Me and my husband visited Hawaii this past December. We wanted to start our trip with visiting Volcanos of the Big Island, as this is number one attraction ( rightfully so!!!) as you can't experience live volcano anywhere else in the World. The Hobbit House was in ideal location for that, as we didn't want to be too far or too close ( I am a chicken when it comes to gases, etc) It was about 40 min driving which was perfect. It was also in a close proximity to Place of Refuge and of course black and green beach ( also a must see) and of course Lava Tubes, and even famous Kona Coffee Farms (Lion's Head was my favourite, by the way - small, simple and friendly owners, best priced Kona coffee etc. )
The House and it's grounds absolutely magical, hidden away and yet not far from the main road. The whole adventure starts with a crazy drive/road leading up to the house. But if you do it during the day the very first time and have 4x4- it's a piece of cake! The very first time we were a little freaked out driving up because we never drove 4x4 other then on Toronto HWYs, but after the first time we would make the drive day and night and it seemed very easy. Just get directions from hosts. There are 2 restaurants close by ( the only 2 restaurants (very basic) in that area- keep in mind it is a very secluded part of the island, and that's the beauty of it)

The house itself was stunning! Very special, a true craftmanship and a piece of art-it's like you are in a different world, a fairy tale, when you there - you half expecting the little hobbits or dwarfs to show up. The views are fantastic! The hosts were very friendly and helpful in terms of choosing activities for the day.
The house was huge, very clean, full custom kitchen, amazing views... I did not expect such a wonderful place for such a reasonable price, that's for sure. We stayed at 3 other places during our visit in Big Island and Maui including big resorts like Wailea and Hilton ( which were also much more expensive), but this place was still my favourite by far! It was sooo special, sooo Big Island Hawaii, I don't think it get's any better then that. I would recommend to any travellers who want something out of the ordinary, would be perfect for Honey mooners! I also want to mention here how amazing the volcano visits were- and make sure visit them at night as well! That's when the Caldera is most stunning! Anyways, we hope to be back to the Hobbit House before too long!

The Hobbit House is true to its name! Perched way up in the starry skies of Naalehu on the South Side of the Big Island you have more privacy than you could ever imagine. You are the ONLY guests of Bill and Darlene - your energetic, innovative and highly creative hosts... ask them about thier Mac Nut Sorting invention, the windmills at South Point, the 1st generation thru current solar panals that fully power the Hobbit House, ANYTHING and you will get an enthusiastic tale! If you want a few days or a week of complete solitude, this is it. Perfect for a writing retreat or simply a quiet place to rest after a day 4 wheeling and exploring the southern tip of the island - rugged landscape, sky for days, jagged cliffs.... you name it. Go. Enjoy.

This is an amazing, unique B&B. The house was built by the owners, who operate the B&B. It is a unique, creative building. For example, the beams on the porches are made from branching tree-trunks, few of teh windows are square. Location is breautiful, overlooking mointains, with a view out to the sea. Hosts were gracious and friendly, and breakfast was yummy (and served outside, with a view - see photo). There is only one oaccomodation - essentially a full 1-bedroom apartment, with kitchen, dining area and living room. the drive up IS a little trickty, and a 4-WD vehicle helps. (We didn't have one but did OK.)

Highly recommended

You’d be surprised, but even nowadays there are places that are unique, avoid mainstream and still remain unpolished by soles of millions of tourists. Even more surprisingly – not in the moon, just on top of a beautiful hill, and in the middle of everything in the Big Island of Hawaii. If you climb up (4x4 helps, it’d be really weird to have a paved road up there) – you enter another world where hobbits, fairies and birds have their shelter. It took artistic imagination and creativity of the hosts, Darlene and Bill, to fit all this into a great location – the property is large and secluded, you won’t feel that neighbors, roads and other such things are anywhere close… just quiet trees, the ocean and gorgeous stars at nights.
The house lives on solar and wind power (the kitchen works just fine, hot water runs, no worries about that) which, to us, matches exactly the spirit of the place. Although, the house is big, Darlene and Bill accommodate only one party of guests at a time. This leaves you with a suite that is also a piece of haute design, besides, it is very spacious (you get your own kitchen, a big dinning room with ocean/stars view, a bedroom and a giant bathroom with the best views we ever saw) and it is separated from the main unit, so you feel like living in your own hobbit house. In the morning, you have a plentiful breakfast with a good portion of fruits awaiting you in the porch. Ultimately, there comes the dilemma: to stay all day at home, sitting in the porch, bathing in the tub… or to go out.
If you finally decide to go out – every way you drive is worth the time – from beautiful beaches (some of them are as unique and hidden as the house) to the volcano park. Close-by village, dirty roads and black sand beaches (also there is a green one nearby) are to start from (get 4x4 though). A bit more driving leads you to the Captain Cook point (best snorkeling) or to volcano hikes… Just don’t forget to ask your hosts (Darlene or Bill) before you go. They have more information than any book you can get around there.
When, after a long day, you drive up the magic hill, you feel back home. There is and an atmosphere of easiness and relaxation in this house. This indeed is a special and unforgettable place.