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Hale Mar - Gorgeous Oceanfront Home with Private Pool & Hot Tub
Capacity
3 Bedrooms
2 Bath
Sleeps 7
About
Hale Mar - Welcome to our Oceanfront vacation home - E komo mai!
Panoramic ocean views and the sound of crashing surf from every room, and your own private 38' pool & hot tub! Spaciousness, luxury and privacy located on the Big Island near Hilo and the famous Volcano Park. New home on private 1/2 acre of absolute oceanfront with gourmet kitchen, color TVs with wireless high speed Internet for streaming, fenced and gated, charcoal barbecue, down pillows and high thread count linens, what else can we think of to make your stay enjoyable?
Exciting opportunities for thrilling activities such as horseback riding, fishing, and hiking. Watch sea turtles, dolphins and whales (in season) from the lanai, visit black sand beaches, waterfalls, orchid and coffee farms! The east side of the big island rocks, and Hale Mar is your personal launch pad to luxury adventures.
This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-112-153-5488-01
STVR-19-355445
NUC-19-0491
Features
Amenities
- Hot Tub
- Private Pool
Location
- Hawaiian Paradise Park
Area
- Hawaiian Paradise Park
- Keaau
- HI
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Reviews
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August 2024
Recent Guest, Vancouver, WA US
Recent Guest, Vancouver, WA US
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Beautiful home!
June 2024
Recent Guest, N/A, CO United States
Recent Guest, N/A, CO United States
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Comfortable home with a spectacular view. We enjoyed grilling dinner and hanging out in the pool.
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your review, Susan. We hope you'll keep us in mind if your travels bring you back to our little corner of paradise :-)
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Amazing !!
February 2024
Sarina B., N/A, CO United States
Sarina B., N/A, CO United States
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Beautiful secluded amazing view !! Never wanted to leave the house !! Got to watch the sea turtles and whales every afternoon !! Would definitely love to return !!
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your enthusiastic review, Sarina. We're delighted that you enjoyed Hale Mar, and are honored that you'd love to return. We'd love to host you again, so come back soon :-)
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
spectacular oceanfront home
January 2024
Kelly B., NASHVILLE, TN US
Kelly B., NASHVILLE, TN US
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Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful and spacious home, set on black lava cliffs on the ocean. The large living/dining/kitchen area, overlooked a pretty backyard with a tranquil pool and hot tub, facing the ocean. The house was clean and well-maintained. At night, we enjoyed listening to the waves crashing on one side, and the coqui frogs chirping on the other. If you want a different type of vacation experience but still in a comfortable large home, you will love this place. Proximity to Hilo, volcanoes national park, and South Puna made for easy and interesting day trips. The staff was friendly and checked in to make sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommended overall.
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your review, Kelly! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Hale Mar, and we are honored that you'd recommend us. Please keep us in mind for future visits. We'd love to welcome you back again!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Nice to be so close to the water and the pool was fun
December 2023
Christine S., N/A, CO United States
Christine S., N/A, CO United States
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The location is amazing and at night the waves sound like they are crashing into the house! The house is a little older and was mostly clean. We might try another house next time
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your review, Christine. We're glad you enjoyed your visit and falling asleep to the sound of the mighty Pacific! You're correct - the house is on the older side, but we have a fantastic housekeeping and maintenance team to assure that everything is sparkling clean and in great working order. We're sorry that you felt it was only a three out of five - we always strive for more!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Nice tidy property
November 2023
Linda S., Eugene, OR United States
Linda S., Eugene, OR United States
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We would have loved to have found salt and pepper, olive oil and vinegar, foil and plastic wrap for staples in the home. These basic items are missing. The pool is much small than portrayed in the photo. It is a narrow lap pool.We did love the location and the sound of the waves splashing nearby.
Manager's Response
Mahalo nui for your review, Linda! As we outline in our welcome letter, our company doesn't provide any food items. We do leave non-contaminable items that have been purchased by previous guests, but the list of ‘safe’ items has grown quite short due to COVID guidelines. That's why we recommend that guests pick up anything they know they will need when doing your shopping. We've been in this business for decades, and have learned that it's impossible to predict guests' taste when it comes to supplying food items. We do have a wonderful concierge recommendation, however, if guests would like to hire fridge stocking ahead of their visit! All of the photos, including the pool, are current photos of the property. We're glad you enjoyed your visit to Hale mar and hope you'll keep us in mind next time you visit our area!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Hale Mar
September 2023
Recent Guest, Morgan, UT US
Recent Guest, Morgan, UT US
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Perfect getaway on the big island!
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Mahalo for your review, Melynda. Come back anytime!!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Hale Mar
September 2023
Melynda L., Morgan, UT US
Melynda L., Morgan, UT US
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Perfect getaway on the big island!
