Delia's Octagon House is a unique place. We loved it there because of the unusual layout, the incredible lanai with great views, and the peaceful setting. Delia was a lovely host, showing us all the details. She lives on the property in the adjacent house, but we never saw her after check-in and she is very considerate of the privacy of her guests. The units are placed such that you can't see into the octagon house from the entry way or her house. There had been weeks of rain in Hilo, and the river below was rushing and loud (which we liked). There is some highway noise - but it stops at night, and it didn't bother us. The river drowned it out when on the lanai. We were there during full moon, and the moon through the skylight at night was really special. You need a car to stay here, as it is right off the highway - and only 3 houses use that driveway. The location has easy access to Hilo and elsewhere by car. The home has many handmade touches.