We loved our stay here! The place was immaculately cleaned and had everything we needed to feel at home very quickly. The fully stocked kitchen was especially nice as it had all the little things you might need to cook, make coffee, etc. that you wouldn’t pack or want to buy once you arrive. And the air conditioner, which for us was a must, worked super well. We switched it off during the day, and when we got back in the evenings it cooled the place down in under five minutes. The location was perfect, with east access to main roads to get to “downtown” Kona, the coffee farms, and the beaches on the western coast.
The hosts were among the best I’ve ever had. Super friendly and approachable, and even shared a generous cut of Ahi tuna they’d caught the day before! They obviously put a lot of thought into the entire guest experience. Before we arrived they sent a beautifully designed guide book for the unit with lots of recommendations for the best things to around the island. As stated above, the kitchen was fully stocked, but there was also beach equipment, a cooler, snorkeling gear, and really everything we might have needed to take advantage of all the things there are to do on the island. The washer and dryer was another thing that a lot of units might not have, but was super nice given that our trip in Hawaii was two weeks.
Overall, I would highly recommend staying here, and would do so myself if I’m ever back in Kona.