Heath T.
August 2025
Great place .I’ve enjoyed this home numerous times now and every time it’s provided what I need while in puna .Thanks again
Danielle M.
August 2025
Great stay!
Mario M.
July 2025
Had an amazing stay at this Pahoa gem! The value was unbeatable—spacious, well-equipped, and priced perfectly for the experience. The property was spotlessly clean, with every detail thoughtfully maintained, making it a comfortable and inviting retreat. The outdoorsy atmosphere was a highlight, surrounded by lush greenery and nature, that truly immersed us in Hawaii’s beauty. Perfect for anyone craving a serene, nature-filled escape. Highly recommend!
david s.
July 2025
Wonderful property and great location.
Cynthia P.
June 2025
Fantastic stay. Clean and comfortable. Exactly the area I wanted to stay in, near hanai family. Everything worked great. Great value. 10/10 Would recommend.
Oceans E.
May 2025
It was a very beautiful drive into the property, probably my favorite part. We enjoyed the house and big island! Will definitely come again!
Heath T.
December 2024
Always love to stay here .It’s a home away from home for me and look forward to my return
Bruce D.
September 2024
Convenient and good value
Tammy J.
August 2024
We had 7 in our group. We got there after dark. Lighting was poor and not sure which place. We called the number given and got an immediate answer no waiting.
Almost regretted as we walked in the door, very musty/moldy. Thankfully it aired out in 1 day. Source? bottom kitchen cupboards have white mold. We kept them closed, just washed what we used & left the items out. Beds were luxury comfortable and clean and the rooms are spaced perfectly we all had privacy when needed, yard is incredibly beautiful. The screened porch was so peaceful to sit and relax. Washer/Dryer work great.
Keep in mind: The distance from Hilo is about 30-45 min drive depending on traffic, Pahoa was so nice to explore and there is close shopping & a free public pool. On Sunday, the best farmers market is close. There are feral pigs in the yard. Not much you can do about that but they stayed in the brush and only spotted them when it was dark. We didn't bother them, they didn't bother us. It was sad to see they had rooted under some of the plants. Only wished there was some cleansers avail. Swiffer mop was leaking and no other cleansers. It would be nice to have more avail to clean after ourselves more. I recommend buying your own water as the water provided had a chlorine or chemical taste. We refilled our jugs at a refill station at the market in Pahoa and it was cheap. Would we stay here again. Yes for the price they ask it was relaxing and beautiful. Nothing was so bad to deter us from coming again.
Patty W.
June 2024
We were so happy to stay here for two months while we house hunted. We were grateful to find a place that would allow us to have our two cats. We enjoyed the flora and fauna of the property and the beautiful, easy-to-walk neighborhood. Randy, the property manager, was great! He was a wonderful resource for us as we learned more about living on the island. Def would recommend to family and friends staying in the area.
ray k.
April 2024
great property, all went well
Heidi S.
March 2024
This is a beautiful property, so clean and the surrounding gardens are lush and full of flowers and birds. Well set up and we had nothing missing. A deal for the price. As there were only the two of us we didn’t use the ohana, but this place would have been roomy for 5-6 people. We really loved it here. Restful and quiet. We hope to come again!
Sylvia W.
March 2024
You know you are in Hawaii when you enter this yard.
It is beautiful and has so many different trees and plants.
The house is large and we loved the layout of the open living room and kitchen. The owners are quick to respond to any questions you may have. We wish them all the best in the future. Thank you so much for sharing your home .
Heath T.
February 2024
Definitely enjoyed our stay here .
It was a perfect home in a perfect location for us while building our forever home down the street .
Looking forward to staying here again over the time of our build .
Highly recommend this rental .
Dawn L.
January 2024
Love the jungle feel, love the location! Look forward to returning!!
Kris N.
January 2024
Stay was wonderful!! The house had everything we needed and was close to many beaches and stores. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!!
Mark R.
October 2023
It was just what we wanted -- feels secluded in the jungle. Coqui frogs are very loud most of the night.
jennifer m.
