Wake up in your cozy private jungle retreat nestled in the lush serenity of the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. All stays include a private guided Sanctuary tour. Enjoy yoga, sound baths, and other experiences on site, take a morning walk for fresh brew and coffee tours at Mountain Thunder Coffee, or explore 6 miles of nearby hiking trails. A peaceful nature immersion just 20 minutes from Kona town and beaches, perfect for retreat groups and families. Explore more on the Kona Cloud Forest website.<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />12 minutes from Kona Airport, Hale Punana is a private 5-bedroom retreat designed for rest, connection, and inspiration. Just steps from the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, your stay includes easy access to guided forest walks, yoga, sound baths, and immersive wellness experiences.<br />Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed home with ample space for gathering and grounding. The full kitchen is equipped with everything you need to cook and share meals, centered around a handcrafted monkey pod table that seats 10, perfect for long conversations and shared moments over food.<br /><br />The open-concept living area features a large sectional sofa and open floor space, ideal for group circles, stretching, journaling, games, or simply unwinding after a day of exploring.<br /><br />While the home does not have air conditioning, it stays naturally cool. Nestled in the forest at 3,000 ft elevation the temperatures are about 10–12 degrees cooler than the coastline. There is a wood-burning fireplace and space heaters for quick warmth when the early mornings are crisp and cool.<br /><br />Sleeping configurations are as follows:<br /><br />2 bedrooms with king beds that can each be converted into two twin XL beds in each room<br /><br />1 bedroom with two bunk beds (full bed on the bottom, twin on top)<br /><br />1 bedroom with a queen bed and full trundle pull-out<br /><br />1 bedroom with a full-size bed<br /><br />Whether you’re here for a retreat, to deepen connection with family and friends, or simply to slow down, Hale Punana offers a peaceful escape, close to beaches, coffee farms, hikes, and Kona town.<br /><br /><b>Guest access</b><br />As a guest at Hale Punana, you’ll have full private access to the home, including all five bedrooms, three bathrooms, the kitchen, living spaces, and outdoor areas immediately surrounding the house.<br /><br />The property is nestled within the larger Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, a protected and ecologically sensitive area. While guests are welcome to enjoy the natural beauty nearby, certain areas of the sanctuary are limited to guided visits only to protect the land and ensure guest safety.<br /><br />If you’d like, we’re happy to offer a brief orientation on your first day to show you which areas around the home are accessible for quiet exploration on your own. For a deeper experience, we warmly invite you to join one of our guided forest tours offered through the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. These immersive walks provide rich insight into the ecology, culture, and sacredness of this unique environment. Please look up our website for more information.<br /><br />We also have a beautiful outdoor pavilion that can accommodate up to 10 people for yoga or group gatherings. This space is available upon request and based on availability, please let us know in advance if you'd like to include it in your stay.<br /><br /><b>Registration Details</b><br />GE-134-806-4768-01, TA-134-806-4768-01