Everything we expected based on the hosts' description and other Airbnb reviews was true and accurate. Raphael and Kutira have an amazing piece of property that I am grateful they've built and made available to share! The hike to the lagoon is short and takes some care; the trail to the ocean can be very slippery and dangerous when it's been raining (as it was for us). We did both in the rain without any problems, but we had to be very careful. The views are very much worth the effort. There isn't any place else I can think of in Hawaii where you can access such natural beauty in an environment of perfect peace and tranquility. Both my boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it. We ended up staying in the Hawaiian Room instead of the Indian Room, but both rooms math the descriptions on the website.

A few notes for anyone who has not stayed in a rainforest-like climate (things I had forgotten about as well before coming): if you have a mold allergy, I would recommend contacting the hosts beforehand to let them know so they can help you manage it as it is simply impossible to not have mold when it rains here (it's part of the environment). Also, the house is built like a classic Hawaiian house: no air conditioning because no houses here have it. Generally you don't need it, but had I remembered, we would have brough at least hand fans for the evenings since there isn't always a breeze blowing through (they may have been available from the hosts, but we didn't think to as during our short stay). Finally, definitely bring good bug spray. The mosquitos come out in swarms after rains.

All in all, this is a perfect place to stay to experience natural Hawaii. Raphael and Kutira are great hosts and quite accommodating. I highly recommend staying here to enjoy everything they have to offer.