We were greeted immediately upon arriving. A delicious quiche was waiting for us along with a bowl of local fruit. They compiled a whole notebook of things to do in the area and provided other tips. The garden is amazing and lush. It felt exotic coming from Texas. The location is convenient for getting to Volcanoes National Park and the Hilo area. We enjoyed the remoteness and stars at night. You definitely want a car with high clearance, but we made it with a 2WD SUV.