very close to volcano( 45 minutes) all the waterfalls within 30 minutes. and many beaches also within 30 minutes. Hosts were A+ very knowledgabe about area , could not ask for better hosts. downtown hilo/ farmers market only 15 minutes away. They directed us to a very good resteraunt ( pineapples) close to farmers market and the beach. if i could give 6stars i would. thankyou for a wonderful stay!!if we are back in hilo will defineatly be back.