Merlin's place was wonderful! She greeted us as we drove in, showed us around the unit and her land, and even had fresh mocktails ready to go for us. She was full of great suggestions for things to do in and around Hilo, and was very generous with her time. She shared homegrown soursop, papayas, Mexican oregano, Tahitian limes, and turmeric tea with us. The property and overall vibe were really beautiful and peaceful.
The place was conveniently located between Hilo and Pahoa, both places we wanted to visit. Everything was clean and well-maintained. It was well-decorated and had a lot of character.
We would definitely come back on a future visit!