TLDR: Stay here!
Ok, now for the long review. This place is adorable, perfectly located, and simply an ideal place to stay for a couple. We found that there was easily places to store 10 days worth of clothes for 2 people between the closet bar with hangers and 4-drawer dresser (and then you still have the narrow nightstand drawers). We had ample room to store our 3 carry-on size suitcases upright on wheels beside the dresser without being in the way. Ample storage shelves in the bathroom and cabinet in the kitchen for well-sealed shelf goods as well. It was so convenient having a washer/dryer right there on the porch (Be advised that it’s a time investment! About 3 hours for a basic cold wash and dry.) and you’ll have all the laundry supplies you’d need too. Lori has beautifully decorated the place inside and out and truly thought of everything you could need! The only thing I thought could be added was regular lotion (but I’d brought my own) and maybe a body mirror. Tiny scissors, floss, shampoo, sunburn cream, and more — all was there for us in case we needed it! Snorkel gear, boogie boards, surf board, umbrella, ice chest bag… yep, we had access to all that too! The kitchenette is stocked with everything you need for basic cooking, from microwave to hot plate, dishes to pans, even condiments and essentials. The layout of the place is a bit strange with the bathroom between the kitchenette where you enter and the bedroom where the TV and eating table also are. For this reason, I do recommend this to place for either a single person or a traveling pair that is close! It was no biggie at all for my husband and I but could be awkward for some traveling pairs. The beach access is just a few houses down and then you walk a couple blocks. So quick and easy. It’s a narrow beach that had substantial waves while. We LOVED staying in this part of the island and avoiding the hustle and bustle of Waikiki/Honolulu downtown for the most part. You’ll have the option to park under the carport (down a long, somewhat thin driveway and doing a 90 degree turn into the spot at the end) or parking outside the gate at the roadside in a reserved spot. We opted for the latter, kept the car pretty cleared out at night, and had zero issues. Note that staying at virtually any house (as opposed to a large, nice hotel) in Hawaii is going to have some bugs. It’s just the reality of living there. You have to be very vigilant about keeping things very securely sealed or in the fridge at all times (including food trash) and still you’ll see ants and possibly more, even right after they exterminator sprays (as they did at the start of our stay). If this reality isn’t for you, I recommend sticking with a resort! The outdoor space was awesome and works well as a living room and expanded dining space. It’s incredibly private and well-shaded for comfort. Lori was simply lovely when we talked with her in person, which assured us when she was a bit short in text communication that it’s just that she is more of an in-person communicator. Still, she replied as quickly as she could when we had needs and questions pop up. She was very helpful and kind. We’d happily stay here again when traveling to Oahu without the kids!