Aloha! For those lucky enough to discover the Gingerhill Farm & Retreat - be prepared to get a taste of what Hawaii truly has to offer. Our family of three stayed there in the Garden Cottage for a week and it was just so much more of a memorable and immersive experience than our previous week spent at a Kohala resort up north. For us small-town, urban dwellers, we felt like we were in the jungle! The sights, sounds, and smells were intoxicating. The sunsets, directly in front of you, from the back deck were amazing and varied every night. We thoroughly enjoyed utilizing the outdoor kitchen on the back deck and the outdoor shower on the side of the house. The temperature at that elevation near Kealakekua Bay was nominal for all activities throughout the day & night - we only used our room fan once. It's also a working farm with owners, residents, and staff on premise - all of whom we found to be approachable, friendly, and responsive - while at the same time, very respectful of our privacy and space. The enticing, farm-to-fork dinner we shared with The Gang was certainly one of my favorite trip meals! And being a working farm, with syntropic farming practices clearly in play - the "jungle" I mentioned previously is clearly a mixture of natural species and well-curated plantings that all work harmoniously together for the farm while creating a spectacular backdrop for guests. Follow the many paths that meander thru this unique 5-acre parcel and you'll see what I mean. What more can I say? Iris and Zach were warm, inviting hosts and the check-in, check-out process couldn't have been easier. We were heartbroken, but happy on our last night that we couldn't stay longer - it had become our home away from home. Thumbs up! Highly recommend!
Tim, Pam, and Mia - Port Townsend, WA.