Rental Details
Property Overview
Pu'u O Hoku Ranch offers a unique getaway for travelers seeking a rustic retreat. You can hike, swim, stargaze, and see a working ranch in action. Pu'u O Hoku is one of the few places in the islands where you can feel Hawaii as it once was. The Sunrise cottage is just a short drive from the black-sand beaches of Halawa Valley.
On the hill above the bustle of the ranch, surrounded by tropical gardens, with panoramic windows offering views over the bluffs to the ocean, the Sunrise Cottage is perfect for romantic getaways or small groups. Master bedroom with a queen bed, second bedroom with two twins, spacious living and dining room, fully-equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, and a shaded lanai.
The Sunrise cottage was built in the 1930s in a classic Hawaiian ranch style, furnished with Balinese and Hawaiian wood and textiles. The cottage is off the grid and runs on renewable energy, the water onsite is from our well.
We can also deliver fresh biodynamic and organic produce as well as fresh beef and venison to your cottage for you to cook during your stay!
Registration Number: 580110060000, GE-089-736-1920-01, TA-089-736-1920-01
Rental FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Kaunakakai (postal 96748) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Kaunakakai, HI (Montage Kapalua Bay – Waialua – Molokai – 7.10 km to center), United States
- In a rural location
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 5 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Cottage
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% of food locally sourced
- At least 80% organic food
- Composting
- Recycling
- Bed sheets provided
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Free WiFi
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Shared/communal pool
- Lanai / balcony
- BBQ grill grill
- Car required
- Onsite parking
- BBQ grill
- Free Parking
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Living Area
- No Smoking
- Pool
- Toys
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 3:00 PM
- Check out before 11:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 21
- Check in time starts at 3:00 PM
- Contactless check in available
- You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
- Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Property Registration Number 580110060000, GE 089 736 1920 01, TA 089 736 1920 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- Children are welcome.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Molokai?
- Farming classes
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife and game walks nearby
- Location: Kaunakakai, HI (Montage Kapalua Bay – Waialua – Molokai – 7.10 km to center), United States
- In a rural location
Do I need a rental car on Molokai, and what about parking?
A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to explore. Parking notes: Car required, Onsite parking.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a cottage rental.
Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?
The button opens the partner listing page where you can review final rates, fees, availability, policies and booking details.
Guest Reviews
Reviews
Very kind and gracious staff at the Ranch. We had the weekend all to ourselves in the cottage. Enjoyed gourmet Chef pre-made meals, hiked every trail and loved the solitude. Highly recommend!
From the moment we booked, Nani had our back, answering every question with patience and making sure we were completely taken care of.We came out for a hunt, and that’s where the magic really kicked in. Josiah and Baeo were outstanding guides. Professional, knowledgeable, and funny enough to keep us laughing even while hiking through the brush. They turned the experience into more than just a hunt, it felt like an adventure with old friends.Between the stunning views, the peaceful gardens, and the nonstop good vibes, this place is something special. We already know one thing for sure: we’ll be back for round two.
Absolutely top notch property. Exceptional Art & furnishings. The horseback tour was excellent with Buszy & Kaweki with a nice waterfall view from an excellent horse instructor Sarah. The hospitality crew of Nani & Lauren keep us informed from the booking and was able to accommodate our plant based diet. The views of the sacred kukui forest to the vast ocean views and the amazing sunrises. We will be back 100.
Amazing property, aptly positioned and secluded for fantastic views. We enjoyed two, blissfully peaceful nights and hope to be able to visit this gem again in the future. Mahalo Pu‘u O Hōkū Ranch!
Peaceful, totally relaxing, and thoughtfully appointed. A remote corner of a remote island, full of nature, native history, and natural beauty. Can’t wait to come back and spend more blissful time unplugged in paradise.
We had a lovely time relaxing in and around the property. It wasn’t at all inconvenient to explore Molokai from the ranch and we loved the winding road along the coast. The rustic elegance of the Sunrise Cottage was perfect and the addition of fresh vegetables, ground venison, and ripe bananas made the cottage feel just like home. It was a beautiful relaxing stay for us. Mahalo for your hospitality.
Private and beautiful property. Unique location on the east end of the island.
The lodge pool was outstanding!!!!!
We just loved every minute of it!! Thank you for the incredible hospitality and hosting us on the ranch.
Remote setting providing peace, quiet and relaxation on a working farm and ranch. Hospitality staff were responsive to our needs, the gardener gave a wonderful tour of the farm and gfit store staff were all so helpful.
