This cottage is a little slice of heaven. If you like Pina Coladas, and getting caught in the rain, then this is the spot for you!
Seriously though, we had the best honeymoon we could've imagined here. It's a small cottage in what is basically a rain forest. You learn quickly to embrace indoor/outdoor living, keeping the windows and doors open (with screens) at night. It is so amazing to wake up to a downpour at 5 a.m. in the jungle with no cares in the world.
Sharyn is a most hospitable host. We arrived to a bottle of fresh wine, fresh eggs and fruit. The eggs and fruit were especially amazing and delicious. There are chickens and fruit trees on the property. We enjoyed banana pancakes and smoothies that were fresh as could be!
There is also a very nice pool on the property. Everything is landscaped to be very private. There is really nothing like taking a hot shower in the cold rain outside!
Yes, as some other guests have pointed out there are a few bugs and geckos. Personally, I thought the geckos were pretty cool (they chirp, who knew?), and the bugs were really not that bad (and this is coming from someone who lives in South Texas). You're in the jungle, so you better embrace it, right?
There isn't AC, but honestly you don't really need it. The windward breezes are very refreshing (again, coming from someone in South Texas...it was 104 today!).
The Haleakala Cottage is also the perfect jumping off spot for exploring. Your are at mile 3.5 of the Road to Hana. You are also about an hour or so to the beaches in West and South Maui, along with Haleakala.
The kitchen is extremely well equipped (I've been telling my husband I want that gas stove)! We cooked many of our meals at home. There is a washer and dryer right next door as well.
Sharyn is a super responsive, friendly and accommodating host! We can't wait to go back!