Sanyu and her family were very hospitable, nice and accommodating. The place was nice and very at one with nature. My favourite moments in her place would have to be 1) when we drank our teas, read our books while appreciating the greeneries out at the patio and 2) listening to the rain at night when we go to bed. A very cozy feeling that’s hard to experience in the city.
What to expect:
1) The rough road. You need 4wd to get to her place and to get around the island- esp Hilo side. The detailed instructions Sanyu will give you is less bumpy but a farther drive esp if you come from the north side/ hilo airport. I suggest you take that route in the beginning and if you have a good driver, you can follow what the gps will tell you to go- it’s a bit bumpier but not bad and it’s shorter. Hilo airport to airbnb will approx take 45mins.
2) the sound of frogs at night. (But hey, it’s nature)
3) they have dogs but they won’t really bother you. I wish they did, I love dogs. (Con: dog smell)
4) Quiche by Sanyu! <3