This is a charming and unique setting on the Pu’u O Hoku ranch. We enjoyed bird watching , watching the sunrise from the cove in the Halawa Valley, and exploring the lush landscape.
My wife and i spent 4 nights/5 days here and absolutely loved it. Hit a local grocery store on the way in and you really never need to leave this wonderful little bungalow, other than to pick up some dried apple bananas and other snacks at the nearby ranch store. Everyone was incredibly friendly and we had 4 of the most incredible sunrises! Take a nice book or two and some hiking shoes and escape the rat race with this beautiful slice of old Hawaii! Can’t wait to go back!
It's the perfect place to get away for some pleasant cabin weather for books, board games, and yard games with the family. Our daughters (6 & 7) had a great time with the garden tour and horseback riding, and Halawa beach is a short drive away.
Beautiful serene place to experience with very friendly helpful staff
Truly a wonderful holiday destination. The ranch is the best place to stay on Molokai and we cannot recommend Sunrise Cottage on Pu'u O Hoku Ranch highly enough. Nani was so kind from the initial email in January. We arrived at a clean, beautifully appointed cabin filled with locally grown floral arrangements and a refrigerator supplied with a bag of produce grown on the ranch, eggs (the best we have ever eaten!) from the ranch, beef from cattle at the ranch and fruit grown on the ranch. What a delicious treat and we did our best to eat it all and had to get more eggs. Beds super comfortable, great walking trails all around the ranch. Cannot recommend enough the garden tour with Ahiku, horseback riding with Sarah, the store employees Nadia and Cathy, and everyone we encountered at the ranch -- just awesome people, proud of their job, the ranch and their island. We just loved our stay and hope to return.
Property is just as described. Remote, quiet except for helicopters. Hiking on the property locations changes from day to day due to hunting on the property. Lots of bird song. Good internet access and WIFI. Helpful and pleasant staff.
Very nice
Fantastic, serene, beautiful property with outstanding viewsGorgeous plants around cottage Lots of room, great showers Highly recommend!!Opportunity to learn about Ranch, and access horses for trail rides if desired
Absolutely beautiful setting. The house has "mana". Loved the rustic and stylish interior. Very comfortable.
My son and I really loved staying at the sunrise cottage. We felt like we had the ranch to ourselves! The fresh food provided was amazing and the cottage had everything we needed. We’ll be recommending it to our friends and family and would love to return.
The sunrise cabin was everything we wanted when we disconnected from work. Everything from the location, beautiful scenery, comfy bed, great meat and produce from the host … we could have asked for a more perfect vacation. 10/10 would stay here again!
My family had been looking forward to this trip for over a year, and I was prepared for something much more rustic but the cottage was wonderfully modern with recently renovated bathrooms, a fully stocked kitchen, and even super-fast WiFi. Even when it was raining hard outside, we felt safe and cozy indoors and it was nice to have almost the whole property to ourselves since no one was in the lodge at the time. Nani was so sweet and wonderful and I was glad we got to meet her in person.
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at the sunrise cottage. We appreciated our host stocking the kitchen with fresh fruit, veggies, eggs and meat from the ranch as our flight got in late and we didn’t have time to grocery shop. We enjoyed a hike right from the cottage up into the hills.
We loved everything about our stay. Nani was super helpful, ensuring everything was nothing less than perfect. It really was like stepping back in time. The cottage is beautiful and comfortable, the ranch grounds gorgeous and mystical, the produce and meat from the ranch store fresh and delicious. One of those trips that stays with you, a memory in which the mind can wander and take refuge.
The ranch is so respectful of nature, all organic cleaners used and fruits & vegetables are available, awaiting our arrival. Staff is unbelievable, so accommodating and thoughtful!
Rising early at the Sunrise House, I was gifted with an amazing greeting from a Hawaiian Pueo (Owl) that flew up from the canyon below, back lit by the rising sun, and then flew over the house. There is something magical about this place - the gentle breeze that flows through the house, the quiet, the distant horizon, and of course, the stars at night.
Beautiful stay. Quite for sure. Thank you for the hospitality.
My partner and I were absolutely enchanted by the sunrise cottage, the ranch and the entire island. The cottage itself is roomy, well cared for, clean and full of beautiful character -- not to mention it's a one-of-a-kind abode on a magical tropical hilltop! We felt very much at home there. Nani and the ranch team were so wonderful, and we want to give Nani and Zoe special shout outs for helping us with horseback and beach adventures. We really felt so lucky to find this place and to spend time there. A true gem which feels harder and harder to find. Thank you so much, Nani and team!
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Kaunakakai, Molokai
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