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Halawai Haven, a Stylish Peaceful Retreat by Green Sands Beach

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A beach with black sand, ocean waves, and palm trees.
A house surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A wooden table with a decorative doily, two wine glasses, a sofa with blue pillows, and a colorful abstract painting above.
A covered outdoor area with wicker furniture, a table with a potted plant, and a view of greenery.
A garden pathway with stepping stones, surrounded by various plants and a red bridge.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Naalehu, HI
  • Place, Paradise Meadows
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Punalu'u Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Naalehu

With a stay at this apartment in Naalehu, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Paradise Meadows. .This apartment is 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Ka Lae and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Whittington Beach Park.
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What's nearby

  • Paradise Meadows - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Whittington Beach Park - 15 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Punalu'u Beach - 24 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 53 min drive - 44.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Punalu'u Bake Shop & Visitor Center - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Honua's Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hana Hou - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Encanto Food Truck - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ka Lae Coffee - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Halawai Haven, a Stylish Peaceful Retreat by Green Sands Beach

Aloha and welcome to Halawai ( the point where heaven and earth meet), a Sanctuary Oasis on the road to Magical Green Sands Beach in Naalehu, HI. We are located half way between Hilo and Kona on a 3 acre peaceful sanctuary in mystical South Point, Na'alehu Hawaii. This is a great place to have as a base when touring the Southern part of the island. You will love my home, It's bright, clean, comfortable, cheery and filled with Aloha Spirit! Your rental is an entire beautiful, 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment located on the upper floor. There is a grand outdoor staircase to access the upper floor, where you pass through your own private huge Lanai (an outside covered verandah) to relax on and enjoy the Koi pond and an incredible botanical garden below. You enter the sliding door to a cheery room full of light, good energy, Hawaiian art and colors. For your comfort there is a full kitchen, with cooking and bakeware, an island, stove, microwave, and refrigerator, coffee, tea, honey, fruit etc. There are also condiments, rice and salad dressings etc in the refrigerator for your useage. The bedroom has a new queen sized memory foam mattress to relax and dream in peaceful ease. The adjoining bath is newly remodeled and stylish, well appointed, and comfortable with bathtub and shower. There is a full size futon sofa if extra sleeping arrangements are needed. For those with chemical sensitivities. We clean with non-toxic old fashioned cleaners and essential oils only. All bedding, mattress are pristinely maintained and pillows and mattress have triple encasement for ultimate cleanliness and comfort. South Point in Hawaiian is known as "Ka Lae" which means "The Point", as its the southern most point of the Hawaiian Kingdom and the whole United States! No light pollution makes for FANTASTIC FOR STAR WATCHING UNDER THE MILKY WAY AND SOUTHERN CROSS!!! South Point is the very place where the first sea faring Polynesians (Hawaiians) came ashore so long ago and the region where the mightiest warrior, King Kamehameha trained in the Hawaiian arts. The land has strong Mana! (energy) On the way to Green Sands Beach you can still see remains of the rock hale's (houses) and stone Heiau's (temples) of these Ancient Hawaiian's. Our Neighborhood (South Point Road) is full of farms growing Macadamia nuts, coffee, and various other offerings. There are 2 first rate quaint coffee shop's in Naalehu to enjoy outstanding Ka'u regional coffee.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as a living plant wall.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Quiet times are 9 PM-7AM. Please take off shoes before entering the home. No smoking inside. No parties or un-listed guests . Mahalo

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number 3940120090000, GE-160-356-8640-01, TA-015-401-5744-01

Property is also known as

Halawai Haven Stylish Peaceful Retreat Green Sands Beach Naalehu

Halawai Haven Stylish Peaceful Retreat Green Sands Beach

Halawai Haven Stylish Peaceful Retreat Green Sands Beach Naalehu

Halawai Haven Stylish Peaceful Retreat Green Sands Beach Naalehu

Halawai Haven Stylish Peaceful Retreat Green Sands Beach

Halawai Haven a Stylish Peaceful Retreat by Green Sands Beach

Halawai Haven a Stylish Peaceful Retreat by Green Sands Beach

Halawai Haven, a Stylish Peaceful Retreat by Green Sands Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marie is a lovely host, and we had a wonderful visit. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable accommodations! Quiet. Absolutely loved the garden and lush tropical surroundings (wish I had their potting bench). Would love to stay again for a longer period of time. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous interlude to traveling around Hawaii Island

We felt at home and relaxed in a beautiful and charming resort off the beaten path. Our host was helpful and welcoming. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for the south island

Absolutely beautiful and relaxing. We wish we booked more nights. Lovely grounds. Easy drive to all sights in the south
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was clean and tidy and very welcoming. The host was very organized and gave great directions. The apartment was well laid out. We cooked some of the host's organic eggs every morning in the kitchen and there was plenty of space to eat at the table or sit on the couch and read. We loved sitting on the Lanai and looking at the stars, and it's only a few minutes to Green Sand Beach and the amazing South Point!
Lush Gardens at the property
View from the Lanai
Lanai
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful base camp for exploring South Point and Volcano National Park

We had a great time exploring Ka’Haiya's beautiful property, exploring the southernmost tip of the US, and being lucky enough to have an eruption occur at Mauna Loa while we were there. Ka’Haiya is a gracious hostess and we enjoyed all of our interactions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet peaceful stay

We had a lovely stay. The property was gorgeous. Lovely gardens and outdoor spaces. Inside had everything we needed and was so beautifully put together. Made us feel at home, away from home. There was even fruit and eggs for sale at the fruit stand. The host was super easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Halawai Haven. Ka’Haiya was a lovely host. She was always responsive to any need we had. Due to a storm on the island the power went out for several hours and she was quick to reach out and supply alternative light sources and water. The place was very clean and comfortable. The gardens are gorgeous. We chose this location to be near a few of our favorite stops, a nearby coffee farm, the Punalu’u Bake shop and the Punalu’u Black sand beach. Volcanoes National Park was also less than an hour away. We also love Hana Hou a nearby restaurant! If you are looking to stay on this part of the island I’d highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

N R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful garden home.

Near South Point Green Sand Beach. One night on our way from Hilo to Kona. Quiet little neighborhood. Lots of TLC in the garden’s and grounds. Lovely breeze in our upstairs apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
100/10 my most favorite vrbo stay yet. The garden is gorgeous, such a peaceful and wonderful place to explore. Ka'haiya was so nice and very responsive. The unit was immaculate, very clean with literally everything you could need. Clearly a lot of love and time has been put into making it such a cozy, unique and fun space. I travel alone and it's honestly the safest I've ever felt staying here. The big lounge chair on the lanai was my selling point originally, and it did not disappoint. I loved sitting out there to read, just sit and listen to all the birds or night sounds, and especially enjoyed watching the sunset in the clouds. The location was good for me because it was nice and quiet and not too touristy. Nice drive to go up the west side to get to more touristy things if that's your jam. I would love to stay here again if I come back to the island, and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a safe and comfortably place to relax.
Horses down the road
Malasadas from nearby Punalu'u bake shop
View from down the road
Sunset from the lanai
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

naomi r.

Peaceful place.

I reserved it for our friends. They enjoyed staying there very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ruhiges Appartment in mitten einer grünen Oase. Nahe an South point und Green Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Starnani L.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026