This was our first trip to Hawaii and our experience exceeded our expectations. Anderson is quick to respond to all inquiries and we didn't have any issues with the property. The location is ideal - right across the road to the beach and walking distance to several eateries.
The house is spacious [there were four of us] and the beds are incredibly comfortable. Great to have two full baths, as well. [Bonus: soft, fluffy towels and large beach towels.] Washer/dryer are outside the back of the house. There are ample kitchen utensils/pots/pans. Note that there are no cooking staples - no salt, pepper, oregano, olive oil - [perhaps to avoid going stale?]. [A Foodland grocery store is just 2.5 miles down the road. ] There are boogie boards along with water shoes, if needed. With the windows open, we always had a lovely breeze and felt no need for A/C with temps in the low 80s.
As others have noted, there are little lizards [geckos?] inside and outside the property, and roosters crowing each day. We enjoyed seeing all of the adorable little chicks following their hens and the pigs made a few appearances in the front yard.
There is a bike/walk path right across the road! So convenient!! Loved our morning runs feeling the ocean breeze.
There is so much to do in Oahu! Besides the surfing, snorkeling and hanging out at the beach. There are many beautiful places to hike/explore. We climbed the Ehukai Pillbox hike [a mile down the road], Waimea Valley [swam in the waterfall - yes, there is a fee], Crouching Lion in Kaaawa [stunning views and some tough climbing], Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden [it's free], Diamond Head Crater [avoid the weekend], and Pillbox Hike in Kailua [includes military bunkers & a panoramic view of Lanikai Beach].
The food trucks are outstanding! [Why eat inside a restaurant when you can enjoy the ocean breezes at a picnic table?} Our personal favorite was Aji Limo Truck [just next to Foodland] - everything on the menu is a hit - try the Peruvian Ceviche and the Peruvian Surf and Turf. North Shore Tacos has great choices. We loved walking to The Sunrise Shack for their yummy Acai bows - we tried every kind and they were all delish!
We look forward to a return trip! You will love North Shore!!!