Brooke's place is great. Kailua beach park is right across the street and Lanikai beach is only 2 blocks away. Kailua is a quiet and cute town, with easy access to most places of interest on Oahu. We found all the beach supplies (umbrella, beach chairs, boogie boards, noodle/inflatable tube, sand toys and snorkels) we needed (though most goggles leak...). It is quite convenient that the washer and dryer are underneath the duplex, with laundry detergent provided. Not much breeze comes in so it could get very warm. I am so glad there is AC in every room. It surprised me that I did not find any cockroaches in this place (cockroaches are everywhere on Hawaiian islands, everywhere!). We rented a Ford Explorer and parking was not hard. But just like most single family houses and 2/3-story apt buildings on Oahu, the walls of this duplex are so thin. Everyone could be woken up if someone uses the toilet or shower at night. (if noise is a concern, your only option is to live in a high-rise building constructed with concrete.) After all, it is good value for the money. We'll be happy to stay here again when we visit Oahu next time.