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Accommodations: three house buildings- one bedroom, one and a half bath, kitchen/dining, living pavilion (sleeps two to four).
This beautiful compound features Asian-style structures connected by spacious lanais nestled among
native trees and lichen-crusted old flow lava, with extensive tropical landscaping and a Japanese koi pond
and waterfall.
The three acre property has been sensitively developed with minimum disturbance of the natural topography. The buildings and gardens are shielded from street view by lava ridges, creating a quiet and intimate environment.."Its like a world within a world" said one guest.
The three buildings comprise: the 320 square foot master bedroom with cathedral ceiling, queen bed, bathroom, walk-in closet and private deck, the 340 square foot kitchen/dining room, with gas range, dishwasher, bathroom and shower, washer/dryer, opens onto large deck connecting with bedroom, 250 square foot living pavilion with eight lovered panels in all four walls which may be folded back for open-air ambience, or closed to provide privacy.
This room may be used for additional sleeping space (queen airbed provided). All buildings feature open beams, ceiling fans, and spacious views.
A pathway leads to the top of the property, with a sitting/viewing deck with panoramic ocean and
shoreline views.
The living pavilion overlooks a canyon created by a collapsed lava tube, with a hidden cave that has been
turned into a living space occupied by caretaker/gardener/guitar maker Stephen Smith and his dog Sophy.
The location near the southern tip is ideal for sightseeing both sides of the Big Island. Driving north on Kona side: 30 minutes to Ho'okena beach (closer beaches access 4wd or hike) with good snorkeling, frequent dolphins, 40 min to Honaunau with great snorkeling and City of Refuge historical park and restored ancient Hawaiian compound, 45 minutes to Kealekekua Bay, with kayaking and da kine snorkeling, one hour to Kailua-kona for restaurants and tourist glitz, one hour and 15 minutes to Kona airport, further north to white sand beaches of Kohala. Driving north on Hilo side: 30 min to Punulu'u blk sand beach, 1 hr to Volcanoes Natl Park with hiking and lava viewing, 1.5 hrs to Hilo (old-time charm and a great fish and farmer's market),
further north to waterfalls, hikes, plantation villages, etc.. Ead what guests have said: "Coming back from each day's sightseeing is like returning to a retreat..a great environment for both relaxation and inner
exploration." -Birgit, Germany "Every plant, every stone is placed so that, as you
walk around, you feel like you're in a meditation." -Julia, Germany.
Amazing geological formations, enhanced by an artist's touch and a green thumb..every detail reflects grace and attention..a very special and unique environment." -Russ, USA " The elegant garden is contemplative and exotic, the interiors a restful blend of Southwest and Island styles...delightful integration of indoor and outdoor living."-Pat, USA.
"Dis place got da kine feng shui!" -braddaji, HI |
