Our family really enjoyed our stay there. The host (Robert) has built an amazing loft house with a landscape that is truly gorgeous. We were ecstatic when we walked inside. It was both aesthetically pleasing and architecturally functional. The reclaimed-wooden stairway is stunning. The kitchen utensils were helpful, but there is no kitchen oven, so be prepared to cook stove top any food you may buy at the Farmer's Market or local grocery (which worked fine for us). The place has a pull-out bed in the sofa downstairs, but Robert so nice to bring a mattress up into the loft so my six-year old could sleep with us. Unfortunately, we were visiting after Tropical Storm Iselle hit, so many of the famous swim spots were not accessible. But Robert suggested some local spots we could go to. The location is also great for day trips to places like Volcano Village and Hilo. We feel lucky to have been able to stay and fortunate to find such an awesome spot. We are looking forward to returning.