This is an incredible Airbnb! I'd give it more than five stars if I could because it exceeded my expectations in so many ways, detailed below. I have visited all of the 4 main islands once and chose to come back to the Big Island because I fell in love with it. I highly recommend it if you haven't been, and I also can't recommend this condo enough.
1. The views from the townhome are gorgeous. I was expecting a lovely view of the ocean, which I absolutely got. But, you also get charming mountain views. In addition, you get a gorgeous view from almost every single area in the condo, including the primary bathroom.
I spent hours and hours on the lanai watching the ocean, the mountains, and a surprising number of birds in the landscape in front of the unit. You're in the closest group of condos to the ocean, so you don't have other units blocking your view. There's lots of lava rock and landscaping off of the lanai where the birds like to hang out.
2. The location is excellent. It's a short walk to both the beach and a shopping center with restaurants and a grocery store. I always drove to the beach because I carry so much stuff there, but it took less than 5 minutes.
There are 3 beaches within a 5-mile radius, including one of the best snorkeling spots on the Big Island: Kahaluʻu Beach Park. It doesn't look like much when you get there, but I saw over 50 species of fish here. Snorkeling on the Big Island is incredible!
3. I was really impressed by how well-stocked the townhouse was. There was everything you could possibly need, including lots of towels, beach chairs, coolers, and four sets of snorkeling gear.
I'm not one to cook much on vacation, but the kitchen had so many items, and the view was so pretty that I actually stayed in several nights and cooked. Somehow cooking with a view of the ocean makes it feel fun and not a chore. There is an outdoor grill as well, although I never used it.
4. There is a high quality and very large TV that made it nice to watch the surf channel and movies. I feel like I have to get a new TV now that I'm at home ;) There is also a good-sized TV in the primary bedroom, but I never turned it on.
5. The townhouse is two-stories and very spacious (bedrooms are upstairs). It feels more like a house. What's nice is that unlike standard staircases that go straight up, there is half of the stairway, then a big landing, and then the other half of the stairs. Makes it easy if you're carrying stuff upstairs or if you have trouble with steep stairs.
The master bedroom is huge and includes a really comfortable king-size bed and an oversized chair/loveseat. You can lay in bed and see the ocean. It doesn't get much better than that.
6. The condominium complex is great. It was very quiet and had nice amenities like a lovely pool and an awesome hot tub. The hot tub jets are powerful. Helped relax my tired muscles from all the swimming and exploring I did.
I don't have anything but positive things to say. I had a magical 9-day stay and hated leaving. It's clear that the owners put a lot of care and attention into making their guests comfortable. It's so nice that I want to return and stay in this townhome as soon as possible. I'm hoping I can stay a month next time. I work remotely, and it would feel like a home away from home, but better :)