As city folks we like having things within walking distance. The fact that you could wake up and walk 200ft to a park with great snorkeling was absolutely amazing. The geography of the Big Island means there aren't *so many* properties with walking access to a beach.
We don't always cook on trips, but this kitchen was well-equipped so we did. In fact, the property had almost all everything I could want while there...beach chairs, beach towels, snorkel gear, bug spray...
Lastly, the property had so much character and is the complete opposite of a soulless condo. But as a warning, you are basically in an open-air environment, which means small critters and bugs. I'm a complete bug-phobe so I was a slightly discomfited. Not a deal breaker but a warning for expectations. My boyfriend didn't bat so much as an eyelash so it really depends on you.