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Paradise: Ocean View Cottage Solar Power Tropical Flower Gardens
Hana, HI

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 414 out of 429 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory G.

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Charming Old Hawaii
It was an absolute pleasure staying at this garden house in paradise. A very beautiful property with wonderful hosts. Mahalo nui
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George & Amber S.

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Unplug in the Rainforest
We loved everything about Entabeni Gardens. Terry and Michael were the best hosts we have had on VRBO— very responsive and hospitable. The property is incredible and completely off the grid. Truly “unplugged”. The plants and garden are something out of this world. Terry had everything for us to use from beach and snorkel gear, to kitchen utilities. We would definitely stay here again. Loved this place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah L.

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Beautiful garden and view!
It is hard for me to put in words how much I loved our stay. Terry is a wonderful host! My favorite part was exploring the gardens. I would love to have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike F., Owensboro, USA

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Tropic Paradise
What an interesting and enjoyable space. Peaceful, private and beautiful! Everything you need from a small gas grill on the spectacular front porch to a fully equipped kitchen. Abundance of interesting decor inside and a literal flower, plant and tree garden outside. The ocean breeze, intermittent showers and ocean vistas rounded out a great stay. The hosts were readily available if needed, but scarce otherwise. Only 5 miles from Hana, but seemed like a different island. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

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Pictures do not do it justice
Terry was an incredibly generous host. She welcomed us into her home which was absolute bliss. The garden setting is peaceful and my daughter absolutely adored the cat, dog, and chickens. We even had fresh eggs and herbs from the farm for breakfast. The spectacular ocean views were mesmerizing. Will definitely come back next time we are in Maui.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

w g.

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Green Paradise
Dear Michael and Terry, Countless words can not express our gratitude to you both. For your gracious hospitality and for sharing this beautiful green space. We will never forget these five peaceful days celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. We felt we were the only two people alone in Paradise. After hiking amazing trails each day we slept great every night on the comfy bed with the moon shining, the ocean breeze blowing, blow. The frogs, birds and insects singing and the bamboo thicket rustling. We were cocooned by nature. We would be remiss not to also say thank you for the many delicious fresh eggs, herbs, bananas, cucumbers, peppers, and the meatiest and most delicious tomatoes ever. we loved seeing the chickens, guineas, and Kat and Kit, of course. Your lush gardens were a delight to wander through. Everything is so thoughtfully designed, and the artwork and garden features just added to the unique experience. Loved the framed quote in the study. “learn of the green world what can be thy place.” We truly found a special place here. Thank you for your years of love and labor to grow this paradise. With sincere gratitude, may God bless you both and your families too.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

timothy o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation in nature with a beautiful view
The cottage gives you a feeling that you have gone back in time where there are no fast paced pressure and worries. In the evening sitting on the front porch with my wife and a bottle wine was so peaceful listening to the birds and rain. The bed was very comfortable and sleeping with the doors open kept the room at a perfect cool temperature. There are all of the amenities you need for cooking, showering and laundry. Watching the sunrise was gorgeous with all of the colors in the clouds. While eating breakfast (with supplied fresh eggs, peppers and coffee with our added meat) on the porch was so beautiful as the light from the sun intensified as it kept rising behind the clouds over the ocean. The colors of the plants around use kept transforming until they were fully exposed showing all of their colors. We heard strange clicking or chirps coming towards us and we watched some Guinea hens go through the yard. There is the added bonus of being able to tour the yard which is a botanical garden with a huge variety of plants and trees to wonder through on the paths. The whole property is off of the grid for water and solar with an added bonus of WIFI so you can look up the types of plants you took pictures of in case you didn't see the markers and to send pictures to your friends to make them jealous of where you were able to stay. This was a great break for our tour of the Hana side of Maui to rejuvenate for the ride back to the west side.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Earth
The cottage and grounds are a slice of heaven on earth. The cottage was well stocked with everything we needed and more, and the grounds and view were breathtaking. Terry and Kat made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived, and Kat was a great companion whenever we were outside on the porch. We are so happy that we decided to stay two nights at the cottage to explore Hana and the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and Serenity
After 4 days in Honolulu and 3 more in Wailea (Maui), we were in desperate need for some peace and quiet and relaxation. And we found it here! The vibe is calming and tranquil. The cottage exudes relaxation. The grounds provide an peaceful earthing experience. It was so nice to eat fresh eggs and veggies/fruit. The hosts (Michael & Terry) are fantastic people; they provided excellent directions and suggestions for local attractions. Michael was very thorough during his welcome tour and they were both lovely and welcoming. I would highly recommend this place! We will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D., New Berlin WI

