Just as advertised: a cozy little hideaway in a quiet neighborhood. Only a couple of blocks from Waikiki Beach, but seemed miles away from the tourist hubbub. You're not far from anywhere: now living in LA, I had forgotten how small the island is, how close the North Shore. Suzie is a sweetheart: easy-going, knowledgeable, one with nature. She's put up a large canvas pavilion outside our door, with armchairs and a big couch, perfect to catch a nap in shade, fanned by the tradewinds.