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MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA

MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA

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Outdoor pool
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Living area
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Overview of MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
HAKALAU, HI
  • Popular LocationUmauma Falls11 min drive
  • Popular LocationAkaka Falls State Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationAkaka Falls16 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)33 min drive

Space details

2 bathrooms, sleeps 2
149 sq m
Common area
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA

The Sanctuary is located on the beautiful Hamakua coast with views of the ocean and Mauna Kea mountain. We do not need air conditioning as we get the cool mountain air at night. You will receive a tour of the 12+ acres and taste the exotic fruits when they are in season..
We clean very thoroughly between guest stays (even before COVID happened).
There's a village farmers market/food share down the hill from us on Tuesday afternoons from 3-6pm. You will find local residents selling fruits, veggies, flowers, art-work, crafts, baked goods, and hot food (Thai, Caribbean).
The entire downstairs of our home is for guest use (over 1,600 square feet). It boasts a large bedroom with a King-sized Casper bed with a 1/2 bath. A few feet away is the shower and a second toilet. The kitchen has a full range stove with oven, full-size refrigerator, French press for coffee, and basic cooking/baking supplies, .
Fast Wi-Fi available. Bedroom and tv/kitchen-dining room open to outdoor pool area.
Laundry facilities available during the hours of 10 am-3 pm.
NO PETS OR SMOKERS PLEASE.


Property manager

CORINNE ALLAIN

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Studio
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Note from host: There is a swimming pool outside of bedroom door.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Hakalau

Located in Hakalau, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Port of Hilo and World Botanical Gardens are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Onomea Tea Company Estate and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center 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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What's nearby

  • Hakalau Beach Park - 10 min drive
  • Umauma Falls - 11 min drive
  • Akaka Falls State Park - 16 min drive
  • Akaka Falls - 16 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Onomea Country Market & Cafe - 14 min drive
  • What's Shakin - 15 min drive
  • Blue Kalo - 8 min drive
  • The Umauma Experience - 10 min drive
  • What's Shakin - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MERMAID SANCTUARY & BOTANICA located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
vaca on Hamakua coast
our stay was beyond Excellent..Host is the best and made us feel more than welcome and safe...Mahalos
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We would stay here again without hesitation
My fiance and I spent three nights at the Mermaid Sanctuary. We found the accomodations very much to our liking, super spacious and very unique when comparing this property to a hotel or condo. Definitely more personality than the average night's stay away from home. Our hostess was very good about communicating with us if something out of the ordinary happened (the automatic gate went out of order for a brief bit). We are both fussy but we would recommend the property and intend to stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Corinne warmly welcomed us into her place and showed us around when we got there after dark. She had many recommendations for local restaurants and sight-seeing, which we were very appreciative of. She has a beautiful property that lies in a “rainforest like” antmosphere and every morning we woke up to the sounds of a variety of birds and it was so peaceful. She gave us a tour of her property, telling us about the varieties of fruit that grow behind her place and sharing some of that fruit with us as well. Corinne is very knowledgeable on the culture and history of Hawaii, as well as the unique geological features the island has to offer. Staying with Corinne felt like staying with family and she was always up for conversations about anything. She went over and beyond in making us feel welcome and took it upon herself to show us some of the hidden gems the area has to offer. We will always remember our rejuvenating experience staying at Corinne’s on our big island holiday.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
What a pleasure! If our plans had been different, we’d have stayed here the entire time! It’s just what the doctor ordered, and then some - idyllic surroundings and plenty of room, not only in our unit but also on the property. Corinne has thought of pretty much everything, including nice details like plush towels, and she’s a very pleasant person. This North Hilo location is an easy drive to popular places, and a relatively comfortable distance to Waimea or Waikoloa. We would definitely stay here again, and can heartily recommend it to easygoing travelers who are looking for novel accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

SHANE H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little farm getaway
Corinne and Norm are great people, made our stay very welcome and became like family!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing introduction to the authentic Hawaii
Corinne and Norman were fantastic hosts. The place was large and well appointed. We got in late and appreciated the thoughtfulness of some coffee and cream in the fridge for the next morning . The real bonus here is Corinne and Norman. They were a font of information, providing wonderful insights about the vegetation on the island as we walked around her farm site, hearing from Norman about special hidden gems that only the locals know about, and getting the low down on what it really takes to live on the island. We will stay here again and certainly recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A remarkable place
A very spacious accommodation on a farm with acres of fruit trees. Warm, hospitable hosts. Scenic countryside at a bit of elevation from the coast, so there are cool breezes in the evening. There is a full kitchen with all the conveniences you could want AND an outdoor pool. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie-France B., Pemberton,BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Calm,kindness in Nature
Excellent, beautiful, peaceful in a very large apartment very comfortable
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023