Great location, easy parking, nice space. Very quiet. 2 Grocery stores within 10 minutes, both had plenty of options. You can also hit Safeway on the way up.
Tons of hiking and beaches nearby. Best beach nearby is Kauapea Beach. Very low key and easy to access, but no life guard. Swimming conditions in winter are not usually safe there. Beautiful beach, rarely trafficked.
Side note: If you are traveling up here to visit Haena state park, be sure to get reservations/tickets a month in advance. There is also a really nice botanical garden right before the entrance to the park.
This part of the island is unparalleled. I highly recommend visiting.