Colleen's place exceeded our expectations, which were already pretty high, based on the photos of the home. Instead of mixed in with the beach crowd group (including busy traffic and noise), this private home offered the entire upstairs living space, situated in a very quiet neighborhood surrounded by palms and bamboo trees. We arrived to find almost all the windows open which allows a light tropical breeze through the entire home (we left them open our entire stay). Even though it's up on the slope (about 1,000 feet elevation) it's only about 10 minutes to the airport, the marina (went sport fishing and whale watching), and about 20 minutes to Kona. We alternated between cooking in (fully stocked kitchen) and dining out while we were checking out some local activities. The beds were super comfortable, the linens plush, has a washer/dryer in unit, and the views to the southwest are fantastic. We loved watching the sunset over the Pacific as we sipped libations while sitting on the lanai. Be advised, since it is the top floor of a private residence, situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, I wouldn't recommend this house for groups who are interested in partying. But if you want to experience Hawaii living like a resident - this place is it. We would stay here again in a heartbeat and we strongly recommend Colleen's place for your stay in Kona.