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Craftsman Cottage on 6 forested acres

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Well stocked for your beach adventures
wood stove for those cooler nights
Dining space

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Kailua Kona, HI
  • Place, Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Craftsman Cottage on 6 forested acres

This 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage is located at the bottom of a 6 acre parcel in the middle of the forest. The master bedroom has a king size bed, the second room has a Queen bed and there is a trundle bed in the living room. The ceilings are open beam cedar, the floors are bamboo and stone and the cottage has many custom details. The bathroom has a large custom walk in shower. Outside there is a covered lanai with a nice table and seating as well as an outdoor soaking tub surrounded by flower gardens and forest. Private and secluded but 10 minute drive to the beach 15 into Kona town

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GE-015-506-2272-01, TA-015-506-2272-01
Property # 437994vb
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
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Kailua-Kona is home to this cottage. Kailua Pier is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kahalu'u Beach Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kailua Pier - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 22 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 24 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 29 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pine Tree Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fireart Cuisine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Craftsman Cottage on 6 forested acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Craftsman Cottage on 6 forested acres ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Craftsman Cottage on 6 forested acres ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Craftsman Cottage on 6 forested acres ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Craftsman Cottage on 6 forested acres located?

Situated in Kailua-Kona, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Lyman Kona Coffee Farms and Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great retreat from the crowds and higher temperatures, yet you're only a few minutes to some beautiful beaches and the airport!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

G. Dennis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect stay

Exceptional in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Lovely! We really enjoyed our time here, and the hosts were friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quentin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Stay outside Kona

Loved this place - was quiet, secluded, and safe, and nearly 3000' above Kona. Good communication - would definitely stay here again. Looks for the signs to Ohia Rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great spot to relax

Exactly as advertised. This is a great spot for anyone looking for a secluded and beautiful location to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cloud Forest Retreat

Relaxing and quiet setting in a beautiful cottage surrounded by nature. The rooms are comfortable and clean. Cool temperatures at this elevation make for great sleeping!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage in Cloud Forest

Very nice two bedroom house about 15 minutes up the mountain from town. Great place to get away from the crowds but still close to the beach. Comes with very friendly cat which we loved to have around after ling days hiking and beaching. Definitely need a car.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kona

Beautiful home, well crafted.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved it

The home was a perfect fit for us. It had all the extras we needed plus more. Amazing tropical setting with a cozy, homey feel!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in beautiful spot

Peaceful, charming house in the cloud forest, nestled in the lush greenery. Close to bustle of Kona, up a steep hill. About 3 minutes from a coffee farm with free tours. Perfect for our family of 3.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Value

Spacious property with privacy, parking, and lots of greenery. Well maintained, clean, and stocked. Recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kaloko home away from home gem

We just got home from a week long stay at the Foster Ohia Rental Home. This was our first trip not staying with family locally, so finding this home nearby was perfect. The home was so comfy and included everything you’d need to make your stay enjoyable. It was private and excluded and we already miss going to sleep to the sound of the coquis and waking up to the chirping birds of the forest. Staying up on the hill was much more enjoyable and offered a nice reprieve from the Kona heat. Also loved that the house was very accessible for our youngest who is disabled. 10/10 recommend! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February Kona Stay

The house was just as advertised. Beautiful location, even though the master house is just a short distance away, we had plenty of privacy. Sounds of frogs at night and birds in the daytime were refreshing. Very pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely prefect

All I can say is wow. This cottage was so cute and prefect for my husband and I. We felt like we were in our home away from home. Kathryn was very responsive and very helpful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fidelis O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway from crowds and noise. Relax to bird sounds during the day and frogs at night. The vegetation is very lush in the cloud forest and it is frequently misty/drizzling. The temperature is 15-20 degrees cooler than at the beach.The house is very cozy and has everything you will need. They have coolers, insulated bottles, beach chairs, floaties, grill, etc all available for use. Beautiful woodwork and landscaping to admire. The whole house dehumidifier keeps everything comfortable.I am already thinking of coming back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT W.

Cool and tropical

Beautiful location. Temperature was 15 - 20 degrees cooler than at the beach. Lovely sleeping at 65 degrees. Great trails from house into cloud forest. Private and quiet. Bill and Kathy were great with good tips on diving and beaches.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
It was really nice meeting you and your family, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will visit us again. with aloha Kathryn and Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Stay in Kona

So many exceptional details…Cool elevation, quiet surroundings, comfortable and accessible house, and the complete kitchen. A photographer’s dream landscape! We recommend a visit to the nearby Cloud Forest Sanctuary for a 90-minute educational hike. Wonderful opportunities abound. We love the louse, the location, and the feel-at-home environment. Mahalo nui loa! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay! I’m sorry we never met, I hope you visit us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ceradwen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful forest retreat

This cottage was just want we wanted, a quiet retreat in a rainforest. You could hear birds in the trees all day and frogs at night. We loved hanging out on the covered deck which was nice when it was raining. The hosts had everything we needed, lists of gear for kids and the beach. We will definitely be back with our kid sometime. Hosts were super helpful when google maps gave us incorrect directions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just the best!

