This home is perfection. The location is quiet, private, and a bit remote, which is exactly what we wanted. The home itself is extremely well appointed and immaculately clean. Cooking was easy in the very well equipped kitchen. Listening to the waves at night was very relaxing and perhaps our favorite part was the very short walk to the lava cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
We (my adult sons ages 30 and 27 and I) rented this home as a base for our several day visits to Volcanoes National Park. The location was quite good taking us less than a hour drive each way. This is a fabulous home both inside and out. We loved the interior decor and Zen feel of the structure, furnishings and art. The bedrooms were like being in tree houses at night with the sounds of rain and waves crashing on the lava beach. The master bedroom has a very comfortable bed, pillows and linens. Our favorite things were the top floor outdoor balcony and the short walk to the lava and black sand beaches. So relaxing and incredibly beautiful. I would definitely stay here again. Thanks to our host for the fruit basket, brief history of the location (very interesting) and great tips on our arrival!
House was quiet and tucked away from the rest of the world! Very nice place that offers peace and quiet! Short walk to the ocean!
Fantastic location and house tucked in at the end of road surrounded by a dense forest. The host was excellent and very helpful, in fact when the washing machine was broken she did the laundry at her house! The description of the house is spot on but much more fantastic when experienced in person. The kitchen was a joy to prepare meals. The evenings where magical with the stars, the sounds of the fauna and the sound of the ocean.
Our stay in Kalapana was everything we imagined it would be and more. The property was absolutely breathtaking and was nothing short of a dream in paradise. Every angle of this home was incredible. From the front door to the spectacular view out every window, we were in awe. My children ages 3-12 loved the property and the geckos. They spent hours in the hot tub as well. My in laws that are in their 70s loved the lanai and having breakfast and dinner outside listening to the ocean. My personal favorite, the shower! I loved having a view of the jungle and the ocean every morning in the shower. It was stunning!
The house is very much in the jungle. Be prepared for bugs, geckos and frogs (all night). We personally loved the nighttime lullaby of the frogs, but the hosts provided ear plugs if it is a bother. The bug situation was a little unnerving at night to my 12 year old daughter, but if you just close your eyes and pretend they aren’t there, you will be fine. I expected them, so it wasn’t a concern.
The home had absolutely everything that we needed for our stay and Kate was an incredible host. She greeted us at the property when we arrived and had fresh fruit for us. What a pleasant surprise. She provided recommendations for the area and made our stay a vacation we won’t soon forget. We will definitely return if we ever come to the island again.
We had an unbelievable time at this home. Beautiful views, great layout, responsive caretaker. Can’t wait to come back again!
Wonderful spacious accommodations where we could all be together and yet have private moments
This house was spectacular for 8 of us girlfreinds & our getaway. We would ABSOLUTELY go back!!!!!
Very nice. No crowds, living with the locals. If you want some distance from the tourists, this location is perfect. House is one of the best available and would definitely rent again. Watch the stars come out and the moonrise from the deck as you relax to the sounds of the jungle and the waves crashing against the rugged coastline.
The Puna Coast is beautiful and in a constant state of change. Great ocean access from the house. Really interesting area with huge lava flows as young as four years ago. See geology in action. Pele is the ultimate recycler. Great for 2-8 guests.
Tim - you designed a beautiful house! Thank you so much for sharing it. I fell in love with everything. Design, function, ambience, details, property, VIEWS, sound of the surf. I didn’t mind the frogs, although my two friends didn’t enjoy them as much. I sure wish I was there right now!
Thank you for a wonderful stay.
