Allowed to explore an amazing lush funky beautiful area of the Big Island. We loved Kalapana. The place was great, full of color and unique, thoughtful accents.
You are definitely out there, which is mostly all positive -- just very difficult to find upon first arrival since there is no service and directions are given by the number of telephone poles you pass. Adds to the adventure - but just be prepared before you get out there!
This was a wonderful home base with ample space and loved having a washer/dryer.
Also note, near the ocean but no view and only accessible via a decent climb over the lava rocks.