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way to get here is via the horribly rutted dirt road that heads south along the shoreline
from 'Upolu airport, requiring a 4WD.
Sleeping
Makai Hale
B&B $$$
MAP
(
880-1012;
www.makaihale.com
; 59-411 Pupu Pl; d $175 winter, $155 summer, 2-night minimum;
) Inside the gated Kohala Ranch subdivision, this well-kept B&B lies on windswept,
barren volcanic slopes looking out to sea. If you like that terrain, it is the only choice for
miles, and a good one. The freestanding guest wing is separated from the owner's resid-
ence by a large pool deck with Jacuzzi.
A vaulted ceiling, nice patio, kitchenette and refrigerated breakfast make this a com-
fortable if somewhat remote base. For larger parties, an adjoining room with private bath
can be rented for an additional $85. The B&B can be accessed either from Hwy 270 or
Hwy 250.
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Hawi
POP 940
Hawi (hah-
vee
) can fit all of its businesses within two blocks, but it looms large in pic-
turesque charm, notable restaurants and great shopping finds. It was once a major planta-
tion town for the Kohala Sugar Company, and many local residents are descendants of
sugar workers. Mainland transplants are bringing big money to little Hawi and leading its
transformation from rustic boondocks to tourist destination. But the town offers only ba-
sic services, such as a post office, grocery store and gas station. Thank goodness, say the
residents.
Sleeping
Cabin in the Treeline
VACATION RENTAL $$$
(
884-5105;
www.vacationhi.com
;
56-867 Kamalei St; cabin for 2 people $169, per person there-
after $10, cleaning fee $85;
) Tucked away in a treeline with gorgeous views along the
length of the Hawaiian archipelago, this reproduction
paniolo
ranchhouse is so picture-
perfect it stops you in your tracks at first sight. The owner has showered attention on
