Nestled on the slopes of Haleakala & nearly a stones throw from Grandma’s Coffee House, sits this cozy oasis overlooking majestic, magical Maui. Time stands still in God’s country as the surrounding Nature embraces you in a warmth despite the early morning and evening chill. Sunsets dazzle & entertain, leaving you transfixed towards the melting sun into the liquid horizon. Night is when the playful stars prove your lookout second to none. Dizzying dimensions unfold. Inky black nights allow these celestial beauties full canvas to awe inspire even the crudest of heart. Sleeping in the main alcove provides an added sensation if awoken at midnight of swimming with the stars. Sunrises cast their brilliant light and cast soft shadows onto rolling hills and shimmering ocean. While the morning’s crispness keeps you slumbered, dreaming of twilight’s passing. This stand alone humble cottage is owned by an Alaskan couple, Steve & Janice Tower. On site hosts are Ray & Barbara Bane, whose previous adventures are chronicled in «Going To Extremes» by Joe McGinniss(pgs 223 – 225) and available for interesting and inspiring reading. Accommodations are available via website and by contacting Janice through email. Current rate is $ 200/night for 4-persons($ 15 each addition) and includes a full kitchen stocked with utensils, cookware & all the plates, cups & glasses you’ll ever need and then some. Added perks are the wood burning fireplace, firepit, hot tub and BBQ grill. Flat screen TV, free WiFi, stereo & iPod docking station satisfy the tech inclined. And not to be outdone by the cat mascots, Gin & Tonic; charming additions to the homey aura. However the most spectacular part of this cottage is the breathtaking scenery, allowing pensive moments of serenity that heal & inspire in ways I cannot express and perhaps transcend deeper than I realize; energizing my soul’s renewal. Priceless moments that need not be read about, but experienced. Moments like these are few & far between. Quiet beauty awaits.
