This cheerful apartment was, indeed, cheery; bright, clean, comfortable. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, and slept well in the bed - even a boogie board. The location made it easy to see Hilo, its beaches with nearby freshwater ponds, or a little north to waterfalls & the amazing Botanical Garden, or south to Volcano. Even Mauna Kea visitor center is less than an hour away. Rachel was friendly and helpful. We lucked out with two days of sunshine on the wet side of the island. There’s plenty to do, still, on rainy days when it’s so warm out. Thanks again, Rachel, for this convenient, comfortable place to stay.