We had an amazing time at Catherine’s house. It was absolutely perfect for a getaway with adult children. The stars in the sky were spectacular - which is due to the fact that the house is away from built up areas. There is a wonderful lanai - great for al fresco dining and with a large enough table for board games or cards (important to our family). The pool was a great way to relax.
It is a wonderful location to get away from things - but is a 1.5-2 hour drive from the activities and amenities of Kona or Hilo. So plan accordingly. The nearby town of Naalehu has a couple of solid restaurants, a great coffee shop, and the Punalu’u bake shop. The gas station in town had a very small grocery section, which can come in handy. A little further (in the opposite direction), Ocean View has two small grocery stores, a couple of pizza places, and an L&L BBQ.
My family kept joking about finding a way to stay - not only on the island, but at this particular house. We’d gladly visit again 💚💜🌴