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Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848

Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848

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Waipi'o Valley
Views of Valley and Ocean from property
Panorama of Waipi'o Valley
View of fully off grid solar panel array atop the deluxe two house complex
Driveway & main house showcasing bay windows,  screened lanai, and porch

Overview of Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Honokaa, HI
  • Popular LocationWaipio Valley Lookout5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaipio Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationHiilawe Waterfall27 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathhouse

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848

DESCRIPTION:
*The listing price includes two guests. There is an additional guest fee of $50 per head per night beyond the first two guests.  Please see the "Additional Important Access Information" at the bottom of this listing as there have been some recent changes regarding access to Waipio Valley and our property.

Delux spacious house with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms situated on a 3-acre botanical garden with over 30 different types of exotic fruit trees and several hundred botanicals including many rare palms and other species—all labeled with their botanical names.
 
Situated in historic Waipio Valley, this unique property is known as “the place of first light” ka’o and provides unparalleled access to “The Valley of the Kings”.  The breathtaking landscape of the lush valley walls, traditional taro patches, palm and fruit trees, exotic fragrant flowers, and giant monkeypod trees transports you into another world. Walk two minutes to a sacred waterfall and bathe in its cool waters or stroll down an enchanting jungle canopy path to a secluded black sand beach. Or explore our dense botanical garden filled with unusual and exotic species and learn while having fun— our plant labels and descriptions will help you identify local and international botanicals. It’s all here for you and much more!

Enjoy all the comforts of home while surrounded by paradise in over 5000 sq. ft. of custom living space—with bamboo hardwood and natural slate floors, travertine bathrooms, granite counters, teak furniture, and our exotic lava-rock bath house—fully off-grid and fed by a waterfall. The two sections of the house are connected by a breezeway that provides unusual privacy between the master suite in the lower section and the other bedrooms in the upper section making it ideal for two separate families vacationing together, or just great separation for members of the vacationing group.
 
Screened lanais and decks allow gentle Pacific breezes to pass through the spaces while enjoying incredible views from the expansive bay windows and numerous skylights. Fabulous for star-gazing and bird-watching, numerous streams and rivers run through the valley creating an unparalleled tropical adventure!
 
Our private guide will escort you into the valley and provide personalized insights into the rich history and lore of the valley and its traditions, as well as the varied plant and animal life. Ask us for details.

Fruit trees in our botanical garden include:
 
mangosteen, brooks late mango, Rambutan, Lychee, Durian, Passionfruit, Cacao, Pomelo, Tangelo, Navel Orange, Pixi Tangerine, Meyers lemon, Persian lime, Avocado, White Sapote, Rollinia, Soursop, Cuban Red Banana, Peanut butter fruit, Coconut Palms, Sugarcane, Apple Banana, Indian Mulberry, Surinam Cherry, kaffir Lime, Edible Hibiscus, Guava, Jackfruit, Macadamia nut, Papaya, Pineapple, Star fruit, Curry leaf tree, Black Mulberry, Mango, Cacao Tree.
 
Disclaimer: 95% of the time the road to the property is accessible, however, there is a small chance of the road being inaccessible seasonally. Full refund available for dates property is inaccessible. Property owners are not responsible for events associated with guests' delayed arrival or departure due to extreme weather.  We have been successful in getting all of our guests out of the valley in time for their flights with no delays.  However, we recommend guests arrange additional accommodations on the Island for a day at the end of their stay to ensure a smooth transition to the airport and alleviate the stress of catching flights on a timely basis.

***Additional Important Access Information:
Due to a recent Geotechnical Survey on the Waipio Valley access road the County of Hawaii is mandating that tourists cannot drive any vehicle in or out of the Valley.  To honor this County rule, we are now required to take our guests in and out of the valley until the appropriate road improvements are completed.
(**Included in the listing rate is one free round-trip shuttle into the Valley for up to 4 guests on your check-in and check-out days. Additional trips are priced at $200 per round trip.)
We understand that many of our guests may want to make day trips out of the Valley to explore other parts of the island. We ask that you please schedule these day trips ahead of time to ensure shuttle driver availability. As stated, we can take 4 guests at a time at an additional charge of $200 per in-and-out trip.  
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Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. during which time the noise from the Short-Term Vacation Rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors.
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.
Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area. 
The Short-Term Vacation Rental shall not be used for commercial purposes.

 Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to having you as our guests!

