Valerie and Larry were great hosts! They were very welcoming and provided us information about the island and recommendations of where to go and what to see. They have everything you need to stay including pots and pans, kitchen, microwave, washer and dryer. Also, the lanai is amazing! There's a coffee maker and they provided us coffee beans. Sitting in the lanai while drinking coffee in the morning and listening to the birds chirping was very relaxing. It was great that they have snorkeling gear and other water sports gear to use. Overall, it was a wonderful experience!
For other visitors renting a car is necessary for the big island. The rental car company said to book at least three to six months in advance. Uber and Lyft barely exist. We took a day trip to Hilo and visited many other beaches, which we wouldn't have been able to do without a car.
Thanks Valerie and Larry! Aloha!