We rented both rooms so we had the whole common area to ourselves... lots of reading materials and maps of attractions around the area... several board games provided for guest use. The neighborhood is quiet and private.The place is clean and spacious. The owners are friendly and accommodating (We felt like family during our morning/afternoon conversations with them.). The location is excellent. We loved this place!

We spent 5 days in the Big Island, and fortunately chose this B&B. Charlotte and John’s warm welcome began even while we were away, planning our trip. Their swift responses to all our questions and their willingness to help with finding accommodation to the only night they weren’t available were outstanding. Actually meeting them was a great bonus for us. A wonderful couple, that let us feel like we were among family. Due to availability issues we stayed three days at The Hawaiian Tropical Suite and two days at The Blue Ginger Suite (larger room and bathroom). Both suites were clean and cozy with complementary internet access (which is a “must have”). The breakfast is superb including hot drinks, cereals, milk, fresh fruit, bread, butter, jam and Charlotte’s delicious muffin (which we didn’t manage to overcome during breakfast but were “take away” treats that helped us a lot during long trip days). It was very helpful to use the refrigerator (there is also a microwave). Charlotte and John provided helpful information and even equipped us with a very helpful guidebook (of Andrew Doughty). They are just the couple for this kind of business. They love people and it shows! We wish them health and happiness and we advise you to spend all your vacation in the Big Island there. It’s defiantly worth it.

My husband and I stayed with Charlotte and John as part of our honeymoon trip. I didn't know what to expect, since it was my first time staying at a bed and breakfast. It ended up feeling like we were at home! In addition to our well-maintained and clean room, we had a front porch and a lovely "common" room to play cards and read. Charlotte and John were very helpful with travel advice and were so attentive to details in making our stay very special. There are too many specifics to list here. The fresh fruit and freshly made baked goods (muffins or scones) in the morning hit the spot too. We had to miss breakfast our last day to catch a flight, and they packed us a "breakfast to go". Thanks for the great memories!

We spent two nights at Holmes Sweet Home B & B. Our daughter, her husband and baby accompanied us . From the time we stepped out of our car we felt welcomed by Charlotte and John. The large sitting area inside as well as the marvelous covered front porch were wonderful places to sit and visit, and a great place for the baby to crawl and explore. John and Charlotte were very helpful with information about things to see in the area and places to eat.

This B&B is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood, but it's just minutes from local sights and downtown Hilo. We loved all the lush plants and the local geckos and frogs.