Our one week stay at Galina’s was amazing! The pictures do not do justice to her beautiful Ohana. Given the high elevation, we had a beautiful view of the ocean every morning and it rained almost every night we there. By morning, the sky was bluer and the view was clearer. We were surrounded by beautiful, lush and verdant vegetation all around the property which made you feel that you were in the rain forest. Besides the lanai, there’s a swing on the side of the Ohana as well which gives you a space to relax or reflect. If you want to have a laid back quiet vacation, this is the place. It’s away from the noisy and busy resorts, and just 15 minutes from Kona airport.
Now to the accommodations. We are a family of 4 and the space was perfect for us. There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (listing only shows 1 bathroom), but we had access to the second one. The rooms were well appointed and the beds, super soft and comfortable. No pressure points when we woke up. Oh, and we went to sleep every night to the chirping of birds and were awakened by a rooster. No alarm clock needed! The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, pots and pans to cook meals. Besides the coffee maker, we especially appreciated the automatic kettle which allowed us to make refreshing cups of tea and unwind after a day of activities. Please note, there is no TV, but we didn’t miss it.
Finally, about the host. Galina is a beautiful soul. We had an instant connection with her because of her warmth and welcoming presence. It made our stay at her property so much more comfortable. We hope to return again real soon!