Our stay at kurt's studio was fantastic. We spent 5 days on the north shore to watch the pipe masters and get to know the area. Kurt's place was perfectly located, a short bike ride to pipe and many other great surf spots (opposite from V land). A short car ride to town, which had some nice places to eat and a great feel. Kurt provides plenty of information on the north shore and its attractions so you feel well informed from the outset. The studio is a perfect place to stay and is exactly as the pictures. When we return to north shore, kurt's will be a first port of call.