This cottage was wonderful. It sits atop a coffee plantation in Upcountry, a far cry from the resorts along west and south Maui. A beautiful place to return to after exploring, whether your excursions take you around the island or through the jungle surrounding the cottage, which Sidney will took us on a tour of. She has deep knowledge of the area’s history, fauna, and wildlife, and willingly shares it. Jungles come alive at night. I am a light sleeper, but I was so happy getting up in the darkness and listening to the forest sounds.
The small town of Paia, and even smaller Makawao, are nearby. Grab some food at one of the groceries, cook a nice meal in the well-stocked kitchen, and then enjoy it while looking out over the forest and to the left, Mount Haleakal and to the right, the Pacific Ocean.
I cannot recommend this place enough.