Cottage – wildvanillafarm.com

With floor to ceiling stunning views of the wild jungle of Hawaii, the cottages are a destination in themselves.

The Main cottage has an open air concept (screens, no windows) with a cozy living room with a queen size Murphy bed, bathroom (with sink and flush toilet) and kitchen with filtered harvested water, a small fridge, large sink, ample storage and a 2 burner propane stove.

There is an outdoor shower with open views of the jungle.

For guests needing additional sleeping space, we have a sleeping cottage close to the main cottage with a King and Queen size bed that can added to accommodate up to 2 more guests.

Just a short walk from your cottage you will find the Wild Vanilla Spa, which offers a large soaking tub, massage therapy and acupuncture (it is recommended to book ahead to ensure availability during your stay).

When you arrive you will have your own parking space where you will find a path that takes you down to your secluded jungle cottage surrounded by nature. This will be your own private sanctuary for your stay, a few minutes away from where the owners/stewards live.

Old growth food forest jungle setting

Private outdoor shower

On-site spa

A queen-sized bed

Kitchen with fridge and stove

Natural and private

2 Guests in main cottage

Sleeping cottage for 2 extra guests

Beautiful walking trails

Main Cottage

The main cottage has a kitchen and bathroom and sleeps 2 guests

$225 night

Add Sleeping Cottage

Accommodates up to 2 extra guests. Has one king and one queen sized bed.

$110 night

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made 14 days or more before the check-in date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made 7–13 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount. Cancellations made less than 7 days before check-in are non-refundable. See all Terms & Conditions.

We are 20 minutes from the town of Pahoa where you can find grocery stores, local restaurants and a drug store.

There is no wifi or television for a full immersive experience. You should get cell reception depending on your carrier (T-Mobile does not get reception in our area)

Our farm and the farm next door are both working farms so you will hear the sounds of animals and people and the occasional hum of a generator. We have two dogs that may venture down to see you!

Jungle living offers a unique stay not found in most other areas of the world. While Hawaii does not have any predators or poisonous creatures, we do have the odd wild pig that can be heard at night along with bright green geckos and tiny coqui frogs that make their way indoors from time to time. We treat the cottages with all natural bug deterrent but sometimes they still find their way in. We are completely off-grid but all of our water is filtered and safe to drink and shower in.

The nights are boisterous with the sounds of coqui frogs. Most guests find the background noise soothing.

The cottages are open air and do not have locks on the doors. We share this for your consideration

The weather on the East Side of the Big Island can shift from blazing sun to chilly rain so it is recommended to have layers and a raincoat.

REVIEWS

SEE WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING

I can’t emphasize enough how much we loved our stay. Having a clean and tasteful cottage to ourselves in the middle of a lush jungle on a vanilla farm was a one of a kind experience. The host was warm and friendly, and made everything feel effortless.

The cottage was calm and relaxing, the bed was very comfortable and waking up to the sounds of birds and the sun coming through the trees and flowers was so enchanting. Every kitchen detail has been considered from morning coffee to everything we needed to cook our meals. The outdoor shower was both really private and natural.

Getting the opportunity to get a first hand look at a working vanilla farm was one of the highlights of our stay. We booked massages for the day after we arrived. A short walk through the jungle took us to the spa where we were immersed in nature and enjoyed the most blissful 90 minutes of bodywork, followed by the soaking tub. Naomi’s hands are pure magic. This was such a natural and restorative stay!

Deborah

This place exceeded my expectations.
I fell in love with it from the photos and so glad we came here. It was an amazing stay!

Lena

The most beautiful Airbnb we have ever stayed in!!! Naomi was so friendly and even decorated the room as we celebrated a birthday. Although we only stayed 1 night, the stay was definitely the highlight of our 4 week Hawaii trip!
Thank you so much for this magical experience in the jungle between the Coqui frogs.

Julie

Wild Vanilla farm is like no other place on the planet. You feel it as you drive up the lane way when the Jungle vegetation greets you with its sights, smells, and sounds. The experience of the farm and nature spa stays with you long after your visit. This place invites deep rest, connection and adventure. What lingers is the scent of the rain, the sounds of nature, the exquisite taste of fresh fruits from the property, and the rewilding experience of staying in a cottage that is open to nature, and does not separate you from the land itself. Wild Vanilla Farm invites you to be unplugged and reconnect to your inner and outer landscape. Naomi and Todd’s integrity and joy is felt in their relationship with the land and community that gathers. They offer an experience of generosity and a space that is life giving.

Nancy

It was a very special experience staying at Naomi’s beautiful place. She gave us sweet fruits and sourdough, both of which were yummy, thank you!

We also booked the massage and spa experience, which was exactly what we wanted. Peaceful, meditative, and professional. I highly recommend considering a massage too 🙂 I hope I can visit her beautiful place again.

Sun

We had a wonderful stay—this place is beautiful, unique, and incredibly peaceful. Everything was very clean and thoughtfully maintained. The hosts were so kind and welcoming. We loved the farm tour and getting to try fresh fruits—it made the experience extra special. The massage was also excellent and very relaxing.

Highly recommend for a calm, rejuvenating getaway!

Ehsan

I was very pleasantly surprised by my experience at Naomi’s. Her warm greeting upon arrival set a great tone for the stay. The atmosphere was very private and immersive in the surrounding rainforest. Would recommend to anyone wanting an off grid recharge weekend, or an interesting stop on a roadtrip around the island.

Zachary

This was a basically perfect experience. The space and Naomi are both delightful. Well styled, beautiful setting and well appointed. I’d love to wake there for the rest of my life! Thanks.

Joshua

Our stay at Wild Vanilla Farm was truly life-changing for our family of four. Surrounded by the alive jungle, we loved the outdoor shower, picking tangerines straight from the trees, and feeling the powerful presence of the nearby volcano. The land itself carries an incredible energy.

Our hosts were exceptional: generous with their knowledge of and passion for vanilla growing and their deep care for place, for one another, and for the more-than-human world, while also giving us ample space to fully enjoy our stay. We learned so much and fell even more deeply in love with the Earth in all her tropical expressions.

The main cottage was a perfect home base for us, with our children happily settled in the separate sleeping cottage. Spacious, peaceful, and unforgettable.

Raina

Luxurious exotic, secretive, and welcoming! We’ve traveled the globe to 41 countries and this is our favorite! Book the spa! you will have five star treatment in the most secluded forest you have ever seen! The massage the bathing I can’t rate one thing over another. I give it 50 stars if I could, we will be back. This is going to be our yearly worth every penny pamper ourselves splurge! This cost us 1/4 the price of the top level spas we’ve been to around the world and it’s the best one by far!

Keti

Hands-down the best mini-vacation we’ve taken on the Big Island! We needed to get away from the day-to-day, and I could not have dreamed of a better place to do so than this jungle cottage.

First off, the cottage is absolutely beautiful, and the large screen windows made us feel like part of the jungle (but with perfect comfort and amenities). My wife was a bit concerned beforehand about critters and all that, but it was not an issue.

Second, the place is immaculate in terms of cleanliness, amenities, and linens. We’ve been in Hawaii for a while, and keeping everything dry and clean does take effort. It was clear that Naomi and her husband, Todd, cared deeply about the place and about our experience.

And despite all the professionalism they embody in running this luxury retreat, they also brought a very human, friendly vibe that helped make our visit a pure pleasure!

Björn

Words hardly capture how grateful we are to have found Naomi and her tropical hideaway. This place is a true gem, tucked into a lush, vibrant food forest with ripe fruits growing just steps from the door. The cottage is beautiful and impeccably clean, with screened windows that invite the sounds and warmth of the jungle in while still feeling cozy and protected. Mornings spent making fresh coffee to the sounds of birds singing was simply magical. If you have the chance to book a massage with Naomi, do it! The spa experience is beyond luxurious and unlike anything you’d find at a typical resort. The care and intentionality Naomi and Todd have poured into this land and space is incredible. We can’t recommend it highly enough and are already planning our next trip back!

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