David's place is absolutely amazing. We were there for 4 nights in September 2016, and I wish we could've stayed longer! The place is immaculately clean, so beautifully decorated, and so cozy. The name "rural luxury" is absolutely fitting. David built this place himself, and it really is just gorgeous inside.. the photos don't do it justice. David and his wife are so accommodating, kind, and helpful. David met us at the gate when we arrived, showed us around, and gave us lots of information about the island. They live downstairs and you have the entire upstairs (+ upstairs patio) to yourself. They were available when we needed anything from them, but let us have our own space. They have 2 adorable dogs who love people, but if you are afraid of dogs they will ensure to keep them inside away from you. They had fresh fruit waiting for us in our kitchen, lots of pamphlets and binders with info on the sites/restaurants etc. The place was very well stocked with spices/condiments/some dry foods.
The LOCATION is AMAZING. Right in the jungle area of Big Island, the plants around the home are huge and exotic, and the sounds are so so peaceful - there are frogs living in the surrounding forest, and I thought the sound they made was amazing. We arrived at night, and the stars were so visible it was magical, the milky way was perfectly clear. The next night it rained, and the sound mixed with the song the frogs sing was so peaceful.
There is a huge patio that you have all to yourself, it is perfect to drink coffee in the morning or have a cup of tea or glass of wine at night. It has a roof so if it is raining you stay dry and it is all the more peaceful.
The location is perfect if you plan on seeing the volcanoes. It is about a 20-25 min drive to the Volcano National Park visitor center, and ~25-30 to Hilo.
Everything about this place was amazing, and I will try to stay here any time I visit Big Island in the future. The price is just incredible for such a lovely place. I cannot praise this place up enough!!! STAY HERE!