Peaceful 2BR Cottage in Keaau | Volcano & Beaches | Apartment in Keaau

Enjoy modern comfort surrounded by tropical nature on a private 3-acre gated farm in Orchidland Estates, Keaau. This fully accessible ground floor 2-bedroom apartment offers a peaceful, well-appointed home base for couples, families, or small groups exploring East Hawaii. Situated on the grounds of Hokele Aquaponics between Hilo and Pahoa, you are just 20 to 30 minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park while enjoying the quiet, out-of-the-way comfort of an organic island retreat.
Why You'll Love It
Modern Comfort Meets Farm Living: A full kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, reliable cell service, and ceiling fans paired with 3 acres of organic aquaponics grounds.
Prime East Hawaii Basecamp: Central location between Hilo and Pahoa for quick access to waterfalls, lava landscapes, and black sand beaches.
Volcano Proximity: Located less than 30 minutes from active crater viewing, hiking trails, and scenic drives at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Accessible & Convenient: Fully handicap accessible layout with covered parking located directly outside the apartment entrance.
ClubShed Access: Full access to the farm gathering hub featuring a stage, PA system, outdoor kitchen, gym area, bathroom, and shower.
Pet-Friendly & Flexible: Dedicated host support with pets considered (prior approval required) and options for multi-unit bookings.
The Space
Designed for travelers who want complete apartment amenities alongside authentic eco farm surroundings, this space provides a relaxed, private retreat. This is the downstairs. This apartment has no A/C but does have ceiling fans.
Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed and Ceiling Fan
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds and Ceiling Fan
Full Kitchen: Equipped for cooking meal-time favorites with local ingredients from nearby markets.
Bathroom: 1 full, accessible bathroom.
Accessibility: Single-level main floor layout designed for ADA handicap accessibility.
Traveling with a Larger Group? Both units on the property can be rented together! Check out our sister listing: "Peaceful Eco-Farm A-Frame in Keaau | Volcano & Beach Basecamp".
Farm & Property Amenities
Gear Included: Complimentary snorkel gear and beach equipment.
Catch & Release Fishing: Direct access to tilapia farm ponds.
ClubShed: Access to the dedicated hub for small get-togethers, workshops, and commercial photography (capacity 25-30 people).
On-Site Perks: Gated entry for privacy, basic gym area, stage, fire pit and organic fruit and vegetable gardens to explore.
Parking & Security: Locked property gate and covered parking right outside your door.
Important Guest Notes:
Farm Atmosphere: This is a real working aquaponics farm. When it rains in East Hawaii, expect mud and mosquitoes—pack appropriate footwear, light layers, and eco-friendly bug spray.
Pet Policy: Pets may be considered with advance approval and an additional non-refundable cleaning fee.
Host Experience: Check-in and check-out are completely independent for full privacy. The owner Jonas lives on-site and can provide tours to special jungle gems on request!
Location & Nearby Attractions
Located in Orchidland Estates, this property offers seamless access to major East Hawaii highlights and events.
Top Nearby Spots
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (under 30 mins): Kilauea Overlook, Chain of Craters Road, Thurston Lava Tube, and hiking trails.
Hilo (15-20 mins): Hilo Farmers Market, Rainbow Falls, Carlsmith Beach Park, Liliuokalani Gardens, and downtown dining.
Pahoa & Puna Coastline (10-15 mins): Kehena Black Sand Beach, Makuu Farmers Market, Pahoa town art galleries, and coastal drives.
Snorkeling & Ocean Access: Richardson Ocean Park, Haena (Shipman) Beach, and coastal tide pools.
Event & Commercial Inquiries
The property, grounds, and ClubShed hub are open for event bookings, small group retreats, and commercial photo or video shoots (subject to host approval). Visit fishmongerproject online or search Hokele Aquaponics on Google Maps for additional farm details and media inquiries.
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Peaceful 2BR Cottage in Keaau | Volcano & Beaches is located in Orchidlands Estates. Peaceful 2BR Cottage in Keaau | Volcano & Beaches provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This Apartment features Pet Friendly, TV, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Peaceful 2BR Cottage in Keaau | Volcano & Beaches has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 persons. The minimum rental for this property is 1 night, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Orchidlands Estates has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Orchidlands Estates, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.