Spent 5 days here away from the fray of Kailua Kona, in this wonderful setting. House beautiful, wonderful hardwood everywhere, kitchen well stocked, all manner of beach equipment like chairs, towels, snorkeling stuff. Close to the wonderful Kona Cloud sanctuary, highly recommend doing one of their tours. Mountain thunder coffee also close, interesting short tour. Kathryn and Bill great. Can’t recommend highly enough. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we were looking for!

This property is located in the rain forest close to Kona town. Beautiful, lush forest so peaceful and quiet. Bill & Kathy were great hosts! On our last morning, Kathy brought down a Jackson Chameleon for our 11 year old grandson to see. He was crossing the driveway! We watched him change colors as he slowly disappeared in the lush gardens. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mirelys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It’s an amazing property, beautiful and quiet. The house is dotted with gorgeous local culture decor. Bill and Kathy are incredibly kind, responsive, and informative. They provide everything you need, from a full functioning kitchen and washer/dryer unit, to two bedrooms and a loft with extra pillows and blankets. Not recommended if you don’t like narrow, partly unpaved roads to get there. Also, it gets DARK at night, that’s the nature of the island, so be careful driving in and out. Overall, it was an absolutely amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rainforest retreat

Fly into Kona and glance up at the mountain - you'll be about halfway up there, shortly. The cottage is nicely secluded and quite private. The hosts could not have been nicer, and you'll likely meet their chickens, sweet dog, and "patrol" cat. The cat came by every day to see what we were up to - he's friendly but indifferent - you know: a cat! Everything on the VRBO site was according to Hoyle, no surprises. Listening to the frogs at night was just amazing. We are just two adults but the place can accommodate a family or even two couples easily. Would stay there again, and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Frogs and Flowers

The stay here was awesome. The cabin was actually nicer than the photos represent. Very clean and tidy. The owners are nearby but the the vegetation is so thick you wouldn’t know it. Beautiful surroundings! It is worth noting that your gps will get you almost there. Make sure you have the owners phone number to guide you in. Expect rain almost every day but you are typically 10 minutes away from clear skies and 15 to 20 degrees warmer. Nice place I would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Craftsman Cottage Stay

Absolutely OUTSTANDING in all respects! The property is lovely in the cloud forest. The house is extremely clean and well maintained, especially for the environment. Kathryn was excellent and brought fresh eggs for us to enjoy. That being said; first night - Coqui Frogs were a bit hard to handle. Wife was ready to pull a "My Cousin Vinny", except we didn't have a hand gun. By the last night she was actually in love with the forest sounds and misses them at night. We truly hope we are blessed enough to visit Kathryn and Bill in the future and stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not clean and cluttered

The driveway to the Cabin is just lovely. The cabin looks good. A beautiful place. The cabin is very nice built. Once we tried to unpack the problems started. No place to put your clothes in the master bedroom so we lived out of our suitcases. There is a closet, it had stuff including a someone's swimsuit in it. Every flat surface had knickknacks on them so again no real place to unpack. The bedding in the master was threadbare. Towels were good. The kitchen counter was full except one small cutting board to prepare food. The stove hood was greasy. As was the top of the fridge. We cleaned them both. Lots of coffee cups but only a few mismatched drinking glasses. The skylight was mostly covered in green and the inside had cobwebs. We left after only 2 nights because it was just uncomfortable. We owe a Vacation home that we rent out. What I've leaned is less is more (except in kitchen plates, flatware, utensils and towels. Over decorating is just too much. Give your guest room to spread out. Hire a cleaning company to do the deep cleaning if you don't want to do it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn and Bill Foster

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Bill is a licensed General Building Contractor, and I am a licensed Realtor in the state of Hawaii. We designed and built the houses on our property, and have decided to make this our final home. During our 20 years here we have lived in Waikoloa Village, moved to Kona and continued to move to higher elevations preferring the cool climate of the higher elevations. If it is your dream to live in Hawaii we can help make that a reality.

Why they chose this property

Get a unique Hawaii experience. Wake to the sounds of birds, hike through the forest of Ohia, Koa and Hapu Ferns, and pick wild Lilikoi.

What makes this property unique

Tucked into the fern forest, ideal for hiking, bird watching and photography. If you find the heat in town a bit much for you, this is the ideal location. The Big Island is known for it's world class fishing and active volcano.

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