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Tropical garden on steroids!!
Wow! I was expecting a beautiful garden but what Michael and Terry have built at Entabeni totally blew my mind!! The gardens are breath taking! We enjoyed walking them and Terry was so kind to show us around and even gave us fresh veggies/fruits! The cottage is gorgeous and comfortable. The bed was super comfortable. We stayed 2 nights which was great to do pipiwai trail, black sand beach, and a couples massage at Luana Spa (highly recommend). Thank you for sharing your tropical paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

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Another Amazing Stay
Once again (our 3rd time here), we really enjoyed our stay at this magical oasis. Beautiful views and the peaceful, serene grounds make for the most relaxing stay. The hosts are always gracious and welcoming (fresh eggs and garden delights!). It’s such a treat to come back to after a glorious day out enjoying Hana’s wonders. This treasured cottage is difficult to leave, and we are always planning the next trip almost immediately. Aloha! J & A
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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Tranquility and Beauty
We were only there for 2 days and was beautiful in all aspects
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on earth!
We loved our stay in the cottage! It was perfect for us and so convenient to exploring the Hana area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This place is paradise! Terry was so helpful answering all our questions before we arrived and after. The cottage is so cozy and plenty of room for two people. Our only complaint would be that we couldn't stay longer. If you love plants/flowers this is a must stay. The gardens are so beautiful! Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2023
Thank you or appreciating what we work hard to provide for visitors who come to see and enjoy the real Hawaii. Michael & Terry

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
The hosts felt like family. The house was huge. The pictures don’t do it justice. Staying in Hana was a complete escape. I would go back to this Vrbo again and again. Its a hidden gem for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Gary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away from everything
Great relaxing location. One odd thing though... The property owners came into the cottage when we left. Once to do the dishes, and another I'm not sure about. We closed the door to the cottage when we left, and whenever we returned, we found the door wide open. If they would have let us know they were going to do this it would have been fine. But they didn't, and our privacy felt violated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2023
Aloha Gary, We always check the cottage after guests leave for the day to make sure they leave all the screened doors open to catch fresh breezes and to see if they need to have fresh eggs for their next breakfast. Since we are on solar power, we also check to see if guests have left the lights on and fan running.. Michael moved your draining clean dishes from the counter to the dish drainer as they could easily have fallen and broken. He also turned off the fan one morning. All these actions were not to violate your privacy; rather so you would have power upon your return to an aired out cottage and not have to suffer humidity or sweep up broken dishes. We will be sure to inform future guests of our routine. Thank you for choosing Entabeni Cottage for your two night stay.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Terri and Michael's cottage is simply amazing! The cottage is lovely and very well appointed, the garden is magical and the view is spectacular (when the clouds lift :-)) It rained most of the time we were there (just one night unfortunately) but we liked that too--lulled to sleep by the patter of rain on a tin roof!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
So well kept and inviting! Terry and Michael maintain their property with a real sense of what God intended people to do with His Creation. They made us feel very welcome and we had a wonderful time!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of paradise
Our visit was absolutely wonderful. Terry welcomed us upon arrival letting us know about our cottage. Fresh eggs were a great perk. Kat the cat was an excellent cohost welcoming us every evening and morning. The bed was comfortable and the view was astonishing! Definitely make sure to get there before dark… we didn’t and had a difficult time finding the drive in the dark. Our fault though because Terry did warn us in the check in information. After finding it the first time it wasn’t that bad. I 10/10 recommend this slice of paradise and hope to return some day! Aloha and Mahalo from Missouri
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda A., Orangevale, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Hana Paradise
This cottage is an amazing slice of paradise. It sits in the middle of a botanical garden with the most beautiful view of the ocean. The cottage is equipped with just about everything you need except food. Michael and Terry are wonderful hosts and will deliver you farm fresh eggs if you want them, which you will. 😋 This will be our place to stay in Hana.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful
my husband and I loved our stay at Terry and Michael’s place just 8 miles from Hana. Terry greeted us when we arrive and gave us a rundown on the cottage. We are very pleasantly surprised at the beautiful view and the quaintness of the cottage. The bed was comfortable as well as the linens. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

joel p.

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peace, serenity, and the authentic hana experience
it was an absolute pleasure staying with Terry and Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sari P.

