Solar Powered Vacation Rental Near the Best Beach in the World

Hamoa Beach (picture, right, by Beach Bum Paradise) in Hana, Maui, Hawaii, has consistently been voted one of the best beaches in the world. Here's what James Michener had to say about it:

Paradoxically, the only beach I have ever seen that looks like the South Pacific was in the North Pacific. Hamoa Beach on Maui Island in Hawai'i; a beach so perfectly formed that I wonder at its comparative obscurity. Formed into the shape of a half moon, it is rimmed by boulders of lava and guarded by tall volcanic needles. Pandanus [Hala] trees line the shore, which offers a crescent of black and silver sand.

It takes some serious carbon output to get to Hawaii, no matter where you're coming from. And then there's even more driving to get out the famous Road to Hana. But once you're out there, just 2 miles from Hamoa beach, is this solar powered Hana Maui vacation rental house: The Hana Country Cottage.

The Hana Country Cottage: Solar Powered Maui Vacation Rental

It sure won't feel like you're reducing your carbon foot print! This place has 2600 sq. feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 4 luscious acres. It's a pleasant one mile walk to the Venus Pool, a popular swimming hole near Hana. And the solar power means that much less carbon to offset!

The house is decorated in antiques and warm country furniture. The ocean views, like this one from one of the bedrooms, are awe inspiring! The tropical gardens are beautiful and green. The whole atmosphere is one of relaxation and serenity that you just can't get at a busy resort or condo complex.

Visit the web site for the Hana Country Cottage for details on rates and terms, and to see a great compilation of things to do on the east side of Maui, while you're staying there.