my wife and I cant recommend this place enough. we are adventure vacationers and set out to be as close to trail running and hiking while not being near the crowds - this was the place. you won't see tourists, you'reclose enough to town to hit the farmers market and the pub (for great pizza). the Waipio Valley is right down the road (for great trail running). the lodge is a great place to sip your morning coffee while watching the sunrise with ocean views. it was by far the highlight of our trip to the big island.