The Avocado Tree House was everything we'd hoped for--beautiful, peaceful, clean, and exceptionally friendly. My two daughters and I stayed for a week while we explored the Puna region of the Big Island. We knew the moment we turned onto the serene rainforest road leading to Hugh and Elvira's farm that we were in for something extraordinary. We were met as promised at the main house and escorted to our lodging, which was artfully decorated and spotlessly clean, with fresh linens on the beds and a large platter of local fruits waiting in the kitchen. We loved the privacy afforded by the loft sleeping area (my younger daughter found it so magical), the airy reflection room, and the separate kitchen, where I snuck away early each morning to drink my coffee in the silence. We were treated each day to fresh fruit, coffee, cream, butter and local bread, and also enjoyed cooking our own dinners a few nights in the well-equipped kitchen. Best of all, we felt so safe and well-cared for during our stay. Our week included a tropical storm, during which Hugh checked in on us and supplied flashlights (just in case the solar power stopped working for some reason, which it didn't) and later brought bug spray and salve for some of the bites we received while exploring. The location couldn't be better--close to warm ponds for snorkeling, rainforest hikes, and the colorful town of Pahoa. We were also within easy driving distance of the city of Hilo and Volcano National Park, which made great day trips. I highly recommend the treehouse to any traveler looking for a beautiful and peaceful place to call home base while in Puna.