Island paradise nestled in tropical foilage with walking distance to the powerful Pacific Ocean. People in the neighborhood are laid back & friendly. The bungalow is spacious and equipped with the essentials. Dave was very welcoming and generous to share his knowledge of the ecosystem and the surrounding community.
The property is a simple bungalow near the sea. It's a large room with a bed and sofa, a galley kitchen and bathroom and shower. The kitchen has the essentials, including microwave and coffee maker. The bungalow is set in a nicely wooded lot, with lots of cats, ducks and fruit trees. In the tropics, bugs are inevitable, but they were not a problem. The beach is about a 5 minute walk: ask about the path to avoid having to walk on the busy road. The owner is very friendly and helpful. We've stayed many times, always enjoyed it and always look forward to staying again.
We had a great time staying at Honey House. Fresh fruit - oranges, Avocados, limes, eggplant courtesy of our host and owner Dave. Also, the best knives. We felt like we were one with the tropical jungle. Dave is a great host with a ton of local knowledge. This is not a resort area, but there are local farmers markets and small groceries and organic fare close by. The coast is amazing for the.views. Many places to pull off and enjoy the crashing waves.and see the results of the 2018 Volcanic eruption. Very humbling. We highly recommend Dave’s place for those who don’t expect a resort. Mahalo Dave.
One of the most beautiful places in the world imho! Dave is so kind. He spent several hours answering my questions about botany and geology. He shared produce from his garden. Dave was always unobtrusively available. We felt so completely at home, yet also like we were in a wonderful dream. We went to Kona for two days and endured the craziness and chaos…. couldn’t wait to get back to Ole Ole Street! We can’t wait to visit again!!
Meghannraye S.
Feb 28, 2024
We enjoyed our stay immensely. It was the best Hawaiian vacation yet! Better than Maui or Kauai. Far away from the resorts, the house is on a piece of land surrounded by floura and fauna on the SE corner of the island. The sound of the birds were magical, almost hypnotic. We loved our daily visits from the kitties and ducks. It is walking distance to a black sand beach which was our favorite on the island. It is down the road from a hippyish farmers market. One review I read said it’s a place for vegan crazed hippies which is correct and great! We didn’t get to go to the live music on Wednesday nights. Pahoa was cool and we loved Kaleos. Dave was our favorite host, he is has great energy and obviously loves the life he lives on this beautiful land.
The property is a small studio bungalow. The kitchen has the necessities: stove, fridge, coffee maker, pots, pans, etc. The bathroom is clean. The main room has a comfortable king bed, sofa and dinner table. The new high speed Wifi was a pleasant surprise and makes up for the absence of a cell signal. David is super friendly and accommodating. The yard is a working food forest, complemented by ducks and cats (lots of cats). The gifts of fresh fruit and avocados were very welcome! The beach is a short walk, but everything else is a drive, so it's a good idea to stock up before heading down. This was our third or maybe fourth stay and we've always enjoyed it. We're looking forward to another visit, hopefully not too long from now!
A lot of bugs, a lot ducks, a lot of cats, a lot of heart.
A lot of bugs, a lot ducks, a lot of cats, a lot of heart.
Quaint property tucked away in a quiet neighborhood and very close to the beach. It’s a little far from activities but a nice change to get off the grid and unwind.
Quaint property tucked away in a quiet neighborhood and very close to the beach. It’s a little far from activities but a nice change to get off the grid and unwind.
Honey House was a beautiful place to stay for my son and me for 8 days. It is surrounded by fruit trees, coconut palms, very friendly kitties and ducks. Occasionally, you might see a wild pig there too. It is very close to the beach, and the area is just beautiful! David is very welcoming and helpful. He and Val made sure we had everything we needed and more. We are very grateful for that beautiful getaway and are looking forward to returning one day 🌞
Honey House was a beautiful place to stay for my son and me for 8 days. It is surrounded by fruit trees, coconut palms, very friendly kitties and ducks. Occasionally, you might see a wild pig there too. It is very close to the beach, and the area is just beautiful! David is very welcoming and helpful. He and Val made sure we had everything we needed and more. We are very grateful for that beautiful getaway and are looking forward to returning one day 🌞
The property is beautiful. The owner is friendly and knowledgeable. I can’t wait to come back.
The property is beautiful. The owner is friendly and knowledgeable. I can’t wait to come back.
Dave was on-site and helpful for our entire stay!
Dave was on-site and helpful for our entire stay!
Property was great, experience was even better. Dave was friendly and easy to work with. Will be back!
Property was great, experience was even better. Dave was friendly and easy to work with. Will be back!
Very clean with everything you need!
