We were welcomed late at night in the rain and quickly shown around. The accommodations were terrific, including the downstairs kitchen in which we cooked several dinners and breakfasts (hint: take their cooler and freezer blocks, go to the Hilo Farmers Market on Wed or Sat and buy what you will. Our Swiss neighbors were delighted to take what we couldn't eat when we left.) We drove over 1,100 miles in 7 days and the Bali Cottage was an ideal home base. Very comfortable inside and out (we had the cottage and did not see inside the house). Be sure to put away food downstairs because there are places for mice and such to enter. Check lava flow in Pahoa Village - the air there (and throughout the south island) is tough if you have respiratory problems. Bring bug spray and Calamine lotion.