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Literal paradise
Stayed only 1 night but will be coming back for sure! It was so peaceful and definitely worth a few nights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tropical paradise
Words can’t really describe our stay. It was wonderful. I felt like we were living in the midst of a tropical jungle - the beautiful flowers, trees, and plants were amazing. The cottage was so unique, clean, and well equipped, and what we didn’t have, our host, Terri, graciously supplied. And speaking of our hosts, Terri and Michael were so warm and kind. I felt like they were family. Terri gave us a tour of the flower farm shortly after arrival. She was so knowledgeable and showed us so many stunning flowers and plants. The views from the cottage are beautiful and we loved the nighttime sounds of nature with all the windows and doors open. We also loved the company of Kit and Kat- the resident outdoor kitties who are very friendly! I would highly recommend staying here if you want a truly unique and beautiful experience. It’s much more than just a place to sleep. We hated to leave and next time would stay more than 2 nights!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carbon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tropical Oasis
This place is paradise! The absolute perfect place to get away from the crowds, decompress, and enjoy peace and quiet. Fresh eggs, fruit, juice, and herbs complimentary from the host made our breakfast one that we will never forget! Picking fresh ripe fruit from the garden in the morning is the best way to start your day! Kit, Kat, and Star were the best travel pets and we loved having them around! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sonja S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
The property was amazing and the cottage was very comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!!
This is an amazing place to stay! It is unlike anything we’ve experienced before! You wake up to an ocean view & fresh eggs from their farm! We walked the property which is so beautiful- the flowers, plants & animals- including Kit & Kat-the kitties~we loved them!❤️ This property is close to the town of Hana & offered a great location for checking out the Black Sand Beach, Pipiwai Trail, Hamoa Beach, Lindbergh’s gravesite & lots more! This was such a unique experience! Terry & her husband are very responsive to any questions about the property; they go above & beyond to making your stay unforgettable! Hoping to make it back to Maui someday & we would definitely stay longer than 2 nights next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay on the road to Hana
Great stay at a great property. The grounds are incredible, the views sensational. Terry and Michael were wonderful hosts. The location felt like a great stopping point on the road to Hana, affording us some much needed respite after arriving on the island and driving the road. It was also then suitably located for adventures on the days that followed to easily reach farther destinations before the crowds. No qualms in recommending as a place to stay. Your breath will be taken. Mahalo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Gift For Your Soul
Words and photos can not give justice to the wonderful beauty of this property and home. The amazing diversity of plants, flowers and colors is wonderful…. The hosts are warm and inviting and a wealth of knowledge about their property and all of the surrounding area. We are so happy and grateful to have found such a great place- forever grateful for our experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went to two other Arboretums that same day and neither came close to the magical wonderland of these gardens. The horticulturist from the Honolulu Botanical Gardens decide to retire here and what an Avata- like.Garden of Eden he and his wife have created. The plants are remarkable and set together in such lovely ways. There are even signs idenidilying the soecies. Everything about the place speaks of magic and beauty and creativity.There is an art studio in the back of the property which they generously allow you to visit. There are lots of circles: circular paths and open circles with just grass and a central item. One is a wild huge metal ball and the other is a small circular pond with gorgeous flowers in it. I saw so many flowers my heart almost burst. We only stayed one night and it wasn’t enough. Michael and Terry are welcoming and helpful but also respectful of your privacy. The Cabin itself is set up to be both lovely yet comfortable space.The kitchen has everything you need to really cook! And the shower is nice and super hot! Plus there is an outside shower. There is an amazing view of the ocean from the windows and back covered deck. There are also two kitties, who don’t get to come in the cabin to protect guest with allergies, but they are part of the welcome crew and so sweet. I was blown away by what a truly lovely and inviting space they have created. Oh one more thing they leave you fresh eggs from their chickens and they are so good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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Tropical Hideaway
All the reviews are true! A tropical oasis - a challenging, but memorable drive to get here, but there is a pot of gold at the end of this rainbow. Off, but also on (internet, etc), the grid - Terry & Michael are wonderful hosts, the gardens are other worldly, and there is renewal and relaxation in the air. Can I give it six stars? I want to be there right now....
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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joy from your garden
Just stayed one night with a friend. My passion is gardening so I really enjoyed the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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Very Special Place
We really enjoyed our stay here and wish we had more time to spend at this special place! Beautiful property and cottage! Owners were very communicative and we had no problems with anything before or during our stay. We hope to be back someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
This stay was absolutely amazing, I wish we could have spent our whole time on Maui here at the cottage. This is the perfect place for quiet and relaxation. The view is SPECTACULAR!!! Love love love it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill, Broussard, La.

