This is a gem. No really, it is. Book to stay for at least a week! That way you get to enjoy the local vibes on Sunday (drummers by the Seaview beach) and Wednesday (Uncle Robert's).
This place really was above my expectations. Rourk's place is nicely tucked away at the end of a dead-end street, so you can enjoy an outdoor shower while with a beautiful view - Do it in the morning as the sun rises, it's a phenomenal experience!
The neighbourhood is pretty darn quiet. Now, I read other reviews of some people's warnings of the Coqui frogs, and I wasn't sure what to expect, but it turned out that the singing Coqui frogs produce a beautiful serenade at night that have you opening your windows wide to let their cute sounds put you to sleep. Myself and the other guests loved them! If you're a misophoniac, it's possible they may drive you nuts. Search online to hear their cute sound :)
Place is well stocked, it even had the key ingredients for marinading our steaks one night for cooking on the BBQ next day :) Coffee maker and I believe tea kettle too. Has beach chairs and some snorkeling gear (but I don't think it had a beach umbrella).
Unit has a Roku with Netflix accounts for late-night watching (haven't checked other apps).
Regarding location: I was originally a little hesitant to book this because it was about 50min from Hilo and Volcano Park, but honestly the surrounding area, the nearby charming roads (and the Red Road), nearby black sand beach, nearby 1990 lavaland, nearby "hot pools" in Isaac Beach Park, made it an experience all in itself. It's nestled in what appears to be "Hawaiian Cottage Country", with pleasant people. You will find more "hippies" in the area, but they're generally pleasant and smiling folk.
Perhaps the only thing that can be a bother are the mosquitoes outside on the lanai (since you're in a lush bush). Nothing some bug spray won't fix. (And if you're coming from Canada, then note that the mosquitoes in Hawaii are tiny and leave wimpy bites that don't itch much).
Anyways, the place was excellent value, and it was very relaxing. I will definitely be coming back to this location! 5 nights was too short.