This house is a gem of a place to stay! It's somewhat of a rustic getaway, for those who want to avoid the tourist areas and get a sense of 'old' Hawaii.
Waking up to the cacophony of birds every morning was joyous—bring your binoculars and be prepared to sit rapt in the garden. There are pheasants in the evening that are beautiful. The ocean view and garden created the perfect surroundings for relaxation inbetween trips to parks, towns, and beaches. There's a grill, so pick up fresh fish and some veggies on the way home and you have an easy and inexpensive dinner. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, pots and pans. The living room is cozy and perfect for garden views, and the deck is perfect for the ocean views. And we loved eating on the covered garden patio when it rained. And, oh! Yay for a king bed!
Paka, the resident cat on the large property who lives we assume with the caretaker, is amazing--just loving enough, and just independent enough not to be a bother—we're not exactly cat people, but we actually wanted to take her home with us! This is Hawaii, so be prepared for a variety of insects. They never bothered us, but for anyone with phobias, it may not be their cup of tea.
This was not a hotel experience, and that is exactly what we were hoping for--a cozy, well-loved, well-equipped home that we were honored to stay in and greatly loved for 10 days.