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Kai Malie (Calm Seas) Beside still waters Psalm 23:2-3.
Pahoa, HI

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gigi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
East side vacation
We really enjoyed our stay and had everything we needed. It was a very peaceful location and nice to be such a short walk to the beautiful coast. My only suggestion would be to not have to drop off garbage at the end of the stay. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot for 2
Close to the beach and easy access downtown to shopping. Great studio.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2024
Jana, I know that you stayed a few nights on the West side of the Big Island of Hawaii. We are on the East side. I think that this review was for the other rental. Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
The property is exactly as described. I agree with other reviews in that the photos don't depict the interior as well as maybe they could. With the windows open, it's much brighter in the living room than shown. When we weren't by the ocean somewhere or at one of the local markets, we spent the majority of our time on the back porch having our meals and just hanging out. Very peaceful. Rochelle was extremely responsive to all our questions prior and during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Brian, thank you for your kind review of our home on the big island of Hawaii. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and were able to find everything that you needed at the house. You are welcome back in the future. Aloha

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
1 Pro & 1 Con
Pro: The interior was much nicer in person. The pictures don’t do it justice. I think they were taken in bad lighting. Con: We we’re responsible for taking our own trash to the dump.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Emmanuel, thank you for your review of our home on the Big Island of Hawaii. I am taking your advice and updating the photos with better lighting. I know it's a slight inconvenience to take your trash to the transfer station. But while you were there did you notice the lava flow of 2014 that almost took out the transfer station? It has now become a tourist stop.

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A sweet retreat
We slept amazing with the windows open and the sounds of the jungle around us. We stayed 3 nights while we explored the Hilo side of the Island and found the location of the home a good central point. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2024
Mahalo nui, Allison for 5 stars and generous words. We welcome you back to Kai Malie. Safe travels.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place!
Our stay was wonderful! We loved the location and the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2024
Mahalo for the kind review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay at Kai Malie.

10/10 Excellent

Heath T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
Cute little home with privacy . Really quiet street and short walk to see the ocean . Would rent again
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2024
Thank you for your review and 5 stars! We would gladly have you return to Hawaii and stay at Kai Malie!

10/10 Excellent

Kat B., Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Tropical
Neighbourhood was friendly, clean and felt safe in this area. House was clean and had everything we required. Great location overall loved driving hwy 137 could do that everday, or red road, or govt beach rd. Rochelle and Ted were fantastic! Maholo
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2023
Kat, Thank you for your kind review. You were a fantastic guest and we welcome you back in the future! Safe travels...

8/10 Good

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off the beaten path
I booked four nights and we only stayed one night. I missed that this property did not have a/c which was 100% my fault. However, the main issue I had staying more than one night was the owner wanted us to keep all the windows closed, with no a/c, due to recent break-ins in unoccupied properties in this area, when we were gone all day resulting in a very humid house to come home to after long hot days out exploring the island. If I would have known all that I would not have booked this house. It was a very beautiful quiet secluded area surrounded by tropical plants and trees. But be prepared to due a lot of driving because is off the beaten path. If we could have kept the windows open all day and night I probably would have stayed because the nights due cool off and the house is a comfortable temperature. Also after I informed the owner she did apologize and was going to try and get some of my money back! Which I appreciated since I had to stay somewhere else but I never heard anything either way. Just know if you book this property be prepared to drive father for everything thing… food, gas, excursions, etc and you’ll be coming home to a hot/humid house every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2023
Tiffany, I am sorry that you felt that you could not get the house to cool down while you were there after exploring all day. Each room has a ceiling fan and there are standing fans. The windows open wide and can remain open, all night, even in rain due to the large overhangs. We have never had guest that were uncomfortable enough to leave. If we could have talked by phone, I would have encouraged you to try to stay a 2nd night with the windows open and fans on.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
Rochelle was great to work with. The house was very nice to stay. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2024
Mahalo, Jeff, for the 5 star review. I welcome you back on your next trip to the Big Island.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pahoa
This was an absolutely wonderful visit! This home was exactly how it was listed. Thank you and mahalo!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Leslie, You have made my day with 5 stars and awesome review of our home in Hawaii. Mahalo Nui and we welcome you back. Safe travels.

