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Amazing VIEWS, Spacious, Farmstead Living, Hosts with Aloha

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Pet-friendly
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Amazing VIEWS, Spacious, Farmstead Living, Hosts with Aloha

Always In Season Farmstead Suite sits in a park-like setting with majestic views. This Eco-friendly upcountry property will take your breath away. Spacious, Country Living, Hosts with Aloha.

We are upcountry, so the climate is delightful. There is so much privacy that it feels like you are on thousands of acres.

Executive Suite for the price of a studio. Enjoy the spirit of Aloha in this private setting with a fruit orchard and gorgeous ornamental and edible gardens accompanied by a magnificent view of the ocean and the nearby Island of Maui.

The property is located eight minutes from Hawi Town, a quaint artist village offering many Eco-activities, great hiking, restaurants, and live entertainment. We are close to excellent snorkeling, swimming, and the best beaches and hiking.

There are only two units on the property. Therefore, you have privacy and quiet. The Zen Pond adds a centerpiece to the diverse landscape. Enjoy a majestic view from your bedroom, lush gardens, and rolling hills down to the sea. At night, enjoy the heavenly skies.

Accommodations include an oversized bedroom, a king bed, and a lovely private bathroom. We converted our double garage into a spacious, equipped kitchenette and living and dining area. Here you will find a library of various books and games. The spacious, 500 sq feet furnished area offers a beautiful garden view when the doors are open. The laundry room for the property is in this area. There is also a delightful courtyard and BBQ area where you can dine outside.

During your stay, you are also invited to harvest whatever you can eat from our orchards and gardens.

We live on the property, but you will have complete privacy and access to us if you need anything. We have one rule at Always In Season; if you need anything, just ask.

At Always in Season, our home is powered by the sun. Forest, pastures, and ranch land surround us, with a few other county homes in sight. We compost, recycle and are avid gardeners.

We are your hosts, Donna and Kevin, and we have years of experience on the Island. We enjoy sharing the special places we have discovered here and assisting you in any way we can to help you have a memorable vacation on the magnificent Big Island. We can arrange for a message in your room and guide you to other health practitioners.


Kevin and I have been professional chefs and bakers since 1982. We know how to prepare delightful meals to your specifications and love to teach others what we have learned. We also offer Culinary Classes with a Farm-to-Table Meal and Culinary Healing Arts Retreats. Here are the options we can provide during your stay.

Option: A magnificent place for an intimate wedding or small celebration with a catered meal. Call us for details.

Option: We also offer holistic culinary classes and farm-to-table meals. Harvest from the fruit orchard and edible gardens, indulge in the Island's flavors, and relish in the Aloha spirit in this majestic scenic setting.

Option: For $30 a person, we offer a self-serve organic continental breakfast, including yogurt, homemade granola, local hard-boiled eggs, fresh fruit, juice, coffee and tea, sourdough bread, local jam, and honey. We can accommodate special diets.

Option: Ask us about a custom meal plan.

Option: Enjoy a 2-hour Nature Therapy Session with your host and positivity coach, Donna Maltz. Adventure in a place you would never find on your own for a life-altering breakthrough session in beauty. $200.



ANSWERS TO FAQ
Are there bugs?
This is Hawaii, and there are friendly geckos but few insects and no noisy coqui frogs.

How close to the beaches, swimming, and snorkeling?
We are just 15 minutes from Mahukona Beach Park, offering fantastic snorkeling and swimming, but no sand. Sandy beaches are just 30 minutes away.

What is the climate like?
We are upcountry, so the climate is delightful and cooler than the hot coast.

Do we need to rent a car?
Yes. We can offer suggestions on car rental options.

Best place to buy groceries?
Takata Grocery and Kohala Grown in Hawi town offer some good food options. If you stay awhile, it is recommended to stop at Costo, Island Natural Foods, or other large grocery stores in Kona before you head to rural Hawi.

What about Farmer's Markets?
There is a Saturday Farmers Market in Hawi and two other great farmers' markets in Waimea. There is also a Wednesday Farmers Market in Waimea.

Thrift Stores?
YES, Great ones.

Are there good restaurants nearby?
There are several good restaurants in Hawi and many more choices just 30 minutes away in Waimea.

Do you have beach gear?
We supply you with boogie boards, beach chairs, and towels, and we have basic snorkel gear.

Got more questions? Don't hesitate to ask.

PS: North Kohala is known for its marvelous art galleries.

We look forward to meeting you at Always In Season
Aloha awaits you.
Kevin and Donna Maltz

To summarize, Fantastic VIEWS, Spacious, Country Living, Hosts with ALOHA.


