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Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$

Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Overview of Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Map
Hilo, HI
  • Popular LocationRichardson's Ocean Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarlsmith Beach Park20 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo10 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)16 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
121 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Common area
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$

Welcome to “Surfrider” HILO VACATION RENTAL HOME:
Overview:
Get the best Hilo location without paying more. Compare walking out your door to snorkel with turtles to any other house. All this and a Hilo location just minutes from Downtown. Stay in a well landscaped home that is maintained to avoid mosquitos. Enjoy almost half an acre across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. One of the 7 stops of the Hop-on Hop-off bus tours. Take out the kayak and learn to stand up paddle board. NEED MORE SPACE? Message us about our other 4 homes within 9 doors of each other.

Vacation Rental Highlights:
• Large, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Lower den area also has sleeping arrangements. Sleeps 8 with two king beds, two twin beds a day bed and trundle bed (both with standard twin mattresses)
• 3.5 miles from Downtown Hilo, on south Hilo bay, 5 miles from Hilo Airport
• East Hawaii’s best snorkeling across the street at Richardson’s Beach Park.
• Free Kayak, paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel equipment, booties.
• Full ocean views, outside seating, fruit trees, parking.


Description:
• Why settle for a house away from the water? This house is right across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. Home of the best snorkeling in East Big Island. Hilo offers few places to enjoy the ocean. These special places are always beach parks.
• Classic Hawaiian architecture with modern conveniences.
• Outside seating on deck overlooking south Hilo bay. Patio with large table and 6 chairs in front.
• House includes free use of kayak, stand up paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel gear.
• House is completely stocked. Everything you need for cooking, plenty of towels, soap, shampoo, hair dryers. Ironing board/Iron, playpen, highchair and Cable Wifi.
STVR: 19-359743, NUC: 19-1363

Rooms:
• Living Room – Large couch and love seat with direct ocean views. Flat screen T.V. with Amazon Fire and Netflix for a huge selection of viewing options. Books and games for family fun. Cable Wifi.
• Kitchen – Everything you need. Coffee maker, blender, toaster, rice cooker, pots/pans. Lots of cooking tools. Large oven/range. View of Richardson’s Beach Park across living room out to the ocean.
• Bedrooms #1 – Same level as living room/kitchen. Bedroom has a king bed, night stands, dresser and ocean view. Ceiling fans in each bedroom.
• Bedroom #2: Same level as living room/kitchen and across from Bedroom #1.
There is a batroom in between. Two twin beds with nightstand in between. Garden views at the back of the house.
• Den below the main house with external entrance. Just off of the driveway and behind laundry area. This room has a king bed, day bed and trundle. Night stands and connected bathroom.
• Main Bathroom: Shares the upper floor with the two bedrooms and living area. Bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths, hair dryer, shampoo and soap provided.
• Lower Bathroom: Part of den area. Shampoo, soaps and paper goods, towels, hair dryer provided.

Activities:
There is more to do in and around Hilo than any town on any of the Islands. It just isn’t well advertised because there aren’t resorts to promote the area.

• Waterfalls - Boiling Pots, Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Waipi’o Valley
• Gardens – Hawaiian Botanical Gardens, Lili’uokalani Park and Gardens, Nani Mau Gardens, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens.
• Museums – Lyman’s historical and geological museum and The Tsunami museum. Both in downtown Hilo.
• Beach Parks – Richardson’s Beach Park, Onekahakaha Beach Park (the calmest), Carlsmith Beach Park, Reed’s Bay, Lehia Park. Punalu’u Beach Park and Whittington Park.
• Volcanic sights: Volcano National Park, Thurston lava tube, Kaumana Caves State Park, Pahoa transfer station, Live lava bike/hike tours in Kalipana Viewing area.
• Markets and shops: Hilo Farmer’s Market, Maku’u Farmer’s Market, Hilo Coffee Mill, Ka’u Coffee Mill, Volcano Winery and Mehana Brewery, Hilo Candy Company, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut and Punalu’u Bake Shop
• Other – Hilo Zoo, Palace Theatre

Modern Hilo:
• Shop large stores for all your supplies. Just a quarter mile above the Hilo airport is a Walmart, Target, newer Safeway, mall with modern movie theater and cute stores.
• Looking for familiar fast food? In the same area is a Burger King, Panda Express and Starbucks. Just up the street on the north side is a Subway, Jack in the Box, McDonalds and Domino’s Pizza.

