My wife and I arrived on The Big Island late in the evening, and after we picked up our rental Jeep we made the short drive up to Papa Kona. It was dark so we didn't see much, but our GPS had no trouble finding the place.

We were greeted inside by a nice bag of their truly delicious Kona coffee, and a house that really could not be more comfortable. There was far more space than two people need. We made good use of the kitchen, and we took advantage of the washer and dryer before we moved on to the next location on our vacation.

At one point early during our stay we realized we had 5 acres overlooking Kona entirely to ourselves. The Papa Kona property is absolutely beautiful, with well kept landscaping and nooks and crannies designed for rest and relaxation. The infinity hot tub was a real treat. We spent at least one evening watching the sunset over the ocean while soaking.

The location was fantastic, with easy, short drives down to town or any of the nearby beaches. They left a welcome book that describes nearby restaurants as well. (Holuakoa Cafe is a must for anyone who loves incredible food. Definitely try the lilikoi cheesecake. Cruise a little further on Mamalahoa Hwy and visit the Coffee Shack for some awesome coffee and breakfast.)

Derek and Alissa were fantastic communicators, and although we never met them face to face, it's clear they are great people. Their property is a labor of love and they are sharing it with travelers like us who are looking for a unique but affordable experience in one of the greatest places on earth. And their coffee is incredible, too!