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Hawaiian Retreat

88%

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60 reviews

· Nanawale Estates, Hawaii, Hawaii

6 acres hosted by Janelle H.

6 lodging sites

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Romantic

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Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Welcome to old Hawaii, the village of Koae, Big Island, Hawaii! Our forest features 12 old mangos and 50 types of tropical fruit. The 6 acres includes Josanna's Organic garden, a WWOOF farm experience. This space has hosted thousands of people over it's 45 year history and we welcome people to our island and to the district of Puna. We look forward to introducing you to the diverse and delicious fruits of the jungle!

Activities

Fishing

Hiking

Horseback riding

Paddling

Natural features

Beach

Forest

Hot spring

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Reviews

88% Recommend69 ratings · 60 reviews

Christina C.

1 review

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· April 2025

Nature Cottage

Jungle Nature Cottage

If you are looking for an off-the-grid, rustic, fruit-jungle experience. Janelle's Hawaiian Retreat is for you! Be prepared to unwind in this beautiful, bountiful homestead. A comfortable bed, flushing toilet, gas stovetop, fridge/freezer and outside hot shower make this an affordable paradise! You won't be disappointed! Mahalo~

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Bennett H.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

Namaste Cottage

Janelle was so kind and we felt at home right away. The setting was rustic but still had everything we needed and we enjoyed the complimentary fruit from the farm in the morning. Would stay there again if we’re coming that way!

Sergio M.

5 reviews

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· September 2024

Hazel Mae Adventure Cottage

Peaceful, quiet, relaxing, very beautiful property

Sarah C.

10 months on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· September 2024

Definitely not Namaste

Namaste Cottage

Showed up to the site and was yelled at by the extremely rude host that she was not ready and we needed to leave. We had already paid and still have not received our full refund. We are born and raised on the big island and can tell you there are many nicer hosts to stay with and avoid this place at all costs. They have no Aloha. Definitely not “namaste”. If you can , rent from locals and not mainlanders who use our culture for greed and treat locals poorly.

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Sheena A.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

I wan' na stay at Namaste

Namaste Cottage

Beautiful artwork in a private room. Private cooking facilities and access to shared bathroom facilities including hot showers on demand. Access to fruit stand that is well stocked with local fruit and vegetable varieties grown on site. Surrounded by well-maintained landscaping.

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Jen D.

3 reviews

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· June 2024

Beautiful jungle adventure

Jungle Nature Cottage

Lovely place. Well kept up. Beautiful jungle place. Stores and things to do are about a 20 min car ride away. The farm hands and host Janelle are very nice and helpful.

Location

Nanawale Estates, Hawaii, Hawaii, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nā moku ʻehā First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking