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Nature Retreat Camp

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· Papaaloa, Hawaii, Hawaii

5 acres hosted by Chris V.

1 lodging site · 4 tent sites

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

We are a small 5 acre farmstead located on the beautiful Hamakua Coast. Our farm is home to a variety of animals and boasts numerous fruit trees. One of our proudest offerings is our free range chickens produce high-quality eggs. You can purchase these delicious eggs right here at the farm to enjoy for your breakfast. In addition to our chicken operation, we are also proud coffee producers. Our coffee is carefully grown and harvested on-site, ensuring a rich and flavorful cup every time. But coffee isn't the only thing we grow here. Our farm is also home to a diverse selection of fruit trees, including Jack fruit, Lychee, Longans, Avocados, Bananas, and Tangerines. When you visit our farm, you'll have the opportunity to relax and unwind in our main hangout Pavilion. This cozy space is the perfect spot to rest, soak in the peaceful surroundings, and truly appreciate the beauty of the farm. However, it's important to note that the Hamakua Coast is known for its lively rooster population. So, while you'll have a serene and tranquil environment during the day, be prepared for the sounds of roosters greeting the morning. One of the highlights of our farm is the stunning waterfall located near the property. Guests are welcome to hike down to this natural wonder and take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear swimming holes. It's an experience you won't want to miss. For your convenience, we offer an outdoor shower and a flushing toilet for our campers. We understand that comfort and cleanliness are important, even when enjoying the great outdoors. Thank you for considering a visit to our farmstead. We are excited to have the opportunity to host you and share the beauty and bounty of our farm with you.

Activities

Fishing

Hiking

Horseback riding

Paddling

Natural features

Beach

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Waterfall

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86 ratings · 62 reviews

Henning K.

December 5, 2024

Hamakua Nature Retreat

A nice Place to stay for our last night on Big Island. We were a bit afraid of a group of stray wild boars. They disappeared later. Without a 4WD Car, it can get challenging to leave the place when the sloped meadow has got wet.

Adonia H.

July 16, 2024

Waterfall Farm Cabin Room 1 Offgrid

It's a cool location, not far off the main road. We had booked the cabin, and after staying for an hour or so, decided to find another place to stay. We just couldn't see ourselves being comfortable on the bed, which had an uncomfortable thin mattress and not so clean looking sheets. The screen was torn and we were worried about mosquitoes. I checked out the art supplies, but it didn't look like they had been cared for, updated, or used since the original listing of the photos. Much of the camp looked like it hadn't been cleaned out or updated. The pictures show a lot of green grass, but most of it has been uprooted by the wild pigs, so the ground is uneven and difficult to walk on. Not the owner's fault there, just the reality. I think if you were camping there in your own tent, it could still be a cool stay. The outdoor shower looked nice, and I thought the outdoor flushing toilet was neat. There are available kitchen amenities, though I didn't see any propane for the stove in the tent common area. For us, who planned to stay in the cabin, it wasn't a good fit.

Annette B.

March 22, 2024

Hamakua Nature Retreat

Nice farm, lack of communication.

Overall the camp site was nice, very guest friendly with clean toilet, beautiful warm outdoor shower and an outdoor lanai covered with roof for rainy days. I loved this little farm. You have to hike down steep hill to get to the waterfall. Beware of booking extra services from this host! I ordered dozen eggs for $10 and I never got them, and I never received a refund. Host is difficult to communicate with does not always answer text messages. We got lost on the way there and we could not reach the host until the next morning, eventually we did find the property. In general if you don’t have to communicate with the host it’s a nice farm to camp at.

Maria K.

March 6, 2024

Hamakua Nature Retreat

Crooked and muddy

We are quite disappointed by our stay there. The area is very crooked and it is hard to find an even spot for the tent. Also there is only few gras. Mainly there is dirt and mud. They try to catch you with the beautiful pictures of nature pools and waterfalls. But they are not on the property. No explanation how to get there. The trail which starts there is steep, muddy and dangerous. The host didn’t check on uns even once and didn’t even respond to my messages! Not hospitable at all. The little shed with the couch and the shower were quite nice though. The kitchen is not well equipped and the stove had no gas.

Graeme J.doesn't recommend

March 4, 2024

Hamakua Nature Retreat

Disappointed

We arrived during a heavy rain, the ground keeper was super friendly, however the ground was so saturated that it was impossible to find anywhere to park or set up a tent. We were told the running water to the toilet was not working and the path down to the stream was a work in progress. The pavilion was dry but had no ambiance and was in dire need of cleaning. We left and found accommodations elsewhere. The description on hip camp was misleading.

Lars L.recommends

February 15, 2024

Hamakua Nature Retreat

Delightful Sunrise and Bonus Cat

Great open air living room and a fun place to camp. We biked in and the last hill was a killer, but the sunrise and the stars made up for it. Getting to say hi to the cows and cat was a treat. The outdoor shower is delightful. Plenty of spots to set up a tent, but you might want a couple of smaller tents to wiggle into the flat spots. I can’t wait to see it again after they finish their trail improvements! All told it was a really great spot to stay.

Location

Papaaloa, Hawaii, Hawaii, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nā moku ʻehā First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking