I will preface this review by saying that I am not an outdoorsy person, and it appears that most of the people who have stayed here either are or really enjoy the "off the grid" lifestyle. I stayed here for two nights for my honeymoon- my husband found the place and his two criteria were seclusion and being in nature. Anya's House was perfect for him, but there were a number of items that should be discussed before deciding to stay here. 1. LOCATION was a huge issue. This place is a 30 min drive past Hāna, and the last 15 mins were so stressful that we both agreed we wouldn't have booked if we had known how rough the drive was going to be. The house doesn't show up on any map apps, and you're driving uphill on an essentially dirt (barely paved) road to reach the house. There really aren't any other homes around, which means the house is totally secluded and good for an evening sunset viewing. 2. Amenities: Anya prepared the space well- fresh fruit, frozen bagels, clean linens, and plenty of kitchen supplies. This place is totally solar powered, with directions on how to utilize the house without running out of energy. Totally doable (we watched movies and connected a nintendo switch but kept all the lights off) but it is just another thing to keep in mind. 3. the space: Bedroom was small but comfortable. Kitchen was fairly spacious but it did have a bug problem- we were constantly killing ants and mosquitoes, and had at least a dozen bites by the time we checked out 48 hrs later. The shower is outside which provides a unique experience, but we had to swat away a couple of huge spiders and geckos before we could use it. The bathroom (indoors) is tiny- the toilet faces the window and my 6'3" husband said his knees were squashed against the wall in front of him when he sat down. Finally, there was no AC (which was to be expected!) but that meant that windows needed to be opened almost constantly to get the fresh breeze. Also fine, except for the cats, who were constantly threatening to rip open the screen doors, and the fact that we could hear the geckos "cackling" and cows screaming throughout the night. No joke- Anya even warns about all of this in her welcome binder notes. If you're a heavy sleeper you should be fine, but on our last night there it was raining super hard. My husband and I were up at 4 am bc the cats would NOT stop meowing outside and the cows were going nuts. So all in all- this was a really unique place to stay, and we did have a great time watching the sunset together and looking at the stars. The place is totally secluded and will provide an experience unlike any other in maui. Just be warned- you're not booking a resort-style space or any sort of those amenities. This place is suited for those who truly want to appreciate the nature of the Kipahulu area and the island's natural beauty. read more

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This review is long over due. I stayed there a year ago and just noticed my charges while going through my taxes (will get to that later). I guess some people have never lived/stayed in an exclusive location. Being originally from Maine and living close to nature, living "off" the grid on the ocean... I agree, it truly is a beautiful thing and something all should experience... But the entire time at the house I felt guilty... WHY DIDN'T I LIKE IT.... the other reviews had been great!?!? A year late I think I can sum it up... A caveat: I am "green person" and these things drew me to the house. The solar powered home- very cool! Lots of nature- wahooo! In reality we used the light for a few hours at night in fear of draining the solar power.... a car battery could mimic this experience. But hey if you want to promote the green part- sure it is "green" there. Anya house is far from a fancy Starwood hotel with screaming kids (I was excited by that)... it is a rural retreat.... RURAL.... as in the cost is questionable to what you get.... It is something my older hippie brother lives in and built (aka the construction is whatevs).... $300 plus a night mmmmm why? Ok so it is remote, but about 100 ft down the "driveway" a grassy bumpy slope of a "road" there are a handful of houses/shacks.... AKA humans DO live near by ... they have chain saws and drive up and down on dirt bikes. So the outdoor shower hmmmm cool in theory, creepy when you wonder where the chain saw man is- dig it? You MUST bring your food before you get there! I found driving in and out to the store was quaint the first time and then just a chore to make sure we didn't hit some gigantic tour bus screaming down the one-way lane/road... So plan to either really just stay up there or give up about an hour and half doing the drive; back and forth.... We found it didn't allow for much exploration but a lot of driving... This kind-of defeated the purpose for us: we didn't know staying AT the house was most of the reason to go there. Just note that. Prepare. And NO CELL service so forget about calling to check on your next reservation. Fruit Trees: yes plenty, View: Yup vast ocean views are always gorgeous.... Also I have a minor in Entomology, I love studying insects.... But NOT having flying ants dive bomb into my hair at night. And share the shower with a giant garden spider (see pictures)....Enough said... Ok some weird things... Downstairs there is a kind of creepy dirty "apartment" laundry room where I think the 3 cats lived. We wondered why the cats were not mentioned before, or how they got fed.... I love cats, but they were too eager to get into the house.... so we constantly kept shutting the doors to make sure the didn't get up on the counters to look for things to eat. This is the thing that made me in retrospect write this review. A vase I had put flowers in actually got knocked over by one of the cats. Here is where the Zen like Anya House turned nasty and rude. Call me crazy but I would factor in to the cost an accidental break. YOU ARE RENTING IT (not living in it til someone shows up). Instead I received an angry email about how I had to pay for the vase. Really at this point WTF charge me.....Just know this place has BS of being so chill -I found that is ridiculous and more about money.... I am sad this actually was the best place anyone has ever gone to in past reviews. I would never ever ever return... read more

