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Family-Friendly Ocean View Cottage with Spa on 10 acre private estate

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hawi, HI
  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • ATV Outfitters
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Kohala Historical Sites State Monument
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Upolu Point, HI (UPP-Upolu)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

queen

1 Queen Bed

Queen Loft

1 Queen Bed

Sofa Bed

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family-Friendly Ocean View Cottage with Spa on 10 acre private estate

This custom-built, well appointed ocean view 1000 square foot cottage with outdoor spa is on a lush 10 acre private estate, botanical sanctuary and organic farm. Located in historic Hawi on the Big Island of Hawaii, this lovely space can sleep up to 4 people. The bedroom and loft each have a queen bed. The great room with cathedral ceiling has a well equipped kitchen, dining and living room area. The large bathroom has granite tiled floors and counters, a shower, bath tub and washer and dryer. Tropical and fragrant hardwoods were used throughout the cottage. There is WiFi. A back lanai (patio) overlooks the beautiful gardens and orchards.

We are in the country...very rural, peaceful and quiet with the historic village of Hawi within walking distance. This quaint and lively village has many excellent restaurants, art galleries, local shops, a popular coffee shop and live music for your enjoyment. Ocean swimming is just 10 minutes away and world class beaches, resorts, and golf just 30 minutes away. Nearby there are numerous hikes to, sea cliffs, rain forests and some waterfalls.
Our Hawaii state tax number is 043-886-7968-01

Start the day with breakfast on the lanai, listening to the birds singing and the wind rustling through the trees. And end your day on the lanai with your favorite beverage, watching the the sunset colors light up the passing clouds. You can prepare and enjoy your meals with the fresh, organic produce from the garden prepared in the fully-equipped kitchen. Feel at home in this attractive, comfortable space!

We are happy to offer a complimentary tour of the estate grounds, gardens, and forests. We offer for sale farm fresh organic produce, on-site massage, yoga classes, spa treatments, guided adventures and cheffing.

Property manager

Richard Liebmann

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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

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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number GE-043-886-7968-01, TA-043-886-7968-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hawi

Located in Hawi, this cottage is in a rural area. Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden and Kahilu Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kamehameha Statue and Kohala Historical Sites State Monument. Big Island Eco Adventures 2 and Pua Mau Place Arboretum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hawi, HI

What's nearby

  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2 - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kamehameha Park - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • ATV Outfitters - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kohala Historical Sites State Monument - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Mookini Heiau - 15 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kings View Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gill's Lanai - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kohala Coffee Mill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Ocean View Cottage with Spa on 10 acre private estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Ocean View Cottage with Spa on 10 acre private estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Ocean View Cottage with Spa on 10 acre private estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Ocean View Cottage with Spa on 10 acre private estate located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Big Island Eco Adventures 2 and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Kamehameha Park. Kenjis House and Kamehameha Statue are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Setting, fresh fruit from property, solitude, owners
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Bellingham, Washington

Peaceful
This is my 4th time staying here. While I don't take advantage of all this place has to offer; I love everything about it. I like being away from the touristy part of the island. I like waking up to the sound of chickens. It is private when you want it but you can find conversation with Richard if you want it.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Nice place in beautiful country
It was very relaxing to be at such a nice farm. Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Sequim

Delightfully quiet
This little studio ohana is perfect for the couple who wishes to enjoy the quiet and beautiful setting. Within easy walking distance of Hawi, yet in this middle of an organic farm. The dog, cats and chickens all came to visit at one time or another. Great location for all those north end activities you want to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Great proximity to Hawi town on a beautiful piece of land!
This was a great stay! Richard and Natalie were great hosts! Aloha!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Gina P.

Peaceful, beautiful farm
My girls and I will never forget our stay on this beautiful farm. The fruits and vegetables were amazing. Lyla’s hospitality was top notch. If we needed anything we had it. I was privileged to receive an amazing massage on the porch of the master house looking out onto the sea and Maui. Hawi is a artsy, quante, delicious town. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kendall R.

Relaxing and Fun for Animal Lovers
Our two young children (ages 4 and 5) and us loved our several days in Hawi. The cottage is well set up and was clean. As parents, we enjoyed relaxing on the patio while our kids played on huge grass lawn next to the cottage. We enjoyed the owner's dog visiting us as well as one of the cats. We loved feeding the chickens our food scraps. The hosts are beautiful people who were very accommodating and friendly. Hawi is one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii and this landscaped organic farm did not disappoint.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katherine (Kathy) H.

