Location: Holualoa, Kona Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (15-Minute Drive from Kailua-Kona, HI on Slopes of Hualalai)
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Keywords: Cottage
Snell Kona Coffee Farm is located on the historic Mamalahoa Highway in the Kona Coffee Belt area.
The one-acre coffee orchard of four hundred trees surrounds two beautiful custom designed and built homes; the main house and a cottage.
The farm is 1200 feet above sea-level on the slopes of Hualalai Volcano (dormant) with breath-taking views of Kona and the vast Pacific Ocean. The Cottage has a spacious covered lanai and sliding glass doors that open completely to the out doors; bringing the “outside inside.”.
The property is terraced with lava rock, landscaped with a variety of tropical plants and very private. The Cottage has a gas-fired barbeque.
The homes were designed by renown Seattle architect, Chris Snell. The architecture mimics traditional Hawaiian hale (homes) and Japanese farm houses.
The building materials are unique to the Kona-area. He incorporated lava rock walls, hand milled Ohia trees for posts, framing and paneling. The homes are constructed by the best carpenters and craftsmen on island.
The doors and cabinet work are teak and the cottage has a copper roof that was formed to replicate the corrugated tin roofs seen on old coffee shacks. The homes are exquisite in every detail.
This a working farm and during coffee harvest from September to December, you can watch coffee picking and processing on the farm. The pickers will not disturbe your serentiy. It takes 2-4 hours to hand pick the coffee. They pick about every six weeks during harvest-time.
Snell Kona Coffee Farm is only a ten minute drive down the mountain to Kona Town for shopping, and beautiful white sand beaches for swimming and snorkeling. Holualoa is a quaint town located 3 miles south of the farm.
The town is an artist-community and home to numerous art galleries. Mamalahoa Highway is a historic road, the High Road, and runs through the heart of Kona Coffee Belt with many fascinating towns, galleries, farms and historical sites.
Cottage:
The Cottage is uphill from the main house and surrounded by coffee trees, palms, and avocado trees for added privacy.
The architecture includes lava rock walls, hand milled Ohia trees for posts and boards for paneling, and woven lauhala panels. The vaulted ceilings is open to the copper roof exposing Ohia wood rafters and purlins.
The floor plan is a studio with one bath and walk in closet. The west facing sliders open to a covered lanai. A teak table, four chairs and a gas barbeque provide for fine outdoor dining.
The cozy kitchen has a Subzero two drawer refrigerator, deep sink, microwave, toaster, coffee pot, range, tea kettle, cook ware and utensils.
The bathroom shower is unique because it opens to the outdoors with a view of the jungle.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : Reserved parking area adjacent to the cottage.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : Fold out futon for children.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Sub Zero refrigerator under the counter.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Lanai : Teak table and 4 chairs on the lanai for outdoor dining.
- View/Location
- Ocean View : Peek a boo view of ocean through the coffe trees.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Old Hawaii archeology and historical sites, Coffee Farm Tours, Volcano National Park, Whale and dolphin watching
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$90/night for 2 guests; child + $40 per night
Damage deposit - $200
$80 cleaning fee
3 night minimum
Tax included
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1999
I enjoy farming Kona Coffee, swimming in the ocean and learning about "old Hawaii."
Why the Owner Chose Holualoa
The cottage is a 10-minute drive down the mountain to Kailua-Kona for shopping and beautiful white sand beaches for swimming and snorkeling. Holualoa is a quaint town located 3 miles south of the farm. It is an artists' community and features numerous galleries. Mamalahoa Highway is an historic road and runs through the heart of Kona Coffee Belt with many fascinating towns, galleries, farms and historical sites.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
The cottage is uphill from the main house and surrounded by coffee trees, palm trees, avocado and other fruit trees for privacy. The quiet beauty of the surrounding jungle; the tropical song birds and the verdant coffee orchard imbue health and serenity.
