We had a wonderful time here! The patio overlooks the ocean and we saw whales jumping and crashing right in front of us! The cottage (we stayed in the smaller one w the full kitchen) is located on the beautifully lush Red Road and is very convenient to the cool town of Pahoa and also a short drive to Hilo. There is an awesome black sand beach directly across from the cottage and a farmers market at the end of the road (west end I believe) that was one of my favorite activities. Local vendors, music, food, dancing - farmers market was definitely a highlight. We would absolutely stay here again.