Expect a very unique and comfortable stay at this Airbnb located within the Ohia forests in the Volcano area of the island of Hawaii, and literally just a few minutes away from the Hawaii Volcano National Park entrance. Being forty minutes from Hilo, a car is a must if you are staying at this beautiful, quiet, and very clean home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the second-floor suite which in truth was an awesome 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment (washer/dryer included). Hiking, bird watching (native Hawaiian birds), and stargazing are some of the no-cost premium activities available just outside the door. Tours of a lava tube on the property are also available, however, we skipped that one and went to the Thurston lava tube in Volcano National Park. The elevation is in the 4000 ft range so keep in mind it can be a little cool even in the summer months and perhaps cold & rainy in the winter months with oftentimes snow on nearby Mauna Loa. Shout out to "Dimple Cheek Cafe" 15-20 minutes towards Kurtistown, and located in the park, the Kilauea Military Camp Crater Rim Cafe/General Store (open to the public) for food and supplies.
For us, with attention to detail and a genuine feeling of Aloha, it is easy to see why Shannon has such high marks and great reviews.