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Enchanting Rainforest Hideaway on 2 Private Acres – Home 2177877 House

  • 1 bedroom
  • 3 sleeps
  • 3 nights min stay

Enchanting Rainforest Hideaway on 2 Private Acres – Home 2177877

  • House
  • 1 bedroom
  • sleeps 3
  • 3 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Ask about children
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Enchanting Rainforest Hideaway

Beautiful custom vacation home on 2 private acres in a rainforest setting all for yourself with no one else around.

The house is romantic, peaceful and clean. Perfect for honeymooners, personal retreat, eco-travelers, yogis, adventurers, or anyone who just wants to get away from it all, but still be close enough to all that the Big Island has to offer.

We are centrally located in Puna, 15 miles south of Hilo, a few miles outside of the quaint town of Pahoa with all its restaurants and shops. Spend your days exploring the near by warm ponds, black sand beach, snorkeling, hiking, restaurants, waterfalls, Volcanoes National Park, current lava flows, Mauna Kea summit, museums, and much more.

You can relax on the over sized bamboo furniture in the large screened-in living room and hear the songs of the rainforests' birds and frogs as you look out onto the lush jungle landscape..

The bedroom has a comfortable queen size Sealy posture pedic mattress. High thread count organic linens are provided for your comfort. Hand crafted, custom double doors lead out onto the lanai.

The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, stove/oven, custom cabinets and tiles, pots, pans, toaster, coffee maker, blender, plates, glasses, bowls, cutlery, coffee and coffee grinder, tea, condiments and spices. Sliding glass doors lead out onto the lanai.

There's a phone, internet, washer/dryer, outdoor shower, bathrobes, bar-B-que, boogie board, snorkel gear, beach towels, tent, guidebooks and other thoughtfully provided special touches to make your stay very comfortable and relaxing.

The art nouveau inspired bathroom features an antique clawfoot bathtub and a pedestal sink. Fluffy towels and bubbles are provided.

Drive onto the property and experience the enchanting elegance of the lush Hawaiian garden filled with exotic tropical plants, flowers, palms and bamboo. Very private, this your own personal piece of old style Hawaiian paradise. There is a small orchard and guests are welcome to enjoy the harvest when in season.

This house inspires relaxation, come join us for the vacation you deserve.

420 friendly. Smoking of all sorts, pipes, vapes, etc. outside only.

Ring video doorbell in carport for security.

From $125 per night, $800 per week, $3000 per month, depending on season, double occupancy, (4.16% GET & 9.25% TAT not included) plus a $75.00 cleaning fee. Additional person $15 per night up to 4 people (children/ babies traveling with guests are considered additional occupants). Extra (air) bed available. Smoking permitted outside only. ****some terms do change for stays of 31 days or longer****

We were awarded the 2014 Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor for consistently earning top ratings from our guests. Come and see what everyone is talking about.

Hawaii Island, aka the Big Island, was ranked number 7 as the World's Best Island destinations in Travel and Leisure magazine, Winter 2012. Come explore one of the planets' most beautiful islands for yourself.

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Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
    Beds in other rooms: Sofa beds
  • 1 Full bath

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Boat available
  • Bicycles available
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Getting around

Rental car highly recommend

Interaction with guest

We will meet you upon arrival to give you keys and answer any questions you have. After that we leave you on your own to enjoy your holiday. We are available by text or call if you need anything or have any questions. We live on the same road, farther up, on a separate property. . You do not share this property with anyone else, it is completely private and no one will bother you.

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 11:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: $200.00
Smoking
Please contact the owner

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

About the owner

Connie C.

Tourist License
STVR-19-364512./NUCR-20-1661/TA-065-012-1216-01

Calendar last updated:
06 May 2024
Years listed:
11
Based in:
United States
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English, French

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Reviews

Excellent
21 reviews

Excellent
21
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“Enchanting, Indeed!”

Reviewed 14 Apr 2019

This is the second time I've stayed at Connie's place. The location is incredible and convenient. It is very clean and well equipped. I was so sad to leave, this is a very special cottage… More

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“Heavenly!”

Reviewed 2 Oct 2017

This space is so special and feels terrific,, I didn't ever want to leave! The experience is unlike anything I've ever had being surrounded by so much beauty and nature. The interior is ve… More

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“Even better than expected”

Reviewed 28 Feb 2017

Wanted a place that was very private and close to the best sites. The Enchanted Rainforest was exactly that and much more, the house has everything you will need and on top of that it is beauitiful! C… More

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Response from the owner Mahalo for your kind review Robert! We enjoyed having you and your wife as guests and look forward to your return. Best to you always!

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Serene relaxing retreat”

Reviewed 22 Feb 2017

This is a beautiful little house in a beautiful wooded setting. Birdsong fills the trees. The coqui take over at night, but no matter. Connie & Andrew have provided everything a couple might nee… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your 5 star review. Im glad you enjoyed the birds you could hear (and see ) at the house. There is quite a variety since the house is located in one of the last native ohia rainforests in the state of Hawaii. We hope to see you on your next visit to the big island. Aloha!

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“Perfect getaway - private and enchanting”

Reviewed 20 Feb 2017

Have stayed here twice, each time wonderful. First we loved how private and cozy it is. Though there was lots to do on the island, we did not want to leave the house much, which was like a vacation wi… More

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Response from the owner Mahalo for your kind words. We always look forward to having you as our guest. You are always welcome here, we appreciate your continued support and recommendations you made to others. Its one of the highest compliments we can receive! With Aloha and gratitude, C+A

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“We didn't want to leave!”

Reviewed 19 Feb 2017

If you are looking to stay away from it all and still have all the amenities and comforts, then this is the place to stay. We enjoyed the peaceful, secluded home and loved that we were close enough t… More

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“AMAZING!!”

Reviewed 16 Feb 2017

Connie and Andrew's place is simply amazing. The accommodations are wonderful. They have EVERYTHING you might need or think you might need. They thought of everything. The bathtub is just HEAVEN,… More

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“Perfect Romantic Babymoon Retreat!”

Reviewed 15 Feb 2017

We stayed at this TRULY enchanting rainforest hideaway for our Babymoon. It was the perfect place for Hubby and me to re-connect before the little one arrived. The rental was sooo peaceful, so cozy,… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your kind words. Congratulations on the arrival of your newest family member. We look forward to welcoming you and your growing family back to the big island. Mahalo! .

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“THIS IS PARADISE”

Reviewed 8 Dec 2014

this was the best vacation ever. i'd go far enough to say a life changing trip. the house is romantic, the rain forest is beautiful, and the scenery is breathtaking. connie and andrew are some … More

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“Just perfect”

Reviewed 1 Jul 2014

This place was awesome. We arrived in the evening and were welcomed by the house keeper Michelle, as the owners were traveling. Michelle was super nice and showed us around. The property is really bea… More

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Connie (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Connie (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Connie (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Connie the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Connie (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Connie (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Connie (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Connie (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Connie (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Connie (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Connie (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Connie (the owner) a message.

If Connie (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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