Everything previously said is pretty accurate. The cottage is beautiful and open-aired. Ocean breezes keep things cool, and fans are available if needed. The shower is the coolest part being it is hidden from outside view, and nothing beats the morning showers under Hawaiian Sun. The cottage lies in a nice Bay that is peaceful and in great view of sunrises and sunsets. It's about 30 minutes from Kona, the closest town that is really busy. Kona is very beautiful and fun. There is a cool bee farm, BigIslandBees, about 2 miles away. If you're looking for isolation, the cottage is very private but not far at all from neighboring houses. Geckos are fun and will watch you cook. Spiders are generally a nonfactor because they won't bother you. There were two big Cane spiders outside our bed screen one night, so if you fear large spiders be aware of those. The mosquitoes can be annoying, so take advantage of the bed screen and also some bug spray. This cottage is great for exploring Hawaii and seeing things outside of tourist attractions. Karen is a generous and helpful host. She has plenty of ideas for things to do on the island.