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your review, Melynda. Come back anytime!!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Beautiful home,and we got lucky with the weather!
August 2023
Carene O., Columbus, OH US
Carene O., Columbus, OH US
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This house is absolutely gorgeous, and if you're lucky enough to have a clear morning, the sunrise setting can't be beat. We had not realized that the house was not air conditioned, and upon arrival it was HOT, but truly as soon as you get things opened up it cools off pretty quickly. The property manager was very responsive to questions - the hot tub wasn't working and she was able to tell us what to do immediatley. And FYI there is an alarm system panel inside the door, but no alarm to set (this is not mentioned in the house book).
The only thing we did not love about this property was how far it is from everything. This side of the island does not have as many restaurants or shopping areas, and it is a long drive to anything, anyway. I would recommend this place for a "get away from it all" vacation - the kitchen is well equipped and the home and yard really invite you to stick around and relax.
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your thoughtful review, Carene. We're glad you enjoyed your time at Hale Mar, and hope you'll keep us in mind if you return to our little corner of paradise :-)
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Amazing Property
April 2023
Jessi S., United States
Jessi S., United States
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We loved our stay here! It was fantastic being that close to the ocean, having a pool to toss the kids in daily while the adults planned the next adventure, and seeing the stars come out at night. The beautiful carved doors throughout the home were a surprise bonus. They have a policy where you can leave your extra food or sunscreen or other things for the next renters if you don't want to take them home, which has resulted in a very well stocked house. Our kids had fun with the games and puzzle cabinet.
I would recommend that the property management replace some of the window screens, as a couple have small tears where bugs can get through if you're opening the windows to cool the house down. Closing those couple of windows solves the problem, once you realize it needs to be done. Also, be aware that you will be hearing the coqui frogs at night. That was a bonus for our family, except one kid who had some trouble getting to sleep the rare evenings she wasn't worn out from swimming, snorkeling, beaching and hiking. You might want to discuss with your party before committing. It worked well for us, though, and we'd happily stay here again!
Manager's Response
Mahalo nui for your review, Jessi! We are so glad that Hale Mar worked well for your family :-) We have been working on replacing all the screens. Our maintenance team has been hitting a few of them between each reservation and as of mid-May we've gotten them all replaced. We would love to host you again, so please keep us in mind if your travels bring you back this way.
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI
Hale mar
March 2023
Judith K., Oneonta, NY United States
Judith K., Oneonta, NY United States
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Beautiful home. Very peaceful and well appointed. Loved this property.
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your review, Judith. Come stay again, anytime!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Absolute paradise!
March 2023
Ruma K., Memphis, TN United States
Ruma K., Memphis, TN United States
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We could not have had a better home base for our adventures on the Big Island! Waking up to the Pacific rolling rhythmically in the backyard, cooking in the well equipped kitchen, reading in the hammock, swimming. It was amazing!
Manager's Response
Mahalo nui for your review, Ruma. Hale Mar is such a great location. We are glad you enjoyed your time there. Come back, anytime!!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Dreamy house & location
February 2023
Recent Guest, San Jose, CA United States
Recent Guest, San Jose, CA United States
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Loved staying at Hale Mar, being rocked to sleep by the waves each night. House was very clean, as advertised, and beds comfortable. Hosts were very responsive to text communication. The geckos were very friendly too, and stayed outside during our visit. 10/10 would stay again.
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Hale Mar and we would love to host you again anytime!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Perfect Family Vacation Spot
January 2023
Recent Guest, Hilo, Hawaii United States
Recent Guest, Hilo, Hawaii United States
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We’ve never had a better vacation than this stay at Hale Mar on the Big Island! The house is right in the ocean with waves crashing into the cliffs or rolling gently. The sapphire blue ocean contrasted with the lush green jungle is a colorful delight! We actually cancelled a couple of activities because the property is SO relaxing we just swam in the pool, soaked in the hot tub and genuinely enjoyed each others presence. Hale Mar and the staff at Salt Water gave our family just what we needed. Thank you!
Manager's Response
Mahalo nui for your review, Jezebel. You just made my morning :-) We are so happy your family enjoyed their visit and had some time to chill out and connect. Come stay again, anytime!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Perfect Family Vacation Spot
January 2023
Jezebel P., Hilo, Hawaii United States
Jezebel P., Hilo, Hawaii United States
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We’ve never had a better vacation than this stay at Hale Mar on the Big Island! The house is right in the ocean with waves crashing into the cliffs or rolling gently. The sapphire blue ocean contrasted with the lush green jungle is a colorful delight! We actually cancelled a couple of activities because the property is SO relaxing we just swam in the pool, soaked in the hot tub and genuinely enjoyed each others presence. Hale Mar and the staff at Salt Water gave our family just what we needed. Thank you!
