Oh my. I expected a rugged experience, but this was truly rugged. This wonderful wonderful compound is situated in the middle of the Big Island jungle and requires you to traverse on a dirt road off the main freeway (you need a car to get around the island anyway). When they say off the power grid, they really mean it. When they say outdoor shower, they really mean it (though it is possibly the most charming little outdoor shower I will likely ever to see). The compound is really a yoga center, so you're presumably bound to meet some very friendly and interesting people, as my girlfriend and I have. In the jungle night, you'll hear an intoxicating cacophony of birds, insects, and frogs, and though the roof leaked when we stayed, it did not at all dampen the experience. Recommend a car with 4 wheel drive though.

Rachelle was away, so we meet Sarah the property manager instead, the sweetest and kindest property manager you'd ever likely to meet. 10 minutes drive away from Volcano and Hawaii Volcanoes NP, and you have a one of kind place to stay. My only regret is that I stayed here for only two nights. So awesome.