Pua's place is a lovely and unique place to stay. The interior is well appointed and comfy. The garden is beautiful and the surrounding area is magnificent, especially Onomea Bay and the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. It is just far enough from Hilo to feel secluded, but close enough to dash into town for coffee or a meal in no time. Pua is kind, knowledgeable and generous; she gave us the last of her half & half for our coffee, a new box of almond milk for our cereal and delicious eggs from her flock of chickens. If you're not accustomed to life in the country, I recommend bringing along a pair of earplugs just in case the rooster might disturb your sleep.