Manager's Response
Mahalo nui for your review, Jezebel. You just made my morning :-) We are so happy your family enjoyed their visit and had some time to chill out and connect. Come stay again, anytime!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Perfect Family Vacation Spot
January 2023
Jessica G., United States
Jessica G., United States
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We’ve never had a better vacation than this stay at Hale Mar on the Big Island! The house is right in the ocean with waves crashing into the cliffs or rolling gently. The sapphire blue ocean contrasted with the lush green jungle is a colorful delight! We actually cancelled a couple of activities because the property is SO relaxing we just swam in the pool, soaked in the hot tub and genuinely enjoyed each others presence. Hale Mar and the staff at Salt Water gave our family just what we needed. Thank you!
Manager's Response
Mahalo nui for your review, Jezebel. You just made my morning :-) We are so happy your family enjoyed their visit and had some time to chill out and connect. Come stay again, anytime!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Terrific property but very remote
December 2022
Recent Guest, Winnipeg, MB Canada
Recent Guest, Winnipeg, MB Canada
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Enjoyed our time at Hale Mar. The property is exactly as advertised - well kept, great layout and really responsive management company. The only drawback is the remote location. We were far from activities and restaurants.
Manager's Response
Aloha Michael and thanks for the lovely review. We always encourage guests to research the location of their chosen vacation rental home prior to confirming because this is a BIG ISLAND (teehee) and Keaau oceanfront is not close to tourist activities - some guests LOVE this aspect of this location and others may prefer to be more in the center of activities. We do provide a House Book in the home with lots of ideas for cool things to do nearby including a hike to a secluded beach and lots of molten lava sites. If you love nature, this is absolutely the place for you. E Komo Mai! - The Salt Water Hawaii Crew
Great stay at Hale Mar!
December 2022
Recent Guest, United States
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We were a family of 5 adults who spent Xmas holidays at Hale Mar. The property had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was well equipped and the large tables both inside and on the patio nicely accommodate our family. In addition to the spacious eating areas, there was also a large Island, which enhanced our meal preparation. The pool was nice and refreshing while the hot tub was great for relaxing after a day of touring. Hale Mar was nicely appointed and had many furnishings that allowed for an enjoyable experience.
Hale Mar is about a 30 minute drive from Hilo, so we tried to organize our shoppings and sight seeing to reduce the driving time in order to maximize our time at this oceanfront property. The local (close proximity) restaurant Kaleos Bar & Grill is highly recommended.
Manager's Response
Mahalo nui for your review, Sherlene. We're so happy you enjoyed your time at Hale Mar. Come back anytime!!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
-25-30 minutes from Hilo, if you don't like driving to get anywhere, don't get this house. We were fine with that because we wanted a little more quiet and private.
-Scenery out back is beautiful. Sunrises, waves hitting the rocks, and volcanic rock is really cool. The master has a really nice balcony with even better views than the yard. No beach close though.
-Pool is small but clean and it was a perfect temperature for staying cool without getting cold. Hot tub was clean and nice.
-(Visited in August) House was hot with no A/C and the fans are just not enough to keep air moving. The fans need to be upgraded to be bigger in the main room and higher flow in the lower bedrooms, in my opinion.
-The windows and doors need to be fixed for being able to lock and close better. If it's all adults, not a big deal. But we had a 5, 3, and 2 year old. We ended up carrying a mattress upstairs to have them sleep in the large master on the floor because we did not feel safe leaving them downstairs. No A/C meant you need windows and doors open. Not ideal for young kids on the main level with the master upstairs, or at all if you're into your kids' safety in a place you're not familiar with.
-The neighborhood isn't the best. It's also not the worst. There's a mix of nice places and complete junk. You're not going to feel like everybody is on vacation if that's what you're after. It's very much full of locals, which isn't a bad thing. It was quiet for us, no funny stuff seemed to be going on anywhere.
-I usually don't have a problem with tech, but the TV is funky and in my opinion, a vacation house should have something that's easier and newer than what this probably is. We could not access some of the popular apps most people use and couldn't login to others.
-Overall, the house is useful and comfortable enough. Plenty of open room and patio space to relax. The kitchen is fairly well equipped, could be a little better.
-There is plenty to do around
Manager's Response
Mahalo for your detailed and thoughtful review, JP. We're glad that Hale Mar worked well for your visit. We appreciate you bringing the windows/small children issue to our attention and we're working on a solution for that. All of Puna is rural and residential - you are 100% correct that visitors looking for a boisterous, touristy vibe wouldn't be happy here. And yes the island is BIG!! Visitors should be prepared for quite a bit of driving if they want to see all the sights, regardless of where they stay. Many decide to split their time between the east and west sides, which is a great option. We hope you'll keep us in mind if you return to our quiet little corner of Paradise!
Warmest Aloha,
The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew
Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI