With a last minute snag at our previous arranged lodging I jumped on to air bnb and found Jay Rubenstein's location. The price was great in comparison to the hotel (almost more than 50% off) and the welcome was very inviting. I kept in contact after we confirmed the booking and since this was during Halloween he was even nice to offer trick or treating locations.
The accommodations is what it says two bedroom (three beds), one bath, open kitchen format with a great lanai and view of the Kohala Mountains. My family and I greatly appreciated the small thoughtful items such as coffee, olive oil, ziplocs, tupperware, a cooler, snorkeling equipment (for two) and tissues. These little things are what put our stay over the top. All of us, my sister, brother-in-law and myself loved the floor plan of the home and felt blessed to have found somewhere to stay.
Reasons for moving from the previously arranged location was definitely a lack of hospitality ethic and Jay was not lacking in hospitality at all. He left the door open with the key as we arrived later in the evening than projected. The house is right next to the shopping center and about 15 minutes away from the beach.
We really had a great time when staying in the unit. It was quiet, breezy (wind is part of the landscape in Waikaloa) and a great view.
I recommend Jay's location and unit to anyone looking to stay for a bit in the Waikoloa area.