Guest Cottage at Historic Estate
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Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Pool
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Dryer
Explore the area
- Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden5 min drive
- Kilauea Caverns of Fire7 min drive
- Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory9 min drive
- Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)16 min drive
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About the area
Keaau
What's nearby
- University of Hawaii at Hilo - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
- Ha'ena Beach - 14 min drive - 8.8 km
- Rainbow Falls - 16 min drive - 17.1 km
- Port of Hilo - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
- Carlsmith Beach Park - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
Getting around
- Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Kaleo's Bar and Grill - 7 min drive
- Taco Bell - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 20 min walk
- Jack in the Box - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
Guest Cottage at Historic Estate
Our property is all about Big Island history.
As soon as you enter the Royal Palm lined drive to the former Ola’a Sugar Plantation estate, you will feel the ambiance of times gone by.
The buildings are authentic Victorian and have been tastefully restored to their old glory and equipped with all modern amenities.
They are surrounded by about ten acres of luscious botanical gardens, meadows, orchards, and jungle, preserving its unique ambiance.
Three aspects make this property unique:
Location, ambiance and history.
There are no similar places on the Island to compare it to.
Location:
Keaau, on the east of the Big Island, meaning the area of water springs.
We are conveniently urban, yet secluded within our privacy.
We are on safe county water and dependable grid electricity and WiFi.
We are always on paved roads and only a minute away from the next supermarket and restaurants in Keaau shopping center. We are 10 to 15 minutes from downtown Hilo and central to all visitor sites, most of them less than an hour away.
We are in proximity to Hawaii Volcano National Park, and the coastal waterfalls.
Ambiance:
In the midst of our botanical exuberance and wildlife you connect with the charm of a simpler life, as it used to be on the Island a century ago. A rare opportunity to experience country living as its best.
History:
The land, originally owned by King William Charles Lunalilo (1835-1874), was purchased by the Shipman family.
In 1902 the first manager of the Ola sugar plantation planted the Banyan tree near the cottage. It is now considered the biggest on the Island.
The Main House, nineteenth century Queen Anne architecture, has been used in many photography sessions and for movies, recordings, magazines, books and commercials.
A 1950’s photo is shown in the book “The Hawaiians”.
Films recorded on the property include: Four Frightened People (Claudette Colbert)-Diamond Head (Charlton Heston)-The Hawaiians (Charlton Heston - Geraldine Chaplin)-Hawaii Five O-Hawaiian Eye-Big Hawaii (Cliff Potts)-Danger In Paradise (Cliff Potts & Ina Bolin).
After the plantation closed and sold the residence in the early 1980’s, it fell in disrepair until the present owners acquired it and worked for several years to restore it to its original beauty.
But the history dates back beyond the plantation era to ancient Hawaiian legends and fairy tales.
The most known is of the mythical Princess La'ieikawaii, hiding in the place known as Paliuli.
The Mango forest on the south-west corner of the property still holds the remains of an ancient hei'au.
The Hawaiian movie Choreographer Henry Pa, recounts in an interview: "When I was involved in the movie, "Bird of Paradise," my grandmother Grace Kealiiaua Pa told me to go to the island of Hawaiʻi, to Olaʻa, at Keʻeau. I was to sit beneath a certain tree, which was the birthplace of my grandfather and his former home. There I was to gaze out at the water and look for two stones, one of which was Hiʻiaka-ika-poli-o-Pele, and the other was Lohiau. I was to meditate on the task before me. By doing this, I would receive the strength and inspiration that I needed to choreograph the dance scene for this movie."
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Fenced private pool
- Outdoor pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Porch/lanai
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Smoking allowed on lanai
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks 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
General
- Bicycles
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Note from host: There are mostly safety concerns
Important information
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Guest Cottage at Historic Estate?
The closest beach to Guest Cottage at Historic Estate is Ha'ena Beach (6.5 km).
How much does it cost to stay at Guest Cottage at Historic Estate?
As of 23 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guest Cottage at Historic Estate on 24 Nov 2024 start from NZ$715.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Guest Cottage at Historic Estate have a pool?
Guest Cottage at Historic Estate has a communal pool and an outdoor pool.
Is Guest Cottage at Historic Estate family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ, an outdoor pool and travel cots, it's no surprise that Guest Cottage at Historic Estate is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Guest Cottage at Historic Estate?
No, Guest Cottage at Historic Estate does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Guest Cottage at Historic Estate?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Guest Cottage at Historic Estate?
No, pets are not allowed.
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