Kealakekua Bay Bali Cottage lived up to all my expectations. I decided to travel solo for the first time and my week at the Bali cottage was just what i was looking for. Karen was a helpful and gracious host. Everything I needed was there. She checked in and offered other great places to visit as well as the book of resources left in the cottage. The neighborhood was perfect. Off the beaten track, quiet and steps away from the perfect beach to sit at and read and relax. I was visited by mongoose in the afternoon (they kept their distance but made their appearance) and the occasional tiny lizard at breakfast. Added to the charm (along with the neighboring donkey in the morning) I loved the netting surrounding my bed in the evening and read and slept well. I would return, I am already recommending to friends and hope to stay in touch with Karen. She was the best.