The welcoming front porch is a great place to greet guests as well as a comfortable outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. A large, open layout between living room, dining area, and kitchen features vaulted ceilings, and large windows, allowing lots of natural light and ventilation. Conveniently located off the main living area is a room that is currently being used as a pantry, but could be a home office or storage room. Additional storage is also available in the attic crawl space. An enclosed laundry room with a utility sink is located just off the kitchen.

Under current ownership, the home has received some exciting upgrades:
- New owned (not leased) 20-panel photovoltaic system with two large batteries for energy storage
- New water pump, pressure tank, and water filtration system, including an ultraviolet (UV) light filter
- New Rinnai tankless gas on-demand hot water heater
- Beautifully-renovated en-suite bathroom off the main bedroom
- Large new carport for covered parking or more space for entertaining
- Fresh paint inside and out

Tucked back from the main road down a long, S-shaped driveway for your privacy, you are surrounded by native forest, with large, old growth 'ohia trees. At an elevation of around 1,400 feet above sea level you will appreciate cooler weather and still be able to plant a garden and grow your own food. Currently established are ornamental plantings of ginger, ti leaf, and crown flower, and crop plantings of citrus, banana/plantain, and pineapple - among others. Fern Acres subdivision offers private paved roads and close proximity to Volcano, Keaau, and Hilo for all your amenities and adventures.