Very clean with everything you need!
Best rental we’ve ever stayed in!! Delightfully surprised by how much there was to see/do nearby. David was a wonderful host!!!
Best rental we’ve ever stayed in!! Delightfully surprised by how much there was to see/do nearby. David was a wonderful host!!!
Jay and I had a fantastic 21-day stay at the Honey House in Kehena! This was what we needed: Eschewing the trend and bustle of the Kona side, a retreat to the slower Hilo side, and more specifically the Puna District. Dave, our Host, greeted us upon arrival with a bounty of fruits fresh-picked right from the property. And, too, weekly for our stay! He’s very low-key and we had a lot of privacy. We enjoyed the menagerie of critters! At night, the cacophony of sounds were like being in the Amazon! All this said, Honey House is very “country”, very close to nature (with feral pigs/boars), and a bit outside of things, so it might not be for everyone, especially if you’re accustomed to the Kona lifestyle. We look forward to another retreat there in the near future! Highly recommend to folks who go camping in the woods and such. Darryl
Jay and I had a fantastic 21-day stay at the Honey House in Kehena! This was what we needed: Eschewing the trend and bustle of the Kona side, a retreat to the slower Hilo side, and more specifically the Puna District. Dave, our Host, greeted us upon arrival with a bounty of fruits fresh-picked right from the property. And, too, weekly for our stay! He’s very low-key and we had a lot of privacy. We enjoyed the menagerie of critters! At night, the cacophony of sounds were like being in the Amazon! All this said, Honey House is very “country”, very close to nature (with feral pigs/boars), and a bit outside of things, so it might not be for everyone, especially if you’re accustomed to the Kona lifestyle. We look forward to another retreat there in the near future! Highly recommend to folks who go camping in the woods and such. Darryl
We stayed at Honey House for 4 nights. It was a great home base for exploring the east side of Big Island using a web driving app. It is a bit dark if you return after sunset. Overall we had a good stay. Host is friendly and responsive. The animal friends kept us entertained.
David was a great host- helped us check in, orient, and shared some wonderful tips. This is a chill spot to use as a home base for restful, local experiences. A short stroll to black sand beach. Easy drive to Pahoa and Hilo- but away from tourists. Not fancy, but will def keep you relaxed and feeling the Hawaiian vibe
My hope was to stay in a comfortable place, but in the heart of nature. This really fit the bill. Our house was clean and spacious, with screened windows on all sides. Intoxicating fragrance of plumeria flowers. Entrancing songs of birds to wake to. Hypnotic, sleep-inducing chorus of tree frogs at night. All the tools needed for cooking just about everything. Long list of spices, oils and condiments provided, so don’t do your shopping until after you arrive. Dave, our host, was a cornucopia of natural history and of an endless list of activities. Dave was so kind and respectful, usually right there working on the farm, never intrusive. Felt like an extremely safe environment. I would have enjoyed a gentler path to the ocean, rather than climbing down a rugged, though short, path. Ocean is not really conducive to swimming. About 10 min hike from the bungalow. We were low key, enjoying a tour from Hilo to Maunakea (ask for Dave at Arnott’s, a real treasure for the island). Could have spent 2 days at Volcano Park; stunning experience. The Botanical garden N of Hilo was outstanding…. Plan 3-4 hours of gentle hiking. Afternoon spent in Kona was beautiful- but crowded- reminded me of Myrtle Beach. Downtown Hilo has a lot of interesting shops. This area S of Hilo had rain just about every day, but never lasting that long. Summing up: we give Dave and the Honey House the highest possible rating. Same for the VRBO experience. And for Alamo and for the airport environment.
My wife and I spent a week here celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary/second honeymoon and it was wonderful. Our host Dave was fantastic. We flew into Kona and didn’t arrive until about 1am, Dave still came out to greet us. Being a resident for over 30 years, he was very knowledgeable about things to do in the area and across the island. He gave us fresh fruit from the garden (that you’re literally living in) almost every day. The bed was very comfortable! The frog songs at night lulled is to sleep. There’s a beach very close to property, it’s about a 15 minute walk or a 2 minute drive. We watched the sunrise there a couple of times. I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for something not so “commercial” or “touristy”. We have vowed to return here for our next stay on the Big Island. There’s so much to do! But this place is also perfect if you want to just relax and have not much to do!
The Kehena Honey House is a beautiful and peaceful place to recharge and reconnect. I slept so well there - listening to the night sounds and smelling the flowers and plants on the property. Dave is a wonderful host and can teach you so much about the plants on the property and the history of the area. I loved staying here and hope to return. It was the perfect place to recharge my exhausted spirits. Highly recommended.
