Koki Kottage was truly our home away from home. Ken and Lori were the best Airbnb hosts we’ve ever met. They’re very friendly, down to earth, hospitable and so easy to communicate with. After staying in a high rise condo on the beachfront of bustling downtown Kona, we really needed to be away from all the noise and experience a change of scenery. Koki Kottage was exactly what we were looking for. It is nestled in a small, quiet, rural, lush town about halfway between Volcano and Hilo, and 10 min away from the best coffee I’ve had on the Big Island (shoutout to Koana in Mountainview- such a hidden gem!). You’ll need a car for getting around as there’s not much nearby. The cottage is perfect for a couple or small family. The inside is updated, clean and has everything you could possibly need. The outside is private, spacious and surrounded by lush trees and vegetation. If you’re a light sleeper, you may need earplugs as the sounds of all the night critters fill the air after dark. This didn’t bother us, in fact, it was quite relaxing compared to hearing the cars and crowds in Kona. The area does get quite a bit of rain but that didn’t dampen our day as we spent most of our time exploring Hilo, Volcanoes National Park and the southern part of Big Island. We enjoyed Koki Kottage and would love to stay here again on our next visit! Many thanks to Lori and Ken for our wonderful and memorable experience!