Ohana Hale at Kahua Ranch - Private Ranch Paradise in Kohala -
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Setting
Ohana Hale is a private two-bedroom apartment on Kahua Ranch, a 4,000-acre working ranch in the Kohala Mountains near Kamuela (Waimea). The ranch raises sheep, cattle and horses and also has a pig; the rural mountain setting offers pasture and mountain views, with open grounds for strolling and stargazing. The home itself does not have full ocean views.
Rooms
The Hale has a queen master bedroom with its own flat-screen TV and a second, surf-themed bedroom with a full-size bed. A twin-size daybed in the living room can accommodate a fifth guest, and the unit has one full bathroom. Organic cotton sheets, plush bedding, towels and spacious bedroom closets are provided.
Amenities
A stocked kitchen includes a full stove, refrigerator, microwave, countertop oven and dishwasher. The apartment also has a washer and dryer, heating, cable TV, an Amazon Fire TV, and paid Wi-Fi. A patio sun deck under the pines has a barbecue grill, with free parking on site.
Activities & Dining
Horseback riding and a ranch barbecue dinner are available at Kahua Ranch; discounts at the stable may be available when arranged in advance. The ranch setting also lends itself to animal walks and birdwatching. Waimea and Hawi offer dining and local shops, while restaurants in the wider area include Cipriano’s Kitchen, Seafood Bar and Grill, and Ke Aloha Wagon.
Area
The ranch is between Waimea and historic Hawi. Hapuna and Mauna Kea beaches are described as a 20–30-minute drive south, while Pololu Valley’s black-sand beach is about 30 minutes away through Hawi. Waimea-Kohala Airport is 18.55 km away; Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is 50.72 km away and Hilo International Airport is 89.41 km away.
Best for
This property suits families or small groups seeking a self-catering stay in a quiet ranch and mountain setting: it has two bedrooms, a living-room daybed for a fifth guest, a kitchen, laundry facilities and a crib. It is also a good fit for travelers planning outdoor activities, with beaches, trails, ranch activities and birdwatching options reachable by car.
Travel tips
Plan to drive: the ranch is in a rural area, and the listed airports and restaurants are some distance away. Allow roughly 20–30 minutes to reach Hapuna or Mauna Kea beaches and about 30 minutes to reach Pololu Valley through Hawi, with drive times subject to traffic. Arrange horseback riding in advance if you want to ask about the stable discount.
What guests say
The provided review excerpts highlight the appealing setting and beauty of the property, as well as an accommodating host. One excerpt appreciates the more remote location and slower island pace. The excerpts do not identify recurring complaints or other specific themes.
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