Kiva Studio

Located in the hills above Pearl Harbor is one of Oahu's most delightful retreats. The higher, cooler elevation, with frequent trade wind breezes, make for a delightful micro-climate. Built in 2013, this studio cabin features ceramic tiled floors, granite counters & cherry wood cabinets. The private lanai faces the Norfolk Pine and Bamboo forest growing on the lower level of the property. Per current Hawaii law, this space is only available for 30 days or more. Enjoy a private guest house on a larger estate in the hills above Pearl Harbor. The private bathroom is in a separate building about 10 ft from the studios' front door, with paved, lighted and covered access, and keyed entry. The Aiea Loop Trail, among other hiking trails, are nearby. Ample street parking is available. This cabin (and our private sewage system) can accommodate only 1-2 persons, is not suitable for large groups and no pets are allowed. The Hawaii General Excise and Transient Accommodation Taxes are collected by Airbnb. Off-site amenities, restaurants, hospital, groceries are at the bottom of the hill, about 2 miles. Aiea is conveniently located near Pearl Harbor, the airport, Aloha Stadium, and all freeways. Site is down sloping and guests must be able to negotiate 3 flights of stairs. Lush, peaceful setting has mornings filled with bird songs! You can have coffee on your private lanai or have friends over for a barbecue in the manicured backyard. There is a microwave oven, a toaster oven and a hot plate, but no conventional oven or cooktop. Wet bar has a full size refrigerator, dishes and cookware. All linens provided. Also available for your use are two sets of golf clubs, generic women's size clubs from Costco, and custom clubs for a tall man. And two hand-pulled golf bag trolleys too. Limited bus service in this residential area. Elevation is about 700-800 feet with clean, fresh trade winds flowing over the top of the mountain and through the cabin. This studio has a private front door (with security screen) that is accessed via 3 flights of stairs and a covered breezeway. It also has a sliding rear door leading to the private lanai and a French door leading to the gardens. The breezeway is also connected to the separate private bathroom, a few steps away. We live in the main house and are happy to help when needed. There are two other rental units on the property. The washer/dryer is shared by the 3 units, and the gardens/yard and gas barbecues are shared by the owners and the 3 rental units. Aiea Heights is a quiet residential area located in the Ko'olau mountains just above Pearl Harbor. The area was originally built up with plantation homes that housed the workers at the nearby sugar cane plantation, no longer in production. Many of the old plantation homes have been replaced by larger, modern homes, such as this one. There is an ancient Hawaiian healing he'iau (temple) within walking distance, at the top of the hill. The public bus stops 1/2 block away, twice a day, morning and evening. Oahu has an excellent bus system, but access to it up here is not very good. There is open street parking on a grassy area across the street. Some snorkel gear, boogie boards, tents, tennis gear, etc. are available for all guests to use. A screened gazebo in the bamboo forest on the property has chairs for relaxing and communing with nature. A massage table is available for your enjoyment.