We stayed at Bill and Anzu's home for six nights. Theirs is a very pretty cottage surrounded with trees and nature; a little out of the way, but quite driveable. The hosts were very friendly and kind, and forthcoming with recommendations for top spots on Big Island. Anzu was very kind to give us freshly prepared pineapple custard when we checked in, and freshly cut pineapple on our fourth morning. Her paintings adorning our room helped us appreciate the natural beauty of the wonderful island!

While well-equipped, the bed, kitchen, and toilet are fairly cozy. The bed in particular could be a concern if you are taller - I am 6'1", and the length of the bed didn't fit my feet in. These were minor concerns for us and did not detract from our enjoyment of the space, but for larger groups, especially when sleeping in the loft area, the constrained space is something to consider.

Bill made sure to give us the latest updates on potential lava flow viewings during our stay, and provided us with snorkel masks and swim noodles to use on our snorkeling excursions. These were especially appreciated since we were first timers in deep water. It saved us money on equipment rentals, and also saved us a bunch of time, which was really valuable considering the driving distances on Big Island. We were also provided beach towels to use during our stay. We loved seeing their cat Butterscotch, their dog Coconut, and their many bunnies and chickens!

The only thing that came as a surprise (which I might have missed seeing on the listing) was that we needed to pay to use the washer and dryer. I understand that power and water supply are limited and probably quite expensive in such a remote location, but I would have preferred for this to be factored into the rental cost, and a notice/rule posted explaining that we be judicious in our use of the washer and dryer for conservation/cost reasons.

I do openly recommend Bill and Anzu's beautiful home to couples and individuals who are looking to experience Hilo, Volcanoes National Park, and the rest of the southeast side of Big Island! It was wonderful to experience the warmth and hospitality of this very loving couple.