My family rented all four rooms for six people. This seaside escape was more beautiful than the photos indicated. The home is perched along volcanic cliffs. The calming sounds of crashing waves can be heard when windows were open, along with sounds of crickets, frogs, and birds. We often left the windows open because there is no A/C or heat. The breeze was enough to stay cool.
Dan and his wife, Sumiko, were friendly and accommodating. We happened to be arriving as a tropical storm was approaching island. Dan messaged prior to trip to notify us of worst-case conditions and precautions they were taking to ensure we had light, etc.
Dan and Sumiko were invisible the entire time, except the few times we needed them. One such occasion was when we requested to use the washing machine. We easily scheduled a time to access it with short notice. (It is attached to their private living quarters. )
We ventured into Keaau, Hilo, And Pahoa a few times. I recommend the Tin Shack Bakery in Pahoa for breakfast/coffee and Puka Puka Kitchen for lunch in Hilo.
We cooked a lot for ourselves. The kitchens inside were without stove/cooktop, but an outdoor kitchen accommodated that. It was not often favorable for making a large quantity of food at once. There is a grocery at Keaau-Pahoa Rd and Old Volcano Rd intersection. Bring your own bags!