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Extremely rude response from customer service. How can you trust a hospitality business with ZERO tact and etiquette? Why would you stay here knowing how rude the (owner?) is? Would you like that experience during your vacation? I sent an extremely polite inquiry and received a very rude and unnecessary response. read more

I've stayed at Anya's House twice now, and both stays have been incredible. Anya's House is located just below Hana on Maui. If you have not heard of Hana, just Google "road to Hana" or "heavenly Hana". Hana is a small town on the east side of Maui. To get there, you drive through a beautiful rainforest. The drive is one of the most popular attractions in all of Hawaii. Most people reach Hana and turn around. But, if you want to stay in an exotic tropical location, it can't be beat. Anya's House sits on a tropical fruit plantation on a hill side overlooking the ocean. The view is totally awesome. You look out more than 180 degrees over the tropical vegetation to the ocean. The first time I was there we could watch whales playing in the ocean. The house itself is gorgeous and really relaxing. The coolest thing about it is that it is off-the-grid, and totally solar powered. It is furnished beautifully with a decor the fits the tropical setting. I wanted to go to a place that was private, and you couldn't get more private. You could totally walk around naked if you wanted to (though I didn't, sorry to disappoint!) The kitchen has everything you need. I even used a potato masher to make a huge bowl of guacamole from an avocado the size of a grapefruit that came from Anya's farm! You could totally just stay at the house, and we spent several days just hanging out there. But there are lots of cool things to do in the area. You're just down the road from Haleakala National Park and the famous pools of Oheo. There is a beautiful nature trail that leads to the ocean, and another one through an amazing bamboo forest. You feel like an ant, the bamboo is so enormous. We also went snorkeling in Hana Bay in Hana town, and boogie boarding at Hamoa Beach. There is also a black sand beach at Waianapanapa State Park, and a huge ancient Hawaiian temple that you can visit at Kahuna Gardens. I really liked some of the plate lunches from around town, especially Pranee's Thai food, but it is only available on Monday's! If you want to stay in a huge concrete resort, and swim in the pool, Anya's House may not be for you. But if you are looking for a unique experience in a tropical paradise, you will not be disappointed! read more

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Anya's House is a gem. The house is comfortable, the grounds and views are incredible, and the well-equipped kitchen, outdoor tub and shower, and cozy bed are much appreciated. For those who want to experience a more authentic Maui, beautiful sunrises and sunsets, a great deck to relax on and nearby hiking and swimming (Oheo Gulch and Waimuku Falls are minutes away), this is the perfect choice. Anyone who is lucky enough to experience Anya's will be grateful they found it. This was my second of hopefully many visits. Mahalo Anya for providing such a serene and wonderful locale. read more

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We stayed for 5 nights at the cottage and loved it! Anya and Frank welcomed us with a fruit platter of apple bananas, two varieties of passion fruits, avocados, oranges, tangelos. We thoroughly enjoyed. There are fruit trees in the yard. We pampered ourselves with fresh juices from the freshly picked tangelos each morning! The outdoor shower was a treat. We weren't sure at first, but after our first hot shower under the light rain, we became a convert! The cottage has a good selection of books about Hana, Maui, etc. and some DVDs. As for kitchen wares, very equipped with French press, blender, spices, etc. I enjoyed the variety of dish wares from Italy, Japan, America... Very warm, homely energy at this cottage. We were sad to leave. Do pick up groceries near the airport before driving to Hana. You can still pick up groceries from Hana Ranch Grocery Store or the Hasegawa store, not a big selection but ok. We found the meat selection at Hana Ranch store to be good - products from their own ranch. Internet... The right hand corner of the house (facing the ocean), you'll find spotty reception for both AT&T and Verizon. Enough reception to read email, surf the net and make calls. The signals came from the big island. And if you happen to be there on a Sunday, do check out Cafe Attitude. The flyer is in Anya's house binder. An experience not to be missed. read more

