Okay, stop searching. This is the place to stay while on the big island.
Tim and I had a fantastic time staying with Buck. Not only is he an incredible host, but is a great source for tips on the Island. His friendly and warm conversation was a blessing & his space was absolutely incredible. Winter, his cat, is such a treat & is super friendly. Waking up to the sun shining over the ocean view and falling asleep listening to frogs or the subtle rain on the roof was perfect. Overall great place to enjoy beautiful Hawai‘i. It’s away from all of the noisy tourist attractions and close to a bunch of amazing beaches. One thing I will say is that this cottage does not have air conditioning, but the ceiling fan was more than enough (most nights we even needed to use the comforter on the bed). If you absolutely need A.C. then book his other cottage. Whatever you do, don’t miss out on this amazing experience.