September 2023
Cute but roomy house for family and friends. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Hosts were responsive. We had a great stay.
Anna M.
August 2023
Loved the secluded feel of th property, how it was surrounded by Hawaiian foliage and a ways back from the road! Beautiful spot! Would definitely recommend!
Maribel T.
August 2023
Overall enjoyed our stay! Loved he greenery around the home and house was just perfect for our family.
Michael and Anna T.
August 2023
Unbelievable beauty, so much better than the photos can show! Plants, flowers, geckos, birds and their songs… whether outside or inside the home. The night sounds, especially the coqui frogs are very loud, so although charming bring earplugs to help sleep.
Great open layout, comfortable beds/bedding and pillows. Well stocked kitchen, towels and extra bedding if needed.
Mahalo for sharing your Ohana with us, we are blessed and grateful!
Melba M.
May 2023
Quiet and peaceful, perfect for a large family. Beautiful gardens. close to volcano national park and the SE side of the island.
a really really nice place to getaway in Hawaii.
thank you Mark & Sandy
Justin L.
March 2023
When we first got here we couldn’t get ahold of anyone to get missing lock box code. Finally got a response about 8 hrs after asking for and finding out after leaving several messages with the listed contact we later found out she had passed away 2 months previously. We really liked the location and the place itself it really just needs a little updating the sheets, pillows and mattress covers all have mildew smell and mold spots on them. Anyway we did have a good visit any hopefully this doesn’t come across as complaining but more helpful to help get place in order for next family.
Alexandra R.
March 2023
The house and property were stunning. The house was dirty with mold and mildew and smelled strongly of it. The linens were stained. You cannot drink the faucet water or brush your teeth with it because the rainwater is filtered but not purified. We didn’t realize this until reading the book in the house on day 3 because nothing warned us anywhere else. There is no cell service at the property so only wifi cell phone usage available. Overall a very nice place to stay but you can tell it hasn’t been getting the air circulation or sanitation it needs.
Donna H.
February 2023
We enjoyed the house and the surroundings It rained a lot during our stay but we enjoyed playing games on screened in lani
Megan W.
February 2023
Despite the terrible stretch of bad weather, Mark & Sandy’s home was a wonderful home base. We loved playing card games and Yahtzee they provided and listening to the rain & frogs was very magical!
The yard is so lush and the fruit was yummy. We were a group of 7 (2 families) and utilized both the main house and ohana. It was perfect for our needs and we have no complaints. Thank you!
Amber & Bryan C.
January 2023
Aloha the yard is amazing. The house worked great for my auntie Patti & her daughter and son in law. The small studio was great for my daughter & son in law. The small studio could use a couch instead of a futon. They also would have done the dishes in the studio if the had been any soap but there was no hand or dish soap. My auntie Patti daughter was caught off guard when a yard guy showed up to do work during there stay said he was there to work but went after her over the catchment water use. She was doing a load of laundry at the time & washer was filling. It was a little unsettling for her. For auntie Patti & her daughter it was there very first time ever renting a vacation rental. Very green newbies to vacation rental life. But over all they loved your place it worked wonderfully for everyone. I would love to rent it again if grandma make 101. I really just wanted to let you know about what happened. Thank so much your yard and deck are amazing! Amber
Barbara R.
December 2022
Really enjoyed our month long stay at Hale Lezard. The house is secluded and very private.
Beds are comfortable and the kitchen is well
equipped. The lanai is a great place for your morning coffee- some big comfy chairs out there would be awesome!!!! Needs some updating but otherwise very comfortable!
Guillaume L.
October 2022
Nice place
Jennifer W.
