Our host was fantastic with communication and answering our questions. Her island recommendations were spot on. This is a perfect place to stay to explore the island, north and south, I just wouldn't plan on spending a lot of your vacation at or in the condo if you're looking to feel the island vibe once you're back from exploring. There is a 12' high tattered construction wall that you have to look past/over to see the ocean view. The wall doesn't impede the view, it just diminishes it greatly from the condo lanai. (You'd be screwed if you were on the ground floor.) The ocean is a bit too far away to hear unless it's late at night when the traffic has died down, or, you have a favorable breeze. To access the beach directly in front of the condo, you can either scurry across the vacant lot directly between you and the ocean, or walk a couple hundred yards either direction to the Sheraton or Beachboy properties....both properties were very friendly. Kapaa is loaded with amazing food trucks and no shortage of happy hours to choose from....some
within walking distance, and some a short drive away.