Artsy Cabin on Organic Farm

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much when I pulled up to this place – I mean, “artsy cabin on organic farm” sounds like it could go either way, right? But honestly, within five minutes of walking through the door, I got it. The whole space has this genuine creative energy that doesn’t feel forced or Instagram-staged. There are local paintings on the walls (actually good ones, not the usual hotel art), handmade pottery scattered around, and these amazing woven textiles that I’m pretty sure came from somewhere nearby. The cabin itself is compact but thoughtfully designed – every corner serves a purpose, and there’s this cozy reading nook by the window where I ended up spending way more time than planned.

What really sets this place apart is being right on a working organic farm. I mean, you wake up to actual roosters (fair warning if you’re not a morning person), and there’s something pretty magical about having your coffee while watching the farmers tend to their crops. The owners – who actually live on the property – know everything about the area and will point you toward the best hiking trails and that little farmers market on Saturday mornings that most tourists never find. The whole setup feels authentic in a way that’s hard to fake. You can walk through the vegetable gardens, and depending on the season, they’ll let you pick herbs or tomatoes for your meals. The kitchen in the cabin is small but well-equipped, which is perfect since there’s amazing fresh produce literally steps away.

Now, let’s be real about what you’re getting – this is a 3-star place with an 8.3 rating, so don’t expect luxury resort amenities. The shower has great pressure but the bathroom’s tiny, and if you’re someone who needs complete silence to sleep, those roosters I mentioned start their thing around 5:30 AM. But honestly? Most people find the whole experience charming rather than annoying. The WiFi is solid (I worked remotely for a few days without issues), parking is easy since you’re basically in the countryside, and check-in was refreshingly personal – no formal front desk, just the owners genuinely excited to share their space. If you’re looking for a place that feels like a real escape from city life without being too rustic, and you appreciate staying somewhere with actual character and story behind it, this cabin delivers. Plus, you’ll leave with some great photos and probably a few jars of homemade jam the owners insist you take home.

Rooms

• Deluxe Double Room with Sea View with 1 large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Eve from Australia (9/10)

  Carolina’s place is a perfect base for exploring the southern part of the Big Island. Could’ve stayed longer! make sure you enjoy the stars at night!

• James from United States (8/10)

  The front porch, bidet, and shower were very nice. There were plenty of cooking necessities in the fridge and kitchen. Really convenient for very interesting places to visit on the south coast of the Big Island.

• Haida from Canada (9/10)

  I loved the symphony that nature played…music for my heart and soul. I loved how natural and private all the “outdoor rooms” felt. It was truly a place I could rest and recharge. Had an amazing dream inspired by the land. Beautiful sunrise in the morning viewed through the French doors.

• Janet from United States (9/10)

  We thought the place was charming, and a nice change of pace for one night. We did not use the outdoor shower but the other outdoor plumbing facilities were fine, the cabin was cute, and the bed was very comfortable. The kitchen seemed well stocked with cooking equipment. After reading some reviews mentioning mosquitos I was a little concerned because my husband is a mosquito magnet, but our hostess provided lots of coils etc and we had no problem. Carolina the hostess is also very charming and we enjoyed chatting with her…also appreciated some insider tips she gave us.

• Yann from France (9/10)

  Carolina is an amazing host. We loved our stay in these quiet and comfy place in nature.
  A wonderful off-grid experience in the middle of vegetation and animals. we really appreciated the delicious breakfast she made.

• Daryle from United States (9/10)

  Artsy cabin is a great name for this place since Carolina is an artist and animal and nature lover. The view of the sky was amazing as we watched the full moon from our porch. The bed was very comfortable although high. Outdoor bathing was refreshing. The toilet is fine with a tiny walk. The breakfast was two homemade slices of Carolinas amazing sourdough bread. A top one was a farm fresh egg the other was our choice of either peanut butter or cheese. There was a French press to prepare our own coffee and juice was offered. Comfort not luxury here but Carolina is a sweet, accommodating, interesting woman.

• Kenny from Canada (6/10)

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• Brenda from United States (6/10)

  The ocean view and night sky were amazing. The bed while high was fairly comfortable.

• Barbara from United States (4/10)

  Carolina, the host, was warm, welcoming, and willing to make our stay as pleasant as possible. Though she offered, we declined the breakfast (even the free one the first day), as we rarely eat breakfast as long as we have coffee available, which we did. The French press coffee available in the outdoor kitchen was what we use at home and was very tasty. Carolina offered raw goat’s milk, but we bought half and half at the local gas station/mini mart, as that is what I was used to. The outdoor covered sitting area was comfortable and a great place to read a book or check my emails and texts, thanks to the WiFi and comfy seating. The weather was good – warm with a lightly cool breeze.
  The bed in the cottage has a comfortable mattress, plenty of pillows and light blankets (perfect for the temps in Naalehu). I’m an animal lover and my favorite are goats, so I was delighted to see one nearby when I left the cabin in the morning. And the chickens with their little chicks and the friendly dogs gave this place a "homey" atmosphere. And finally, for us, the location is ideal. We own a home that is vacant and for sale in Discovery Harbour, so this cabin was within walking distance to that, and is why I chose the cabin on Booking.com.

• Anna from United States (9/10)

  Prepare to be delighted; Carolina is an incredible host, making the entire experience at her farm a wonderful time. I love the vegetation, outdoor/ open kitchen bath, and the cabin was very comfortable. Live the off grid experience! But! There’s Wi-Fi 🙂 and it was also very good.

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