This property is just as advertised. The pictures, reviews, everything with no unwanted surprises. As well as the descriptions of the nightly noises. Truly wild. I'm a very light sleeper and brought my own "noise" machine, hilarious, you literally couldn't hear it for the frogs, birds, then once they quieted down 2:30-3:00a.m. the roosters till 5:30 ish. However the cottage had a very large, very helpful noise machine, that plus ear plugs, made for a not to bad nights sleep. We really enjoyed the cottage each evening before bed and in the morning before heading out. We stayed 7 full days and had zero issues. Lisa is a very attentive host. We made multiple lunches to go and breakfast most every morning. The kitchen is well stocked and met our needs. A very nice stay away from all the "tourists".
Great quiet location for this shabby chic cottage. Good communication with the host. Personally, the lack of AC and no ceiling fans in the high humidity made the stay too uncomfortable for my husband and I so we checked out early. But the host was very understanding.
This cottage was perfect for us!
This cute cottage has the perfect location to enjoy the nearby beaches, shopping and enjoying the island. The property is beautiful and the chickens and frogs added a special touch to our stay. Thank you Lisa for being a perfect host. And your coffee is delicious!
What a spectacular get away! This quaint historical cottage and its setting was the ultimate Hawaiian experience. Lisa and her daughter Emma couldn’t have been more perfect hostesses. The cottage was spotless and the grounds were plush. We enjoyed glasses of wine in the large open green space overlooking Kona and the Pacific Ocean. In the morning we enjoyed freshly brewed coffee made from Lisa’s roasted beans from her coffee shed. That sweet screen porch was the perfect spot to read a book and enjoy that coffee. Just down the road is a fabulous restaurant. The Kitchen (for short) has a live band the first Friday of the month. We adored our stay in this VRBO as we felt we were able to absorb the culture of Hawaii better than if we stayed in a typical condo or hotel. Thank you, Lisa and Emma for making our anniversary a special one! Mahalo!
We loved our stay at Lisa’s little place, we didn’t want to leave :)Thanks Lisa!
We had an amazing time at the cottage! It was the perfect space for us and it was lovely meeting Lisa and learning more about her coffee.
Great low-key spot if you want to experience time away from the resort scene.
We had a wonderful stay at the Bungalow. Our host, Lisa was clear and easy to communicate about check-in. The entire property is full of amazing plant and wildlife and stellar views. There was a lovely history about the bungalow itself and the property along with some snacks and coffee that is roasted right on the property waiting for us when we checked in which made us feel even more at home. Don’t hesitate to book here because you won’t be disappointed.
Cottage has everything you need and thoughtfully organized. This includes fresh fruit from trees on property and all the gear you need for the beach. Don’t hesitate, book now.
A peaceful cottage to return to after the day’s adventures. Beautiful place to watch the sunset from the great lawn. There are gentle sounds from the nearby animal life that charmed us. It was the perfect thing away from tourist central.
We loved the cottage on the Blue Sky Coffee Property! Views were spectacular! Weather was the best as well. We were so grateful we found the listing on VRBO!
The cottage has a cool, unique history. It was comfortable for the two of us, and its location was perfect for the activities we chose. The view from the huge lawn area was superb and peaceful. Lisa was very nice, vry helpful and accommodating. I'm looking forward to trying some of the coffee we brought home that she roasts on the property. We really enjoyed our stay.
I planned this trip as a birthday celebration and also to help ground myself and sooth my nervous system toward the end of the election cycle. The cottage was really sweet and had everything I needed, the grounds were a wonderland with expansive views, and the chickens, cats and dogs were fun, ambient energies. Highly recommend.
We were so excited to stay at this unique cottage on our honeymoon trip to the Big Island. We loved that it was different from most other places to stay and off the beaten path. Lisa greeted us and was very nice and helpful. We were able to cook a couple simple meals which we enjoyed on the lanai or yard with an amazing view. The cottage had everything we needed for exploring the island. We also found some fruit on trees around the property when we explored.
The only issue we had was with the shower. We sometimes couldn’t get hot water and when it was hot, it had low pressure. It didn’t ruin our trip but it was annoying.
The best thing that any traveler can say about where they stay for vacation is that it felt like home. The cottage definitely made us feel like we belonged there. It met every need and had the character that we look for. It was special.
