I stayed here for a month and felt quite at home. Michael, the host checked in and was prompt on returning texts or phone calls.
Its a bit cool in the evenings so bring a long sleeve shirt or two and/or sweatshirt. If you hang laundry to dry, i recommend bringing it inside if it clouds up ir it won't get dry.
Very private. Hot showers. Lots of different kinds of birds. Geckos and Jackson Chameleons. Two markets, convenience store, and laundromat just down at the highway. Best drinking water is at transfer station just before Na'alehu.
Great place to start and end your day as there are many nearby places to explore.
Highly recommend checking in during daylight hours so you are able to see the numbers on the locks!
I would recommend this rental if you just want a nice private place to stay and are expecting more of a "glamping" experience.
Peacefully on the property. No one bothers u while your here. Very beautiful off grid home…
So glad we found this gem of a rental!
Off grid at 3200 ft elevation in Ocean View. A little chilly in AM but warms up quickly. 750 sq. ft. and nicely furnished. Good location for South Big Island adventures. Off grid issues attended to nicely by host Jeanette and multi-talented Nicole.
Great price for adventure getaway. Highly recommend.
Rustic place on the mountain. Nice and relaxing.
Could use some TLC.
Great communication with host.
Just to let you know, the power went out at 8pm Sunday night, due to low battery I believe. Also, I had to light the water heater which no one said would be off.
The Orchid House was perfect and suited our needs. We were the first guests since the COVID-19 shut down, so the house was a bit dusty etc but I can use a broom and didn't mind tiding up a bit while keeping in mind it is an off grid house.
We're building a tiny home in the area and needed a place to stay & maximize worktime at our property. Having a cozy place to stay, enjoy a home-cooked meal and get the best nights rest ever was wonderful! Awaking to the birds singing is a peaceful way to start the day. Thank you Jeanette, for walking us through lighting the water heater and understanding how the solar batteries work !! We really appreciated your quick and clear communication !! Looking forward to our next visit, thanks again.
Off grid so I was going into it knowing what i was getting into. Beautiful property with trees, birds, placidity. Really enjoyed being away from it all in what felt like a wilderness retreat.
This is the best vacation rental we have ever been to. Very well set up and very private. If you want to get away this is the perfect place to go to.
What a wonderful & peaceful place to stay- accommodations were awesome - enjoyed everything about the place.
I was given the incorrect access information and was unable to get into the house, slept in my car. Owner refused to refund my money and the owner and her boyfriend were rude and abusive.
Property itself is ok, in a subdivision, no internet, the 100 fruit trees are some dwarf shrubs. Nothing special, but ok probably if you get correct information.