The Barn at Kohala
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Setting
The Barn at Kohala is a restored former ranch barn turned guest home in North Kohala, at approximately 1,800 feet elevation. Its countryside setting is described as cool and breezy, with nearby pastures, horses and cattle, and opportunities to see birds and other wildlife.
Rooms
This two-story home has an upstairs king bedroom and full bathroom, plus a downstairs living room with a sofa bed; it sleeps up to four. A dining area and fully equipped kitchen make it suited to guests who want space to prepare meals and settle in.
Amenities
Listed amenities include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a washer, microwave, oven and stove, and an outdoor grill. The property also has a private fenced outdoor space, free parking, and a garage; it is listed as smoke-free and pet-friendly.
Dining Nearby
Hawi and Kapaʻau, about five minutes away, have locally owned cafés, restaurants, galleries, boutiques, and farmers markets. Nearby dining listings include Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery and Street Peek Thai, each roughly 4.3–4.4 km away, along with Gill’s Lanai and Kings View Cafe, about 4.6–4.8 km away.
Exploring the Area
The property is positioned as a base for North Kohala and the Big Island, with Pololū Valley, the Kohala Coast, Waimea, and Hapuna Beach among the suggested outings. Waimea is about 40 minutes away and Hapuna Beach about 45 minutes; Kona International Airport is approximately an hour away.
Best for
The Barn suits couples, small families, or friends who want a self-contained countryside stay rather than a resort setting. Its kitchen, sofa bed, washer, fenced outdoor area, and parking support longer or more independent visits, while the North Kohala location offers access to Hawi, Kapaʻau, and island day trips.
Travel tips
A car is useful for reaching the nearby towns, beaches, and other Big Island sights; the property offers free parking. Hawi and Kapaʻau are about five minutes away, Waimea about 40 minutes, and Hapuna Beach about 45 minutes. Waimea-Kohala Airport is the closest listed airport at about 27.7 km, while Kona International Airport is described as roughly an hour away.
What guests say
The supplied review excerpts praise the home’s cleanliness, spacious rooms, attractive woodwork, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests also mention the quiet setting, birds and views, convenience as a base for exploring the north of the island, and helpful extras such as linens, beach towels, a washer-dryer, and a garage. One excerpt praises the host; no negative themes are evident in the excerpts provided.
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