This place was amazing, and Elaine and Vernon were so hospitable. They gave us tips for great eateries in the area (Umeke's does have great poke), and their place with the porch view is so wonderful to enjoy the sunsets. We only had time for one sunset there, but it was a perfect setting. The location is about 10-15 minutes at most from any grocery store or restaurant if you wanted to pick up groceries or food. The apartment itself was very clean and spacious and decorated very nicely. I would highly recommend this apartment to couple who are planning to be on the go and enjoy the wonders of Hawaii during the day and relax at a great place in the morning and nights. It should be noted that Vernon and Elaine do work at home and the apartment is below their place so sometimes you can hear footstep of them and the dogs, but they were very good about being quiet in the morning and evening, so that it wasn't a concern at all to us, but some might not like that. Overall love this place, and we would definitely come back here when we come back to the big island in the future.