Our group particularly desired a private area to enjoy and this home definitely provided that! The lava rock fence and thick hedge of palms and other plants let us enjoy the pool and deck while feeling sheltered from viewers. The side street is quite busy during the day and traffic is noisy! That didn’t bother us, but was a bit distracting at times. We didn’t spend much time during the day at the house so it wasn’t an issue. The main gathering area is upstairs which was very nice, but could be an issue for those with bad knees. We didn’t see plug-ins in any of the four bathrooms which made blow-drying hair difficult. But, the proximity to the beach, restaurants, shopping and excursions was ideal! The decor is welcoming, the beds were comfortable and the house was charming.