We loved Lisa’s cozy cottage It was such a beautiful setting with tropical plants everywhere!. All the details in a small space were well thought out. The kitchen had all you needed to prepare a fine meal. The bath room was roomy, with plenty of towels. The bed was quite comfortable. I loved the small porch and the spacious outdoor lawn and overlook, perfect for morning coffee. it was a plus having a washer and dryer in a.covered garage. This space was also a covered space for a car. I loved all the little touches in color choices and art.it was close to a small town which you could carefully walk to, or drive if you wish. I liked the chickens and the frogs at night. Perfect for two.
Lisa was a perfect host she met us but gave us space to be on our own. She also said goodbye and gave recommendations for our further travel.
Between the views, the property and the kindness of the host our trip was everything we needed and more.
Very comfortable, loved the location, great to be a few degrees cooler than in town, enjoyed the sunsets from the garden. The restaurant in the village was great. Thanks Lisa and Emma and the chickens!!
Tiny small cabin no room for 2 persons. Too expensive for such a small place!
My husband and I had a wonderful week stay at Lisa’s cottage. It’s a beautiful location surrounded by lush plantings with an expansive view of the ocean from the great lawn. We drank our delicious Kona Blue Sky coffee each morning from there and watched the sunset over the ocean in the evenings. The cute villlage of Holualoa is just up the road and it’s so nice to be above the business of Kailua—Kona while still being close to everything. Hope to return!
We loved so much about our stay here - the wide lawn overlooking terrific ocean views, the “real Hawaii” feel, the uncrowded atmosphere, and of course the chickens with their chicks! This was perfect for 2 laid back people to enjoy!
This was our third place to stay on this trip to the Big Island and the accommodations were far different from our other stops. We had stayed in a condo in downtown Kailua and then at a condo in the resort area of Waikoloa.
This was a stay in the country. The "cabin-like" accommodation comfortable and the location was both refreshing and invigorating.
This cabin is situated on a large parcel of land that was beautifully landscaped. There was a large expansive lawn area surrounded by flowers which provided wonderful a 180 degree unobstructed view of the Kailua area and provided very nice sunsets.
We were provided with beach towels, boogie boards, beach chairs and snorkel equipment for our use.
We especially loved the screened-in lanai and the cooler temperatures found up on the mountain. The temperatures here are 5-10 degrees cooler that in downtown Kailua or in Waikoloa.
The only issue that you should be aware of is that at night, the coqui frogs can be very loud (especially after a rain!).
It would have been nice to have some earplugs that first night. By the second night we had gotten used to the sounds. There are also a number of hens and roosters around - which could also be noisy at times.
If you want to stay in a unique place that has flowers, trees, views and can handle the animal sounds, you should definitely stay here.
Lisa has a lovely cottage set up for guests. The setting and view are amazing. She came by to introduce herself - a lovely and very hardworking woman. The cottage had everything we needed .
On our arrival at this lovely pink cottage we were touched by the fresh fruits, flower arrangement, and excellent coffee, roasted by Lisa. The kitchen was newly remodeled with a cabinet, beautiful quartz countertop and 2-burner electric stovetop. The space was cozy, immaculate and had everything we needed. We particularly loved the history connected to the cottage and land, as well as the artwork inside. It was very creative! There is a carport and another rental nearby, but no lack of privacy. It was quiet, with entertainment mainly from birdsong and coquis, as well as a few chickens with newly hatched chicks. The large lawn had an infinity-like edge to it, with an endless view to the ocean. We sat there to watch the sun go down, and also to exercise on the soft grass. The extensive grounds had beautiful gardens and fruit trees. Lisa's modern coffee roasting workplace was behind our cottage. We had the chance to buy her freshly roasted coffee which was a real treat on our return to our below zero home! Lisa is a wonderful host, warm and welcoming. If you are looking for a place that has a feel of authentic Hawaii and is within the artistic community of Holualoa, away from the hustle-bustle of resorts but still close to local attractions, this is it!
If you love history and character this is the place for you! Lisa's property is absolutely stunning. My husband and I stayed in her cottage during our first stop on the big island. This is the perfect place to stay right outside of Kona. Thank you for your hospitality, Lisa.
Lisa was a very communicative and welcoming host.
The place was clean and super cute, we loved the screened lanai for morning coffee. The kitchen had everything you need and the coffee and fruit provided were much appreciated. The lawn overlooking the water was spectacular at sunset.
The only downsides were the driveway, very steep and hard to get out of in our dodge charger rental, and there was a fair amount of car noise from the road and lots of roosters crowing from the neighbouring property.
