Lauren's place is even better than the pictures suggest - a truly amazing Airbnb and by far the best experience I have had at any of my previous Airbnb stays. Everything you can think of is already in the apartment waiting for you; she thought of every detail and the quality of the furnishings, linens, etc is unmatched. On the off chance that you do need something, Lauren is super responsive and ready to jump in. I so appreciated her dedication to making sure her guests have a stay that is as close to perfect as possible. The unit features all the comforts of home minus an oven, which you really won't miss given the amazing food around the island. The ocean breeze flows through the house all day and night. There is no A/C but because of the breeze, you'll hardly notice. The bathroom was the only place that can get warm, but there's a small fan in the closet that I put in there to keep things cool. There's also a desk and chair in the closet that you can pull out for remote work, which was perfect for me. Washer & dryer are downstairs, just below the unit, super easy and convenient. You won't want to leave that view from the lanai and I spent many days just sitting out there enjoying the ambience. There's cable for nights when you want to stay in and relax.
You will find that grocery stores, Target, Ulta and a variety of restaurants are just a short drive away and some that are an easy walk or bike ride (bikes also provided!). Kailua and Lanikai beaches are about a 10-15 minute walk depending on how leisurely you stroll and everything you need for a beach day is provided - umbrella, chairs, wagon, cooler, etc.
Best of all, Lauren is a stellar host who makes you feel welcome and taken care of! I highly recommend staying here if you can snag a spot!