If you want to explore South Kona coast, Jay's place makes a perfect home base for your adventures. We spent one week there, and it was fantastic. The setting makes you feel like you are in some exotic forest location, but it's not so remote that you can easily take a short drive to get some food or supplies. The pictures you see in the listing is spot on. The bungalow was clean and comfortable. It is on the small side, but it accommodated our family of 4 including 2 teenagers. We took advantage of the well equipped kitchen to have our dinners in on most nights.
Jay was a great host. Check in process was straight forward. If you need anything, he was quick to respond. Jay has a list of recommended things to see and do posted on the fridge. We took some of that advice, and he knows what he's talking about. During our stay, I think it was tropical storm Darby that brushed by the islands. Jay warned us ahead of time about possible driving hazards. He even dropped off some flashlights and extra water just in case we were stranded. The biggest treat from Jay, however, was the coffee cake that he baked. That was a delicious surprise.
Now, there's a couple of things to be aware of. If you want to be near restaurants and bars, you're better off staying north. It takes at least an hour to get from the airport. Also, other reviews mentioned the lovely frogs at night. If you're a light sleeper, it's not going to be a good time. However, it's pretty much white noise to us like the sound of surf or rain, so it was no problem. In fact. we leave the sliding door slightly open to enjoy the cool evening air, and we still slept through it.
Would stay again if we visit the big island.