This is a unique rental and a great place to stay if you want to explore Hilo and the surrounding area. We loved the sounds of the frogs at night, the wild rooster in the morning (who we saw down the road and is beautiful!), the falling avocados, and rain hitting the roof of the bungalow. It was wonderful to be surrounded by the sounds of nature. This truly is an open-air, screened-in bungalow in the rain forest, so you must appreciate being close to nature, with all of the sounds, geckos, bugs, and damp weather that comes along with the beauty of the area. Laura was truly a super host, providing recommendations on activities, communicating about the weather, and providing special treats for our kids on New Year’s Eve. This is one we will remember.