The Onion House Architecture so full of life it seems to breathe

Property was just as advertised and a very unique experience! Host was great and recommended many local restaurants and activities! Pool temperature was just right. Definitely a must-stay!

Very unique home.

This is a tale of two couples.

Amazing place to stay and the Jeanie is very prompt with communication. Probably could have used a pool cleaning during the stay but think we just ended up stay between cleanings. The house is very unique experience and one we will not forget. As long as are not expecting all modern conveniences and embrace being a part of the natural feel of this house, you will love it. For being in a neighborhood, you cannot see anybody else. It is very private. The central location is extremely convenient for getting out and around. It is an unforgettable place to stay.

This was our 4th stay at the legendary Onion House and hope to make it dozens more. Bonus this trip was visiting with Jeanne for a bit on arrival!

Pool was cool, very outdoorsy feeling, great new experience for us

Awesome even if we had the Kona low storm. Loved the pool. Extremely private. Jeanne was great. We’ll be back!

The building is one of the world’s unique homes. Nothing like it anywhere. We hung out there everyday. As lovely as the island is it’s the fabulous place to be

Exquisite house with glimmers of creative genius large and small everywhere you look. We splurged for our 35 wedding anniversary victory lap. Thank goodness this was a 2nd trip to this island and we didn’t feel tourist driven. We wanted for nothing but a local grocery, occasion beach day or restaurant, a trip to see the volcano spew and the ONION HOUSE. I never wanted to leave. Be prepared to live in a masterpiece of art surrounded by nature. Magical! and STFUMahalo to the angels and owners for your stewardship and sharing this magnificent home with us.

We really enjoyed our stay at the Onion House. What a unique experience and it is a very special house unlike any other place. You do feel like you are immersed in the nature of the island with all of the screens and fresh air. You can hear all of the creatures at night. The amenities were all high end, including the towels and bath mats in the bathrooms and the supplies in the kitchen along with everything you needed for the beach. Communication from before we arrived and upon our arrival was fantastic. You do want to arrive in the daylight though to try to figure everything out so you can see better as it does get dark at night in the house. I would highly recommend the Onion House if you are looking for a unique place to stay.

Excellent, creative design and unique living spaces.

Host was welcoming, house was amazing, pool was lovely, master bed was very comfortable!

Host was wonderful. Really loved this unique property. Great having our own pool!

Absolutely fantastic property! Beautifully constructed and decorated. Pool was fabulous and the sunsets were an added bonus. Highly recommend the Onion House!

An amazing architectural beauty tucked into the Hawaiian hillside. The descriptions are apt. If you’re looking for the Four Seasons turn left out of the airport. But if you want serious glamping with a healthy side order of the outdoors, The Onion House is your place. Easily accessed, this gem brings contemporary elements for daily living to your Hawaiian vacation. Beautiful facilities for housing up to six - 2-4 adults would be ideal - there’s plenty of space to spread out, inside and out.Warning: this NOT a bug-free environment!! The house does have doors and windows but it is also open to critters that crawl and fly.Nevertheless, a stay at The Onion House feels like a stay at a home on Lifestyle’s of the Rich and Famous, Hawaiian style! And with the McCormick Spice family as the original owners and developers for this incredibly fun home, you can sleep, swim, cook, relax, or entertain in serious eclectic style! Thank you to the current owners for your loving dedication to maintaining this beast!! It’s an obvious labor of love and for those who choose to stay with you, that love will surely be in evidence.

The house is in an excellent location and while close to the road, you feel like you are in a rainforest and have complete privacy. Perfect size for our family. We used the pool almost daily and the sunsets from the pool couldn't be better. We found some handy floats & goggles in the laundry area which were a plus. There were plenty of pool towels to use. We cooked several meals and enjoyed eating outside on the terrace and using the grill. However, cookware was sparse and old. The stove, oven, and microwave are old. Marketing does a good job explaining this is indoor/outdoor living. The lack of a/c was not an issue at all & the temperature of the house was fine. Hearing the birds, frogs, and rooster was lovely. There is a ton of natural light. What we did not expect was the amount of insects and geckos inside the house, There is not much you can do about the geckos and it may have been weather related while we were there but, each morning I had to clean the kitchen counters before preparing coffee/ breakfast. The geckos were also an issue in the main bedroom. Despite these concerns, the pros far outweigh the cons.The home is truly one of a kind and there is a certain sense of peace and magic when you stay at the Onion House. Being here and connecting with our older children was a delight. You need to come with an open mind and accept the home for the uniqueness and charm it brings.The property manager was very responsive and helpful during our stay.

Had a great stay at the Onion House….. the neatest house we’ve ever stayed at! Amazing living areas, the pool and the view are things we will never forget…..they made our stay on the Big Island very special!

The property is beautiful. Plan to be one with nature. There was no air conditioning but we never missed it. I have never had the opportunity to stay in a place like this. It was a great part of our trip!

The onion house is absolutely the most unique place you could ever stay at. We were completely immersed in nature yet close to everything. The sunsets from the house were spectacular. Everyone loved it and hated to leave. An easy 5 Stars.

Second time staying at The Onion House, enjoyed the unique experience of living in the environment. Mahalo Jeanne for your watchcare during the hard storms and flooding we addressed while there. Until next time!

What a beautiful and uniquely architected home. We loved the design, the surrounding foliage, the pool, and the location. Thanks!

This house is a work of art. Jeanne was a wonderful property manager. It was like staying inside a living, loving organism. The outside flows to the inside leaving you feeling like you’re an organic part of the island. This place has spoiled me for any other place.

The Onion House was a truly unique place to stay. Beautiful views, great gardens and pools, and our host was informative and fun to speak with. Close to town, but with a very secluded feel, it was perfect for a family getaway!

This is either the third or fourth time I’ve stayed. Obviously we love it. As an architect and hedonist, you couldn’t find a better place! We’ll be back. Thanks Jeanne and Terri!!!

This was the most beautiful home we have ever stayed in. From word work to stained glass, the whole home is a living breathing piece of artwork. Waking up to the birds each morning and drinking our coffee on the lanai was the highlight of the morning. While in the evening we sipped cocktails and watched the sunset from the pool. Not sure how it could have been more magical. Thank you, we will be back every year.

We loved our stay at the Onion House. It is a beautiful house, and one of a kind design. It is quirky so you have to be in the mood for that. Super relaxing, very well located, and just beautiful. The whole house is a work of art.

We really enjoyed our stay. Jeanne gave us all the information we needed. The house is comfortable (I loved the bed and linens), so beautiful and certainly one of a kind! We had everything we could possibly need. The erupting volcano was the only thing that we left the house for!

We enjoyed our stay. We had 5 people total. The owner communicated all the details well in advance of our stay. And, the property manager followed up with us the week before our trip. Communication. Was excellent! Everything was clean. In good shape. The property is really a unique place. We enjoyed staying @ the onion. Location is close to everything. Grounds are impressive.

Must be a nature lover to stay here we were absolutely happy every single moment of every single day. We were visitors during monsoon season with pouring down rain, but the weather was still warm and we were able to sit out and enjoy the pool during the day. A favorite part of our stay is watching the parakeets fly overhead by the dozens and having the geckos overhead in the house an absolutely beautiful property with never-ending new fines of eye candy. It’s a must do.