We spent a week at Ania and John's place and couldn't expect a better place. It was our first trip to Hawaii and Big Island. This place is ideally located:
1) You are up in the hills and therefore it is not too hot.
2) The studio is soooooo quiet, just the humming of the birds, the rooster and the occasional dog.
3) You are very close to any road that will take you around the island. Driving is very easy and you reach most places of interest easily.
I would definitely recommend Ania and John's place. They are wonderful and friendly host and Ania has many tips and secret places to share. She is very quick to respond to any request and communication has been very smooth from A to Z.
I must also mention the high quality of the appliances and the bedding! Very comfy queen bed and tempur-pedic pillows (I slept so well that I ordered a couple once I was back home!). The studio is decorated with taste in Hawaiian style and you get an amazing view for sunset! If you ever get tired after long hikes, you even have the pool and deckchairs to relax. Could you ask for more, no! We wish we had spent more time there! Clearly Ania and John get a lot of positive reviews, this is absolutely well-deserved!