Enchanting Tropical Cottage W Ocean View

• Big Island stay

  Big Island stay

  • Guest Ken
  • Date of stay 03/24/13
  • Review Submitted 03/31/13
  Reserving accommodations, such as cottages is always a bit risky when done online, but communication was so great and prompt that all that angst was removed. We arrived at the cottage as planned and found it to be delightful. It was clean and well stocked with the essentials. Our stay was everything we hoped for --- ripe bananas at the door, lime trees a few steps away from the porch, and flowers galore. Has a lovely view of the ocean through swaying palm and banana trees. This is NOT a Sheraton Hotel experience. If that is what you are looking for, then this is not for you. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and were sad to leave. Would recommend this Ohana to anyone looking for a cottage rental!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.

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• Lovely Hideaway

  Lovely Hideaway

  • Guest Marty
  • Date of stay 12/15/12
  • Review Submitted 01/12/13
  We absolutely LOVED the Cottage!! It was the Perfect Place in the Perfect Spot and had the Perfect Climate. It had EVERYTHING we could have possibly needed for the month, from plenty of beach supplies to every kitchen appliance to a comfy bed and to the ever important duct tape and everything in between!!!! It was also spotless, which we really appreciated. It was amazing to be able to walk out your door and have so many varieties of fruit at your fingertips. We had homemade guacamole almost every day and I made banana nut bread with the Bananas and mac nuts from the property!!!!! The Cottage was centrally located on the Island. We took day trips to almost every part of it. We will definitely return to the Big Island and we will definitely stay at the Cottage again!! Beth was wonderful to work with. She answered every question (and I had a lot) and supplied us with info we had not even thought of. You can safely say We Loved It!!! Thank you, Beth!

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• Good morning Coffee, Chickens!

  Good morning Coffee, Chickens!

  • Guest Greg
  • Date of stay 08/10/12
  • Review Submitted 08/28/12
  Bet's cottage is a lovely, sweet, one-of-a-kind experience for the happy traveler who wants to go a little local. Barely a mile off the main highway, down a 1 lane road filled with coffee plantations, chickens, quail and the kind of people who love to live here, her cottage is a comfortable oasis. The bed is great, the space open and inviting; the bathroom works perfectly well; and the hospitality is wonderful. You enter onto the screened in porch which also houses the kitchen. To the west is your ocean view - as you are about a mile up the hill. You look down into the tropical garden and know you're in paradise. The chickens serenade you with a morning song, other birds too. A mile off the beaten path, yet further yet. The garden ls lush and inviting. And Beth supplies plenty of bug spray, as the critters do like to bite. But who cares: with enough OFF! to battle an army, bugs are but a minor worry. I plan to come here again. Thanks Beth!!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: We are delighted that you had such a wonderful time. You are welcome to come back and visit us any time. Mahalo! Beth

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• Refuge in Paradise

  Refuge in Paradise

  • Guest Steve
  • Date of stay 05/11/12
  • Review Submitted 05/15/12
  All as advertised. Lovely quiet spot, like being in the middle of a jungle with fresh fruit trees and coffee bushes all around. Clean, spacious feeling like a high roofed Mother-in-Law house. Everything works in this clean, nicely decorated refuge. Would love to come and stay longer, but it was a great conclusion to our trip after a busy time on Maui. No room service? We did not even use the radio or TV, just enjoyed the Oceanview with our morning coffee and fruit.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• Very Tropical Great Location

  Very Tropical Great Location

  • Guest Bob
  • Date of stay 04/12/12
  • Review Submitted 04/26/12
  We had a great stay at the Rainbow Ohana Guesthouse. It is perfect for a romantic get away for two. Not enough room for 4 adults but would work for 2 adults with up to two kids. Particularily enjoyed all the tropical plants (both fruit and otherwise) that surrounded the cabin. Lots of birds, geckos and views over the water. The location was very central for what we wanted to do which revolved mostly around snorkeling. All the top spots are a short drive. Don't panic as you come down the access road which has some terrifyingly dumpy residents on the way in. It only gets better towards the end. The cabin was as advertised, clean and everything worked perfectly. Really good value and I would highly reccommend it.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.

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• I Don't Want To Leave!!

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  I Don't Want To Leave!!

  • Guest Gailn
  • Date of stay 07/25/09
  • Review Submitted 03/12/12
  Aloha & Mahalo Beth, You are so fortunate to live here (even just sometimes)!! Your Ohana is so comfortable and welcoming - so many amenities besides, of course, the view and 'food' tress. We went snorkeling at two-step beach near the Place Of Refuge and on to the Green Sand Beach - quite a 4-wheel drive adventure - really requires a jeep - terrible road. We went into Kailua for a wonderful Thai dinner. I sleep so well here!! I don't ever want to leave! Again Mahalo!

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• Lovely Guest House

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  Lovely Guest House

  • Guest Brandt, Germany
  • Date of stay 10/12/10
  • Review Submitted 03/12/12
  We spent our holidays here for the Ironman World Championship. It was a wonderful time on the Big Island and in this lovely guest house. The weather was fine, a very nice competition with a very good result and an amazing atmosphere. Would like to return in a couple of years to this location for another event.

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• What a Wonderful Time!

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  What a Wonderful Time!

  • Guest Martin & Sveta, Fairbanks AK
  • Date of stay 01/03/11
  • Review Submitted 03/12/12
  We had a wonderful time staying at Rainbow Ohana Cottage!! What a contrast to Alaska in winter...

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• A Welcome Relief

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  A Welcome Relief

  • Guest Orvar & Lanni, Issaquah, WA
  • Date of stay 03/12/11
  • Review Submitted 03/12/12
  We survived the tsunami that hit while we were in Puna. We evacuated and spent the night in our car on the slopes of Mauna Loa near the Kilauea Volcano. It was a welcome relief to arrive at Rainbow House. We enjoyed ourselves and look forward to returning soon!

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• A Special Place

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  A Special Place

  • Guest Milt & Marie, CA
  • Date of stay 12/13/10
  • Review Submitted 03/12/12
  We found a special place when we found your cottage in the tress...very comfortable but especially enjoyed staying right here eating and relaxing overlooking your garden! And sunsets over the ocean. Mahalo Jeri, you had everything nice, clean and ready for us to enjoy!

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April-November: $105/night .. $680/week .. $1950/month
December-March: $110/night .. $720/week .. $2100/month
One time cleaning fee $125-$175, depending on group size
plus Hawaii taxes (13.42%)
OCTOBER SPECIAL  $89/night plus cleaning fee and
Hawaii taxes (13.42%)

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.