Caryl is very kind and helpful! I got the last minute deal and spend 3 days in the wonderful little house. She prepared everything you can think of, even bug spray and sun-cream! She knows almost everything about big island, so do not hesitate to ask her questions! We talked over 15 minutes on the phone as soon as I booked the room and 9 emails from her! She even made a scenic route for me from Hilo to Kona. We did night snorkeler together and that was wonderful! The only thing you should concern is the noise in the evening，but Caryl prepared ear plugs as well. Since the big island is so wild, roosters and wild turkey may occur in the yard, as well as neighbor's cats. If you want to experience the Aloha spirit, Caryl's house is definitely the place to be!