We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Blue Cottage. Honoka'a is a charming town with so much to do close by. Waipio Valley is the most majestic place I have been in the world. I would highly recommend hiking down to the beach, but make sure you bring plenty of water and be prepared to take out everything you bring in. We also enjoyed going to Mauna Kea on a star gazing tour night. This is a free event at the Visitor Information Station on certain nights of the week. Drive up in the early evening, watch the sunset, then you'll be in awe of the stars. The cottage is a great place to stay and the view is spectacular. We had a few issues with ants in the kitchen when we first arrived. We liked listening to the frogs at night, and just be prepared for a charming rooster to crow early in the morning. It was really nice to have a place to do laundry at the end of our trip. I would recommend staying at the blue cottage and would go there again.