Located on the east side of The Big Island, the Hamakua Coast is a quiet stretch of lush coastline with unparalleled ocean views. Just fifteen minutes away you can see some of the Big Island’s most striking waterfalls at Akaka Falls State Park. Drive half an hour into Hilo, featuring centuries-old wooden storefronts, restaurants and cultural sites, explore museums or wander through the thirty acres of Japanese-style fish ponds, pagodas, and rock gardens of Liliʻuokalani Gardens. Cruise the northern route 45 minutes into Waimea, taking a quick detour to gaze over the incredible Waipio Valley lookout, on your way to enjoy what Robb Report named as one of the top 10 towns in the country. With its Paniolo history, farm-to-table restaurants and exclusive boutique shopping, Waimea is an eclectic mix of casual yet sophisticated. Where a thriving arts community meets international astronomical organizations and mingles with tech billionaires, celebrities and centuries-old legacy families at the Saturday farmer's market, held on the grounds of one of the two world-class private schools that all call Waimea home. Spend your days exploring all that the Big Island offers and your evenings in peaceful Ninole - your perfect paradise.