Here's an interesting real estate perspective on one of my favorite parts of the islands, especially Pahoa. Check out the stunning vistas and low-maintenance back yard in the first article. It's so quiet at night in some neighborhoods that you're jolted awake at 2 AM by the sound of a coconut dropping off the tree into your tidepool.
Unfortunately the scant infrastructure that makes it so attractive also means that it's an hour's drive to the nearest Home Depot. Spouse draws the line well before that.
"Puna residents in harm's way"
"Puna residents face homeowner challenges
(This post has not been reviewed or endorsed by the Hawaii Visitors & Conventions Bureau.)
Unfortunately the scant infrastructure that makes it so attractive also means that it's an hour's drive to the nearest Home Depot. Spouse draws the line well before that.
"Puna residents in harm's way"
"Puna residents face homeowner challenges
(This post has not been reviewed or endorsed by the Hawaii Visitors & Conventions Bureau.)