December 26, 2017-Jan 1, 2018 My husband and I flew into Kona and drove Saddle Road to Eco Hale in the dark after our flight. Kaeo's directions were clear and concise which we greatly appreciated having never been to the Island of Hawaii before. A complementary dinner was provided when we arrive which was homemade and delicious!! Kaeo also made a wonderful banana nut bread for us to enjoy as well! Sweets and treats were provided throughout our stay which helped make us feel welcome and at home. Unlocking/locking the gate to the property was not an inconvenience and helped us feel secure. Eco Hale is beautifully placed in the backyard of Karl and Kaeo's property which allowed for easy communication and quick response to requests. The position and distance between Kaeo and Karl's home from Eco Hale maintained privacy for me and my husband throughout our stay. The bathroom is separate from the bedroom and my husband and I felt comfortable going back and forth in the privacy of Eco Hale. We enjoyed waking up each morning to make French press coffee, hand squeezing fresh orange juice from the juicing oranges on the property, and eating fresh tangerines picked from the trees. The complementary breakfast and stocked mini fridge with juices, yogurt, were a wonderful plus!! Eco Hale is in the rain forrest side of the island which can make nights and mornings chilly in December. Kaeo and Karl provided a few extra sweatpants and blankets hanging up in the closet just incase of colder weather. This closet is filled with useful items! Kaeo and Karl have provided so many items we didn't think we needed. Binoculars, snorkel goggle de-fogger, flashlights, plenty of informational books, beach chairs, beach towels!! The property is gorgeous and filled with all kinds of plants and flowers lining the small trails and garden. The chirps and sounds of the rain forrest nightlife are mesmerizing. Soaking in the OFuro soaking tub was calming and soothing after a day of hiking in HVNP. Kaeo and Karl also encourage recycling and composting, which my husband and I loved!! The 1G wireless was a convenient but also kept cell phone use to minimum. My husband and I wanted a "no-phone-zone" so we used the wireless only to research our activities for the next day. The binder provided by Kaeo and Karl was extremely helpful and filled with information about activities to do in Hawaii, appliance guides, items provided in Eco Hale, and more!! We were off on so many adventures throughout the day that Kaeo provided a basket for us to fill for laundry! This was completely unexpected yet so appreciated!!! From Eco Hale my husband and I achieved so much in 5 days!! HVNP: Thurston Lava Tube, KilaueaIki Crater Trail, Chain of Craters, Holei Sea Arch, Hilo Farmers Market, drive to MaunaLoa (overlook was closed), Snorkeling at Richardson Ocean Park, Kaumana Caves (old lava tube), boogie boarding at the Summit of MaunaKea, eating at Pineapples,Ken's House of...