We loved the décor and location of this cottage. Only 5 minutes to the park entry and about 30 minutes from Hilo. Perfect location if you are planning on doing hiking in the park (highly recommend the Kilauea Ike hike) or seeing the volcano at night (sight to behold if it is erupting during your visit!). Surrounding rainforest and beautiful ferns and blooming flowers in the garden add to the restful and romantic atmosphere. Size-wise the space is probably best suited for a couple rather than family. If planning to prepare your meals, do grocery shopping on your way at either Kona or Hilo area as there are no grocery stores in the area. There were plenty of basics already in the cottage cupboards to start off your meal, including salt/pepper/oil/soy sauce/spices/tea/coffee and even pasta! There are cafes/restaurants next door in Volcano but plan ahead and make reservations (Kilauea Lodge Restaurant was booked up at least two days in advance for dinner when we visited end of October). Mahalo to the hosts for making our stay wonderful!