Perched on a 650-ft cliff, Hale Kukui offers a spectacular escape overlooking Waipio Valley. Gaze out to the vast open ocean and embrace the rugged, awe-inspiring coastline while immersing yourself in the epic views of 1000-foot cliffs that paint the horizon. With 3 distinctive cottages to select from, your perfect Hawaiian haven awaits. Join us in paradise, where stunning vistas, lush organic orchards, and the tranquil beauty of the Hamakua Coast come together for an unforgettable experience!<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />Between 2012 and 2013 Hale Kukui has received lots of positive recognition. The Lonely Planet travel guide said, 'These three tranquil and secluded cottage/units all have wonderful views and pleasing decor, but the perspective of Waipi'o from the detached cottage may make you forget your name.'<br /><br />Southeby's international real estate magazine cover photo features the view from the property. <br /><br />HGTV and Aloha Magazine did features on this unique property as well in 2013. <br />Organic orchard, 3 cottages and caretaker's house sits back on 750' cliff above Waipio Valley, and looks to the ocean Southeast, North and Northwest up the undeveloped rugged coastline. Sometimes there are a multitude of waterfalls seen cascading down 1000' cliffs into the sea. Gaze at lush greenery, frequent rainbows, especially during the wet season (Winter/Spring). Epic views face 23 miles of these 1000' cliffs, backed up by undeveloped jungle. Whales jumping and breaching can be seen from the property during the winter/spring. Maui is visible on clear days. The area boasts a perfect climate of just enough rain to keep the streams going and the flowers blooming, cool trades off the ocean, and a daytime year-round temperature of between 70 and 85 degrees, with cooler nights. <br /><br />The property is landscaped with a vast variety of exotic trees, ferns, orchids, palms, flowering shrubs and exotic fruits to pick. We are in the early stages of growing Vanilla, Cocoa, black sapote (Chocolate pudding tree), Cashew and Macadamia nut trees. Try our fully mature(when in season) hamakua coast coffee beans, mangoes, mangosteens, avocados, pomelo, Jackfruit, papaya, passion fruit, soursop, breadfruit, rambutan, lychee nuts, starfruit, Brazilian cherries, jaboticaba, cherymoya, mountain apples, true cinnamon, cloves, Miracle berries, a variety of citrus, bananas and much more grown on the property. <br /><br />Walk out to the point for one of the best views on the island. <br /><br />Walk along the cliff's edge/ocean path or explore the path through bamboo. Both short easy walks take you to an opening on the picturesque lawn going down to the cliff's edge. <br /><br />Listen to the peaceful sounds of the Waiulili Stream and our waterfall running through the property and then over a 650' cliff. Waipio Lookout is 1/2 mile away . Access to Valley only by Waipio private tours .Enjoy the peace and privacy of your own suite complete with private outdoor soaker tub. <br /><br />Explore the quaint town of Honoka'a 10 minutes away with theater, restaurants,several quaint shops featuring locally made goods, outdoor farmers market, gas, groceries and a hospital/clinic.<br /><br />No children under 6<br /><br /><b>Guest access</b><br />There are 3 rustic cottages on property with lanais and the 2 bedroom and Orchard cottage have outdoor soaking tubs. Our rates are between $239-$289 per night. <br /><br />**TAX of 14.72% is NOT included in the rate and will be an additional charge when you arrive. **<br /><br />Upon booking you are agreeing to pay the TAX@14.72%when you arrive.<br />The total amount will be listed at the beginning of your confirmation email and payment due upon arrival. Again, Hawaii accommodation TAX is 14.72% and is NOT included in the published price.<br /><br />Reserve for a full week and the 7th night is free. See you soon! <br /><br />There are geckos on property. They do make their way inside of the cottages so you may see them inside.<br /><br />Safe easy access from airports in Hilo, Waimea or Kona.<br /><br />Stocked kitchens, towels, linens and easy beautiful drives to anywhere they would want to go on the island from Volcanoes national park, to surf spots, black or white sand beaches, best shopping, famous Akaka falls and botanical gardens, great restaurants, farmers markets, horseback riding, hiking, biking, camping..<br /><br /><b>Other things to note</b><br />TAX will be collected separately through AirBB Resolution Center after you arrive .<br /><br />Caution!! we don't recommend going near the cliff's edge which may be unstable or walking under coconut trees because the nuts occasionally fall and may be deadly. The trail into the gulch is closed. Do not climb down into the gulch.<br /><br /><b>Registration Details</b><br />TA-111-061-2480-01
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