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Gingerhill Farm Retreat. Commune with Nature In South Kona.

Gingerhill Farm Retreat. Commune with Nature In South Kona.

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Overview of Gingerhill Farm Retreat. Commune with Nature In South Kona.

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Check out the area

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Kealakekua, HI
  • Popular LocationCaptain Cook Monument14 min drive
  • Popular LocationKeauhou Bay Beach14 min drive
  • Popular LocationKahalu'u Beach Park15 min drive
  • AirportKailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Gingerhill Farm Retreat. Commune with Nature In South Kona.

Gingerhill Farm is located on five acres of organic orchards and gardens nestled just above famous Kealakekua Bay. We offer serenity and escape mere minutes away from local restaurants and shops.

The Sunset Suite is a large room in the main house with private bathroom and shower. It has a queen and a twin bed. Relax on the deck in the evenings as you enjoy breathtaking images of the sun setting over the Pacific.

Take a stroll through our gardens and then marvel at the sunset from one of various scenic decks. Hike down to Kealakekua Bay and swim with the Dolphins. Gingerhill Farm offers an exotic escape from the hustle and bustle of 21st century living.

In our commitment to promoting transparency we would like to say that there is more to sustainable agriculture than whether you use chemical fertilizer or organic pellets. Here at Gingerhill Farm we heed our role as stewards of the land and commit to practices which improve the health of our acreage year after year. This means we spray no insecticides or herbicides. It also means that in Hawaii, a subtropical island, we experience intervals of mosquito or termite pressure. Resonant Coqui frogs, native to Puerto Rico, sing at night and sound like crickets. We consider these players as part of our ecosystem, and strive to maintain a balance. Our grounds are beautiful and fertile, partly tamed and partly wild. We ask that guests understand these dynamics and book accordingly.

Property manager

owner/property manager

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Breakfast available

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number TA-147-004-4672-01, GE-147-004-4672-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Kealakekua

Located in Kealakekua, this apartment is by the sea. Magic Sands Beach and Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Greenwell Farms and Kona Boys Inc. Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden and Donkey Balls Factory and Store are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Kealakekua, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Country Club - 12 min drive
  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 14 min drive
  • Captain Cook Monument - 14 min drive
  • Keauhou Bay Beach - 14 min drive
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Teshima's Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 20 min walk
  • Kona Joe Coffee - 5 min drive
  • The Coffee Shack - 5 min drive
  • Kona Grill House - 2 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and beautiful place
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Gingerhill Farm. The room was spacious with the beautiful view over the garden and the ocean - perfect place to watch Sunsets. Iris and Zach welcomed us with fruits and eggs from their farm; this was a perfect snack after a long flight. We were worried about mosquitoes, haven't had a single bite around our room and patio. I did find some mosquitoes around the area with the chicken when the local cat was showing me around the place. The location was perfect for us. It is close to all the main snorkeling spots: 5 mins from the trail to Captain Cook Monument, 15 mins to Two Steps and Kahalu'u Park. It's close to some great restaurant, but it feels very quiet and remote. I loved the sound of frogs and beautiful starry skies on a clear night. We would love to come back next time we are visiting big island.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Lush Retreat
We loved our stay in this uniquely quiet, fecund, friendly and beautiful spot. Our space was lovely and well-appointed, Sylvia was a competent and beyond-friendly host and we delighted in all the fruit trees, flowers and most especially, the animals. We hope to return and offer all the bright beings of Gingerhill Farm our aloha and mahalo.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Peaceful retreat off the beaten path
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

One of the best views on the island
We enjoyed a very special week at GingerHill in February. The room was clean, bright, and spacious. Despite being very close to town, the environment is quiet and reminiscent of old Hawaii. The best feature is sitting on the deck and gazing upon the distant ocean through gorgeous, gorgeous landscaping! Mayomi, Zach, and Lisa were particularly kind and friendly hosts. This will absolutely be our first choice when we return. Mahalo.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mak W.

Peaceful setting
We were welcomed to this peaceful setting by the owner. Our bedroom overlooked a beautiful setting and our shared kitchen was adequate for our needs. The private shower was hot and the bathroom was clean and functional. The owner was very gentle and provided us with pots and pans to fix our dinner and pleasant conversation and information. The isolated location provided privacy and the night sky was beautiful with no ambient light to interfere with star gazing. An enjoyable stay with adequate parking. Local farmers market nearby and a zen ambiance in effect at this rental. I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2015

About the host

Hosted by owner/property manager

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Iris and Zach, met on Iris's native island of 'Magic' in Brazil. It is their dream to one day teach people from all over the world how to live sustainably in community, a return to the village model. As co directors of Gingerhill Farm on the Big Island, they teach the Sustainable Living Course and host guests from all over the world who come to grow and cook the healthiest foods and practice yoga and meditation. Come and try the Gingerhill Farm lifestyle and see if it doesnt agree with you. Namastê.

Why they chose this property

South Kona's "Greenbelt," has long been known for farming, especially coffee. Lush growth and farms, cute stores, antiques and cafes dot the road down to Historic Kealakekua Bay where Captain Cook once "discovered" Hawaii and where tourists now swim with the Dolphins. We chose this property because of its deep volcanic soil, ideal elevation and breathtaking ocean views.

What makes this property unique

Now that the gardens and orchards are mature, we love being able to harvest a huge variety of nutrient-dense food from our land. Visitors are always blown away by our Garden of Eden-style food forests.
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