For those looking to stay in the tropical forest of South Kona, the Tropical Hideway is ideal. It fit my desires perfectly for a 14 day hideway putting me right in the middle of the glorious greenery of Hawaii. Kathy is the most gracious host making sure you have everything you need while respecting your privacy which is what I desired...to be right in the midst of the alive sounds of nature...while having the my favorite comforts...an outdoor shower, private spa and large comfortable bed...great for one or a couple. Plus you have everything you need to make meals. By the way, as you leave Kona airport, stop at Costco and further down the road, KTA superstore if you plan an extended stay like me and stock up. It is bit of a drive from the Hideaway for groceries.
Because this is a nature retreat, be advised that you roll with the temps and weather, harmless insects, coqui frogs at night and mosquitoes activity at dusk and dawn.
However for me, I love the coqui sounds, my evening lullaby, the tropical storm was incredible with thunder and lightning and pouring rain, minor mosquito bites were not bothersome and the handsome geckos guarded my hideaway from any insect that made their way in.
I truly became one with nature and felt the pulse of real Hawaii on the side of Mauna Loa. And I haven’t even mentioned the Pele coffee plantation, Two Step snorkeling with the spinner dolphins and The Place of Refuge National Monument...all minutes away from the Hideaway. Mahalo Kathy for a most peaceful and relaxing stay in the heart of the Big Island