We enjoyed our stay here and felt totally at home. It was exactly as advertised in a quiet (except for the beautiful birds and frogs which we enjoyed very much) Hawaiian neighborhood. If you are looking for a vacation off the beaten track of the tourist scene, this place is perfect. It is centrally located to both Hilo and Volcano and you can truly experience the Big Island of Hawaii. Riaan was a great host and exceptional with all communication. The kitchen is shared with Riann's mom Cathy, and she is a wonderful hostess as well. We enjoyed getting to know both of these delightful people and feel we have made new friends.