The house is located on a bluff with a large lawn and covered porch that share an unobstructed ocean view. On our first night we ate outside and were treated to a massive lightning show and a parade of breaching whales - what a welcome! The home is well stocked with helpful guide books and great resources on the natural and cultural history of Hawaii. Richard also provides everything you need for spending the day at the beach - umbrellas, chairs,coolers, boards,etc. And two of the best beaches - Hapuna and Beach 69(Waimea Bay) are a short drive away. The house is well designed with a good kitchen as part of a great room and three comfortable bedrooms. On this visit there were just two of us but I could easily see returning with our adult children and two grandkids and the house would work well.