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Private Island Style Cottage With Ocean View And Tropical Garden

Cottage in Captain Cook with kitchen and patio

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Peaceful garden retreat
spacious fully equiped kitchen
entrance from kitchen to living area
Bedroom/living room with king size bed
Bedroom/living room with twin beds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, South Kona Beaches
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pebbles Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ho'okena Beach Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Island Style Cottage With Ocean View And Tropical Garden

Beautiful island style cottage with sunset views and tropical garden. If you want to experience true Hawaiian living in an eco-friendly natural, non smoking environment this is your place. Have a soak in the tub, pick fresh herbs, veggies and fruit or stroll through the beautiful gardens and commune with nature. Watch the sunset from the meditation room lanai. Furnishings and art from around the world help make Hale Meow Meow truly a special place.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number TA-131-680-8704-01, GE-131-680-8704-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captain Cook

Located in Opihihale, a neighbourhood in Captain Cook, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuka State Park and Pebbles Beach, while Kona Coffee Living History Farm and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum are cultural highlights. Bay View Farm and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • South Kona Beaches - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pebbles Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 19 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 31 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kona Rainforest Organic Coffee Farm
  • ‪Mid Pacific Kona Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ktl Kona Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Island Style Cottage With Ocean View And Tropical Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Island Style Cottage With Ocean View And Tropical Garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Island Style Cottage With Ocean View And Tropical Garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Island Style Cottage With Ocean View And Tropical Garden located?

Located in Opihihale, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Pebbles Beach, South Kona Beaches and Ka Lae Paakai. Puiwa Point and Ho'okena Beach Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 178 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday getaway trip

Wonderful island paradise! Linda is fantastic, accommodated our needs graciously. A little dicey navigating if you're at all limited by walking (lots of stairs), but Linda made sure it worked for us. Hope we can go back someday.

8/10 Good

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hale Meow Meow

Very authentic Tropical Hawaiian experience Exotic fruits are plenty in Linda's tropical garden Linda is a great host, very responsive and very caring
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad M., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway in Paradise

This is a special cottage on a beautiful property with an amazing view The fresh fruit every morning was delicious. Linda was very welcoming but also respected our privacy. We loved the outdoor shower and bathhouse. The cottage is in a good location for touring the southern side of the island. Don't expect the pampering of a high-end hotel, but if you want an off the grid experience to relax and reenergize, this is the place for you. Thank you for a stay we will always remember, Linda!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

REAL ALOHA PARADISE

If you are looking for a true Hawaii experience stay at Hale Meow Meow. The home is a real island home, beautifully decorated with special touches everywhere. A screened in bath tub and napping bed sits in the amazing garden. Fresh fruit from the garden is gifted as it ripens, beach gear is available, the recommendations we had a chance to follow were stellar and Linda, the host, is fantastic. I have been to HI many times and this trip was the best so far. Mahalo Linda
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a respite of peace and tranquility! It’s close to highway and has an amazing view of ocean! Our host was A in communication, kindness and helpful with the local area! She invited us to take advantage of many beach toys and items which made our beach trips even more comfortable! And the fresh fruit right outside our door was an unexpected but beautiful treat everyday!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sven-M. K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Individuell, großartig, landestypisch, die Vermieterin eine Seele von Mensch
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely in Every-way

Perfect get away. Caring host, lovely grounds, private comfortable nooks. Pure bliss
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JILL K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We found this place extremely interesting and different from most. It is secluded in the jungle and has a very calm feel. There was mention of Internet, but we were unable to receive it. No direct washer and dryer as advertised, but I'm sure she would let you use it from her house. Everything natural and organic. No roaches were seen in this place, but the geckos were cute as hell. At night the coqui frogs become rather loud...music to my ears, but hated by my partner. Host was helpful and caring.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katja R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in tropical paradise

We spent several days at Linda's place and couldn't have asked for anything better.The house has so many intricate details, everything you could possibly need and feels cozy. Linda is an amazing and generous host, we loved all the fruit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sheldon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Big Island

Clean spacious highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Hidden Hawaiian Gem

This place was such a treat. It was like a hidden tree house with all the luxuries you need. The location is not near the busy town, so you really get a laid back experience. Linda was a great host and provided fresh fruit from her property almost every day. The house has windows, but most of them are just screens so you’re really immersed in all that nature has to offer. Just make sure to pack warm clothes to sleep in, as it does get colder at night. The closest beach is about 5 minutes away and mostly secluded. You will quickly learn to make friends with all the geckos, they are your friend not your enemy. Definitely make sure to have some sort of SUV because the drive up to the house is intense. Overall we had an amazing experience at Hale Meow Meow and will make sure to come back next time we’re on The Big Island !
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maisy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My favorite stay!

Yes, my FAVORITE!! This place truly is an oasis. It is perfectly located directly off the main road but tucked away down a beautifully bumpy and overgrown driveway, the moment you get there you will be in aw. The vegetation, the house, the outdoor tub, the garden, fruit trees everywhere, color everywhere, the happiest place I have ever experienced! I couldnt find a single complaint about this place. I will never stay anywhere else on the big island!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Hale Meow Meow

This property was a great stay. Linda, the owner was marvelous to communicate withWe arrived strangers and we left friends. The Balinese style house was great. My upstairs room was unique and comfortable and a perfect hideaway. The gardens were lush and pretty. OB the Cat was a delightful greeter on our arrival. I would recommend this property to anyone as long as you're not afraid of geckos.They are so cute.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Beautiful and restful.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

C.L H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect island hideaway near good beaches