According to Hawaii Vacation Rental ordinances, all vacation renters agree to the following if this property is booked:
1. Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM during which time the noise from the short term vacation rental shall not unreasonable disturb adjacent neighbors.
2. Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
3. Guest vehicles shall be parked within the designated onsite parking area.
4. Failure to comply with the Good Neighbor policy states above will be construed to be a violation.
5. No commercial events shall take place at the property.

Property manager

Richard Standke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hilo

Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Keaukaha, a neighbourhood in Hilo. Hilo Art Museum and Wailoa Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Pacific Tsunami Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Gilbert Carvalho Park. Scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 1 min walk
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 20 min walk
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 7 min drive
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 7 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 14 min drive
  • Verna's III Drive Inn - 11 min drive
  • Hula Hula's - 12 min drive
  • Ken's House Of Pancakes - 11 min drive
  • Don's Grill - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$ located?

This family-friendly Hilo holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terrance N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but home requires some maintenance
A deep clean of the full place should be done. The inside of the kitchen cupboards were not clean. The screen door to the deck should be replaced as you had to fight to open & close it. Needs some TLC.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location!
Surfrider house is exactly as advertised. Clean bedrooms and comfortable beds, and excellent access to Richardsons Beach as well as within walking distance to other amazing parks along the road. The owner is quick to respond to any inquiries, and accommodated both our early arrival and late departure. The clean kitchen and clean bathrooms are stocked with everything you need. Did I mention this place is clean?! (Kudos to the housekeeping staff!!) Note the second bathroom and third bedroom are a separate entrance, not connected to the main living area. It was an added layer of privacy! We absolutely appreciated the well-stocked snorkel gear, booties, beach chairs & toys. So many positives about this sweet place! Perhaps my favorite was the ease of check out…“feel free to start a load of towels, or don’t. This is your vacation after all!”
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D., Long Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene
Very much enjoyed this house. Especially loved sitting on the lanai looking at the lush foliage and the ocean and listening to the frogs which we thought were birds. Just lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Phyllis A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Extremely disappointing!!
Photos and description were misleading; furniture throughout was different than pictured, kitchen/dining room floor plan changed. The Surf Rider has potential but is MAJORLY lacking in its current state. The worst problem was cleanliness. We were asked to take off our shoes when entering; however, our feet were filthy after walking around inside the house. Fans were caked with filth and it was horrible under the beds. Several windows could not close. Blinds in basement bedroom were dirty and broken. No TV in basement. Prior updates/repairs were very poorly done. Sliding doors were rusty and difficult to open/close. Lighting poor. NO SMOKE DECTORS ANYWHERE ON MAIN FLOOR! Location across from Richardson's Beach was convenient. Would NOT stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Travis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
We had a great time. Real nice place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip to Hilo
Our family of 6 adults stayed at the Surf Rider house across from Richardson's Beach Park and had the trip of a lifetime. The house was clean, had everything we needed, and was very comfortable for our group. The house was the perfect place from which to explore the east side of the island, and we took several scenic drives, ate at great restaurants, went to Pahoa, and to VNP. But the best part was watching the waves and whales from the porch. A week wasn't long enough, and we hope to return soon. Richard was an excellent host!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D., EUGENE, OR USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar Location & House
This house is in a stellar location with the captivating view of the ocean. And the home is well-appointed (everything you can think of, and more) with any item you’ll need or want. The large kitchen is beautiful and easy for more than one person to be in there. And it has a gas stove, with quality pots & pans! We loved being able to cook and eat on the patio overlooking the ocean. We encountered a small issue and Richard quickly responded and instructed us how to resolve it. The washer and dryer on premises was such a blessing! And all supplies were neatly provided (detergent, basket, etc). The beds were comfortable and the location was so quiet. It’s a gem. We still dream of our stay at this house! Our stay was very comfortable and smooth. It felt like we were borrowing a good friend’s house! Thanks Richard!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
This property worked out great for our group of 4 adults (2 couples). The location was great and the house was well stocked and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun!
The house was great—a clean, older home that was fixed up nicely. All amenities were provided, including a huge number of beach toys, kayak and another boat. The family loved the snorkeling right across the street at Robinson State Park. We snorkeled 3-4 times every day. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic trip!
We had an amazing experience in Hilo, made better by this property. Across the street from a wonderful beach, close (with a car) to downtown. The house had everything we needed for cooking, cleaning, sleeping, and relaxing in Hawaii. Hopefully we can return soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023