The pictures don't do this place justice, which I like because it was even better than we had expected! Kimberly's cottage is truly the most comfortable lodging I've ever experienced away from home. I hate to admit it, but it was honestly more comfortable than home. I adore the style so much, I took notes on how to transform our own living space! I even inquired about the furniture brands because there were a couple days we didn't even want to leave the couch. It's that good!
Kimberly is very responsive and hospitable. She checked on us to make sure we had made it to Big Island safely, and she provides (quite literally) everything you may need at the cottage--kitchenware, spices, plenty of towels, bathrobes and slippers, soaps and lotions, plenty of pillows and blankets, washer and dryer, fresh sponges to clean dishes (which are soooo gorgeous by the way), etc. She also provides a guidebook that helped us tremendously while we were there! As visitors with only a few days to explore the island, her recommendations and information allowed us to have some sense of direction rather than going in completely blind. Best Airbnb host I've experienced! She deserves far beyond five stars for sure.
The cottage is nestled in a quiet, rainforest-type environment. It's close to a winery, Volcano national Park, and some restaurants and is only about a 40 minute drive to Hilo and a 1.5/2 hour drive to South Kona/the southern border with green and black sand beaches. We enjoyed traveling across the island to experience other areas, but this location is absolutely perfect for winding down and being more "remote". Though there are other homes nearby, we couldn't hear or even see other properties through the beautiful greenery surrounding the cottage while we were there. The neighbors we did see were walking dogs or jogging and exchanged a little smile and hand wave as we passed by. It's absolutely breathtaking how quiet and comfortable this place is! Whether you are on a baecation or just need some solo time away, the cottage is perfect!
In all, I highly recommend this place! If you're questioning it, just go for it. You won't be disappointed. Mahalo, Kimberly!