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Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai

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Royal Palm Grove. View from private lanai. Weddings Planned here.
Royal Palm Cottage thru the gardens
Cottage exterior- private Lanai and sauna
Dining room w/ Kitchen-ette, medium refridg/freeze, Coffee, hot plate, toaster.
Convertible 6’ sofa mattress for single adult under 6 ft.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hakalau, HI
  • Umauma Falls
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Akaka Falls State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Akaka Falls
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Futons

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Tiled shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai

Situated on an 8.5 acre exotic fruit farm along the Hamakua Coast, Royal Palm Cottage will provide you real feeling of Hawaii country living. A view of Mauna Kea greets you as you drive up Chin Chuck Road, known for the well manicured, 10 acre farm lots. As you enter the estate you will marvel at the breathtaking views of mature Royal Palms, 30 foot tall Black Bamboo, ocean views and many tropical Hawaiian flowers. Famed Akaka Falls State park is just 6 miles away. The night skies are perfect for stargazing. As the sun rises, common country sounds of rain, roosters, cows, birds, owls, hawks, coqui frogs & dogs can be heard. We have a designated path with chairs set up for watching the sun rise. A boarding dog Kennel shares a portion of the property. Barking can be heard 8-10 am during feeding times or if wild pigs are roaming. It is best if our guests are lovers of dogs, man's best friend.

The evenings are perfect for star gazing thru the royal palms.

A Romantic, newly built private 1 bedroom, 1 bath with tiled shower, kitchenette, dinning area and living room will welcome you home after a day of exploring. Amenities include a Propane Fire pit, BBQ grill, dry sauna, Koa wood floors, queen bed, air conditioning, ceiling fan, sofa that converts to a single bed, dimmable lights and a private lanai. The colors are cool and relaxing for the nature enthusiast. Perfect for a lovely romantic retreat, anniversary, Honeymoon or just a visit on the Hamakua side of the Big island.

1 or 2 bed room cottage studio will be available to book 11-1-2022. inquire for details.

Just 15 miles from Hilo, 30 miles from Waipio Valley, 1 hour from the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Over 200 mature fruit trees are on property. Seasonal Lychee, Emperor Lychee, Rambuton, Mango, Mangosteen, Atemoya and Papaya will be included in the welcome/Breakfast fruit bowl. We may have a litter of puppies 2-3 times a year on the property. Puppy noises , some barking can be heard during business hours, feeding times 8-10. Smoking allowed on Lanai ONLY ( please close glass sliding door).

Property manager

Laurel Smithson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Let us know the ages.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
$1200 SITE FEE charged.$300 security deposit.
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Pet must reside in Boarding kennel. $25 per night
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside on the Lanai only.
Weddings w/ site fee. Max of 24 guests $1200. Full out door kitchen, bathroom, tables chairs. 6 hr event window. $500 security deposit.
Cottage is insulated to keep sound to a minimum. Barking dogs may be heard at random times, if wild pigs roam. Coqui frogs maybe heard at night.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
Note from host: $1200 SITE FEE charged.$300 security deposit.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-146-684-9792-01, TA-146-684-9792-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hakalau

Located in Hakalau, this cottage is in the mountains and by the sea. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace Theater and S. Hata Building. World Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

  • Kolekole Beach Park - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Umauma Falls - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Akaka Falls State Park - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Akaka Falls - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Port of Hilo - 26 min drive - 25.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪What's Shakin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Kalo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Umauma Experience - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The cottage was nice, clean, and the fruit and banana bread were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
The home was lovely and the property gorgeous. The description does mention the dogs, we closed the windows and used the AC at night and all was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay!
Place was clean and comfortable. We loved the local fruit bowl. We would return and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise with Dogs!
The accommodation was perfect for just me, or if I had my wife with me. Large bed, large closet, spacious bathroom, and a good-sized common area. I was greeted with a handwritten note with some homemade banana bread ( I think), a cluster of bananas, a couple of ripe papaya, and a few oranges. The private lanai was peaceful, and the grounds were lovely. The hosts are on site, but other than an initial hello when I arrived, I did not see or hear from them the entire stay. The property is 8 acres up on a slope, with views (through the trees) of the ocean several miles away. If you are looking for a country getaway, this is your spot. If you are looking for something close to town, keep looking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vikas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Royal Palms is “no ka oi”
My wife and I stayed at Royal Palms from November 8 to November 11 and had a wonderful time! Check in was very easy. A warm welcome note with a scrumptious fruit basket set a welcoming ohana feeling that was just right. The grounds and landscaping provided a lovely, tropical, and peaceful setting with relaxing nature sounds at night. The cottage decorum is elegantly casual with an awesome dry sauna and well appointed lanai. The Royal Palms cottage is definitely on our favorites list for big Island accommodations. Hosts Lauren and Kalani love this place and it shows! Aloha and mahalo nui!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

