My wife and I stayed here on the second half of an anniversary trip to Hawaii. Our flight got in late and by the time we got our rental car and made the short drive from the Kona airport, it was after 11pm. We drove down the dark, winding road until we saw a flashlight guiding us to the driveway and to where we needed to park. Earl greeted us and gave us a brief description of our living quarters and the property. He knew we were tired so he left us to settle in and crash for the night.

The next morning I spoke with Linda for a few minutes about the property and things to do on the island. Linda told us about a beach north of Kona where you can see turtles and spot breaching whales off the coast. We later went to the beach and it was amazing. Linda also told us about Two Steps, a perfect snorkel spot that was a 5 minute drive. We swam with sea turtles and wild dolphins at this spot (went there 3 times total during the trip). Excellent suggestions.

Make sure to walk the 100 feet down the road to the Painted Church. The church property is beautiful and historic and well worth your time.

Linda and Earl were very inviting and they gave us a lot of really good info and were gracious with their fruit that they grow on the property. They were excellent hosts!!!

The living quarters were perfect, just what I was looking for. It was really nice to have a full working kitchen. Our hosts provided us with water, juice, milk, snacks and fruit. Great Wi-Fi connection as well.

The property was lush and beautiful and away from the crowded Kailua-Kona area. It was an easy drive into Kailua or north to the airport. We went all over the west and south areas of the island and Captain Cook was a great spot to start each day. There are a number of great places to eat in the area.

We would certainly stay at A Place in Paradise again and we have already recommended it to family and friends.

We cannot wait to visit again!!!