This was our "beach house" and we were very happy here. The house is an easy walking distance to the beach (due east as the crow flies); but you will need to drive if taking beach chairs and boogie boards--which are provided by the hosts (numerous beach towels, 2 chairs, 3 boogie boards, and several noodles). The pool is wonderful and the patio was where we hung out most of the time while at home. There's a huge TV, an ample kitchen, skylights, and a quiet neighborhood. Kailua is a sweet town, the beaches are beautiful and uncrowded and shopping is great. There is an English pub with authentic atmosphere, we shopped at Whole Foods and two other grocery stores, and the best dining advise is to not miss a great lunch or dinner at Buzz's Restaurant---probably the best meal we had all week. Judy is an excellent host and was very accessible when we needed her. Important Note: DO NOT ATTEMPT THE STAIRS TO HEAVEN HIKE. The cops are waiting in the neighborhood where the trailhead starts for trespassers. Do Diamond Head instead--early and snorkeling at Hanauma Bay early too. Don't miss going to the North Shore area (I loved Hale Iwa), and if you can do it, the Polynesian Cultural Center was a great outing. Either do the luau and show with general admission, or general admission and the Ha show--don't do the luau/show and the HA show (redundant). Aloha and Mahalo!