canyon m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Very relaxing unit, Easy access, host was very accommodating, clean
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute rental in Hakalau
Cute rental unit on farm in Hakalau. Good for people who want to be in a less touristy country environment. Laurel was very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful cottage
close to Akaka falls, Town of hilo was ~ 1/2 hour away. beautiful yard with those tall palm trees! wish we had more time to spend on the Big Island! Owner greeted us on arrival and also left us fresh fruit too! The house is cozy and clean. please leave your shoes outside as to not get the house dirty. only thing- if you come back in the evening, there are bugs, so close the door right away
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and a little loud
The place is charming. The setting is beautiful and convenient for visiting the Hilo area. The fruit and banana bread are delicious. As advertised, there is a kennel on the property, and during our stay, the dogs (and frogs) were particularly loud during the night (new puppies). But Laurel kindly apologized, and the listing gives fair warning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winona R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
House has charm. Beautiful area. New puppies are cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rayshaun R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Experience!
We were greeted with a tray of fruit that included a welcome note and some delicious food stuffs that made us feel welcomed & comforted right away! The giant trees and greenery on the property makes you feel what it’s truly like to be in Hawaii. The space is very clean, the rules/expectations are fair. I would recommend this location 10/10 to any of my loved ones. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

kathy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and clean
We loved sitting on the deck in the mornings enjoying our coffee before heading out for a busy day with family. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The room was impeccable with the most loving and discerning touches we could ask for.
The property, the tropical fruit grown on it, and the hosts themselves, were wonderful. We truly loved it all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hosts and Serene Space & Dry Sauna!
Laurel was easy to work with, helpful and gave a lovely tour of her property. My favorite parts include the aisle of tall palms, the sound of the rain, frogs, and birds at night, and of course enjoying the sauna. Mahalo nui loa!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Port Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
We enjoyed our stay at the Royal Palm Cottage to explore the wet side. Lots of activites, highlights include the fruit basket, bioreserve, carlsmith, Pauls Place, Papaaloa Country Store (pizza & music), rainfall at night, and the lovely gardens at the cottage. Laurel is very accommodating. Many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vici V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful place
Laurel was a very friendly host. We enjoyed stay and the tour on the property, also the fruits Laurel provided to us. I highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Hilo trip
Very quiet and peaceful and the host was very accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Place
Stayed two nights in Dec 2023. Beautiful yard, great location. Very clean and it has all the stuffs you would need. Owners are very friendly and accommodating; we even got a tour on the property in the morning of check out day. But air conditioner in the living room is pretty loud. Sofa bed can only fit one person and it’s not very comfortable if you are adult and have to sleep on the floor mats. In overall, it’s a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Laurel is a peach
I really liked the unit. Laurel was a gracious host and a joy to meet. Thank you Laurel for your help and suggestions. I highly recommend her property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adario

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

kevin p., Scottsdale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice cottage in the jungle
Nice place. Its a little far away from facilities but I liked the isolation. One thing : it can get noisy at night due to invasive coqui frogs, but that's life on this side of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway!
Lovely grounds and lovely home. Nice short drive from Hilo. We had a marvelous time and appreciated the generosity of our hosts. They left fresh fruit for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

li Zhong

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

eden n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quick and easy stay
We only stayed one night as our trip was short but the process was seamless, the cottage was clean, well organized and nicely stocked. yard was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Laurel Smithson

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I am born and raised in Hawaii. My husband Kalani and I love to travel the world and meet new people. We wanted to share a bit of paradise with our guests. Note a dog boarding kennel shares the property.We are the original owner of the property. Built the home and cottage. Planted all trees, orchards and landscape ourselves. Our labor of love. Hawaii is where we call home. The Royal Palm Cottage is New, built in August 2019.

Why they chose this property

The road we live on is quite historic. Sugar cane used to be planted on this section of Chin Chuck Road. The soil is very fertile and most of the property is home to over 200 exotic fruit trees. Lychee, Rambuton, Mangosteen, Mango, Papaya and Atemoya. The parcels are mostly10 acres and are well maintained and most have agriculture zoning. Many fruit orchards and farms line both sides of the road. It is a breath of fresh air. On a brisk winter morning, you can see Mauna Kea and the telescopes on a snow capped mountain. When you drive down the road, you may see a whale spouting in the ocean.

What makes this property unique

15 miles from Hilo town with not even one stop light along the way. Beautiful coast line drive in both directions along highway 19. 500 foot elevation keeps us cool with tradewind breezes, well maintained Farm style neighborhood. Tuesday's we have a Hakalau Farmer's market that hosts live music and local farmers with their produce baked goods and crafts. We also have 2 ladies from Thailand making delicious pad Thai, green paypaya salad and curries right there on site. Lots of new and old farmers join together to add to Hakalau's charm.

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English

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