. You can see all the way to Hilo and the top of Mauna Kea while sitting by your private in-ground pool. We do not have a beach directly in front of our home but we are very near to beaches and well known geo-thermal hot ponds. It is a wonderful location to whale watch (December to April). At night you can hear the whales singing. Year round turtles, dolphins, and other marine life, plus cruise ships, passing by keep the view always interesting. Coffee on the lanai as you see the sun rise over the ocean is magical as the light dances on the ocean waves! Rainbows over the water and the evening colors are what we love so much and never tire of.

This rental is directly on the ocean with a private spacious unit in the downstairs of our large, new, two-story home. You have the lower level with the swimming pool directly outside your private spacious lanai and private entrance. There are two bedrooms, both with ocean view - one with a king-sized bed and the other with two twin beds. We could arrange for a fifth person, if needed. The kitchen/lounge area includes a full-sized refrigerator, microwave, toaster, blender, fry pan, double hot plate, coffee maker, all utensils, and condiments. On the lanai is a lava rock barbecue. The bathroom is stocked with toiletries, towels, and linens. The washer and dryer is in the laundry room, next to the the kitchen and includes iron, ironing board, and laundry supplies.
There are two TVs with satellite reception. One in the king-sized bedroom and the second in the lounge area. Each TV has a DVD player connected and we have a large selection of movies and documentaries. Off from the family area is a computer connected to a high-speed, DSL, wireless network so you can check your e-mail or browse the Internet at any time. You have a private phone line for your local calls with your own answering machine.

We can offer advice and directions to any of the wonderful things to see in this area. The volcano, hot ponds, black sand beaches, world-class snorkeling, waterfalls, steam vents, and many other treasures of the area. If you just want to relax, a nap in the hammock listening to the ocean waves or a massage by the sea can be arranged.

We are convenient to Hilo airport and can send you maps via e-mail. There is shopping and restaurants in nearby Pahoa, Keauu, and Hilo.

Due to 30 foot cliffs overlooking the ocean and the corresponding danger - we do not recommend this rental for people with young children. The rental unit, its contents and pool are exclusively for registered guests only.

Arrivals 3:00 PM or after. 11:00 AM departure unless other arrangements have been made.

Aloha and Mahalo from Windward Hawaii!

Area Description

The Big Island is truly a natural wonder. Visitors here will find everything from stony deserts, to tropical forests, to high alpine zones, all on just one island. The Big Island in fact offers vacationers an opportunity to experience 11 of the world's 13 climate zones. Even with all this, the island is still a work in progress, with Kilauea adding to and reshaping it every day and as we'll see, the volcano even effects her weather.

We can never guaranty the weather here on the Windward side. Normally, we get our rain at night and early morning and then it turns nicer. However, we can get rain for 3 or 4 days straight - just like we can get solid sun for a week or two at a time. You might want to know that the Kailua-Kona area gets rain almost every day as the clouds form in the hills above Kailua. The only near guaranty of weather would be the more expensive resorts about 35 miles north of Kailua like the Hilton. However, you will spend hundreds per night for just a room. Anyway, we just want to tell you that we certainly can't guarantee the weather. Hilo does get twice the rain as where we are at. We are only 20 miles from Hilo and get about 50-60 inches per year. Hilo gets about 150 inches per year. So it can vary greatly in just a few mile. We get three times the rain on our little farm and it's just 9 miles away. Generally, the closer to the mountains you are the wetter is will be.

Because Hawaiian weather varies very little throughout the year, the weather you'll experience on the Big Island depends more on location than time of year. The wide variety of climates and the resulting range of temperatures and rainfall across the island are due primarily to differences in elevation and exposure to the moist northeasterly trade winds. The average day-time temperature in the coastal resort areas ranges from the mid 80's (29.4 C)in the summer months of May to October to the mid to low 70's (23.9-26.1 C) during the winter months of November to April.

A brief review of weather at several popular locations on the island will give visitors a sense of the range of weather they can expect. On the dry southwest side is the Kona coast, where average summer day-time high temperatures are from 77-80 degrees F (25.0-26.7 C), with night-time lows of 61-64 degrees (16.1-17.8 C). Day-time temperatures in the winter here are usually 76-79 degrees (24.4-26.1 C), with night- time lows of 59-62 degrees (15.0-16.7 C). You generally can count on getting a lot of sun in the Kona area, where average monthly rainfall around Kona-Kailua is less than 1 inch in the summer and 1-3 inches during winter months.

To the north is Waimea in the heart of the Big Island's paniolo (cowboy) country. Located up slope from the beach areas, Waimea's 2,600 foot elevation is slightly cooler, with summer day- time high temperatures of 74-77 degrees (23.3-25.0 C) and night time lows of 53-58 degrees (11.7-14.4 C). In the winter day-time highs here drop to 72-75 degrees (22.2-23.9 C), with night-time lows of 51-54 degrees (10.6-12.2 C).

If you really want to experience the lushness of the Big Island, as well as seeing the world's only drive-in volcano, then a visit to the windward northeast coast is a must. The variety of environments to be seen here will amaze you. For example, in a span covering only 6-7 miles you can go from the humid tropical rainforests just north of Kilauea, to the rocky Kau desert just south of the volcano's caldera. This part of the island receives more rain than the leeward coast because of its exposure to the trade winds and its this moisture that supports all the luxuriant growth you can see here, making the city of Hilo one of the flower growing capitals of the world. During the winter season, Hilo receives 9-14 inches of rain per month. This drops to 6-10 inches during the summer months. Summer temperatures here reach a day- time high of 79-84 F degrees (26.1-28.9 C), declining to a low of 68-69 degrees (20.0 C) in the evening. Winter day-time highs reach 79-81 degrees (26.1-27.2 C) , while evening low temperatures are 63-67 degrees (17.2-19.4 C).

One hint to keep in mind that can help you enjoy your time visiting the windward coast and Kilauea areas is that most of the rain falls in the evening and morning hours, so plan your day accordingly. Those planning to visit the summit of Kilauea volcano and other elevated locations on the Big Island will need to bring several layers of light clothing that can be peeled away as needed to feel comfortable in these cooler climates.

For beach-goers the sea water temperatures at the Big Island's beaches range from the high 70's (25.6 C) in summer to the low-mid 70's (22.8 C) in the winter. Unlike some of her neighbors, most of the beaches on The Big Island

Rental Rates (In U.S. Dollars):

$90.00/night

Rental Rates Summary

From $85/night (1 or 2 people)
$10/night for each addional person (three or more people)3 Night Minimum
Payment must be by Check or Money Order - Credit/Debit through PayPal with 3% Fee
$200 refundable damage deposit required on arrival.
Prices do not include the 11.416 Hawaii State Taxes.
$200 Payment to confirm reservation with balance due 1 month prior to arrival
Three night min stay-No cleaning for 5 nights or more-$50 for less than 5 nights
Special weekly rates available

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Payment Methods Accepted

Personal Check, Other (See Rate Summary)

Currencies Accepted

United States Dollars - USD ($)

Activities

Cinemas/Movies, Diving, Snorkeling, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Parks, Restaurants Close By, Shops Close By, Surfing, Swimming

Links & Information

www.windwardhawaii.com/