The Peaceful Retreat is just that, very peaceful. The house is gorgeous and very comfortable. The landscaping is awesome, as is the pool. The view of the Pacific is very nice, and we enjoyed eating on the lanai. The house is spotless with all the amenities you need. The location is a bit off the beaten track, but we picked it because it is a reasonable drive to Volcanoes National Park. Beautiful Black Sands Beach is pretty close, and we took advantage of that. Overall, we had a great experience at the Peaceful Retreat, and will definitely return the next time we come to the Big Island.