My husband and I were celebrating our 5-year anniversary early, and John and Nat's was the PERFECT place to stay for 8 nights.
The pictures do not do it justice - everything is brand new, huge walk-in shower, completely relaxed atmosphere, and beautiful decor. As soon as we started walking up the steps, I felt transported to a spa.
Two cold water bottles in the fridge when we arrived were very appreciated!
Couldn't have asked for a better location: you can walk to the Ka'awaloa (Captain Cook) Trailhead, or take a quick drive continuing down the road to Kealakekua Bay, which has a beautiful little park and the best snorkeling. It's across the bay from the Captain Cook Monument and has very easy access to the water (not near any of the tour boats).
Was great to have a covered garage to park our car at night.
The listing doesn't mention a hairdryer, but there was one in our bathroom.
No W/D but there is a laundromat just up the road, and if there's anything you forgot, a ChoiceMart is 5 min. away. We loved having a full kitchen so we could cook for ourselves.
We brought our own beach towels and shampoo/conditioner/shower gel, and I would recommend others do the same.
My only warning: I wandered the garden walkway to take photos of the flowers, and accidentally disturbed the home of little red ants. They were not happy and let me know it! Watch your feet as you walk around (this goes for anywhere on the island).
All in all, I highly recommend the lower level of the May Rose cottage - you won't find a better value for your money. We would absolutely stay here next time we're in town!