Michael’s home is a perfect getaway. We really enjoyed the local amenities (check out Kehena Beach, Boogie Woogie Pizza, & the Lava Shack) along with driving out to nearby attractions like Hawaii Volcanoes NP and Hilo. I was a little hesitant about the outdoor shower & compost toilet, but both were super easy to get used to. We also enjoyed the jungle-like environment.
The only thing that we hadn’t considered when booking was the location. Even though it’s only about 20-30 minutes from Hilo and 15-20 min from Pahoa, we found that this would have been a great location for those who plan to stay a little more local, as most attractions were 1+ hrs away. This didn’t take away from our experience, but if you plan on spending a lot of time on the north or south coast, it may get tiresome driving 2-4 hrs round trip daily to different areas of the island. Of course, that’s something to consider no matter where you stay.
If the opportunity arises, we would love to come back :)