Sydney was such a wonderful host. She picked up some groceries for us so that we'd have breakfast in the morning, and met us at the cottage to show us around even though we arrived late in the evening. She was always available for questions and took us on a terrific tour of her plantation. The area was perfect- in the upcountry away from all of the noise and bustle that we saw in the more touristy parts of the island. The cottage was incredible. The pictures don't come close to capturing how magical, special, and comfortable it is. You're set up on a ridge and can see all around, from a waterfall out to the ocean, with amazing sunrises and sunsets and lush vegetation. The cottage is beautifully decorated with interesting pieces of art and objects, comfy furniture, and everything you need for a perfect vacation. We all slept well every night after adventuring all over the island, listening to the birds and geckos. I would recommend the rental to everyone, and if we return to Maui, we'd stay there again in a heartbeat. Mahalo!