We were thrilled with this house and would absolutely return.
The host was very responsive by email and provided us with a local contact (Leslie) for assistance with check-in and all the little details. She was quickly responsive, and extremely warm, welcoming and friendly. She was a great local resource for recommendations on pretty much anything you might need.
The house itself was adorable, and to me, looked even better in person. It was cozy and charming and had everything we needed, including space heaters (which we definitely used!) and a cozy gas fireplace. Waimea is a wonderful town. We'd been there before and were looking forward to visiting again. Everything in Waimea was an easy drive from the house, including the farmers markets as well as amazing places to eat (Big Island Brewhaus with locally made beers, Moa Kitchen, Mamane Bakery with delicious pastries, Aka Sushi, Waimea Coffee House, and the most incredible and well-priced poke bowls at Foodland Grocery which - apparently - the locals consider the best on the island).
We knew going in (and you should, too) two important things. First, it is a bit of a drive to some of the "destinations" on the island. Second, it is in a cool, rainy part of the island. We considered the weather a bonus. The damp climate makes for a gorgeously green and lush landscape and virtually guarantees spectacular daily rainbows. (It also means your towels feel perpetually damp too! but it is still worth it). We loved coming back from a hot sunny day at the beach and watching for rainbows as the mist began and the air got cooler.
Because Waimea is high up, we also had a great view from the deck and out the windows. We can't wait to come back.