The backyard, and view of it from the lanai is as close as you’ll come to the garden of Eden. The lanai in fact is the highlight of the house, enjoyable day and night, rain or shine. The rest of the house is clean, comfortable and accommodating. Every amenity we needed was provided and the garage is full of beach chairs, snorkeling gear and a couple of bicycles. The location on the north part of the island is very good. Close to Hanalei and Kilauea where restaurants and shopping are plentiful. If you’re debating which part of the island to stay, go North Shore. Yes it rains, but only sporadically (in April at least) and that rain is what makes the North Shore so spectacularly beautiful. Finally, value…you can’t beat this house for everything offered AND at a reasonable price. We would definitely stay here again.