We loved our stay in Karen's Bali cottage. The location right down by Kealakekua Bay is fantastic. We enjoyed the outdoor kitchen and bathroom area. This was definitely a nice rustic experience. We were here in August and did not really have any problems with the mosquitoes. The mosquito netting and a little bug spray kept us mostly bite-free (and mosquitoes love my wife). If you are someone who does not like spiders, this may not be right for you. They are harmless and help contain bugs, but there were quite a few of them around. We quickly got used to them and saw them as part of the experience.

Karen was great, very friendly, showing us around the place, bringing us down to the beach, showing us the good snorkeling and kayaking spots, and introducing us to the locals. It was pleasure staying at Karen's cottage.