We just returned after spending three days at the Zen cottage. I can not say enough about this unique location. It's near everything you want to do. We went to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, visited several local Falls (Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls), the local lava tubes and snorkeled and hiked each day. It's about two hours to Kona and ten minutes from Hilo. I personally enjoyed the outdoor bathroom and I didn't think I would. The cottage is private and it's a charming experience. There are shampoos, oils, lotions, candles and incense to set any mood you like. There's a long porch with many interesting plants, geckos, birds and tree frogs provide a jungle atmosphere. There's a full kitchen for cooking and dining in. You're free to stroll around the estate and there's a friendly cow across the street. The hosts were great and even gave us a little tour of the cacao, coffee and vanilla plants. We would recommend this location to anyone and we hope to visit again.