Property manager

Donna Maltz

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: on approval -$50 non-refundable pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 1 child

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number W88832639-01, TA-145-411-6864-01, 560030360000

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Amazing Views Spacious Farmstead Living Hosts Aloha House Hawi
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About the area

Map
Hawi, HI

What's nearby

  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2 - 10 min drive
  • ATV Outfitters - 16 min drive
  • Kohala Historical Sites State Monument - 20 min drive
  • Mookini Heiau - 24 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kings View Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gill's Lanai - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kohala Coffee Mill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing VIEWS, Spacious, Farmstead Living, Hosts with Aloha pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing VIEWS, Spacious, Farmstead Living, Hosts with Aloha?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing VIEWS, Spacious, Farmstead Living, Hosts with Aloha?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing VIEWS, Spacious, Farmstead Living, Hosts with Aloha located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Big Island Eco Adventures 2, Kamehameha Park, and Kamehameha Statue. Kohala Historical Sites State Monument and Mookini Heiau are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Amazing VIEWS, Spacious, Farmstead Living, Hosts with Aloha Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rich A.

Amazing property! Wonderful hosts!!
The beautiful grounds are an oasis and a wonderful retreat after a day at the beach. Donna and Kevin are wonderful hosts and a wealth of knowledge for activities in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond J.

Our stay
Very relaxing environment. Spacious and a king size bed, which is a must for us.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

A retreat for sure!
What a lovely and peaceful property! Truly a retreat. The views are spectacular and our hosts were, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

A perfect getaway!
We had a marvelous time; Donna and Kevin are the consummate hosts. The location is picture-perfect. Even with the accurate description, our stay exceeded our expectations! We will return to this slice of heaven!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

maurice f.

Mick and Norma
Wonderful property and the wind was somewhat relentless.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

gsw s.

Best of the Big Island
The most enjoyable place, people, and experience we had on our trip to the Big Island! Tops in every respect. “a hui ho!”
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

bday getaway
The property offers expansive and gorgeous views while relaxing in unique and thoughtfully creative spaces. We enjoyed the large rooms and wonderful artwork. Our hosts greeted us with a warmth and inclusiveness that was unexpected and lovely, providing insights into the area that were so interesting - we are very glad we found "Always in Season" and would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Hawi Oasis
Our new little slice of heaven on the North end of the Big Island! Kevin and Donna are gracious hosts, knowledgable of all things local and pleasant to be around. The grounds are an extra bonus for us as we appreciate the fauna, landscape and new birds to identify! The orange blossom fragrance on the property was epic and surreal. We will be back again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Great Pick! Relaxing, beautiful, welcoming!
We had a great time staying at this property. We live on Island and like to get out once in a while to experience different areas. This property was so very nice - clean, well appointed, beautiful grounds, and very relaxing! Donna is awesome and very knowledgeable. She's so fun to talk to and happy to share tips about great places to hike to, things to do, places to eat, etc. The property itself is really amazing and would be especially interesting to anyone interested in farming, gardening, landscape, sustainability, etc. We are looking forward to staying there again in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Jan W., Fort Collins, CO, USA

Paradise found!
We truly enjoyed our stay here. The grounds are beautiful, and we loved walking around them. The entry says it all as you drive in through a lush forest. We felt at-home, and our hosts were very personable, and made us feel so welcome, along with their sweet dogs and cat! Be aware that that the kitchen and laundry room are in the garage with a working garage door. Fairly well stocked, but not for cooking on a true stove/oven. But that's fine as long as you don't need them, and you can use the grill, though we preferred eating out in the two nearby towns for lunch or dinner. Such a sweet place to call home in between snorkeling, hiking, and exploring this beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tina g.

PEACEFUL & PERFECT
Our stay with Donna was wonderful. She is a terrific hostess, sorry Kevin was away during our stay, hopefully we will meet him next time(yes we will definitely return). Our accommodations were very roomy, comfy & CLEAN! They certainly have an awesome slice of paradise and we are very lucky that they choose to share it!!! We really enjoyed having breakfast (usually fresh fruit) outside every morning, their property is lush and beautiful. Donna gave us lots of useful info about dining, hiking, sightseeing, farmers markets etc. Having Chester(her dog) around was great for 2 dog lovers like us; he was very well behaved and honestly we wish he would have spent more time with us:) This was one of the best VRBO's we've stayed at. Highly recommend Always In Season Retreat!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Wonderful hosts in a unique setting
We have been coming to the Big Island at least twice a year for the last ten years. After two years of staying in luxury hotels and bed and breakfasts in the Kona area, we finally "discovered" Hawi and the North Kohala coast and began renting a house for our visits over the last eight years. Looking for a stronger connection to the people and community life of Hawi we decided to try staying at Donna and Kevin's house. Although not as private (or expensive) as the house we had been renting) we immediately fell in love with this beautiful microfarm overlooking the coast and Maui. Donna and Kevin were perfect hosts, helpful and friendly but also giving us complete privacy. The sitting room adjacent to our suite has a beautiful ocean and garden view and was the perfect place to read a book, write or work on your computer if the need arises. Donna and Kevin have created a wonderful oasis for visitors looking to experience the beauty and spiritual richness of Big Island life.

