1st time back in 13 yrs after being stationed at Schofield bks. I always loved north shore. Turtle bay is an awesome place for families. Even with no knowledge of the island, turtle bay is perfect for your family. Private beaches, pools, Arnold Palmer rated golf course, surf lessons, 5 star beach restaurants. There is condos outside of the actual turtle bay resort that surrounds the resort. all have gated entrances along with keypad doors. you are extremely close to everything on north shore. The condo provides everything you need. beach towels and beach chairs along with sand toys. the pics are accurate. Only pic that can be misunderstood is the condo is on the second floor and the walkout enclosed porch is not on the 1st floor. I misunderstood that pic, thinking we could walkout to outside from enclosed pic. food land is down the street to get groceries in either direction. it's an hr to honolulu, either direction fyi. north shore best place on island. great place. good deal.