I enjoyed three lovely nights at Mark's place and the geckos were cute roommates. It was easy to find and easy to get to some nice beaches for swimming and snorkeling. The sunset from the lanai is nice and even better from the beach down the road (which you can technically walk to but be ready for steep...A gentleman offered me a ride down in a golf cart, and someone slowed down to cheer me on when I was heading back up.) Adam offered a great beach suggestion, which I took and was glad I did. If you're heading north, I recommend stopping at South Kona Fruit Stand for smoothies plus fruit to eat later or the Coffee Shack for coffee and or a meal.
I'd definitely stay here again if I come back to the area.