Mo Snell's Kona Coffee Farm is located on the historic Mamalahoa Highway on the Kona Coffee Belt.
The half-acre coffee orchard of two hundred trees surrounds two beautiful custom designed and built structures: the one bedroom farm house and a studio. The studio is not available for rent.
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 higher elevation is cooler than beach side and is welcome after a day in the sun and surf. The farm is above the hustle and bustle of Kona town.
The farm house has a spacious covered lanai and sliding teak/ glass doors between the living room and lanai that open completely onto the lanai with unobstructed 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean. A 4 foot deep salt water lap pool adjoins the lanai. It’s 30 ft long and is not heated. On cloudy days the water will be cool.
The property is terraced with lava rock, landscaped with a variety of tropical plants and very private.
The home was 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 framing and paneling. The home is constructed by the best carpenters and craftsmen on island.
The farm house is built of hand milled Ohia wood. The slider doors are teak. The kitchen cabinets are bamboo with black granite counters. The roof is galvanized metal and exposed on the interior of the home. The roof replicates the corrugated tin roofs seen on old coffee shacks. The home is exquisite in every detail. The bed room looks over the lap pool into the coffee orchard. There is a ceiling fan. The large west facing window/wall looks out over the pool and vista.
The farm is completely organic: no pesticides, nor herbicides are used. It is surrounded by jungle plants and therefore ants can hatch suddenly. We eradicate them organically upon notice .
The property is maintained by a gardener and pool services two days per month.
The property 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 of Holualoa 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.
Looking for Kona up-country experience, then my farm is for you. This is an agricultural area. surrounded by jungle. You will hear frogs, chickens, roosters, an occasional wild hog, and tropical birds. The architecture is open and designed to blend outdoors and indoors. If you are sensitive sleeper, consider another property or bring ear plugs.
The house is screened in above the sliding windows for a very open experience.
A studio cottage is also located on the property. It's not for rent. I stay in the cottage from time to time. Beware: I do not advertise on Craig's List. Someone has copied my VRBO posting and listed it on Craig's list-Not legitimate.
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Remove all rubbish, food waste and discards from house on check out and place in bins located behind the cottage.
Turn off all electric fans and lights when out of the home. Conserve energy.
No Smoking
Important information
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Property Registration Number TA-071-312-1792-01, GE-071-312-1792-01, 750020190002
Property # 280051vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties unless prior permission in writing.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Holualoa
Holualoa is home to this holiday home. Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument and Hulihee Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course and Kailua-Kona Wharf. Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm and Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cave exploring nearby.
UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
Kailua Pier - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
Magic Sands Beach - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - 9 min drive
Fireart Cuisine - 9 min drive
Kona Coffee & Tea - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House on 4 Jun 2026 start from £471, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mo Snell's Coffee Farm House located?
Situated in Holualoa, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm, Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate. Ipu Hale Gallery is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property is stunning. The birds and frogs serenade you day and evening, and the neighbor’s dog had some input as well. We loved watching all the different birds that came to visit including Common Myna, Yellow Finch, Northern Cardinal, and Red Junglefowl.The owner was very easy to communicate with as well. I would rent this property again.
What an incredible place! We have never stayed in a location or property that provided more comfort or privacy. the sliding doors and screen on the back side of the house are so nice! We slept with the screen panel closed and glass panel open. We loved the sounds of all the frogs and birds. Felt like a jungle retreat. The architecture and finishes of the house are what you'd see in a multi-million dollar mansion. I hope we get to stay there again!
The house was absolutely beautiful. The garden made me jealous. The nightly lullaby from the local frogs and birds made this place even more heavenly. Just an overall great place to stay.
Beautiful, tranquil, romantic, calm, yet close to all essentials! It was so pleasant to return to the cooler weather after a day at the beach. The views are magnificent, the architecture is unique and all the essentials are thoughtfully stocked. We loved the bird sounds. This property made our vacation truly memorable.
Words cannot truly express how beautiful this property is. The pictures are true reflections but still do not capture the beauty of Mo’s gardens which surround the home. We have travelled to every Caribbean Island, Iceland and most of Europe. This rental is one of our top 5. We rate it as #1 for the unique design of the home, the views and the gardens. You feel like you are literally living outdoors. There is a triangle window above the TV. We lay in bed looking up and saw the full moon and watched as clouds floated by. The entire home has windows with doors that slide all around. There were so many birds that came to drink from the edge of the infinity pool. You’ll hear and see the rooster all day and watch him strut around with his hens. This home is definitely for nature lovers. It high in coffee country but an easy drive into town which you can see below you. Driving to Waimea is a must. It’s 36 miles and a drive that shows another one of the micro climates of the Big Island. It’s cowboy country! Dry grasses and wild goats all along. The farmers market on Sat is the best! There are actually 2. When you reach the main road from Mo’s you turn left to go into town. You turn left to Waimea. The elevation had brief showers most nights. The sound on the copper roof lulled us to sleep. It was chilly in the morning but warmed quickly. We did not have any bugs. There was one green anole with half a tail that we saw several times. I’m sure it hadn’t run fast enough from the cat!
This was the most magical perfect place we could have asked for. We loved everything about this place. The bed was super comfortable, the views were out of this world and the host was very welcoming and helpful.
We loved everything about this place. It was very clean, we immediately felt comfortable here. Owner was so nice and welcoming. We especially enjoyed the private pool and beautiful sunsets. The view overlooking Kona and the Pacific Ocean was amazing. Will definitely not hesitate to book this place again!
Private location but close to activities. Amazing place with everything you need.
Bridget J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff G.
26 Sept 2018
This is an excellent place to relax, take in the views or cool off in the pool
This is a very relaxing property and allows you to get a little quiet time away from the busy town below. The accommodations for us as a couple were perfect. The views along with the pool really make this a great place to stay. Definitely would stay here again.
Jeff G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
I’m happy you enjoyed your visit. I love the 180 degree view from the deck of the coastline and Pacific Ocean.
This home makes for a really special stay. It’s not just a place in the hills of Kona with a great view. Learning more about it and its history during our stay made my wife and I appreciate our opportunity to stay there. We hope to stay here again someday.
This place was incredible. Everything was as advertised, check in / out was super easy. The location was awesome, far enough away to be an escape but easy assess to everything that we wanted to do on the island. 10/10. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Christopher F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Mo Snell
I enjoy farming Kona Coffee, swimming in the ocean and learning about 'old Hawaii.'
Why they chose this property
The farm is a 15 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 art galleries. Mamalahoa Highway is an historice road and runs through the heart of the Kona Coffee Belt with many fascinating towns, galleries, farms and historical sites.
What makes this property unique
The farm house is 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.
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