Entire House
Bananarama Cottage, near Kehena Beach black sand beach, on small fruit farm!
Pāhoa, Hawaii, US
2 guests
1 bedroom
1 bed
1 bathroom
Vegan Kitchen
Meet Your Host
Rob
United States · Joined October 2018
We are a vegan & vegetarian couple. The vacation rental is part of Seaview Farms, which is primarily a banana micro-farm with over 50 varieties of edible bananas and dozens of other tropical fruits. The cottage and surrounding farm use no products with animal ingredients. Even our 2 rescue dogs are vegan! We have been living in this neighborhood for 18+ years and are well acquainted with all it has to offer, including hidden, magical spots on the Big Island.
My Lifestyle
Rob has been vegan since 1990 and Bob has been vegetarian since 1994..
Hobbies & Interests
Snorkeling, hiking, gardening, dogs
Companion Animals
Our 2 dogs were adopted from shelters here in 2019 (Riley) and 2025 (Miss Honey) Our dogs are vegan and love bananas!
Amenities
Everything to make you feel at home
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Oven
Hot water
Stove
Wifi / Internet
Microwave
Blender
TV
Netflix / HBO
Cookware
Closet / drawers
Large salad bowls
Desk / workspace
Essentials (towels, sheets, soap, toilet paper and pillows)
Living room
Garden
Kitchen
Laundry – washer
Laundry - dryer
Porch
Private entrance
Free parking on premises
Backyard
Free street parking
Scenic views
Additional Services
Extras your host offers
Many massage therapists are in the area and nearby Kalani has Yoga and other classes.
Overview
Capacity
2 guests
Booking
Request to book
Kitchen
Vegan
Minimum stay
2 nights
Maximum stay
28 nights
Check-in
3PM - 12AM
Booking window
12 months
Weekly discount
6% off (7+ nights)
Sleeping Arrangements
Where guests will sleep
King
1 bed
Neighborhood
Getting around the area
Rob & Bob’s home is located in Pāhoa, Hawaii, United States. More information This is in the Puna district of the Big Island, which is one of the least touristy areas in Hawaii. While the remoteness of the neighborhood is a major part of its appeal, it is a rural area and is not a resort area that some imagine all of Hawaii to be. Conservation zoning of the coastline keeps the area looking much the same as it did 100 years ago. We encourage guests to fly into Hilo, which is 90 minutes closer than Kona. If coming from Kona, all three routes to the cottage are beautiful! Bananarama is near the Red Road in the small Kalapana Seaview neighborhood 1/3 mile (5 minute walk) from the gorgeous ocean-front park and cliffs, and 1 mile from Kehena black sand beach. The Red Road is an official Scenic Byway, and is the longest, least developed coastal road in all of Hawaii. One can easily spend a week within a half-hour drive of the cottage. This area is known for being very LGBT friendly. Local restaurants and natural foods stores feature many vegetarian and vegan options. Most stores and services are 20-30 minutes away and guests appreciate feeling away from it all along the Red Road. Plan to purchase groceries in Hilo for best prices and selection. The Big Island is BIG (roughly the size of Connecticut), and Kona beaches are at least 2 hours away. We recommend staying in at least 2 different areas on the island, and at least 3 nights at Bananarama, though 2 night stays are our minimum. When searching travel sites for activities, search for the Kehena, Pahoa, and Puna areas. Favorite places: Nearby you can • View 2018 lava flows (10 minute drive) • Swim with dolphins and enjoy the black sand at nearby Kehena Beach • Snorkel at Kehena Beach or at any of a number of beaches in Hilo • Visit a mile long black sand beach created in 2018 • Take a helicopter tour • Hike coastal trails on newly formed lava or in rainforest • Dine and dance at Uncle Robert's outdoor awa bar with local food, drinks, crafts, and live Hawaiian music • Watch humpback whales from the ocean-front park and cliffs (Dec-Mar) Getting around: A car is strongly recommended to get around easily on the Big Island, including to and from Bananarama Cottage. A local bus stop is three blocks away with 3 times daily service to Pahoa, Hilo, and beyond. 20-30 minutes from Pahoa. 45-60 minutes from Hilo airport. 2.5 hours from Kona airport. 1 Hour from Volcanoes National Park. 10 minutes to Kalapana and MacKenzie State Park.
