Property Reviews
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Amazing F L Wright on big island
Everything was as indicated in listing but being there was even better. Amazing location amazing property original FLW furnishings but complimented with the luxury an original FLW home lacked. The master bedroom and bath were roomy and dreamy. The whole house is tastefully appointed. Room for each of the four of us to spread out and be comfortable. We went in mid December and temperatures were perfect. Of our five days there, we loved touring the island and a successful whale watching trip but agreed our favorite days and nights were just laying around the house and star gazing under the dark skies. Just minutes from Waimea where we found excellent dining and friendly locals. A tropical paradise fit for a king and/queen. Mahalo! #bucketlist ~Ken H. (December 2024)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Paradise in Paradise. Unimaginable beauty. Breathtaking. Perfect hosts. I have booked a return. ~Judith D. (October 2024)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ An amazing experience! ~Stan T. (June 2024)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This was a return visit for us, we love the house and location that much. This time it was 4 adult men sharing the cooking and playing bridge. Venturing out to see the sites was easy. We love being away from the fray of the beach resorts and crowded areas. Treat yourself to this sanctuary with the incredible views and spacious rooms to relax. Hope to return again and again. ~Karen B. (February 2024)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Didn’t want to leave
This was our 15th FLW rental, and it certainly did not disappoint. We enjoyed the remote feel of the location, while we also appreciated that it was within easy driving distance of everything we wanted to do. We also appreciated how well appointed the kitchen was—making it easy for us to cook dinner at “home” every day. We had plenty of space, and enjoyed evenings in the hot tub. We highly recommend this property and hope to be able to return one day. ~Rosalie Y. (January 2024)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We’ve stayed on the big island every year for the past 8 years and this was by far our favorite place. The views from the backyard are just amazing. Throw down a blanket and stargaze, it’s absolutely breathtaking. There were times when looking out over the landscape it felt like we were in Africa overlooking the Serengeti. We will be back. We’ve stayed on the big island every year for the past 8 years and this was by far our favorite place. The views from the backyard are just amazing. Throw down a blanket and stargaze, it’s absolutely breathtaking. There were times when looking out over the landscape it felt like we were in Africa overlooking the Serengeti. We will be back. ~Robert T. (December 2023)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Do not miss the chance to stay at this wonderful home! It is such a privilege to stay in such a truly distinctive and special place - but the amazing thing about it is that as well as being of such high architectural and design quality it is an incredibly warm and comfortable home. We had an absolutely wonderful time here with our family over the Thanksgiving holiday. Everything was perfect. Mahalo! ~Steve Hilton (November 2023)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ What a beautiful location and house, truly well done. Very peaceful and what an amazing view. Will return! ~Caroline W. (October 2023)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Amazing place; Loved every moment here. Truly unique. the views of landscape are truly unique too. ~Sigrid S. (August 2023)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ FLW The Master
I have been a Frank Lloyd Wright fan for years ,so to spend some time in one of his places was thrilling! My daughter,son-in-law and one of their college classmates (all Texas Tech architects) really enjoyed their visit and experience. The owners have done an excellent job of maintaining the spirit and integrity of the place. It was a memorable stay to say the least. ~Creston H. (June 2023)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Incredible experience
My graduation from architecture school was a long time ago, and even though I changed careers after a short time working in the field, I held on to my love of architecture. I have visited other FLW buildings over the years, but never dreamed that I would get a chance to stay in one of his designs even for a short time. This house wasn’t built during his lifetime and some might find that less desirable, but take it from me, it is still a sublime experience. There were six of us staying in the house, four adults, a 12yo and a 14yo; so we maxed out the accommodations. Everyone commented on the fact that it just felt special… even the non-architecture geeks. The house is very well outfitted and the grounds are beautiful. It seemed much more like a family house than a vacation rental. The location is near Waimea, which we really liked. Waimea is not a hotbed of tourist activity and felt like a place for locals. That said, we felt welcome everywhere we went. The property is 10 minutes or so away from resorts and beaches; convenient but not part of the hubbub. The house has no A/C, but sits at an altitude of about 1800’, so even during the summer it is comfortable. We stayed the third week of June and the temperatures were upper 70’s for highs with lows of around 60°. It felt perfect. The house has a good view of the coastline and the mountains. From the photos on VRBO, I wasn’t sure of the coastal views, but they were great. We loved it and are already planning our return! ~John B. (June 2023)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Truly an amazing place! ~Stan T. (January 2023)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Beautiful
