Staying with Karen and Tim was a highlight of our Big Island experience; they are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable about the Kona-Kailua area and everywhere else, it seems. Their property is GORGEOUS, and the guest house where we stayed had 180-degree views (possibly more...it's been awhile since I've taken geometry) of the ocean, plus their citrus, starfruit, and coffee trees in the foreground. Their pool is just dreamy. Karen is willing to do laundry for you if you ask! A big plus for me as an animal person was being able to interact with their charming family of dogs--I go into pet withdrawal while I'm on vacation. Both our hosts loved on our 8-month-old son, which he really lapped up. Tons of aloha at this place all around. Don't pass up an opportunity to stay here. I know we'll be back!