What a nice retreat! We came to Hilo to explore the Volcanoes National Park and to have a quiet getaway - James and Jocelyne's place did not disappoint. Falling asleep to the sound of coqui frogs and crashing waves was wonderful, and the basket of treats was a delicious touch! The inside is tasteful and inviting, and spotless. Hilo is pretty hot in August, so having no AC was a little tricky during the day, but few places have AC to begin with. I absolutely loved the cute geckos everywhere too. The only downside is we did encounter a few palmetto bugs (again though, it's Hawaii, hard to avoid) in the middle of the night in the bathroom. Overall a great location, a tranquil property, and thoughtful hosts.