Loved this place! if you want to get AWAY then this is the spot. My wife and i love this place! Very private and beautiful! we have been there 2 times now and will return. All the things that make Hana what it is are here. outdoor shower, private lawn area, fruit trees, flowers, waking to birds singing, just sitting in the rain. to top it off the house is off the grid. solar panels and a few propane tanks run the place. While we were there we made banana bread from the fruit hanging by the door, papaya seed dressing from the fruit on the tree outside, passion fruit marinade from the vines climbing in the guava trees. if you need an extra space for a friend or family there is a room under the main house that is perfect. Anya and her husband have put it together and it works! 5 minutes from the sacred pools park and great hiking. 30 minutes to Hana and the store but who cares! plan ahead and enjoy. This is where you live life as it was to be! read more

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We've been here for 4 nights so far, with 2 more to go. This is an amazing place and we feel privileged to have the opportunity to experience it. The only issue is the drive to get here; after 12 hours of travel, it sucks. But being here is worth every second. There's nothing negative about here. It's paradise. read more

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I stayed at the Garden Room but I can't find that on yelp so ill review it here since it is also owned by Anya and jack. A great one room plus kitchenette and wonderful big bathroom. Perfect for an overnight on my Hana hwy trip:)) they left me coffee, passion fruit and papaya w bagels for my breakfast (that passion fruit rocked!!!) and the most comfortable bed ever. Even tho Anya and jack are next door (attached house) I only ran into them once for a second, I was pretty much on my own there, in a little slice of paradise:)) thanks guys!!! read more

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Even though just one night the room was very comfortable with everything we needed. We especially liked the little extra touches and how clean the room was. The bed was quite comfortable and I got my best nights sleep in about a week. The grounds though we did not explore them much due to the rain looked beautiful. If we are back in the area at some point we would certainly stay with you again and of course we will recommend you to our friends that are going to Hana. read more

First off let me start by saying we did NOT get the chance to stay here but instead cancelled reservation. Since my family and I decided instead to stay on WEST Maui we called Frank back right away and cancelled our 1-night stay in the GARDEN ROOM. Frank was great. No problems with cancellations and no issues. The best part, since it was 24 hours since I originally book he was able to cancel the entire night at NO CHARGE. No cancellation fee and no 8%. If Frank or Anya happen to read this review: A GREAT BIG THANK YOU. :-) I'm sure the place would have been nice and we want to consider staying at Anya's House OR Garden Room in the future travel plans. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! read more

I would highly recommend staying the night in Hana. This will allow you to fully experience Hana and all that Hana offers. Anya's house was the perfect one night stay. The rate was a bargain and the house was more than comfortable. The serenity of the place allows you to fully recuperate from the drive and be refreshed for the next day. Next time in Maui, I would consider staying at Anya's for 2-nights. BTW....there was no cell phone or internet service. read more

Pros: beautiful, rustic home remote, amazing views Cons: Owner -charged me an additional $225 on credit card without authorization, for "unauthorized guest", who was actually previously "authorized" and came late. Also, accused me of breaking a futon, which was completely untrue. Cats- sweet, friendly cats, who will break into the home at night, if you do not shut the glass doors. When you shut the doors, the house is very hot, with no ceiling fans. My sleep was terrible due to this. Also, please note, in the terms and conditions of the rental, you will be charged extra if the cats come in the home. Good luck keeping them out. Roaches! No driveway, just grass, so be very careful not to get your car stuck in the mud. It took 2 hours to get out, we were lucky we didn't have to call a tow truck for the 3 hour plus drive to the home. read more

We spent a weekend at Anya's House and had a great experience. The home was comfortable, relaxing, private, and the views were spectacular! Heavenly Hana is a place you do not want to miss if you visit Maui, and this home offers all the peacefulness and beauty of this special place. Anya was a great hostess, and had everything ready for us upon check in. Fresh fruit from the yard, sweet smelling gardenia's, and the 3 cats to greet us... For those considering staying in Hana, I would suggest booking 3 or more days. You won't regret it... read more

After driving on a dark rainy night on the highway to Hana, and having survived it, we woke up to the most glorious morning at Anya's house. It was like waking up in paradise. The morning sunrise over the hill, overlooking the vast expansive views of the ocean, the shimmering lawn, the brightly colored flowers and fruit trees were aesthetically amazing. And, there's not another soul in sight. In the outdoor shower/bath we enjoyed the beautiful natural surroundings. This is a clean and comfortable, fully equipped small home for two, maybe four, in a remote area outside the Haleakala National Park within a mile of Seven Sacred Pools (aka O'heo Gulch). The ambiance of this place brings to life the true essence of Hawaii. Thank you Anya for sharing this gem. read more

