I stayed with Emily and Corey for 2 weeks while I was there for a reporting project, and they made it feel like home! They are two of the most kind-hearted people I’ve met, and I enjoyed eating breakfast with them, drinking iced coffee with Emily (best coffee on the whole island!), releasing butterflies in their garden, hanging out in the living room while Corey and his friend played guitar, and all of our long & existential chats. They gave the best recommendations for places to go on the island, and even have a handy adventure book they made with loads of suggestions. From falling asleep to the sound of coqui frogs to waking up to chickens, this was such a wonderful experience (and I loved having the cat sleep in my bed with me a few nights). It was so welcoming, and Emily and Corey have become more than hosts, they are now friends. I’d recommend this place to anyone who wants a genuine Big Island experience :)