We have stayed at a lot of interesting places around the Big Island, but this place exceeded our wildest expectations. It truly has to be seen to be believed. The grounds are gorgeously landscaped. We are tropical plant nerds and were excited to discover plants we had never seen before. (Definitely try the Abiu fruit if it's in season!) Regretfully, we didn't get to meet Elvira during our two-night stay, but Hugh was very welcoming and entertaining. (More aptly put, he has big Aloha and loves to talk story.) The Avocado House is such a beautiful and unique structure. It was impeccably clean and stocked with delicious fruit, as well as some breakfast basics. We had a great time hanging out with the geckos on the lanai - they even ate papaya off our fingertips! Another highlight was the 360 degree view of the night sky, featuring an exceptionally bright Milky Way. Okay, enough reminiscing. You will have to see for yourself how magical this place is.