5
Best rental we've ever had!
Best rental we've ever had!
I have to say, when I initially booked this place, I was a bit nervous. No reviews (yet), amazing pictures, affordable (special) price, I thought something had to be wrong with the place.
I was completely wrong.
If you don't know the area, it's a pretty sleepy "off the beaten path" part of Hawaii. There are a few really nice stores, restaurants, and shops in town, and a decent small supermarket. Like much of the Island though, just about everything closes at about the time the sun goes down. But North Kohala is also one of the most lush and beautiful parts of Hawaii, so it's lack of huge crowds is actually part of the charm.
The layout: The guest apartment which you'll stay in is actually more of an elaborate adult play room- bar, pool table, big screen TV, etc. The bed folds out of the wall, but was actually pretty comfortable. The bathroom is actually off of the back Lanai, so you actually have to go "outside" (about 10ft under a covered walkway) to get to it. The owners live in their own cottage on the property.
So it is not really a traditional condo or guest house.
In our opinion it was much better. It also featured an indoor and outdoor sink, coffee pot, microwave, front *and* back Lanai, great dishware/glassware and other amenities that made for a very relaxing stay.
Probably the best thing though, is the hosts. They have made a truly beautiful place here, with the walkways, terraced gardens, hand crafted marble, glass, and woodwork. If I had the money to go into semi-retirement and move to Hawaii today, this is pretty much exactly what I'd want it to be. Besides what they created, the hosts are also very helpful, interesting, friendly, and down to earth people.
If you're looking for a standard ocean-view condo, this is not it. But if you want a really unique and relaxing place to stay, this may be exactly what you're looking for. It far exceeded our expectations and really was an unforgettable experience. I know next time we make the trip out to Hawaii, we'll be staying here again!
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Sightseeing,
Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 10/10
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