House location for experiencing the central/northern part of the island is good. Very close to Hilo (5 mins. from airport) & about 1.5 hours from Kona. The house was large enough for our group of 11 and the beds were comfortable. However, as other guests have stated, there was a roach issue. We saw about 6-8 during our stay. Although we realize all bugs cannot be eliminated in a tropical area, the house could use some updating with regards to gaps and spaces under the doors and windows to keep the bugs out. Other than that, David was very responsive when we called him with an issue regarding the front door and made sure it was corrected promptly.