It was a pleasure to stay at Paliuli Farm. Secluded, quiet location; great hosts ready to share stories and give recommendations but respected your space; simple, clean, room with lovely little touches like giving you a beach towel and sharing garden bounty (if available); and a well-equipped kitchen and lanai with views over the ocean.

The location is about 19 miles south of Kailua-Kona but, given that a car is an essential to get the most from your island holiday, that isn't a problem. The local painted church and Paleaku Gardens are within walking distance and worth a visit. There is also some great snorkeling nearby and, just a bit further along highway 11, the yum scrum South Kona fruit stand.

All in all, a hidden gem :-)