September 2022
We used this amazing house as our base for a week on the Big Island. We did not spend much time sitting around the comfy living room since we were out and about. (Volcanoes NP is close as is Pahoa and Hilo, but we also enjoyed day trips from here to the Kona Coast a few times, since we didn’t mind the 2 hour drive. It doesn’t look like home!) We did enjoy cooking breakfast and hanging in the open kitchen quite a bit. The kitchen was nicely stocked and the fridge was great. There was plenty of space for the 5 of us. The bedrooms were spacious. Someone mentioned just a tub in the master bath but it wasn’t a problem, as we just used the other bathroom when we wanted a shower. The Ohana was a wonderful place to house an accompanying friend. There was a carport that kept our rental truck dry from the nightly rains. The grounds were lushly tropical. There is no air conditioning but plenty of fans. It rains every night and cools off quite nicely. Are the frogs a bit loud with the windows open at night? Yes, but you get used to them. All in all, it was an amazing hideaway in the rainforest and we all enjoyed it immensely! I just wish we’d remembered to sign the guest book!
Rhianna W.
August 2022
The house and property are beautiful. Pictures do not do it justice. We loved the screened in porch for dinners at night. Thanks for sharing your house!
Amy R.
July 2022
We loved listening to the frogs at night and all the wild tropical flowers that grow around the house. The house was spacious and perfect for our needs!
Holly S.
June 2022
Beautiful property, a little far out but worth the drive! We loved our stay, thank you mark and sandy! - Holly
Honnah S.
May 2022
We loved living in paradise for a week. As soon as you pull into the driveway you have your own little slice of tropical rain forest. The open floor plan in the main house was great for socializing and the privacy of the Ohana helped for winding down in the evenings. The sounds of the birds and frogs were delightful and the plants were gorgeous. The house had a bit of a musty smell when we first walked in but it was no surprise since it rained every day and there is no air conditioning to remove the humidity from the house. It stayed cool enough with the fans though and we enjoyed our stay.
Philip M.
May 2022
The house is very spacious, and has everything you need. Ellen, the concierge is very responsive and helpful. It can be a little dark during the day in the living area. But you're on Hawai'i, so get out! The town of Pahoa is a few miles north and provides shopping and good food options. There is only one (clothing-optional) swimming beach in the area, which is an experience! Be aware that the tap water is non-potable, but drinking water is supplied or can be re-filled at public spigots in the area. The garden is lush and has so many beautiful flowers, we spent a lot of time out there. We could harvest some ripe and tasty Oranges every day. Would go there again any time!
Rhonda F.
January 2022
we enjoyed our month long stay at Hale Lizarde! The house has everything we needed for our stay. We weathered out a substantial storm there without issues. The power loss made for an adventure…we bought candles and snacks. When we discovered that the beach chairs that were advertised in house were missing the owner told us to grab some and she’d reimburse us. That was a thoughtful gesture. This home is not perfect, but was a perfect fit for a relaxing time for us.
Dr K S.
January 2022
Plenty of space and amenities for our group of 7 adults! Enjoyed trips to Volcanoes NP, Green sand beach, City of Refuge --
Donald D.
November 2021
We loved this property from the minute we drove in the gate. It's a beautiful setting in a convenient location. The living room is very comfortable. The open kitchen, dining room and living room setup is great. The king bed in the main bedroom is very comfortable, and the room and bathroom are perfect sizes. The queen bed in the second bedroom is also comfortable. We loved the screened in porch - maybe the best feature. Would like to see a comfortable lounge chair or two there for reading. The little house was perfect for our guest mother and her 6 and 9 year old boys to get away for their early-to-bed and early-to-rise routine. All-in-all, this house was perfect for us. Ellen was very gracious and attentive to our needs. We had occasion to need Randall to fix the disposal - he was also great - friendly, professional, and competent. Our son and his family live near Pahoa so we visit frequently. We hope Sandy's house will be available when we come.
Ronnie J.
November 2021
Accurate pictures, responsive management, and a beautiful setting. What more could you want in a proper rental in Paradise!
Ariane F.
October 2021
Was a nice location and worked for us but place was not well kept. Dust in all the corners and a lot of mold around all the windows. Toilet seats, shower curtain and contents of screened porch need to be replaced. The floors left our feet very dirty the first day. Kitchen needs a proper cleaning. The yard hadn’t been touched in a while when we got there. The yard work was finally done midway through our stay. Overall, over priced for the level of up-keep.
Jennifer S.
August 2021
Mark & Sandys home was absolutely amazing and had everything we needed!
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