Guesthouse in Pahoa

Experience the magic of old Hawaii in a unique Rain Forest setting of great beauty, character and comfort. Hawaii TAT# TA-173-308-4160-01 The space We now have Starlink for internet, and have joined the 21st Century! We offer a stylish guest room with a pillow-top queen bed, bathroom with garden shower and lanai living area with an aquarium and steps to the inviting swimming pool. A refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker are provided for your use. You have a table and chairs on your room's lanai overlooking the pool and gardens. You are also welcome to use the gas grill on the lanai. Please ask for instructions first. There are pool and beach towels. Unfortunately, the eruption destroyed our beautiful snorkeling spot nearby, but replaced it with a big black sand beach, at the end of a hike over the still warm lava. This beach has treacherous current's and not suitable for swimming however. Also be advised that you do not want to park a rental car on the road at the beginning of the hike. It will be broken into in record time. We don't have violent crime here, just rip off and vandalism. If you want to go, (and I highly recommend it) arrange with us to drop you off at the beginning of the hike. It' s so much easier than filling out a claim with the rental company and the Police. The Guest House is one of several buildings in an extraordinary architectural compound. The buildings surround a courtyard with a swimming pool, enclosed gardens and a lagoon with fountains. The complex sits in a spectacular landscape of exotic plants and blooming flowers. Numerous works of Asian art are on display in the gardens. Mangolay is a private, peaceful world in the center of a beautiful tropical rain forest. We are close to the ocean in a setting that is a part of Hawaii as it used to be. Please be aware that we are surrounded by wildlife. If you have irrational fears of frogs, lizards, butterflies and birds, the rainforest is NOT a place for you. Please don't come here. You won't be happy. You would think this would be self explanatory, but it's not! Solar-powered, environmentally conscious. Daytime is unlimited power, at night we try an conserve. But it's a big system, and we live well. There are 2 friendly dogs on property, thus we don't have thieves sneaking in, or wild boars using the pool. They will bark when you arrive, but will quickly learn you belong here. Close by are tide pools, ocean coves, a clothing-optional black-sand beach and unique Hawaiian weekly markets. Pahoa Town, a 15 minute drive, offers a colorful atmosphere and several good restaurants. Hilo and Volcano National Park are easily accessible and offer a variety of attractions. Mangolay is truly a paradise in Puna, a unique opportunity to stay in a very special magical place. Guest access Our guests are welcome to enjoy the pool and the spectacular gardens and the fruit and flowers you will find there. If you need laundry, please leave it with me in the morning. We are solar powered so must do laundry during the day. There is no charge for one load. Other things to note For the last 1/2 mile, I am accessed by a gravel road, in a remote part of Hawaii. Go slow, and watch out for potholes. Any rental car is ok on it. Again, Mangolay is situated in a Tropical Rain Forest Setting. Nature's biodiversity at it's highest. If you have irrational fears of frogs, toads, insects, lizards, birds, or exotic wildlife in general; This is not the place for you. Please don't stay here, you will not be happy. Registration Details TA-173-308-4160-01