10/10 Excellent

Brooks T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house great location.
Very clean and the extras, Bbq grill chairs swimming gear make it even better. Comfortable and quiet. Even some wild pigs to make sure you know you are in tge jungle.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for the kind review of our Hawaii home. We appreciate you taking the time to submit a review. We welcome you back in the future. Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Getaway
The little house is wonderfully clean with adequate appointments for a relaxed stay. The peaceful neighborhood with the incredible sea cliffs just 10 minutes walk away was rejuvenating. The house is shrouded in a diverse jungle, leading to maximum privacy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Mahalo, Julie, for your review of our Hawaii Home on the Big Island. We appreciate your remarks as well as the 5 stars. Blessings on your travels and welcome back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Beth S., Brimfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Spot
The sounds of summer, the songs of the Kokee, and the calm and welcoming house made our vacation a pleasure. We enjoyed the outdoor porch mornings and evenings. Aloha from our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Beth, Thank you for your kind review and 5 stars. We are happy you enjoyed your stay at the Hawaii home. Welcome back in the future.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing spot in Pahoa
The house was great and a nice spot to relax for our second stop on the Big Island. I did not realize the 2018 lave flow had done so much damage to my favorite ocean spots making Pahoa no longer the destination it once was. The home and neighborhood were great though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Jeffry, Thank you for your review of the Hawaii house. But I was wondering if there was a reason for not giving 5 stars? In the description of the area, I am careful to NOT refer to points of interest that are no longer there because of the Lava flow. We too miss Kapoho Tide Pools, Champagne pond and Ahalanui Hot pond. But we love the local culture of Pahoa and the Hilo Bay natural attractions.

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the property and the neighborhood. The area is beautiful and tropical. It was a very comfortable place to stay. The only downfall was the washing machine. We did a load of clothes, and oil from the washing machine stained all of the clothing that was washed. Other than this problem, everything else was wonderful!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We loved our stay at this location. Traffic from Hilo was a little tuff but the house was wonderful. Super quiet, beautiful back yard and great interior. Plenty to do around town and a great price. Mahalo.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2023
Thank you Mark for the 5 stars and kind review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we welcome you back. Safe travels, Ted and Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Sue G., Lutz, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Pahoa house rental
This is a nice home to rent. Nice neighborhood, size and was pretty quiet for the most part. The roosters were funny chiming in every now and then. Loved the full kitchen and laundry. There is no ac/heat but I never felt I needed it with the windows open. Enjoyed my stay here and would recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2023
Mahalo, Sue, for the 5 star review of your stay on the Big Island of Hawaii. We hope to meet you in person. Congratulations on your Home purchase.

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutly Recommend
Loved the Property. Very clean and private. Very comfortable bed and great shower. Easy arrival and departure with a Key safe. All the amenities you need and more. The 10min walk to the ocean cliffs for sunrise was amazing. 30min drive to Isaac Hale Park with incredible hot springs and black sand beach. 45 min drive to Hilo. 10 mins drive to Pahoa town with lots of shops and restaurants and a great grocery store market. Will absolutely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2023
Hello Angela, thank you for taking the time to write a review and give us 5 stars. I am so happy you enjoyed your stay and welcome you back in the future. Aloha!

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Secluded Gem!
The property was fantastic and very well priced. It's in a quiet neighborhood and was perfect as a home base for exploring Big Island. The sheets were still a little damp at first, but that was the only issue - and easily remedied. The communication with the host was good too. I would love to book again next year and bring my parents!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2023
Michael, thank you for the 5 stars and the kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We would welcome you back and your parents!

10/10 Excellent

marcia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Home Away From Home!
We stayed here for a week, and were very happy to see that the house was just as wonderful as it was advertised to be. It was very,clean, homey and had everything we needed. We would love to return for a stay in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2023
Thank you Marcia for the kind review and 5 stars. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we welcome you back. Blessings, Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Bea I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Everything was wonderful and so many thoughtful details really made our stay special. We live on island and needed a little getaway. The location is ideal, it is a quiet neighborhood, the house feels like a real home. Can only recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2023
Bea, Thank you for the 5 stars and taking the time to review your stay at our Big Island home. We are happy to serve you and that you felt at home.

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
This is a cute house in a nice neighborhood not too far from Hilo. The house was clean and had everything that we need. We enjoyed it. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2023
Marie, Mahalo for the 5 stars and your comments on your stay in Hawaii. We welcome the opportunity to host you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Ronald J., Troy,USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pohoa HI stay
We loved the location of house. Walking distance to the ocean and breath taking view. Beautiful sunrise. Jungle like road trip to see the 2018 devastation about 4 or 5 miles from house. Nice drive to Helo to see Rainbow waterfalls and many others. The National volcano park was about an hour away. It was perfect location for all the things we wanted to do. The small town of Pohoa also had a great variety of places to eat and shop. Was never disappointed. I would highly recommend staying here in Pohoa and the recommendations from neighbor and property manager were greatly appreciated and were the best. We will be coming back to stay in future.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2023
Thank you, Ronald for your kind review and 5 stars. We welcome you back.

