We really loved this private cottage, clean and comfy. We ate breakfast and dinner on the open air patio, listening to birdsong and surrounded by lava rocks, vegetation, and bamboo fencing. Alan was helpful, friendly, the perfect landlord.
It is a drive to get there, about 25 minutes from Hilo, but it's worth it to get the quiet peace we found there.
Do drive to the end of Makuu Rd to park and then walk to the left, to the most beautiful Hawaiian scenery of lava and ocean. If you go to the right, you'll find an easy footpath along the cliff with ocean view.