Richard’s home is amazing. It’s located across from a fantastic park system with a great snorkeling beach. We could actually see the house when we were out on our scuba diving excursion. The kitchen is everything you’ve been led to believe it is and it has all the equipment you need to make a gourmet meal. There are a few staples re: spices and supplies, but if you intend to cook you need to take an inventory before you go to the store. The stores are not close and you need a rental car if you’re staying here. It’s not close to amenities, but it’s an easy drive and it’s a great base camp for day trips to the volcanoes and east/south shore. Some parts of our party were disappointed by the lack of A/C, but you probably don’t need it. We were very comfortable when we were there. Plus a little warmth is a great excuse to sit out on the porch, with a great view.
It was a little musty when we were there, but that’s always a hazard of a beach side house. I think a good washing of all the bedding and sheets could clear it up. There’s laundry on site, but we didn’t bother with trying to clean the bedding. The smell wasn’t a big deal for us, but could be for someone with respiratory issues.