Pros:
Remarkable 'world class' view. Walk to Kona in 10 minutes. Beach nearby for snorkeling and turtle watching (yes, we saw turtles). Kitchen and bathrooms well stocked with supplies. Beds, pillows and bedding were comfortable. Washer/dryer in good shape. Home had some new flooring and updated bath fixtures and some newer doors and trim. Fabulous outdoor covered dining area, that is where we sat most of the time. There's a very fun outdoor shower with hot/cold water. One wall of the living room slides open to fully enjoy the view. Water toys available for use. Gorgeous sunsets.
Cons:
We couldn't reach the property manager as her voice mail was full and she didn't respond to text. The home is VERY hot. The coolest bedroom is the one in back. The other two A/C units in the other bedrooms didn't work well. The living room gets the heat of the afternoon sun, no A/C in that room. The layout is odd. All rooms connect to each other (there are no hallways). Walk through the kitchen and a bedroom to get to the laundry/bath, then there are two more connecting bedrooms on the other side of the laundry, then back to the living room. Another bath is sandwiched between the living room and a bedroom, with a louvered door facing the living room. It was awkward. The home has a lot of original features so be prepared for an old home. The water tasted terrible that first night, but we found if you ran it for a good 5 minutes the taste improved. Recommend buying your drinking water. The home is on a busy road. The old windows do not seem secure, we would have appreciated instructions on the security system, especially since it's near the beach..
Summary:
We loved the location. But we won't be back. Next time we will look for a newer home with A/C and a layout that offers more privacy. If you don't mind a hot older home, and if your primary goal is to stay on the waterfront in Kona, this could be a good fit for you.