My stay at Jade Chen's was phenomenal. I didn't want to leave. Jade's open air loft is truly an open air loft. But it was designed so intelligently with respect to the environment in which it is situated that it can pour rain at night and not a drop enters the structure. Not a drop. It is a large, light-filled, peaceful space, looking out onto smooth lava fields, which glisten after it rains. At night one can see embers burning on the lava mountain side. The kitchen (downstairs) is fully equipped. It was all I needed. Jade's place, overall, gave me all I needed, yet so much more: the place is quiet, and, as I said peaceful. It is a place that allows for beauty to be seen, felt and experienced differently from the way one may normally get to do so. It is perfect for writers, painters, poets, and people who want to reflect. And then, of course, there is the general area: gorgeous beaches, tidal pools, hot pools, funky farmers' markets. The live music at Uncle Awa's was wonderful, and delicious, healthy plates (of food) can be found for $10 if you know where to look. (For example, at Isaac Hale).
As for Jade and her family (partner, son, and two dogs), they were the perfect hosts. Jade was infinitely patient with me! She made great recommendations for visiting the area, but was never intrusive. She thought of things I might need or might want to do. The area, in general, is calm and peaceful, but so is Jade's family (they live in the house next to the loft). Peace reigns her corner of the world. Jade keeps her place very clean and neat, and yet it is not the kind of place where you fear that you're going to break things.

If I could return tomorrow, I would.

It's best to reach Jade's place before dark. I only realized that later, but I arrived before the light went down, and Jade was there at the end of the road leading to her house, waiting for me. Truly generous and welcoming she was. Although Jade and her family live off the grid, the electricity worked just fine (no problems!) and the internet was very fast. So as Jade would say, "No worries."

I highly recommend staying at Jade's. You may not want to leave, however. That may be the only worry.