This is such a beautiful and unique property. Loved our stay. It was perfect for a vacation that needs unwinding. I secretly wished there was no wifi so my travel partner could unplug.
Follow instructions on check-in day to not rely on cell signal and check-in before dark, grocery shop on the way in.
The cabin on this Forest Reserve is one of a few clustered around a tiny meadow. It's warm in the day, but cools down nicely with windows open in the afternoon/night. It was so unique to hear the nighttime frogs/crickets, and morning birds. It's like glamping but better and yes nature can be loud but you get to experience a symphony of species singing in their natural habitat.
The tubs...that is why I booked this place. It's heated thermally (I think w/the steam), but I did not ask about the water composition. As a hot springs nerd, I like to know the mineral content, but this may just be water heated w/geo and not "geo water". Both tubs are a short walk down the hill, with the first w/warmer waters and a bathroom. The next tub is cooler. There is a cold plunge, but it's up near the main house, not right next to the tub where you can hop back and forth. It is so dark there, the stargazing (in the tubs : ) ) was amazing. Highly recommended.
The cabin is simple but very clean, comfortable, good use of space, nice features (natural wood table/bench/hooks), lots of windows and sky lights. Towels soft and fluffy, and they do not smell of harsh detergent.
This is a fragrance-free friendly stay. I have severe reactions to many household/hotel products and I was assured it would be safe. The dishwasher liquid was fragrance free. The bath products weren't but I bring my own, and it was not so strong and did not smell it from the bottles.
I bought Kona coffee from a farm and was looking forward to using it, but found no grinder. That may be my only improvement.
I appreciated my gecko friends who took care of the critters so I would not be bit or bothered.
Did I mention there is an onsite steam vent trail? Be sure to check it out. Between the good stargazing, soak, nature, and volcanic vents, one may dare say if you are lazy and want to just relax, skip Volcano/Mauna Kea/beach warm pools LOL.
Love the stay and wish we had more time. Thank you for sharing this unique and beautiful place.