Comfortable and clean living space with beautiful views of Hilo Bay. The screened windows kept the place feeling fresh and airy while keeping the bugs out. The bed was comfortable and the pull-out couch was perfect for our child. The living space was open and the kitchen was well appointed with some thoughtful touches like a blender to make tropical fruit smoothies :) The backyard, perched 30ft above the ocean, has a swimming pool and lawn and is a great space to relax and soak in the vibes. A rocky black-sand beach is a short 3-minute walk away, and while the surf can be rough, the river that bounds one side of the beach was wide and slow - perfect for playing in (conditions permitting). We fell asleep to the sounds of the ocean waves crashing on the cliffs below, coqui frogs in the garden, and the rain pattering on the leaves outside. We woke in the mornings to the sun rising over the Pacific.
The hosts were thoughtful, warm, and extremely helpful with their recommendations of things to do and see.