Rayshel was able to accommodate a very last minute booking (basically, same-day!), which was terrific! (THANKS, AGAIN, RAYSHEL!) And her place was just the right base for my Big Island staycation. Beach is pretty much 1 apartment complex away (super rocky, but still nice); Magic sands is maybe a good 5min drive up the road; there is a shopping plaza about a minute's drive away, which was super convenient; and Kona pier is maybe a 10/12min drive away,, too.
The condo itself was cozy and very clean; and the pool was empty the whole weekend I was there. It's not heated, but surprisingly stayed just under lukewarm under the Kona clouds and sprinkle. Didn't get to enjoy the hot tub as it appeared not to be filtering at all (a TON of dead bugs).
One minor thing: the condo only had 1 roll of toilet paper (and 1 roll of paper towels), which was a first for me; all other rentals I've ever stayed at - whether a weekend, a week, or just 1 night - usually keep a couple of rolls accessible. Luckily, Long's was a quick drive away. Oh, and the kitchen could use the basic salt and pepper shakers. :)
Nonetheless, Rayshel's place was a great place to stay and I definitely recommend!