To start off this review, Bob and Kady are awesome hosts for a number of reasons. First, they are very personable and responsive - and have put together a host of materials and suggestions for things to do and places to eat on the Big Island. Second, this place is very clean and very well maintained, from the bathroom to the kitchen, to the grounds outside, nothing is out of place. Third, the instructions provided for finding the place, and check in were spot on and exactly as described. They also went above and beyond providing tips, a bbq, the latest in season fruit from their orchard which was a really great added touch. (the avocados are the size of soft balls)
This property is an excellent place for a couple to stay who are in need of a relaxing vacation. It is quiet. The resident pets Lily, Skunky, and chickens are pleasant to have around, and throwing the frisbee with Lily while having morning coffee was a fun added touch. There are numerous great spots to sit and enjoy coffee the sunrise and a bottle of wine while relaxing.
As Hawaii (The Big Island) is truly big, you will need a car to drive around. This place is very well located for exploring the Hilo side, and Volcano regions of the Island, Mauna Kea, the Macadamia Nut plantations, and most of the waterfalls. (Volcano is about 40 minute drive, from here as opposed to 2 hours or more from the main resort district on the Kona side.)
If you are not into cooking or making breakfast and coffee in the morning there is a cute affordable store & cafe no more than 5 minutes down the road. It also has most of the amenities you would need if you wanted to make breakfast on your own at the place or do a bit of both.
We would highly recommend this place to other couples who want to explore all that The Big Island has to offer. Next time we come, we would probably skip the 5 days we spent in a resort and just stay here for the full 10 days because it was more relaxing, better value, and we are an active couple who likes hiking, etc. and there is just more of that to do in closer proximity on this side of the Island.
Mahalo again!