We planned this trip for more than a year and centering our trip at Sandra's place--with the pool, hottub, comfortable bedrooms and multiple bathrooms--was key to an extended, relaxing vacation for our family of 4. The full-sized kitchen was also a big plus--we were able to stock the refrigerator and cook meals at "home" almost as much as we went out to restaurants.
Sandra's place met all of our expectations. It felt like home while we were there. It was peaceful, but still just 10-15 minutes from everything Kona has to offer. It was also a great base from which to explore the rest of the island. Only a few minutes from Hwy 190, getting up to Waimea and the north shore was very easy.
When we come back to Hawaii with our family, we'll be certain to book Sandra's place again!