We loved staying at Simon and Jeri's place! It was a welcome change coming from the west side of the island and was centrally located for everything we had planned for the rest of our trip. We were able to spend ample time at Volcano National Park, drive up to Mauna Kea, shop and eat in Hilo, visit the local waterfalls and visit the black sand beach at Punaluu all while being able to return back to our house. The only suggestion I would make is that if you are a light sleeper, bring ear plugs - the neighboring roosters will wake you up consistently at 3:30 am and their crowing is ongoing well into the daylight! The house was beautiful and equipped with everything we could want and we would 100% stay here again.