564 Hoaka Rd Hilo, HI 96720

House of Light – A Botanical Sanctuary in Hilo
Nestled in the lush foothills of Mauna Loa, this rare 3.7-acre estate offers a private world of beauty, peace, and possibility. Surrounded by panoramic nature views, botanical gardens, and a private forest with stream. The House of Light invites you to live in harmony with nature while generating income or hosting unforgettable retreats. This property offers two versatile living arrangements that can become three, with flexibility for multigenerational living, long-term rentals, or guest accommodations. A spacious 5BD/3BA, 2 story main home, plus two charming 2BD/1BA cottages, each with their own entrance, kitchen, bathroom and nearby paved parking.
Explore through your personal tropical paradise, alive with many ferns, orchids, bamboo, citrus and exotic fruiting trees. Bordering protected watershed land with access to long nature walks and pure volcanic water. A place to truly connect—with the land and yourself.
Host gatherings in the botanical gardens or in the main home with its spacious indoor/outdoor flow, and country-style kitchen. A charming bathhouse is tucked into a bamboo grotto, offering a soaking tub, jet shower, and tranquil massage/yoga space. Nearby, a glamping tent platform with power, water, and an outdoor kitchen.
At 1,000 ft elevation, enjoy cool trade winds and refreshing temperatures year-round—just 10–20 minutes from Hilo’s university, hospital, shopping, and beaches.
Highlights:
• 3 Beautiful homes (5BD/3BA + Two 2BD/1BA)
• Botanical gardens & private forest
• Bathhouse + glamping tent w/ kitchen
• Event hosting potential (permits may apply)
• 2 Permitted Cesspool Systems
• Public water, power & high-speed internet
• Borders protected land with trails
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY