Linda’s place is great for the persons looking for a local experience. Her guest suite is perfect sized for 2 people- even more if you include the loft! We felt right at home from the start and although the location is a little far from the main cities like Kona and Hilo (about an hour and a half for either), it is perfectly located in a small town that can provide you with anything you may need on your visit. There are local coffee shops, bakeries, restaurants, gas/convenience stores. For cooking, there is a portable stove top (two burner) and pots/pans provided. There is also a bigger fridge with a freezer. There is no microwave or oven, so plan your food accordingly. We stayed for a total of 10 days and found the cooking situation to be easy to handle. The open air bathroom was an awesome experience. Imagine a totally sheltered but open aired, bamboo bathroom where you get to see wildlife, like geckos coming into the space with you, and also feel the hawaiian breeze as you shower! It really was a treat. I would recommend Linda’s spot to anyone looking to get a true hawaiian experience.