Property manager

Sukumar and Kristi Sur

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time the noise shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors.
Sound beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area. The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-121-183-2832-01, 490060390000, TA-121-183-2832-01

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Honokaa

Located in Honokaa, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Waipio Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hamakua Fudge Shop and WM Keck Observatory Office. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Hamakua Heritage Corridor - 1 min walk
  • Waipio Valley Lookout - 5 min drive
  • Waipio Beach - 11 min drive
  • Hiilawe Waterfall - 27 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Waipio Cookhouse - 7 min drive
  • Village Burger Kamuela - 47 min drive
  • Holualoa Kona Coffee Co. - 36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waipio Valley Botanical Garden STVR Reg#19-365284 NUC# 19-1848 located?

This family-friendly Honokaa holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Waipio Beach and Waipio Valley Lookout. Hamakua Fudge Shop and Hiilawe Waterfall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Antoinette E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique and very special place!
We loved our stay in Waipio! Beautiful property with plenty of space and remarkable comforts of home despite being well off the grid. Gorgeous black sand beach just a hike away, waterfall with swimming hole steps from the house, lots of fresh citrus. Accessing the property is certainly a challenge, but the hosts are accommodating and lead you down the first time. Don't arrive after dark!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

5/5 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Spirit was Touched
I had the extreme Good Fortune of visiting Waipio Valley Botanical Garden Complex with 8 of my closest friends on a Full Moon weekend. It was a Pivotal Weekend for all of us. I’m unable to communicate how amazing and special it was for each of us. The valley speaks for itself. If you have come this far you may already have some idea that Waipio is one of the most magical places in the world. Visiting under a full moon means you can appreciate its incredible beauty day and night. The Botanical Garden Complex complements the Valley Perfectly. Careful and thoughtful architecture integrated with the sloping hill it sits on. So you can walk around outside around the back up the hill and enter the house thru myriad doors and entrances. There is so much to explore! Unique, Elegant Bedrooms and a beautiful loft (“The MoonTower!”). Lavastone Showers! Picturesque Baths full of Hot Water felt so good at the end of a long day [or night]. Each room’s window has a unique vantage point to the wondrous jungle outside. I discovered I Love Indian Art: in particular Madhubani style paintings. There is beauty to admire everywhere – inside and outside. Murti sculpture. A fantastic collection of incredible books – 3 nights was no where near enough time to appreciate everything they provide for us. There is delicious fruit in abundance. We had lots of fat juicy citrus ready to enjoy. We might have discovered some amazing new cocktails. Plants are identified with signs and descriptions. I was so happy to find the Kaffir Lime tree and smell a fresh cracked leaf.. The caretakers were considerate and checked in on us. Satellite Internet was totally usable though if you intend to stream NFL playoffs you should turn down the video quality down. Waipio Valley Botanical Garden Complex Touched Us Each and I will never be the same. Warmest Mahalo to our Hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

5/5 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once in a lifetime - Amazing Experience!
If you ever get a chance to spend time here, please do! The amazing home, location, waterfall, black sand beach - and the overall experience will stay with you forever. Most importantly to me and my family with two smaller kids, we wanted a tremendous host who cared about our well-being, our safety, and any concerns we had being in such a remote location. We got all of that and more. I can't say enough about Sukumar and Kristi other than a big MAHALO and thank you for this amazing experience that we will all remember forever. If I can ever serve as a reference for you and others considering, I'd be more than happy to do so! Mike
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

5/5 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun adventure with family & friends in a beautiful setting
Sukumar and Kristi were awesome! So quick to respond to all of our questions and deal with any concerns (like delivering a new propane tank for the grill). The location is remote and bit challenging to get to, and it was a little stressful driving down into the valley in the dark due to travel delays. The property is beautiful though, and we loved hiking to the beach and waterfall and enjoyed all the amazing plants and wild horses and other wildlife. My advice for anyone considering a visit is to be sure to plan your shopping for meals and any other items you'll need (definitely bug spray) carefully as coming and going is not easy. I'd also say it is probably not a good destination if you have very young children or anyone with mobility issues; there are lots of steps and stairs and a pretty steep hill to climb to get to the house. It was a great place for the older teens and adults in our group who enjoy hiking and getting out into nature. The house is spacious and comfortable, although the arrangement of rooms/beds is a bit odd, with one large room with a king bed in the main house and all the rest in the other, and some rooms up flights of spiral staircases. We made it work, it was just a little different. The kitchen is pretty basic, without electronic appliances (microwave, dishwasher) due to need to conserve batteries that run on solar power with a back up generator. We managed fine, it just isn't fancy. Overall we enjoyed a unique and fun experience in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

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