Property Photos
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- Cottage, coffee trees and tropical gardens - Holualoa, Kona Coast, HI Cottage with Ocean View, close to Beaches and Shopping
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- TV viewing area with Lava rock wall and armoire - Holualoa, Kona Coast, HI Cottage with Ocean View, close to Beaches and Shopping
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- The Kiten has a view of the jungle and coffee trees. - Holualoa, Kona Coast, HI Cottage with Ocean View, close to Beaches and Shopping
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- Queen Bed- beautiful hardwood paneling-luxury
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- Location Map - the Kona Coffee Farming Belt
Traveler Reviews (6)
Magical cottage
Guest: Susan and Jim
(Kent, Washington)
Date of Stay: 04/06/11
Review Submitted: 04/20/11
Our stay at your lovely cottage could not have been better. We enjoyed all the comfort and beautiful details. I loved the enormous windows that opened up the entire wall to the outdoors, the cool breezes and the beautiful gardens. What a magical place! We would definitely return.
Owner response:Thenk you for your kind message. I agree the farm provides serenity and healing in Paradise.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+.
A slice of paradise
Guest: K&F
(Boulder, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 01/08/11
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
We just completed our week exploring the incomparable island of Hawaii from the Snell cottage. At the end of each day, after enjoying the diverse environments of the island, it is difficult to adequately describe the peace and relaxation of anticipating our afternoon and evening at the cottage. We have rarely encountered a holiday in which the room became as important in our stay as the surrounding scenery, but this is your treat in this location. Add in the tropical fruit, the exotic chickens (that's Hawaii), and the friendly but also completely non-intrusive host, and this is paradise fulfilled. Thank you for the lovely stay.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
incredible place!
Guest: Sky's mom
(Carmel Valley, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10
Review Submitted: 10/27/10
We LOVED staying at the Snell coffee cottage. It was totally our style. Warm, lush, tropical setting, private and beautifully designed in every aspect. A pleasant escape from the sticky heat of Kona, yet only a short drive from town for shops, restaurants and beaches. We felt like we were in Costa Rica- parrots flying overhead, avocados falling from the trees, roosters crowing, afternoon downpours enjoyed from the covered lanai on those fabulous loungers. Even when you're inside it feels like you're're outside- those incredible sliding doors that make the house feel much larger than it is. Nice high ceilings, beautiful construction, stonework, copper hardware and clean little touches everywhere- down to the cool coffee cups. Our 2-year old son loved it too- wandering around the garden, playing on the lanai. We used one of the fold-out sleeping pads for him, and it worked great. Our only recommendations- a good reading light would be nice by the bedside table, and the shower curtain hardware was kind of a pain- It kept getting stuck and falling off. But those are not biggies. We loved your place and would totally recommend it for EVERYONE!!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fabulous Hideaway
Guest: BinsterHound
(Everett, WA)
Date of Stay: 02/07/10
Review Submitted: 04/10/10
My husband and I absolutely loved this special retreat....we felt like it was our own litle hideaway. The cottage was very clean and comfortable and it was so very peaceful......when the roosters weren't crowing in the early morning. Our only complaint was the lighting was not bright enough for our older eyes....but a small price to pay for the quiet solitude. We also liked being out of town and yet close enough to go everywhere we wanted to go. Fabulous meals at the Holualoa Cafe and friendly people at the coffee house. We will definitely return to this place!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/26/09
Review Submitted: 12/26/09
The photos do not do this cottage justice. It is spacious, clean and beautiful. The location is nice with easy access into town and the beach without being in the thick of noise and traffic. We loved picking fruit and eating out on the lanai. Hope to return sometime.
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Guest: Greg44
(Sacrameto, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/23/09
Review Submitted: 06/23/09
What an awesome place! I really enjoyed staying there and so did my 9 year old son, Ellison. We loved the jungle sounds, the garden, the fruit trees, and the whole feel of the cottage. I wish I could have stayed longer. I will definitely recommend it to my friends and family (already have) and would like to try and get back next year sometime. Mahalo! My compliments to you and your husband on the architecture, construction and furnishings - it was the best place I have ever stayed on vacation. I really like the low impact aspects, too (am an environmental engineer - water resources). Thank you for allowing me to share some of your special place.
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