26 Reviews of Property 220215 in Captain Cook, Hawaii

We had a short stay (1 week) but it was the perfect place from which to explore the Big Island. Comfortable enough to stay and relax as well, in between excursions. The owners are accommodating, friendly, and interesting conversationalists. The grounds are lovely; views are great. Any recommendations we received from our hosts were true to suggestion. I loved the change from a resort-like environment. This is definitely cozy and private enough to call home for awhile.

Exactly as described and pictured--except the photos don't fully demonstrate Meris and Brad's hospitality! We had a wonderful stay here in Kona farm country, enjoying our view of the ocean every morning and grilling outside at night. It was the perfect base for exploring the island, only a short drive from restaurants and sights, but far enough from the hustle and bustle. My fiancé and I didn't want to leave to go back to reality when the vacation was over. Highly recommend to others!

"Our hosts, Brad and Meris made our stay an absolute delight. We were treated like friends rather than customers and appreciate their willingness to educate us in the processes of their Macadamia farm.

Their friend, Sarah, was a delight to get to know. We love having her and James's delicious, multiple award-winning coffee for our caffeine connection in the islands. We'll order more when we've slurped our way through what we brought home.

Rev. Pat performed our wedding ceremony right on site, with Brad and Meris handily in attendance as willing photographers.

The quality of the fixtures and flooring in of the bungalow apartment made our stay extra pleasurable. Excellent sinks, good faucets, top of the line cabinets, well painted walls and beautiful flooring.

The lanai kitchen was such a pleasure to fix short-order meals. Well stocked and such a treat to cook overlooking the harbor.

There is an excellent grocery store filled with an eclectic variety of goods at reasonable prices, which Brad said the store is the best in the state. We hadn't gone in for the newspaper one day and the next day the checker commented that they missed us and thought we'd gone back to the mainland. How friendly is that?

The two handsome dogs, Ki and Chief, cheerfully checked on us once or twice a day . . . Henny-Penny and Chicken-Little provided fresh eggs to go with the succulent oranges and limes we picked from the trees on the property.

Meris makes Madadamia butter, Macadamia and local honey butter, Macadamia oil and Macadamia candy in addition to packaging the plump, mouth-watering nuts she and Brad grow.

We had fabulous food at all the "local places" up and down the coast. Although we had studied the tour books for restaurants, it wasn't necessary, because in the two weeks we were there, we had only tasty eating.

A great place to stay and relax! My husband and I just returned from 4 nights at this wonderful working farm and vacation rental. It had all the promised amenities, with a great view and a real "sit and relax" attitude. Which is exactly what we were looking for. Of course, there were tons of things to see and do in the area, and we did a few of them but really, we wanted some down time to just hang loose, soak up the view and pet the dogs. It was just perfect, and we will definately return for another visit. Thanks so much!

What a beautiful place!
It's a paradise!
We've loved everything: fruit trees, flowers, landscape, calm, music and overall our hosts.
They are very generous and hearty.
We'll recommend this place to anyone.

Mahalo.

For Minnesotan and Germans, there is the same dream: being able to spend 24 hours outdoors, under palm trees and other tropical plants and colorful flowers, never being cold. For the "W's", there is the additional dream of mountains and sea together and away from the crowds.
Your place, your hospitality, and the added bonus of the macadamia nuts, citrus fruits, and animals all make us want to come back EVERY winter.
Thank you so much!

You have truly created a magical place for visitors here at SK: the amazing view, the lush vegetation, the wildlife, your warm and generous hospitality, and of course...the firepit!!!
Our time here has been one of the most relaxing and peaceful periods we have EVER spent on holiday, and we say a massive thank you for making us feel so welcome.

This is a piece of paradise,
the sun is warm, you folks so nice!
The crickets sing, the roosters too,
and clothes you only need a few.
We traipsed through jagged fields of lava,
munched on macadamias and slurped java.
We watched some whales, and fish galore,
saw turtles...and there's so much more!