Nothing but praise for this wonderful island style cottage; Linda has provided EVERYTHING you could need and is such an attentive host. The kitchen is complete with everything you need and plenty of condiments and spices. Loved the comfortable bed and quality linen. We enjoyed the cottage overall and mature surrounding gardens. Linda pointed us to a good nearby beach to snorkel and swim. This is a unique place, decorated so tastefully with treasures from Bali and island produced art. Good privacy and discrete assistance and interaction with host Linda and her friendly cat, OB. You are in a tropical forest with ocean views, A real find, we would definitely come to stay again. The photos don't show how spacious the cottage is. NOTE: Pick up groceries at Costco or the supermarkets in Kona !! Not much to be had locally, but we did love the Mexican(Honduran) food at the nearest tiny grocery store, about 10 minutes away, really authentic, tasty and not expensive. Nice owners as well. Thank you Linda for providing just what we were looking for - away from the maddening crowd!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couple's retreat

We were delighted to return to Hale meow meow and were spoiled again...a uniquely charming and comfortable home tucked into the most lush tropical garden. Everything we need is handy. We love to use the barbeque outside for dinner and soaking in the outdoor tub after a day's adventure is so fabulous. The sunsets are outrageous and Linda is the absolute best. Mahalo!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic host, gorgeous place

We spent four magical nights and enjoyed every minute, the house, the lovely gardens, the sunset views, and all the DVDs to watch in the evenings. Plus the host! She is a jeweller and made me an exquisite necklace during my stay. Will definitely return for more!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Duane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Quaint Accommodations Surrounded by Beautiful Gardens

Great place to stay to get a true Hawaiian experience. Linda was a great host, very helpful. The fresh fruit from Linda's gardens was delicious. Ask Linda for a tour of the garden if you get a chance. She takes great pride in it and loves to show people around.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location with views

I can’t say enough about our stay at Hale Meow Meow. Not only is it in a beautiful garden setting but also has a gorgeous view of the sunset over the ocean. Linda is an incredible host and made us feel extremely welcome. When I come back to the Big Isle, I will definitely be staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of paradise

Stayed here before. Linda is great. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and is the perfect host. The property is spectacular. Beautiful plants everywhere. A.true Hawaiian experience. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Garden Oasis

Linda could not have been nicer. We received a warm and friendly greeting upon arrival. Once inside the most gorgeous arrangements of tropical flowers from the surrounding garden and fresh fruit were left for us to enjoy. Attentive without being obtrusive. A unique cottage with lots of individual spaces to spread out - each with its own separate entrance to the outside. Lovely Indonesian furnishings and artwork reflecting Linda’s travels around the world along with an evening serenade of frog song created the peaceful retreat we were seeking for our stay on Hawaii Island. Rustic in the sense that the tap water is not potable and must be filtered prior to use and a fair amount of mosquitoes present to contend with all the nightly rains during our stay late July-early Aug. Citronella candles and spray were provided. We adapted with mosquito nets for sleeping. Hale Meow Meow is an indoor/outdoor experience in a truly special and beautiful setting surrounded by lush and spectacular gardens.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Peaceful, and Friendly

I loved staying here! Beautiful cottage with plenty of space. Peaceful garden with fresh fruit daily. Very friendly host, Linda. She went above and beyond to accommodate our stay. Would recommend to anyone. Such a delightful stay. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Heather B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Need to love nature to stay here

First thing, the host of this property is very hospitable. She is on the same property as you and will answer any and all questions. Secondly, the property is very unique. If you are not interested in being part of nature then this place isn’t for you. The water is on a catchment system and you or Linda need to get filtered water from her place as needed. The property is beautiful but everything is constantly damp. There are also geckos all over the inside of the house (they won’t bother you) which took us by surprise. There is no washer or dryer in the house either, so keep that in mind if you are depending on those items. Also, there is no microwave which is unusual in today’s world. All in all, we will never forget this place! If this is the type of accommodation you are looking for, then this will be perfect for you. If you are looking for AC and other high end amenities, I’d suggest staying elsewhere. Finally, the property doesn’t have a paved driveway. It is grass and a high clearance vehicle isn’t necessary, but would have been helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

Linda is a very nice host. When we arrived, some fruits from her garden were waiting for us. The sunsets are beautiful also the garden! We can recommend staying in Linda's house:)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oase im Grünen

Linda hat eine außergewöhnliche Oase geschaffen. Das Haus, die Einrichtung, der Garten sind wunderschön. Sie hat alles nur erdenkliche zum Ausleihen und Benutzen vor Ort, von Haarshampoo über Mückenschutz bis zu Bodyboards ist alles da. Wunderschöne Geckos kommen zum Frühstück vorbei und nachts quaken einen die Frösche in den Schlaf. Dies allerdings wirklich laut. Uns hat es nicht gestört. Linda hatte äußerst hilfreiche Tipps für uns, wo man am besten Meeresschildkröten und Delfine beobachten konnte. Vielen lieben Dank, Linda. Wenn der Weg für uns aus Deutschland nicht so weit wäre, würden wir so gerne wieder hierherkommen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Linda Grimes

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My parents met and got married on Oahu in the mid 1940s. My mother was a pilot and mechanic at Hickam Field. They moved to Georgia and I grew up there. I bought this land with my sister and mother and moved to Hawaii. I have spent much of my life traveling the world and now my sister has moved and i stayed and i am a jewelry designer. I still travel to Asia a lot searching for treasures for my jewelry, and have started this vacation home and the farming. I love plants and animals so this life has been great.

Why they chose this property

When I first saw this property it was nothing but a thing called christmas berry but I knew it was where I should be. It was a long slow process turning it into what it is today, but worth every bit of it. Now, I just love being here.








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