We enjoyed our stay so much. The home has so much to look at and the view of the valley to the water is beautiful. Our family of 4 was very comfortable. ~Sarah K. (November 2022)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We were pleasantly surprised by this stunning home’s location. The beautiful view and private setting is just what we needed to relax. We loved the kitchen and had everything we needed to cook. Beds were comfortable with nice linens throughout. We drove about 5 miles to Waimea for provisions, very conveniently located but quiet and unique. We hope to book again very soon. Thank you! ~ Karen B. (November 2022)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ What a wonderful refuge. We felt so comfortable and at home here. Truly remarkable place. Best star gazing ever. Best views. Amazing sunsets. Super clean. Easy Check-in. ~Spencer S. (October 2022)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Architecture is beyond. The kitchen was great for cooking. ~Kat N. (May 2022)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This house is as incredible as it looks in the photos! And, while it is a great historic design and beautifully decorated, it’s also very comfortable and well-stocked so perfect for settling in for an extended, peaceful retreat. Visit — it’s well worth it!! ~Nicole Smith (May 2022)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Incredible house, beautiful view, secluded and quiet. Loverly stay! ~Brian Walsh (April 2022)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Perfect location! Sunny everyday and 10-30 minutes from the best beaches on the island. And the house is just stunning. We loved watching sunrise and sunset every morning from the sweeping backyard view. A complete treat to stay here! ~Julia B. (February 2022)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This house is an exceptional example of an original FLW design that has a much (much,much) better kitchen than Frank typically made room for. We soaked in the hot tub and watched shooting stars, we played table top games on multiple large gathering tables in the living area, and we cooked all of our family meals together in the ample kitchen. Three full bathrooms for each upstairs bedroom plus a half downstairs worked GREAT for our crew, and the extra office proved clutch for several ad hoc conference calls (since we were all working while in HI). We LOVE this house. ~Craig M. (December 2021)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Beautiful home on a magic spot
The home is so unique and very comfortable to live in. The spot is spellbinding. Never tired of waking up to the three Mountain View. Hope to stay here again some day. ~Kay G. (October 2021)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Perfect! ~Scott H. (August 2021)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Hands down the most remarkable vacation experience we’ve ever had. The home is extraordinary and the views are never-ending in all directions, with no evidence of human structures except the observatory at the top of Mauna Kea. To live in a FLW designed home is a unique experience. For anyone who’s a fan of beautiful design that’s functional, comfortable and a piece of history, this home is for you and worth the splurge. We typically stay closer to the ocean and found this experience less touristy and just as convenient to shops and beaches. Plus the hot tub and the night skies with no ambient light to distract from the Milky Way - breathtaking. There should be a different category for homes like this. Fives stars doesn’t do it justice.” ~Sandy H. (February 2020)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Incredible house, views and vibe
The house was even more stunning and peacefull than on the pictures. The view and the peacefulness from the garden is absolutely priceless. Couldn’t have hoped for a better place. Thank you so much. Hope to be back soon! ~Sebastien M., Montreuil, France (September 2019)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Total Delight in Architecture and Views
Our group of five thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Frank Lloyd Wright house near Waimea — what a treat to spend several days living in a space designed by the master instead of just visiting a FLW house or museum for a couple hours. So much fun detail to absorb and what a wonderful view out over the valley both day and night — turn out all the lights and the stars just glow with beautiful framing by the crescent roof. It’s a magical spot. South Kohala were excellent hosts as well — very responsive to my emails, friendly and helpful at all times, and the check-in and check-out processes were easy and quick. I highly recommend this experience and hope to return someday. ~Malcolm Harris, Los Angeles, CA (March 2019)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “I celebrated my 50th at this magical location ! The home is beautiful. Highly recommended!” ~Jason F. (September 2018)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “We love this house so much that we've now stayed in it twice. The natural beauty in the surrounding area is stunning to the point of being nearly unbelievable. The back yard has uninterrupted views of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai, as well as the ocean. It's in a super private area and is landscaped such that you see nothing but landscape. The architecture of the house is stellar. In true Frank Lloyd Wright fashion, it does not impose on the environment - rather it blends in, and even enhances it at points. And that's a tough job to do considering the unparalleled natural beauty of the island of Hawai'i.” ~Nathan O., Chicago, IL (May 2018)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A singular experience