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Location
Pāhoa, Hawaii, US
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About This Space
A closer look at the stay
About
Separate home on a banana farm 1 mile from Kehena black sand beach! King bed, A/C, full kitchen, screened lanai & glorious outdoor shower. Enjoy nearby beach, snorkeling, hiking.
The space
Located away from the hustle and bustle of touristy areas in one of the few remaining undeveloped "Old Hawaii" areas. Bananarama Cottage features air conditioning (one of the only vacation rentals in the area with it), large screened-in lanai with dining table and loveseat, King bed, indoor Jacuzzi whirlpool bath tub & shower, and a large, outdoor shower with wall of orchids. Its design is inspired by its location on a banana farm featuring over 50 different varieties of bananas. Perfect for 1-2 guests. Max 2 guests or 2 adults with toddler. Enjoy the entire house all to yourself. Cottage and 1/5 acre property are not shared with other units and guests may roam entire half acre farm. This is a full-time vacation rental. Owners/caretakers are typically on the separate property next door to provide assistance if needed. Shower under the sun, moon, and stars in our glorious outdoor shower with a wall of orchids! Bananarama Cottage has bright, cheery colors, lots of windows to allow tropical breezes from the lanai, bedroom, kitchen, and living room. The whimsical banana theme carries into every room. Each space is well lit, with modern, quiet ceiling fans in the living room and bedroom. Features custom-built furniture using local woods such as mango, monkeypod, and lychee. • WiFi • 65" 4K HDR LCD screen with Blu-Ray/DVD/Netflix player & laptop connector • Well equipped small kitchen with 4 burner stove & oven, refrigerator/freezer (medium size), microwave, coffee maker & bean grinder, toaster, and blender • Free Washer/Dryer & detergent in an outdoor closet (minimizes noise when in use) • Snorkel masks (full face & regular masks & fins for 2+ provided) • Beach towels • Keyless entry (no keys to lose!) • Desk with USB chargers, wireless chargers ** Note that this listing does now includes the Hawaii General Excise & Transient Accommodation Tax of 18%. Listings without explicit tax information in Hawaii may not be as reliable as those that collect and pay these taxes. Guest access: Large lawn, yard, and access to surrounding banana farm. Large, ocean front park is available to guests. We listen to our guests' needs and interact accordingly. If you would like a free farm tour, please schedule with us during your stay. Owner/Manager normally on separate adjacent property if needed.
The kitchen
Well-equipped small kitchen with 4 burner stove & oven, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, coffee maker & bean grinder, French Press, toaster, and blender. Any animal products left in cottage by guests are discarded so that the property is free of animal products for new guests. Guests are provided with fruit from the farm when available.
Other things to note
We are happy to answer any questions about the cottage or surrounding area. Price includes 18% sales and transient accommodation taxes. STVR - 19-359682 NUC- 19-1233 GE/TA 026686259201 (required vacation rental license numbers)
Safety Features
Ensuring your safety first
Smoke detector
Cancellations
Clear expectations if plans change
Moderate
Cancel up to 5 days before your trip and get a full refund minus service fees back.
House Rules
Shared expectations for the stay
Not suitable for companion animals
No parties or events
No smoking
No long-term stays
Vegetarian cooking / food storage allowed
No smoking No companion animals No parties or events Check-in is anytime after 3PM Check out by 11AM Self check-in with keypad $85 cleaning fee Your overall price includes the Hawaii General Excise Tax of 4.167% and Transient Accommodation Tax of 13.25% and is why it may appear to be more expensive than on other platforms which collect those taxes separate from the nightly cottage price. Activities nearby are listed on our website, which will be emailed. Details on the cottage and surrounding area are in a blue binder, located on the living room table. Guests must leave the screen door closed when not in use to prevent geckos and insects from entering the lanai. Windows facing east must be closed before leaving and during rainy weather to prevent water damage. All guests agree to the following rules mandated for all vacation rentals on Hawaii Island. Rentals not listing these rules and required registration numbers are most likely not legal and may be shut down at any time. Hosted rentals (owner/manager on site at all times) are exempt from these rules and must only list GE&TA numbers. (A) Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., 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 onsite parking area. (D) The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes. Required Hawaii County and State registration numbers: STVR - 19-359682. NUC- 19-1233. GE&TA-026686259201