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Excellent
This cottage had all we needed and more. I was not expecting all of the extras such as seasoning and coffee beans with a grinder as well as so much more! The owners were very accommodating when we needed to drop luggage earlier then check in. My only regret was not being able to stay more than one night. The grounds were beautiful and we were free to roam. The view was unbeatable! We were greeted immediately and check in and check out was easier than ever! We hope to be lucky enough to come back one day! Our only suggestion would possibly be a tower/floor fan to blow directly on the sleeping area at night but that's just what we're used to at home. The bed was so comfortable. You will not be disappointed with this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane R., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Near Volcano National Park
This location was fabulous, as long as you realize you're in the rain forest part of the island! It was cool enough at night with a breeze so you don't need AC (there is a portable one). We left the windows open. The Coqui are loud, so you'll need earplugs, but they are all over the island now, not really a way to avoid them on the Hilo side. Kitchen has dishes and pans. We brought our own knives and oil, so we were set. Rice cooker was handy. Owner supplies drinking water, which is great. Washer and dryer were very handy as well. One toilet is outside with the washer and dryer which is odd, but it was fine. There's a door and it's not like you can see any neighbors. Wifi was fine, watched a movie on my phone. They do have DVD selection. Pretty tired after hiking in Volcano NP, so didn't really need TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
This guest has written a review that does not relate to Entabeni Cottage. We are in Hana and there are no coqui frogs in the Hana area on Maui. We also do not have any outdoor toilet by a washer and dryer. I think this guest is confusing us with another stay. Please do not post this review to our website on VRBO.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in a Garden of Eden
Unbelievable gem near Hana with incredible views, fresh eggs, and an arboretum around it. It was like being in a dense tropical rainforest except it was planned and cared for by the owners. Im a goer, climbed Haleakala by bike the day before I rented it, the the place caused me to slow down, listen to nature and appreciate the silence and beauty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roman I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Absolutely amazing property and cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful property
We really enjoyed our stay. We spent most of the first night just looking at the night sky in the breezes and darkness. Very clean and well-maintained. The gardens in the property are really something. And I’m very grateful to Terry and Michael for the heads up on need for black sands beach reservations. It’s a pretty remote place and with Hana Road being what it is, you’re far away from “resort” style experience, which we got on out last night in Maui in Lahaina. So if that’s what you want, be aware of that. But I would strongly recommend this location for any adults looking to see a wilder Maui.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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Hana
I didn’t want to drive the road to Hana out and back in one day. This was the perfect location to take a break and enjoy a great sunset from the room. Thanks for opening your home to us!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous tranquil cottage in a beautiful lush rainforest, miles from anywhere with gorgeous views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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Peaceful getaway
We enjoyed our stay at Entabeni. The views were spectacular. The place offered just what we were looking for: a quiet, peaceful, secluded location. Terry warmly greeted us and provided a lovely tour of the cottage and property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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Beautiful!
This is a fantastic location with a wonderful host! Thank you so much! We want to come back already!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita T.

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Beautiful, peaceful tranquility
Perfect getaway - felt like more 'authentic' Hawaii than other areas of Maui, with gorgeous natural landscape and sweeping views of the Pacific. Hosts were friendly and helpful - even arranged for fresh Mahi Mahi to be grilled on our Lanai BBQ - one of our best dinners while on Maui! Would highly recommend this VRBO for a peaceful, tranquil getaway - everything you need at your fingertips, including beautiful Hawaiin art throughout. We especially loved our morning coffees on the lanai with our friendly resident cat 'Kit'! Nearby Hana (15 min drive away) is a quiet laid-back town with beautiful, quiet beaches in the vicinity including the spectacular Black Sand Beach (reservations required but well worth it).
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
This property is amazing with a beautiful tropical garden and gorgeous views of the ocean from the back deck. Owners are very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori W., Richboro, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in cottage!
We had the most amazing time staying in this beautiful cottage and exploring all that East Maui has to offer. The cottage is perfect - Terry and Michael have thought of everything that you could need, making this a wonderful place to stay. It is located on the most beautiful grounds with lavish gardens all around it. Fresh eggs for breakfast every day and even some delicious apple bananas from the garden! We can't say enough great things - it was our favorite place in our 2 weeks in Maui and we were so happy we were there for 4 nights! We will definitely stay here again if we get the chance to return to Maui!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay Along Road To Hana
A great location if you are looking to break up your road to Hana or looking to stay for a while longer. The owner is very friendly and helpful, and the house and grounds are beautiful. Sleeping at night with all the windows and doors open is amazing. House has everything you need. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023