We couldn't have been happier with out experience with Paul at the Pipeline/North Shore Cottage! The cottage looked just like the photos, and the space was even much roomier than we expected. The rooms were clean, and the kitchen had everything that we needed for a leisurely stay.

The North Shore has always been my favorite place to stay when I visit O'ahu, and this location is absolutely perfect. It's close enough to Hale'iwa, while still being up the coast more, to watch the surfers (which I love). My boyfriend and I spent hours sitting on the porch, watching a turtle swim in the waves with the surfers, and took countless walks on the beach.

If you like easy swimming, the North Shore isn't really the best place for that, as the surf is a bit sketchy for getting out of the water (at least in the Spring, when I've always visited), but there are many places within a short drive, where you can find calmer water.

Oh, there's a little farm just across the road from the cottage, and like 400 roosters (probably more like 12) start crowing at 4:30am, but we slept in the front room, and the waves mostly drown out the sound of them.

Paul checked in with us when we arrived, made us feel welcome, and offered his assistance if needed. We also enjoyed visiting with his sweet Golden Retriever, when we saw her.

We would definitely recommend the Pipeline/North Shore Cottage to anyone looking for a laid back visit, in a more rustic space.