When I asked my kids what they liked most about Hawaii, I was expecting them to reply "dolphin swim" or "volcano tube hikes". They both said, "hanging out at Koki Cottage with Lori, Ken and Josi (dog) every morning." I think that says it all about our experience.
I was very curious about the 5 star reviews, so curious that I booked a studio for my family of 4 though I usually book 2 bedrooms. Well, they did not disappoint. Lori and Ken were there to greet us when we arrived, gave us local tips when we needed them. even hung out with our kids (well, I could not keep my kids from going over to them, not suggesting that you should). The Studio, though one space, was very large, clean, and well appointed. It has all the amenities you need for a family and even the towel warmers were a nice touch. We enjoyed breakfast at the back porch facing a garden, and juicing fresh orange juice from the oranges from their garden. It was perfection!
We arrived as strangers and left as friends. Lori and Ken are the best Airbnb hosts we ever stayed with. We plan to return before our kids outgrow the studio :).