Valerie and Keola were great hosts; they were quick to respond to questions, had good recommendations and a very nice and cozy home. Make certain that you have a car as you will need one to get to activities on this side of the island. Their place is in a great location for exploring the east side of the island. Also be certain to bring a raincoat and a spare pair of shoes as the east side of Big Island sees a lot of rain; but don't let that deter you from visiting or staying here, there are many things to see and do (hike on the old volcano, see the new Black Sands beach, snorkel (Valerie and Keola have some free gear you can use!), etc.). If you are coming on this side of the island to see active lava flow, be sure to look online to see if there is some at the moment. If you are looking for something to eat in the morning, check out Tin Shack Bakery that is a very short drive from their place. Friends and I stayed here but it would be good for a family aswell.