We just returned from a 12 day stay at Simin's wonderful home. It was peaceful, beautiful and off the beaten track. The description of the property is right on. The lanai is as wonderful as it looks! Bring bug dope or use some that is provided. Friendliest geckos I've ever met help keep the bug population down. Morning often started with a chorus of pig snorts from the family of wild pigs that call the area next door home. Great gas grill, hammock and various locations to lounge on the lanai are provided. In the evening, eating dinner and playing games on the beautiful plank table while the sun sets is a must. The house was very clean, the beds comfortable, and the kitchen well stocked. Drinking water was provided and refilling was easy and free at the city water refill station across the street from the Hookena Beach turn. Usually having to dispose of trash would feel like too much on vacation, but it is so easy. We'd just grab our trash whenever we were heading north on a trash disposal day. It literally took 60 seconds to pull in and throw the bags in the shut. We spent most of our time outside, but sometimes later in the night we would convene into the living room and take advantage of Simin's big TV and HULU access. Beach towels, chairs and other beach equipment was available and in pretty good shape.
Pebble beach at the bottom of the long and steep hill is a cool place to spend an afternoon. Pretty rough, so swimming isn't always available. The short walk along the Kings Trail to the north is worth doing to see the pretty, secluded beach. We highly recommend the little over 2 mile hike on the Kings trail to the south for the beautiful views and a look at a old volcanic cone. From this area of the island you have good access to South Point (check out the Local Buzz farm on South Point Rd for a fun stop and local goodies), Green Sand Beach and a fairly short drive to Volcano National Park where we suggest at least a whole day. Snorkeling at 2-Step and visit to the Place of Refuge is a must. Hookena Beach is a great spot to swim and, when calm, snorkel. Don't miss the farmers market at Captain Cook on Sundays. It's the best one we've ever been to.
Simin's place is a real gem. If you want to be away from the crowds and enjoy a beautiful peaceful part of the island, this is the place for you!