The best part is the beach out the backyard! We stayed at this home for ten nights. It was our first time to Oahu and were not familiar with the island. Overall we really enjoyed our stay! I'll break it down more below.
Communication- Katie was very responsive and very friendly. It was awkward when she wanted to meet us at the house upon check-in. When we got in late, she said she would be over in the morning. Just a little odd. Again, super friendly but just strange to say I'll be over in the morning" to your guests as we didn't want to be on call and ready for visitors at any given moment.
Location- This home is in Laie, a huge LDS community. So if you're LDS, BONUS! If not, it's still a good location, about 25 minutes south of North Shore. Right across the street from a grocery store, McDonalds, Seven Brothers, Taco Bell, Subway. It's also 20 minutes or so North of Kualoa Ranch. If you are someone who enjoys restaurants regularly, you'll have to drive to North Shore (25 minutes away). The Polynesian Culture Center is five minutes away. On the way to North Shore you'll pass popular destinations like Shark's Cove, Waimea Bay and Waimea Valley (botanical gardens and waterfall). Honolulu is 45-60 minutes away depending on traffic.
Cleanliness- The pictures are beautiful. The home is decorated beautifully, but it's not super clean. Keep in mind, it's an older home with an indoor/outdoor feel. Sadly the towels were brand new and had never been washed. So we had to do that ourselves.
Parking- There are neighbors that share the driveway. It's sloped and off a busy road. It can be difficult to get out.
Privacy- Prepare for the neighbors to walk through the backyard to access the beach. Their home is attached but slightly to the back. Also, was made aware that the homeowner works out of the house every day, but in a separate room located near the front door/driveway. We didn't have a chance to meet them, but did see people coming and going each day.
Extras- I don't remember if the listings mentions the showers, but there are no bathtubs. And the showers are very unique. You will need to be comfortable going up and down a few steps in the master. The second shower, you'll need to step down (this one could use an update).
NOISE- The road was SUPER loud. Sirens, cars with loud music, scooters. If you're a light sleeper, this might not be the place for you.
The best part? The BEACH! It is beautiful. Amazing tide pools in the morning. Be careful, it is s bit rocky. But it was perfect for snorkeling and boogie boarding.