10/10 Excellent

Glenn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit
Very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Glenn, Thank you for 5 stars and your relaxing comment! We are glad you enjoyed your stay on the Big Island of Hawaii!

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANE D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Confortable house in a quiet and forested part of the Island. We loved it. A compost bin would have been appreciated, especially when you have to drop your rubbishes at the transfert station 10miles away. All the rest was excellent ! Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Mahalo, Stephanie, for your review and 5 stars. A compost area is not possible as food scraps will attract the wild pigs. We currently are having a problem with them coming into the yard. But thank you for the recommendation.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
We loved this house! Too bad we can’t take it with us around the island! It was very roomy for 3 of us and had everything we needed - even a BBQ. The only downside was the mattress was a bit soft for our old backs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Mahalo, Sharon, for your review and 5 stars for our Hawaii home. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Rochelle and Ted

8/10 Good

Ronald E.

Very nice property and quiet location.
Excellent check-in and Check-out process.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Thank you, Ronald, for taking the time to review our Hawaii home. We strive for 5 stars so I am curious as to giving us 4 stars. Please let us know if something was concerning or amiss in the home.

10/10 Excellent

Leinani M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing!
This home was relaxing after a long day of exploring! It was so quiet and serene! It is a bit away from the airport and Hilo town but that doesn’t matter because there are shops right down the road. I’d come back and stay here if I’m planning a Hilo trip again! Mahalo!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2022
Thank you, Leinani for the kind review and 5 stars. We would welcome you back to our Hawaii home.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet home
We had a very nice stay at the property and loved coming back at night to the property after our days out. It is in a very quiet neighborhood with wonderful natural night-time sounds providing a great escape from city life. We would only recommend better light blocking shades on windows for sleeping in. We would recommend this property to anyone looking for the more private homelike vacation rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2022
Mahalo, Nancy for the kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Blessings

10/10 Excellent

ian j., Pacifica

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaiian beaches home
Home was as advertised Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood
Stayed 35 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2022
Thanks, Ian for your review. We look forward to meeting you and seeing your Hawaii home.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This was a great place to stay. We made good use of the kitchen, and the place had everything we needed. We could have used air conditioning, but there were several good fans available. Only down side was having to drive 5 miles to drop off the garbage, and the parking lot to drop off the recyclables was full of huge pot holes.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2022
Thank you, Kevin, for your kind review. We would be happy to have you again in the future. Godspeed, Ted and Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in the jungle, walking distance to the ocean!
This property is the homiest vrbo I've stayed in. The home was clean and was equipped with everything needed to feel comfortable in a new place. Added bonus was all the beach equipment. Stellar location. Super nice neighbors. The best place to stay in Hawaii for a more authentic homey experience. We love love loved our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2022
Mahalo nui loa for such a nice review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Would love to have you back again. Rochelle and Ted

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place with all the amenities needed for a peaceful, relaxing week away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay in hawaii
We had a wonderful time. Property was great. Walks to ocean were so very nice. We are very appreciative of our stay and would go again. Ty so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Mahalo for your kind review. You are welcome to come back again! Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Louis O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Loved the house, great location for exploring the area. Short walk to the ocean for sunrise. Quiet area with lots of room between lots. You really felt like you had the whole island to your self!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Mahalo, Louis for your kind review of Kai Malie on the Big Island of Hawaii. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Safe travels.

10/10 Excellent

june m., Baltimore MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to the Big Island.
The house is in a quiet neighborhood, not far from the water. The house was very clean and well maintained. It was an excellent location for exploring the island. The host was very welcoming and attentive. She ensured I had everything for a great stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2022
Thank you, June, for the nice review of our home in Hawaii. We welcome you back. 😊

10/10 Excellent

Clair P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, quiet home
We had a wonderful experience. Rochelle went out of her way ahead of our stay to ensure we had all the information we needed regarding our stay, and ensured that the item we accidentally left behind was returned, after contacting us about it. The area is a little far from where we wanted to explore, but it was a very easy drive to get to and from the house. It was only a few blocks from the coast, and we really enjoyed the views from there, walking and running along the coastline. The house was clean, with all the amenities we needed. We would definitely recommend staying here in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2022
Thank you for the kind review of Kai Malie in Hawaii. We welcome you anytime. Aloha, Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value
Great communication, easy access and spacious accommodations. Nice vacation home on the unique side of the big island. Fruit trees, birds, frogs and wild pigs out your doorstep. All very harmless yet a close to nature experience. Good wifi and access roads. Not a five star, but a reasonably clean home providing good value for the money.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Mahalo for the kind review. You are welcome back anytime. Aloha and safe travels.

