This cozy, artsy, cabin has one bedroom, a private toilet, and on the side sits the fully private, open air bathtub with a nice shower. I can provide Epson salt for a detoxing soak under the stars. In the fully equipped kitchen is a large, new fridge, a two burner stove and a sink. Vintage chairs and two tables under the gazebo. The space is harmonious and bright with a lovely ocean view from the covered deck. Solar string lights make soft romantic lighting at night. Lush greenery and flowers. Located in the balmy, Southern part of Hawaii, The Big Island, is Mark Twain, a unique subdivision with narrow, gravel roads and few cars, where many pioneering women and men live in their own unique, free-style ways. A place where friendly people look out for each other. Your stroll through the neighborhood will feel like times gone by when nobody rushed, people greeted you, and traffic was rare. Lush tropical greenery and floral scents are plentiful within Mark Twain where the climate is perfect. It is usually sunny, with blue skies and a nice, little breeze during the day, and a bit of rain at night. You will be close to the pristine surf beach at Kawaa, where it is usually very quiet. There is a place in this area where you can fill up your bottle with spring-fed water flowing from the rocks. My place is close to the paved road and is easy to find, and its proximity to surrounding attractions is ideal. In less than 10 minutes, you will find yourself at the farmer’s market, bank, and post office. The Kilauea volcano, in Volcanoes National Park is only a 40 minute drive from my home. Whittington Park where you can swim is a 15 minute drive. Hookena Beach is a 45 minute drive and Punaluu Black Sand beach is about a 20 minutes drive. We have two farmers markets per week in Naalehu on Wednesdays and Fridays. In Oceanview we have a Saturday farmer’s market/swap meet and there are two Supermarkets. South Point is a 15 minute drive and from there you can walk to the famous, pristine Green Sands Beach. This walk will take about an hour and a half, and along the way you will see a myriad of drift wood, rock formations and coral until you reach the amazing green sand beach, glistening with pure olivine. You are able to swim here, safely. Hookena Beach, famous for dolphins and whales visiting the bay, is just a 45 minute drive. The water is bright light blue, the cliffs impressive, the sandy beach so soft, surf, snorkeling, shade trees, showers and toilets make this the ideal beach to spend many hours on. I have a cooler and ice for you for such an occasion. There are also rain forrest hiking trails. Close by is beautiful Manuka Park for those so inclined. Upon arriving at the property, you will be greeted by my two lovable dogs, Luna and Koa. They will ensure you feel right at home! My beautiful cat, Hoku, might visit you as well. The chickens and chicks are free-range and are fun to feed and watch. I’m sure you will enjoy the many colorful birds and butterflies. My guests have access pretty much everywhere on the property. You could walk to the goat pasture if you like. I have found that feeding the goats little snacks like papaya peels in their smiley mouths is something my guests enjoy. Our county water is fed by an underground water table, making it the best in the state. If you wish, you may put the water through the provided ceramic water filter on the kitchen counter. No need to buy bottled water. Available for your use is a two person hammock on a stand to sunbathe and relax and an on the go hammock that you can take out and about with you. The cabin comes equipped with pots, pans, plates, cups, utensils etcetera, and a blender. Organic cotton bed sheets and towels are provided. There is a good internet connection here. Your first morning I serve a delicious healthy breakfast. After that you can order breakfast. Home made and most ingredients from my happy organic little farm. All guests loved it. All my guests have loved the bed also. The cabin creates good sleep apparently. Taking a hot bath with Epson salt under the stars is a lovely experience also. I offer a three hour class within my community during which I demonstrate and teach how to make Sourdough bread, about self healing and Art; drawing and painting. If it coincides with your stay you are welcome to join. My guests are welcome to walk to the goat pasture if they like. Feeding my goats little snacks like papaya peels etcetera in their smiley mouths is something my guests have liked. . I have my own separate kitchen where I make meals, cheese, sourdough bread, chocolate etcetera. I have a big covered deck at my house where my guests would be welcome at times to talk story. During your stay you are welcome to ask me any questions. I have an ocean of knowledge. Health is my expertise but I also have helped guests as a life coach. I have a degree in psychologie. Being highly intuitive, creative and very emphatic, I think out of the box. I have shown many people how to look outside of their box and find unconventional solutions for their life’s issues. Also I love to give advice for trips and fun things to do. I like accommodating and helping my guests. Also when that means they do not want to interact much. I am flexible. Located in the balmy, Southern part of Hawaii, The Big Island, is Mark Twain, a unique subdivision with narrow, gravel roads and few cars, where many pioneering women and men live in their own unique, free-style ways. A place where friendly people look out for each other. Your stroll through the neighborhood will feel like times gone by when nobody rushed, people greeted you, and traffic was rare. Lush tropical greenery and floral scents are plentiful within Mark Twain where the climate is perfect. It is usually sunny, with blue skies and a nice, little breeze during the day, and a bit of rain at night. You will be close to the pristine surf beach at Kawaa, where it is usually very quiet. There is a place in this area where you can fill up your bottle with spring-fed water flowing from the rocks. A car is essential in Hawaii. It is a big island with lots to see and experience. From Naalehu it’s as far to the bigger towns of Hilo as it is to Kailua Kona. Volcano park is a little over a half hour drive. The hiking possibilities are endless, and we have several pristine beaches relatively close by. Here are the three bays where the dolphins regularly visit us; Hookena, Honaunau and Kealakekua. They are between 45 minutes to one and a half hour drive from here. We have a beach close by where clean mineralized spring water flows from the rocks. I always fill a gallon jar with this wonderful water when I visit that extremely beautiful and quiet place. I will explain where it is when you are here, if you like. I have learned to prepare and create all kinds of superfoods, such as sourdough bread, goat cheeses, mayonnaise, dark chocolate, banana bread, jelly, Noni, pesto, hummus, etc. No sugar is used in any of it; only honey from my own bee hives, or Maple syrup. Produce such as greens, herbs from my gardens, seasonal fruits, and farm fresh eggs are usually available for purchase. I will serve you a complimentary breakfast on your first morning. If you wish me to prepare any future meals for you there will be a small charge. If you wish to order breakfast, please let me know the night before. You could even ask me to cook you a complete meal. Complimentary coffee beans with grinder, coffee press, organic English black tea, coconut sugar and healing teas are provided in your cabin along with milk for your coffee if desired.