The cottage is a great place to stay if you like Hilo side of the island. Close enough to Hilo for food, shopping, etc., but not too close. The views at the Cottage are great. Onomea Bay is a short drive or bike ride away and is a beautiful area.

The cottage itself is well built and cared for, and the bathroom shower is particularly nicely done. The size is great for two people but would be too small for more. Also the cottage kitchenette lacks a range top so cooking can be done, but I wouldn't recommend cooking anything but the simplest meals. Better to plan on eating out.

Bob and Kady were welcoming but were not intrusive - just right! We enjoyed playing tug-the-frisbee with Lilly the Border Collie. She's good at frisbee catch. The orchard is nice to walk around in, and there's a creekside gazebo for sitting just down the hill.

We enjoyed our stay and hope to return on a future trip!