This is a great location and the 'red road' is a beautiful corner of hawaii, worth the visit. at the end of the road there is a small grocery store with most everything you need. The nearby town, Pahoa-15 minutes away, has really good food. Pele's and Koleo. Hilo, the larger town is 40 minutes away. The best beaches are in Hilo and JC was very responsive and gave me great tips. The house is not ocean front, and the nearby beach is currently closed.
There is an amazing lava field right next door that you do have access to.