Ethan and his family are wonderful, hospitable hosts who've crafted a truly cozy, amenable place to stay. They provided great local tips (have dinner at Thai Thai, yum!) and were especially kind and communicative throughout our stay. You get the best of both worlds by staying deep in the rainforest, listening to the rain patter on the cabin windows and surrounded by lush plants and flowers, and yet the volcano park (~15 min) and downtown Hilo (~30 min) are easy to zip over to. Excellent spot to stay if you're exploring the volcano or want a place more off the beaten bath while discovering Hilo and the beautiful hikes and waterfalls of the east side of the island!