We had a wonderful stay in Kamuela! Matthew welcomed us with fresh eggs from their free range hens and he picked a lilikoi fruit off the vine instructing us to eat it when it wrinkles. We appreciated their enthusiasm for permaculture/sustainability. We recycled and saved the vegetable/fruit scraps for compost. I got a kick out of the hens running out to greet me. Matthew gave us several recommendations for restaurants. Our favorite was dinner at Merriman's in downtown Kamuela and lunch at Merriman's in Waikaloa (truffled French fries!). This is Parker Ranch country so grass fed, range free beef is available.
The unit is well appointed (bamboo flooring, koa armchair) and the beds were comfy. The kitchen was stocked with everything that is needed with the exception of a cutting board. Cooking is done outdoors (toaster oven, microwave, propane burners & grill) and there is a table and chairs nearby to facilitate outdoor dining. Use the flashlight on the key ring when cooking after dark. You can do a wash and hang your laundry to dry using plastic hangers. Remember that this is the dry side of the island. It is hot and wet swimsuits and towels dry in a jiffy! There are ceiling fans in each room. Their water is from the Waimea County system and is potable/tastes fine (some areas of Big Island use rain catchment and purification systems).
Our stay was not long enough to participate in the sunset kundalini yoga session at the beach or to avail ourselves of Rose's massage services. Maybe, next time.
The unit is less than a ten minute drive from several beautiful white sand beaches (Hapuna!). The beach mats, chairs, towels, insulated cold bag & cold packs were provided. Take the lovely drive to Hawi and the lookout over Pololu Valley. Visit the petroglyphs at Mauna Lani & Waikaloa Resorts. The pickup spot for Mauna Kea Summit Adventures is 14 miles south of Kamuela. Pu'ukohola Heiau is at the junction of 19 and 270. Five star sunsets on this side of the island and no vog. The stars are beautiful on a clear night.
To sum it up: great place to stay!