This house is the real deal. We loved our stay, and woke up every morning to take photos of the sunrise over Mauna Kea. Amazing. ~Randy R., San Francisco, CA (March 2018)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I can't say enough about this incredibly unique home - the history, architecture, setting - all exceeded expectations. How fortunate we are that the owners welcome others into their home! It is in a very private setting with beautiful views of the area. All three of my boys said they would much rather return to the house at the end of the day and play football in the backyard, as opposed to a hotel or a house on the beach. We have rented a number of homes in the past for our vacations and this one is at the top of our list! Make sure to review the entire owner's manual on arrival to learn how to maximize your enjoyment of the home and area. If we ever return to the Big Island, I hope this home is still an option. ~Dottie M, June 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Wonderul Vacation Home
Truly a wonderful home to enjoy family and friends on the Big Island! A remarkable experience to live in a Frank Lloyd Wright house. An opportunity to appreciate the art of form and function in everyday life. Secluded, yet conveniently located. We enjoyed the spectacular view of unspoiled ranch land that spread up to snow-capped Mauna Kea. It was a view enjoyed at sunset and well as sunrise. The adults as well as our grandchildren enjoyed the volcanic rock hot tub. All enjoyed playing bocce ball on the manicured lawn and the kicking soccer balls on the soccer field located on the property. The master bedroom and bath were large and created a nice retreat. The kitchen had all the conveniences of home and meals could be easily prepared. The large outside grill was frequently used. The lack of central air conditioning was initially a concern, however, the location of windows allowed for good airflow keeping the house at a comfortable temperature except during the hottest afternoons. Note that the temperature quickly fell in the evenings creating a great sleeping environment. It was a wonderful vacation and we would love to stay again! ~ Sharon V. (February 2017)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We booked this property for a family vacation in November 2014, and the home was magnificent. Set just west of Waimea, it is about 2500 feet above sea level. The late afternoon breezes from the East would roll in with a pleasant mist, and climate-wise it was similar to that of Northern California. On our arrival through a driveway lined by towering foliage, we were greeted by five wild turkeys bouncing about the lawn and even bounding onto the roof. Alas we were unable to catch the slowest one for Thanksgiving dinner. Entry into the home via the garage's entrance, one is embraced by the structure, almost claustrophobically as was one of Wright's features in his Taliesen homes -- he wanted guests to be welcomed and enwrapped on arrival. From there through the dining area, the layout opened up to reveal the large expanse of the living area with Wright furnishings including barrel chairs, origami chairs, and classic mission style furniture and thoughtful lighting. The lawn was putting green worthy and stepping toward the Eastern edge of the house, one finds a welcome hot tub. The bedrooms on the upper level were classic Wright, and decking from the master lent southerly views. This home is quite private with the front of the home facing the Keanuoimanu stream which can be heard trickling toward the sea. It is within 10-15 minutes' drive to beautiful beaches on the Kohala Coast, and travelling to Hilo and Volcanoes' National Park were picturesque jaunts over the Saddle road or along the Mamalahoa Highway. On a trip to Mauna Kea Observatory Visitor center where astronomy enthusiasts set up telescopes at nightfall and are generous in sharing their copes and knowledge of the night skies we took the Saddle Road and witnessed a five minute+ sheep stampede crossing from North to South, so do be careful with driving here at night [unless you want mutton]. We did not spot any donkeys, however, caution signs notwithstanding. Merriman's restaurant in Waimea was a great spot to wind down our visit the last night on the island and is but 10 minutes away. Excellent meal and stellar service. The house is well appointed:fully stocked cookware, dishes, washer/dryer units, and linens. Property management were always available, prompt and courteous. [She came out to check out a brush fire on the hillside in front of the house which was addressed by the local volunteer fire department. not a common occurrence rest assured.] A Wright afficianados dream. ~Richard G. (November 2014)
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