Sweet guest house on a cool Hawi farm!
We had a lovely stay in this really sweet guest house. We found it easy enough thanks to the purple banner marking the driveway entrance. Richard was there to great us and show us where we were staying. He was friendly and engaging. He has lots of knowledge about lots of things! We had everything we needed for our four day stay -- kitchen, shower, laundry, comfortable bed. The dog and the chickens were an added charm. Absolutely loved having my morning coffee outside on the patio over looking so many tropical trees and plants! We recommend this property without hesitation. Hope we get to go back someday. Mahalo!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Clean, quiet, peaceful and relaxing.
My husband and I stayed with our six-year-old. I loved being close to the eclectic little town of Hawi but not having any noise from traffic. It was peaceful sleeping with a breeze through the screens and quiet chirping night sounds outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elbridge W., Cave Creek, AZ

Richard and Natalie are great hosts.
Very nice property in a very private setting. Orchard and farm are very nice.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Meredith T.

Best Retreat
This cottage is so special for us. We love driving up on the property and staying in such a wonderful place owned by the best folks. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Relaxing and private studio
Stayed here for 3 nights in mid May. The sanctuary the studio is on is beautiful and peaceful, there are a number of animals to check out and a friendly dog. After leaving the airport at around 9:30 PM it was a bit tricky to find the studio in the dark, there could have been more of a description on how to find it (or maybe there was but it was lost in a sea of emails). It was often windy and rained out of the blue quite often, but that didn't negatively impact the visit. The studio has all the amenities you might need and I found the bed to be comfortable. The rustling trees in the wind was very relaxing to relax and sleep to. It is possible to walk to town but your shoes might get a little muddy on the way. Overall it was a great experience here, and the town of Hawi was nice as well. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable, clean, and convenient!
Beautiful farm , very well maintained, short walk into Hawi.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda W., Castor

Perfect!
We LOVED our stay in Hawi! So peaceful and beautiful, it was a lovely home to come home to every day and a wonderful place to explore when we were home. Natalie and Richard were great hosts, the cottage was perfect, the lanai wonderful to relax on, and Kahu and the chickens were great company!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dennis E.

Garden really is a lovely sanctuary
We had a wonderful stay in Richard and Natalie's beautiful cottage. They have truly created a garden sanctuary... the grounds feel lovingly cared for, and we felt nurtured in every way by our time there, from the very comfy bed to fresh garden bok choy. We look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

kalea m., bella coola, bc

Photos were not as they appear
It was a nice blend of nature in a quaint location, however our booking was unregistered and the room was not ready on our late arrival. Jonathan, Richard and his wife were very accommodating. There were few rodents that kept us up at night. Kavu the dog brightened our spirits.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan B., Hawaii

Peace and Happiness in the lap of Mother Earth
We got a chance to view and learn about the workings of a small organic farm and the dedicated youth that end and nurture the many varieties of plants. We were greeted by Kahu the fetch maniac every day and night and vistied by friendly chickens looking for scraps. Easy to relax and unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

Inspiring intro to the Big Island
Hi Richard and Natalie, We returned home on February 23 after two more weeks on the island after leaving your place. Your farm/sanctuary was a most welcoming landing for the first part of our full-circle tour of the Big Island. The cottage was really comfortable. We loved making good meals and relaxing on the lanai and enjoying all the fruit. The cottage is well-equipped and we took full advantage to prepare fine meals from local fish and your veggies. The quiet beauty of your farm gave us things to explore that were as good as other places on the island. We were inspired as we explored your property, seeing all the good care you have given this land that you have nurtured so well, and that is producing so many food and medicinal plants. It added to the wonderful atmosphere for enjoyment. Your hospitality for the barbecue was delicious and gave us additional opportunity to meet your other guests and workers. It was such a treat to be invited to enter the real world of your work and enthusiasm for nutritional health, wellness and good care of land. We felt very much at home--similar to our small urban farm in Cincinnati--off the beaten path and having a magical charm that is rejuvenating. Keep up your good work! We hope to see you again sometime. Ed and Eileen
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

Our Last stop over before going back to the mainland...
And this was the best !!! I grew up on a farm and was so comfortable with having the chickens, dogs, sheep and cows near, it made it that much more special that we got to interact with the animals, the property was beautiful and the beds were very comfortable . I would love to return and stay longer, also it was very close to the most magnificent beaches for snorkeling and relaxing... The owner was very gracious and all the hands were extremely friendly and informative. The little town was in walking distance and was full of wonderful things to see and taste !!! I long to return ✌🏼👍🏼
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve S., Davis, USA

Staying here was one of the best surprises of our trip!!
The Lokahi Garden Sanctuary is an amazing organic farm and a great place to stay in Kohala. Our family was comfortable in the studio apartment. It was clean and spacious. Richard and Natalie are wonderful hosts and we felt very welcome. Richard gave us a great tour of the farm and we learned lots about the plants that grow there and farming practices they use. We have been to the Big Island several times but have never stayed in Kohala. We found new hikes, good food and fun shopping in Havi, and great snorkel spots and beaches nearby.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John T.

