The unit is well equipped for cooking and both a safeway and foodland are just across the street. Great restaurants near by as well. No beach to speak of at the unit but don't have to go far to find a nice spot. We found it centrally located for touring the island. Head out early if you want parking for the north and south shore beaches. Must sees are Waimea canyon, Wailua falls, and if the weather is dry and you don't mind bouncing around for an hour.. Polihale State Park. We were driving a Nissan Vespa and made it through just fine but most vehicles were 4WD. The hiking is great and I found my beach shoes were good for many of the hikes. Great grip, but I had to trash them at the end of the trip.