Where do I begin. This was one of the best Airbnb/VRBO experiences. The house was PERFECT! There were so many amenities available and then some. The location was so cool with the house surrounded on three sides by lush vegetation, so thick that you didn't have to close the blinds/drapes and great scenery all around, from the jungle views, lava flows, ocean cliffs and volcanoes in the distance.
The host, Doug was fantastic. He reached out just after booking and a few days prior to arriving to answer any questions, provide recommendations and was very responsive to any questions. There's a reason Doug's a super host. I wish I had some extra time on the HIlo side of the island to have a beer with Doug and listen to his stories.
Our time on the east side was short, after spending a few days in Kona and before heading to Oahu to catch a flight back to the mainland. I would have preferred to stay at Doug's place and on the east side of the Hawai'i for the whole trip.
Mahalo!