Melissa and Ryan were great hosts, very responsive and helpful. And, yes, the view from the deck was amazing. I loved this place because it was right next to the zoo and my favorite beach, Queens Beach. I loved hearing the zoo animals and birds singing in the morning. It was also close enough to take an amazing walk around Diamond Head. It was stocked with everything you can think of, plenty of toilet paper, towels and beach supplies. It also had everything from cooking spices, coffee and olive oil to rubbing alcohol, Q-tips and a first aid kit, I think they thought of everything. The parking was super convenient as well, right next to the elevator. Finally, the beds were super comfortable with lots of pillows, there was plenty of seating for everyone and enough storage for our family of four for our stay of ten-days stay.