clean and beautifully appointed, like a guest house. appreciated the beautiful garden, fresh cut flowers in the kitchen and all the tips for the area including menus. also enjoyed the complimentary hawaiian coffee and water. if you are cooking be prepared to bring everything which we were prepared for, kitchen is very basic, toaster, microwave, coffee maker. bring paper towels basic spices, vegetable oil etc this place didn't have that. I also brought a cleaning cloth with me so I don't leave the place a mess because I do cook a lot. thank you Clay for the hospitality we really enjoyed our stay. Air conditioner was not needed, open air was beautiful and refreshing. closed the windows at night and was still cool. Volcano is beautiful and only a short drive to Hilo, and close to the national park. Mahalo!