We had the best time at Merlin's property. Nothing but lots of pleasant memories.... Sweet fruits, clean property, beautiful farm, amenities inside the house were exceptional. No issues with wifi, phone signals, GPS maps.... everything perfect far above our expectations.... All other properties we checked were far more expensive than this one. Merlin responded very quickly to everything we asked. She was also available by phone. Two ways to view lava flow from Merlin's home: 1) Drive to Volcano National park (30 minutes) and take 5 miles hike (round trip 10 miles). 2) Drive route 130 and then take rental bike ($15 per person) 4 miles (round trip 8 miles). We also visited other site seeing spots (water falls and beaches). Don't forget to try free samples at Mauna Loa Chocolate factory (only 6 miles away). Thanks to Merlin for all the guidance.
Sara and Peter