We enjoyed staying at the Mermaid Studio. Jill was a great communicator and very friendly and accommodating for our stay. It was perfect for us as it was away from the busy resort scene and hustle-bustle of the tourist districts, the studio itself was very spacious and well-equipped, and privately tucked into a small neighborhood. There is walkable access to the bay for snorkeling, sea kayaking, or just hanging out along the shore. You will still need to drive a bit if you want to go back into Kona for diving, tours, etc., but it was worth it to be able to come back here nightly. If you are looking to be off the beaten track, but still with really good access to certain areas, and are planning to cook your meals rather than travel to town every time you want to get a bite to eat, this studio will be great!