The photos are extremely accurate for Naomi’s place! It’s even a bit more spacious than I was anticipating and the porch is a great size for eating take out and ocean gazing. Though you’re set back a bit front the ocean, you can see and hear it as if you’re ocean front. It was hot when we were there but with all the windows open, there was a beautiful soft breeze that made the entire place extremely relaxing and really comfortable—especially at night. Being on the second floor adds a level of (potentially imagined, see open windows above lol) privacy that the lower floors don’t benefit from because you’re in the trees.
I loved waking to the ocean sounds, bird song (including loud roosters!), and sunrise in the morning but my husband was very glad to have his earplugs and eye mask, so do be aware that you’re coming to a jungle island and jungles aren’t quiet. ;)
Hawaii is amazing because of the public beach access and definitely don’t sleep on the beach in front of Naomi’s place just because it’s a little rough. From the grassy knoll in front of your apt you have an amazing view and can watch surfers and other brave souls and walk down to a beautiful sacred Hawaiian site just one beach over. I definitely recommend checking out low tide in the morning at Naomi’s place because there are awesome tidal pools that would be perfect for kids with tons of little fish.
Naomi gives a ton of helpful and curated tips and advice for the island and is a very attentive host. The apt is equipped with everything you’d need to enjoy a day at the beach, including a mini cooler AND ice packs, which, come on!! Definitely one of the best Airbnb experiences I’ve ever had!