The stay in Mary’s cottage was wonderful! The cottage was beautifully decorated and very spacious. We really appreciated the striking artwork and extra little touches (like fresh flowers!). So many items for our needs were in the cottage, from binoculars to guide books, from a backpack to spices. The location was wonderfully quiet, and the stars were gorgeous. Sitting outside in the swing surrounded by lush greenery was supremely relaxing.
From our first moments upon arriving, Mary made us feel very welcome. The information about nearby activities (such as the warm pond and tidewater pools) was super, and being able to use her snorkel & beach gear was great. Mary’s promptness in answering any questions via text was also excellent. Most importantly, her suggestion to ride the bikes to the lava flowing into the ocean was tremendous. The viewing of creation in process was breath-taking! Human words fail to describe such an awe-inspiring sight.
The Big Island was spectacular – more “laid back” and less congested than other islands. We hope to be back, and when we return, we will definitely stay with Mary again!