In writing this, all I can think at first is that I wish AirBnb allowed more than 5 stars, as Morris and Yuka's hospitality and accommodations *definitely* merit them! From the very first minute we arrived, we were enveloped in the warm Aloha that Morris gave freely and generously. The house is spacious and beautifully kept. Meticulous attention to detail - such as a cornucopia of local fruit and veges that Morris gave us every day!! ... the introduction to the Magic Fruit, which made even the tartest lilikoi (passion fruit) sweet as cherry, the thoughtful touches around the home (Morris and Yuka do BNB *RIGHT*!!) never failed to impress us every day we were there. I grew up right across the road at Haw'n Paradise Park, so Hawai`i is home to me, and I do have to say that Morris made me want to come home again (move back to the Big Island), he is that wonderful a host. I can't say enough about this place and about our wonderful host... he was there when we needed him, he gave us all the privacy we wanted and is the loveliest person I've met since I've been back.
Keaau is close to Volcano, but also reasonably close to the Hamakua Coast (Akaka Falls, Waipio Valley, etc) not to mention Kapoho and Kalapana. Excellent location, quick trip to lots of shopping and "good grinds"... but the house is well-laid out to make all your own meals, starting with beautiful, nutritious breakfasts courtesy of our host!
A memorable stay we will cherish always... a huge hug and thank you to Morris and Yuka!