8/10 Good

Dawn W.

If the weather isn't ideal, not a great base
When planning our stay, I didn't realize the main living area is a converted garage with the sleeping and bathroom areas separate (you need to go outside to go between). The kitchen has a full fridge and a good number of appliances but is just a single counter without a stove in a relatively dark room. To get good light you need the garage door open which isn't particularly feasible when it's stormy and is far from private as it's opens onto the main driveway. The weather was very stormy while we were there so we spent each day driving to other parts of the island and only returning at night as there wasn't a nice place to relax if you couldn't relax outdoors. The farm property is lovely with nice views and lots of fresh fruit. The owners are friendly and will stop by each day to check on you and recommend activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Martha L., Makawao, HI

Very Quiet, Secluded, Peaceful
We stayed at this property for 2 nights in mid-July. Very quiet, peaceful, off the beaten-path, yet not that far to Hawi town. Nice sized room, bed was very comfortable. Kitchen/living room area is actually a converted garage, but it is a nice place to hang out and cook. Kitchen is not connnected to bedroom--you have to walk outside and go next door to the kitchen. Unfortunately it was very hot when we were there (the first of the 2015 hurricanes had messed with the usual trade winds) and there is no AC--which you don't usually need, but there was an overhead fan and a plug in fan in the closet which helped. Lots of dishes, guidebooks, water toys to use. I would recommend a few more cooking utensils such as spatulas and wooden spoons, but we made do. All in all, a very nice place to stay when you are in this part of the Big Island. There are apparently new caretakers but they were very nice and friendly. And we loved Chester the dog and Buddha (?) the cat!

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

We stayed with Donna and her husband and the property is beautiful. They were very welcoming and helpful. We weren’t around much because we were driving around the island, but they have been there for years and they know a bunch of cool spots to go to. Work 10/10 recommend and will be back in the future!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

Gorgeous property, warm hosts
This part of the Big Island turned out to be my favorite. It's uncrowded, laid back, cooler than the rest of the island, and oh so beautiful. The hosts were warm and friendlly and gave me amazing advice on what to do. The rooms were filled with Donna's gorgeous photography. This was a special and unforgettable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F.

Glorious!
I'm not overstating that Donna and Kevin's home is idyllic. Peaceful with lush landscaping and beautiful views. Donna was very kind and extremely helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

merav k.

A literal paradise
5-stars, can't wait to come back, we didn't want to leave. Kevin and Donna are gracious hosts with an abundance of aloha. The space is exceptionally comfortable and well-appointed with every small touch and detail considered to provide top notch hospitality. Beautiful views of the ocean and Maui, close to charming Hawi town, situated on the enchanting Kohala coast, fruit trees and birdsong.... The property is a slice of heaven in a magical part of the big island, this wonderful gem simply can't be captured in words or pictures.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fay S.

Perfection in Paradise
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this gorgeous location in Havi. If you like plants the grounds are quite lush with beautiful plantings. It was quite and private and the hosts were very friendly and helpful offering to mail some of the clothes we accidentally left in the dryer. We definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary p., Spokane, WA

Paradise found!
Deeply relaxing environment with lush tropical abundance outside, luxurious comfort inside. Hosts respect privacy yet helpful and friendly. Paradise!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen N., Morrison

Quiet retreat
We so enjoyed the North Kohala coast and the hospitality of Kevin and Donna and their beautiful property matched this serene place. We will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

CARLO P.

Tranquility Base
Donna and Kevin could have been better and more helpful hosts. The property and neighbourhood was beautiful, lush, full of tropical plants with beautiful night skies, ocean views and if clear, reach out and touch Maui. Room very large and comfortable with an even larger kitchen and lounge area inside not to mention lawn area with table and benches and lounge chairs for relaxing. Would we stay here again? In a heart beat. Mahalo Donna and Kevin....Aloha
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Living indoors or outdoors in paradise
What a beautiful tranquil getaway with privacy and the feeling of living outdoors. We loved our visits with Kevin and Donna, people who are long-time residents of Hawaii and know all the great places to go. We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen M., Newark

Beautiful setting
Thank you so much for having us! We loved the beautiful areas around Hawi.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

zev g.

Gorgeous setting loaded with amenities great 👍🏾
Donna was a warm and generous host. Everything tip-top, clean and well cared for. Would happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018