13-3773 ALA ILI RD PAHOA HI 96778

The Puna Rainforest Retreat is a private estate surrounded by lush rainforest within the Puna Forest Reserve. A thriving hosted vacation rental featuring 4 guest cottages and a large main house on 20 acres with a 1.2 mile hiking trail. Secluded yet close to shopping and restaurants. The main house is a 2300 sf converted barn featuring 4bd/2bth, soaring cathedral ceilings, a wood burning fireplace and locally sourced eucalyptus hardwood floors throughout the main level. Enjoy the spacious kitchen with granite counters and buffet island design while cooking to your hearts content on a professional gas range. You can also enjoy the view of the vast open meadow and sunrises on the horizon. Step out to the lanai, a perfect spot for sipping your morning coffee. It’s also a great space to fire up the grill and have fun entertaining!
There’s a 8 ft. deep plunge pool overlooking the meadow that completes this great hang spot! Another great spot in the main house is the additional 528 sf screened lanai that is also perfect for gatherings or holding classes. The spiral staircase leads up to the opulent bathroom and two bedrooms which open to the upper deck with expansive ocean views. There are 4 separate cottages, 2 are studios w/kitchen and bath while the other 2 are 1 bedroom units with a living room, kitchen and full baths, all enjoy gorgeous views of the horizon and lush landscaping. There is also a separate laundry shed. All units are very well maintained and recently re-sided with Hardiplank, new decks, and cement staircases. Enjoy a dip in the pool, ocean views, steam vents, concrete hot tubs heated by natural steam vents, outdoor showers, a vege-garden, citrus orchard, avocados, bananas, white pineapple, passion fruit, soursop, papaya… A bonus feature is the 1200 sf metal workshop to store your extra curricular equipment. Get close to nature and experience tranquility under starry nights.
This is a great place to base your Big Island Adventures.
MLS #:654556

Listing courtesy of Renee Hill at Hawaii Life