It was a suitable location to shorten the drive to and from Haleakalā National Park. Marianne welcomed us on our arrival and helped us to get settled quickly. She had great advice for local food (there are plenty of options) and attractions. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom has been beautifully remodeled. The neighborhood was quiet and safe. The home is located on a corner, so if you leave the windows open for cool air, then traffic noise also drifts in. There are no fans in the room and no air conditioning, so it ended up a bit warm to opt for this quieter choice. This is a very relaxing home to share, surrounded by a beautiful garden.

As expected with renting a room inside a home with multiple people, there will be drawbacks. The shared bathroom proved tricky when we woke up at 4 am to make the trip to the Haleakalā Crater and heard the shower running. We waited about 15 minutes to use the bathroom before leaving for our journey and had someone else check the door because they were looking to use it too. It made more sense why Marianne suggested to leave for the crater earlier than seemed necessary, which would leave a little more time to buffer for the single bathroom.

Overall, it was a very nice home and host. It really opened up our travel opportunities, since there are few options available to stay in this part of the island for a single night.