Great quiet little place to chill out
Really nice quiet place to get away from all the hustle and bustle and just enjoy some peace and relaxation. I spent a week here and enjoyed it thoroughly. The cottage is clean and quiet and just the right size for one or two. The owners were welcoming and very friendly. There is no TV or radio - but its not that kind of place, so this might not be for everyone. But if you seek to get away from the Kona crowds and the knarly traffic and want to see the stars at night (gorgeous), and just want to walk on country roads, then this is it. There's fresh produce for sale, and friendly young folks that work on the farm. You are just a few blocks walking from Hawi Town center. And only 20 minutes drive to Polulu Valley and maybe 25 minutes to Waipio Valley hiking trails. And if you want the beach scene, maybe 25 minutes to the best beaches on the island (North Kohala area). Waimea is only a 30 minute drive away also. The only thing you can hear at night is the crickets and the breeze. I loved it. - John T
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Get away from it all cottage in Hawi
We stayed for three nights, and would have been happy to stay longer. The cottage is new(ish), and was spotless and ready when we checked in. It is a big studio (one room plus bathroom), with two beds and a nice lanai. The kitchen was fully equipped (gas stove!). It is a real farm (but small), so be prepared for that type of activity. You can walk to town, but there's not much there. You will need to drive to get to a beach. The hosts were friendly (thanks again Richard) and helpful. You should go ahead and order some veggies (and eggs) from the staff, they are picked that day, organic and will be the best meal you have on the island. I'm glad we stayed here.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn R.

Down on the farm
My son and I had a lovely stay on the farm. Very quiet, private, peaceful place to stay. Close enough to walk to the cute city of Hawi which has many shops to explore. Fresh vegetables and fruit that you can see growing just outside your door and then purchase from the owner for your meals. Owners friendly and helpful. Only negative I can think of was that the chicken coop was fairly close to front door and lanai and this did bring flies when you ate outside. Would definitely stay there again and recommend to all my friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Great location on a farm setting!
My husband and I along with our 7 year old daughter stayed at the cottage for five nights and enjoyed our stay tremendously. Our daughter helped garden, as well as collect eggs from the chickens on the farm. She also enjoyed playing fetch with the dog named Kahu. We had stayed at two other vacation properties during our stay on the big Island and this was by far our favorite. The location of the property is excellent in that you can walk right into the town of Hawi as well drive down to the very end and hike the Polulu valley. It is quiet at night and the location of the cottage is quite private. If you're looking to stay in Hawi and enjoy a working farm this is definitely the place to stay!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Claudia W.

A mixed experience
We had a great time in Hawi and were definitely like to return. I cant say that we would return to this studio however. On the up side it is extremely well located, we could walk into town which was excellent. The kitchen was really well set up so I prepared several meals. The farm is lush and beautiful. If you choose to book here you need to understand that this is a working farm. There are several farm dogs who roam freely (one of whom is prone to barking ALOT), there is a mob of chickens in their house about 10m from the lanai who make alot of noise for most of the day (until they are freed) and come up on the lanai very happily. The back of the cottage is the farm workshop so power tools are used there. Automatic watering systems come on and flap in the trees right nearby. In our visit, the owners were overseas (which we were not told of beforehand) so we were left in the care of the farm staff. This wouldnt necessarily be a problem but there were issues (persistently barking dog and extremely hard second bed) that had to be sorted. Luckily the young woman looking after us had excellent skills and was able to be resourceful. In the owners favour, our first night was refunded due to the unsatisfactory situations. I am mainly posting this because the other reviews have not explained the whole story here. I would not describe this place as tranquil with all the farm activity going on (plus the amazing barking from every neighbourhood dog each night). Inspite of our difficulties the owner dealt very niecly with each issue once it was brought up. A more proactive approach would have avoided each of these problems but in the end we loved Hawi and appreciated that difficulties were solved.

About the host

Hosted by Richard Liebmann

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Natalie and Richard live on the big island for over 35 years. We enjoy sharing the beauty and mystery of the island with our guests.

Why they chose this property

Our home is located in North Kohala, birthplace of King Kamehameha. The Aloha spirit is alive and thriving here. Our 10 acres private estate is very peaceful and quiet. Our past guests remark on the incredible beauty and peacefulness they experience while staying here at Lokahi Garden Sanctuary. We have created a garden sanctuary where the plants and trees thrive.

What makes this property unique

The views of the ocean, and Maui, are breathtaking!!
You can experience magical sunsets every night while relaxing on the lanai, in the hammock, or the large garden.
Enjoy your meals alfresco any time of the day.
The home is perfect forgathering of family and friends..

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