10/10 Excellent

Gillian P., Berkeley, ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little hideaway in the jungle.
Lovely property near the beach. Very friendly neighborhood with lots of beautiful jungle to enjoy. The house was very clean & had all the necessary amenities for cooking & enjoying an evening in. The location was a bit of a trek (15 mins) into Pahoa but very quiet & serene. The coqui frogs sung us to sleep every night which was lovely. We had a bit of confusion when we arrived finding the lockbox but with a bit of communication all was well. Overall it was a great home to stay while visiting our family. The only negatives I found were we had to dump our garbage in town which was challenging for me since I am disabled & the wild pigs at night would trip the lights & alarms which woke me up several times a night. Id definitely stay there again & would highly recommend it if your looking for a quiet, safe tropical getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Thank you for the kind review. The pigs are a problem. We have trappers coming and are looking into a fence. We welcome you back in the future. Safe travels. Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

Thi Mai Thy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and cozy house
Kai Malie (the house name) is very conveniently located in the Southeastern of the island which is great for exploration activities around the Kilauea and Hilo. The house is very clean and cozy. There are tropical plants and trees around the house like avocados, bananas, and pineapples. It also locates in a very quiet and friendly neighborhood. Rochelle was very responsive and helpful with any of our questions and concerns during the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Mahalo for the kind review of our vacation rental on the Big Island of Hawaii. We would welcome you back. Safe travels. Aloha, Rochelle

10/10 Excellent

JOHN F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Mahalo for 5 stars review of our vacation rental on the Big Island of Hawaii.

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet sleeping
Best part of this property was how quiet it was at night. Hardly any traffic at all, peaceful. Pictures are an accurate representation of property. Lovely setting on the wet side of the Big Island.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2021
Mahalo for your five star review of our home on the big island of Hawaii. It is true the Eastside is the wetter side of the island. But generally the showers are in the evening or don't last too long during the day. Just think of it as a way to get more rainbow pictures. Aloha

6/10 Okay

Madeline B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Just ok.
If you are looking for somewhere to crash at the end of the night of exploring, this place is fine. There are several things in the house that need maintenance and the cleanliness wasn’t great. I wouldn’t choose to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2021
Ouch! I am concerned about this review. I didn't receive any communication from you during your stay in regards to any issues that needed maintenance. Therefore I don't know what the problems were. I will let my cleaning team know that you felt they could have done a better job. Thank you for taking the time to write a review but in your future reviews if you could be more specific that would greatly help the host.

4/10 Poor

Corayma U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house
Is a nice house but is a little far away from the city! The bathtub was a little too old and slippery that my baby fell many times and im pregnant so it was kinda hard for me to get in! And to try not to fell but other than that rochelle was super nice.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Thank you for your comments. We have purchased a bathtub mat to prevent slipping. The location of the home is in the discription. It is 6 miles from Pahoa Village. There are many restaurants and shopping in Pahoa. Mahalo

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Very nice house and community. The owners are great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Thank you for 5 stars! We are blessed to have such friendly neighbors and Pahoa is a unique village to visit.

10/10 Excellent

Perry c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly stay
Great neighborhood to walk around in. Friendly atmosphere. Close to the town of Pāhoa.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2021
Perry, Thank you for the 5 star review. We do like our neighbors and their pets. The new shopping center in Pahoa is great too.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
This property was a nice retreat at the end of a long day exploring the island. The space was perfect and even the teens enjoyed checking out the backyard to see what was growing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Stephanie, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Kai Malie on the Big Island. Thank you for the 5 star review. Did your teens pick any avacados? Or find any baby (Keiki) bananas? We just added them this year.

10/10 Excellent

Carmen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We enjoyed our stay in Rochelle’s home. The call before we arrived was a nice surprise. The kids loved the animals (cats, chickens, frogs and lizards) and enjoyed this side of the island more than Kona (since we already have beaches in LA. Lol) it was really dark at night so we didn’t venture out much. It was a great lace to satay- far enough from the town of Hilo- but 45 minutes from everything we wanted to see (Umana Falls, Kaumana Caves, and Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park). I would recommend her home to anyone staying on the east side of the Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2021
Aloha, Carmen, thank you for the nice review of our vacation rental on the Big Island of Hawaii. I do want to clarify that all of the animals do not live on the property. Just the geckos and coqui frogs. The others just pass through sometimes. We welcome you back next time you are on the Big Island. Aloha

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Cozy
A nice, little home in the wilderness. Very quiet neighborhood. Owner is very thoughtful and provides all information in a timely manner. We didn't spend much time on the property, as we were out exploring the island, but it was equipped with everything we needed and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
Mahalo, Sandra for your kind review of you stay at Kai Malie on the Big Island. We hope to welcome you back.