The location of this house is amazing. We wanted to stay out of the city, hussle and bussle of Honolulu & Wakiki. The North Shore gives a great, peaceful, authentic Hawaiin experience. Being woken up by wild roosters and tropical birds and not sirens and loud people was worth every penny! We were minutes from the most amazing beaches....snorkeled with sea turtles within 5 mins of hitting the beach that was recommended by a local....restaurants were all delicious and filled with the most welcoming locals. The house itself was great with the different rooms for my teen and 8 year old loved the "hideaway room." Everything needed in the kitchen. House was super clean and check in was a breeze. Great parking too! I highly recommened Carol's house for families or groups who want a non touristy city experience. We did gets ants each evening, but to be expected in tropical areas. The bug spray provided resolved the problem.