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One of my favorite places to stay. I have been here several times and always make a point to book at least four days if not eight, The house is comfortable and it's great living off the grid. The sense of peace envelops you when you are here, you can tell by the sound of the wind when the next rain will be coming. Serenity is easy to gain while staying at Anya's. Come prepared bring your groceries as it's quite a drive into town. Gorgeous views and hiking nearby makes for a wonderful retreat from the hustle and bustle. Some people might not enjoy the remoteness of this location however it's just with the doctor ordered when you really want to get away. On an organic farm you can pick fresh fruit and enjoy the abundance of Amazing flowers and plants. Anya's Is nicely appointed and she has thought of everything to make the stay as comfortable as possible. Great bedding, amazing deck, and peace. Sunrise and sunset are gorgeous. Malama pono Anya, I am so glad I found this place in the Heart of Kipahulu, My favorite place to be. Hope to see you again soon Mahalo, Kristy read more

We never actually got to stay at Anya's due to heavy rainfall wrecking the roads. However, Anya made sure that we were well taken care of and even connected us with an affordable alternative in Hana that was wonderful! She was friendly and helpful and turned a potentially disastrous situation into a wonderful vacations. Thanks Anya! read more

This review is for the Garden Room, which is attached to the house in which Anya & Frank live, not "Anya's House," which is in a different location but run by the same couple. We had serious bug problems in this room. I gave two stars instead of one because the folks seem nice & they seemed sincere when they said they haven't had such problems before. In reading reviews of other places to stay in the area, maybe Hana is just so bug infested that they are hard to avoid. We had a lot of ants, gnats, & fruit flys, all relatively harmless, but we had some serious biting insects, I suspect fleas. The first night I noticed 6 bites around my ankles & lower legs shortly after getting into the room. I assumed I got bitten while moving our stuff from the car to the room. The second night I got at least 8 bites after we had been back in the room for about 1.5-2 hours, so I knew they occurred in the room. We also noticed a bad smell when we came back the second evening--my wife said it smelled like pet urine. Frank said they never allow pets in the room, but I suspect it could have been their own pets coming in the room while they clean. The smell dissipated after we got the fan going for awhile. Frank did offer a refund if we wanted to go somewhere else for the third night, but we didn't have time at that point to pack & find a new room. He said he would do a thorough vacuum, and I did not get bit the third night. The room was good size, décor was interesting, location is good, bathroom has a large counter space, beach towels are provided. Room seemed clean but we did find hairs in the bathtub and on one of the towels. Bagels and a great assortment of exotic fruits were provided. The view of the gardens is nice, but you are also looking at the owners' cars and your own. There is no air conditioning and no ceiling fan so I spent a lot of time adjusting the floor fan to try to blow air on me wherever I was, without a lot of success. I found it very uncomfortable to go without AC. Frank said it isn't needed with the evening breezes, but since all the windows are on the same side of the room there is no cross-ventilation so it was uncomfortably hot except for around 5-8 a.m. Maybe if you are used to humidity it won't bother you so much. You have to run the water a very long time before you get hot water, and the water never gets really hot--it is ok for showering but not as hot as I'd like for shaving or washing dishes. There is no microwave and the old coffee-maker provided for heating water for tea only really works if you start with hot water and then wait a long time for it to heat up a little more. When we came back after dark on a rainy evening there were no outdoor lights and we had to make our way down the driveway and through a slippery little drainage channel near the garage in the darkness. Based on reviews of other places, this one still may be better than most but the biting insects and lack of AC were big problems for us. read more

We stayed at Anya's Garden Room so this review is for that location. It was so peaceful and was just what we needed, completely unplugged. No tv, no phone, no internet and no cell service. What an amazing way to start our Maui vacation. The garden room is several miles before you get to Hana and near a few good spots to explore. There is a kitchenette but no way to heat anything except water so plan for that. read more

We recently stayed at Anya's House. It was beautiful, private, and had nearly every amenity you could want (the only thing we missed was Wi-Fi and sports tv- things many people wouldn't miss). The house was very clean, comfortable, well-stocked, and surrounded by an amazing garden full of fruits and flowers. The view from the deck was exactly as advertised- we were even able to see the Big Island a couple of the days we stayed. Loved having the kitty companions as we sat and enjoyed the deck and trade winds. I would have no hesitation recommending Anya's House, and I hope we are able to return soon! read more