If I could give this place 10 stars I would! Let’s start by saying that Alan & Lori are two of the loveliest people you’ll ever meet and the BEST hosts - responsive, friendly, attentive, but also gives you your privacy and space.
I loved this place immediately when I arrived. It has quite frankly everything you need for an extended stay - fridge, toaster, hot plate, beach towels, drinkable water straight from their well! I’m incredibly impressed with what they’ve done with the space, how stylish the touches are (cute ceiling fan, cozy throw blankets, rain shower head - yes plz!). The grounds are just beautiful and made for a peaceful background to my workdays. The “bedroom” is enclosed and has its own temperature control as well as a double roof, so it’s quite frankly very insulated from sound and humidity. The walk to the shoreline is beautiful and if you’re feeling up for it, definitely worth hiking out to Shipman Beach!
I’ve been bopping around all over the island during my long remote work stay and am originally from the islands - this place just felt like home. Wish I could’ve stayed longer! I know this is the “rainy” side of the island but I love the small local eateries in Pahoa (best fish & chips, açaí/juice shop and Thai food you’ll find on the island) and Kehena Beach. Pahoa also has my favorite guitar shop and chiropractor on the island.