Puna Pod is located in Pahoa, just 1.9 miles from Kehena Black Sand Beach and 18 miles from Lava Tree State Monument. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. Puna Pod includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy snorkeling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo is 30 miles from Puna Pod. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 35 miles from the vacation home.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
9.5
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  • Charles
    United States of America United States of America
    There were many personal touches. For example the infuser. We could tell the owner put a lot of thought into designing this property. I loved all the plants outside! We really had a nice time. The owner/ manager responded promptly to my messages....
  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    Fantastic small house in a private, yet convenient location. Very clean, well furnished with plenty of cooking supplies. Loved the fresh air through the sliding windows and the ceiling fans for circulation. Plenty of storage for food and luggage...
  • Elzbieta
    Poland Poland
    Idealne miejsce na wypoczynek. Domek wyposażony we wszystko, czego można potrzebować - pełne wyposażenie kuchni, i łazienki. W domku nie ma klimatyzacji, ale jest tak dobrze zbudowany, że wiatraki wystarczają w zupełności, nawet w upały. Pięknie...

Hosted by Jacob and River

9.7
9.7
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Jacob and River
A beautifully quaint house awaits as you explore rural Hawai'i and one of the world's most active volcanoes. Kehena beach is about a mile away where you can swim with wild dolphins, free dive and fish! Kaimu and Pahoa have groceries with a brand new shopping center. The open landscaping provides plentiful, tropical breezes. Uncle Robert's has live music, a bar, food and trinket vendors, dancing and fun for everyone. Dare to discover new tastes and equatorial fruits at local Farmer's Markets. This studio home built in 2016 has all modern conveniences including the highest speed internet available via BAMF wireless, (about 100-40 mbps download, 15-1 mbps upload) washer/dryer, stove, oven, hot/cold triple filtered water from the catchment system typical in the area since there is no public water utility. Electricity is on grid. It is a clean and simple layout. Nearby, enjoy rustic hikes through one-of-a-kind lowland tropical rainforests, or surf at the new lava-made Black Sand Beaches of Poho'iki and Kapoho. There are many active farmer’s markets all around. Sunday Funday drum circle and fire dancing at Kehena Beach and Seaview Lawn. Visit the lava lake up in Volcano National Park, which may or may not be there at Hale Ma'uma'u and maybe you’ll experience one of Big Island’s many commonly occurring earthquakes. There’s even a vineyard nearby! The volcano may not be very active when you visit, so plan ahead! Watch the sunset from Mauna Loa and explore the sinuous networks of lava tubes and caves that run for miles underneath the surface of the island. Visit Waipio Valley and imagine the taro farmers of yore. Be sure to understand your traveling regulations.
Aloha, I have lived in Hawaii for over 11 years, mostly in Puna on Big Island, but moved to O’ahu in March, 2021. I love hosting people from around the world that come to check out the most active volcano on the planet or the Playground of the Pacific, aka, Honolulu. I work full time as a carpenter and realtor. I actively study German and Japanese and love languages. I have enjoyed playing the piano and singing since I was very young. I was a massage therapist for 10 years, and a farmer. I have a strong interest in architecture and agriculture, utility systems, business and engineering. Looking forward to traveling and myself getting massages for a change! I hunger for knowledge, experience and truth. RS-84015 Hawaii charges a 13.5% Transient Accommodation Tax and 4.712% General Excise Tax. This should already be reflected in your payment breakdown. GE - “014 “- 034 “- 3296 “- “01 TA - “014 “- 034 “- 3296 “- “01 STVR “- 19 “- “357903 NUC “- 19 “- “981 NUC must be renewed before October 20th, 2023 I also need to display the Short Term Vacation Rental Non-Conforming Use Certification requirements to you. By booking this place you agree that... (a) Quiet hours shall be from 9:00pm to 8:00am, during which time the noise from the STVR shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. (b) 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. (c) Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated parking area. (d) The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes.
Kalapana Seaview Estates subdivision in the southeast district of Puna on the Big Island of Hawaii. Just minutes away from the black sand beach, Kehena, there are smoothie and fruit vendors that pop up on sunny days. Hikes along stark, black lava rock coast lines and lowland rainforests make this area unique. Many agricultural endeavors also go on in the area, worth exploring, including spear and reel fishing. Ecstatic Dancing is a popular happening in the area, as well as a variety of festivals. Visit punarising (dot) com for some direction on local things to do like a chocolate or mushroom farm tours! It is recommended that you rent a car at the airport in Hilo, though there is a bus that swings by at the front of the neighborhood. A bike is also a very pleasant way to travel... the red road, or highway 130, is no longer red but is a beautiful road to bike along. The roads are somewhat narrow and winding around the area.
Languages spoken: German,English

Area info

Amenities of Puna Pod
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sitting area
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Snorkeling
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Private check-in/out
    Cleaning Services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    Languages Spoken
    • German
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    Puna Pod takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Damage policy

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to USD 300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    No cribs or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 9:00 AM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay applies. Please note that a maximum of 2 pets is allowed Please note that the property can only allow pets with a maximum weight of 70 pounds.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Puna Pod of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 09:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to $300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    License number: 3120400340000, Stvr-19-357903; nuc-19-0981, Ta-096-723-6096-01

    FAQs about Puna Pod

    • Puna Pod offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkeling
      • Fishing
      • Beach

    • Puna Pod is 5 miles from the center of Pahoa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Puna Pod may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Puna Pod is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Puna Pod has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Puna Pod can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Puna Pod is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.