Linda’s place is inviting, cozy and magical! The view of the surrounding ʻōhiʻa forest lush with hapuʻu fern makes you feel like you are staying in a treehouse. My partner, daughter and I enjoyed the experience of watching (and hearing) a theatrical production by a neighboring endemic Hawaiian hawk from the lanai while we sipped coffee and hot chocolate that was provided by our hosts. We snuggled up in warm socks, fuzzy slippers and cozy bathrobes, lit the fire in the fireplace, watched a couple movies and read books as the light pitter patter of the nighttime rains tapped down on the roof above us. We have stayed at other accommodations set up as a family space, but have never found that the secondary sleeping areas are very comfortable. That was not the case at linda’s place! The loft upstairs is home to two soft and inviting twin beds and there is extra warm blankets galore! Our 12 year old daughter absolutely loved the space! We found the master bed to be fantastically serene as well and, again, truly enjoyed the feeling of being snuggled up amongst the forest outside. So many little surprises are included as are all your necessities and the space is very quiet and very easy to find. There is a lovely book put together of brochures and menus for local businesses and restaurants. There are detailed maps of the island of Hawaiʻi mounted in frames on the dining room wall. Brilliant idea!
Linda and her cohost were also very accommodating and went out of their way to make an unplanned second night’s stay happen for us at the last minute! We live about 2 hours away in the south Kona area and operate an Airbnb ourselves so we feel like we have pretty high standards! You will not be disappointed in booking this little piece of Volcano paradise! We will definitely be back and will recommend this place to all of our family, friends and guests!