Sarah and James’s place is a great home away from home if you want a convenient location but are looking to live like a local. The house is the lower level unit and is fully stocked with all the basics and many thoughtful touches you’ll enjoy for your stay. Sarah was incredibly helpful and responsive with ideas of things to do.
Regarding location, the house is up the hill from the ocean and about a 15 minute drive from grocery stores and many restaurants. It’s 2 houses off a busy street, so my only words of caution are that there is a lot if traffic noise if you’re a light sleeper. That’s not a complaint by any means, but just an FYI.
Finally, for any like me who booked a trip and don’t do much research before you arrive (oops), my only travel tip is that you might want to split time between Kona and Hilo. We did a LOT of driving. Sarah and James’s home was a great home base, though!