Aloha - what a great place along the Red Road in Seaview Estates. I have stayed at quite a few AirBNB’s, as well as high end hotels, like the Four Seasons to give perspective on my comments. This was my first time to the Big Island.
Summary: A great place to stay as a couple or individual. I would stay here a few nights or few months. I definitely plan to come back. (Bonus: There is a private washer/dryer.)
Reservation and Communication: First class, as good as any 5-Star Resort.
Directions: I arrived in the evening, past dark. The address is illuminated under the hanging lights with an easy parking situation, immediately next to the cottage and your own private entrance. I walked down the well let path and entered the unit easily, per the directions.
Comfort and Privacy: This was the best for me. I like to have privacy and this cottage delivers it. I could come and go anytime time. It felt like it was my place.
WiFi: Wifi is strong. Although I was here to relax and unplug, when I needed to connect for a work video call or download a larger file, I had no issues.
Living Room: Bigger than I expected. A nice living area with big quality couch, comfortable chair and foot stool, ceiling fan, TV and AC. Nice windows and sliding door to patio.
Kitchen/Dining: An inviting side island cutting board and nice kitchen conveniences including all the utensils one hopes for in a functional kitchen. Coffee maker and a clean fridge. There is a dining area or work table adjacent to the kitchen. Note: I picked up some basic food at the very well stocked Malama Market before arriving (open til 9pm). You can easily also pick up fresh fruit and veggies at various honor bar stands in the area.
Outdoor Patio: Includes your own very private, spacious, covered patio with swinging bench, hammock, hanging chair etc. Perfect for the evenings before bed. There is also an extra covered area, with a table and chairs to enjoy a meal.
Bedroom: Very spacious again with room for a sitting chair and a large dresser to put clothes. A king size bed, ceiling fan, AC and a couple windows to circulate the fresh breeze.
Bathroom: The quaint bathroom has a stand up shower, toilet and sink. You will also see a note about the triple filtered water you are using.
Ocean & Beach: From Seaview Estates, the ocean is immediately across the street (Red Road /137/ Kalapana-Kapaho Beach Rd) from Seaview Estates. About a 1 min drive from the cottage. There is a nice park where people bring blankets to sit for a picnic. Kehena Black-Sands Beach is just 1 mile away. I also enjoy the drive along the coast in the other direction with the trees covering the road and a very unique ocean breeze in the micro climate.
Host: MaryLove is Aloha. She is professional, friendly and really cares about her guests, her home, the Islands and Hawaiians.
PS - Hilo/Pahoa: If you are in Kona and thinking about coming this but not sure, I highly recommend. The drive is about 90 minutes from Kona Airport to Pahoa and through beautiful changing geology. One really gets to experience the lifecycle of the volcanos, Pele and creation. The weather is even different from Hilo, Pahoa to the Red Road/Puna area. I love the on and off showers which refresh the area and cool things down. For example, as funny as it sounds, you can sit on the beach in many of the showers and enjoy it and in 20 minutes usually gone.