We were very nicely welcomed by Malia. A few things were a little bit of a surprise but all ended up good. We were very happy spending 6 nights in Malia's home. First I thought the room had an outside entrance from looking at the picture but found out it wasn't and we needed to enter the house. No problem. their door is always open and we came and went whenever we wanted. The second surprise was that our bathroom was not in our room but the door right next to us. Since we are the only guests sleeping there, and the hosts sleep upstairs, it was not a problem, though a little problem during the day when they are downstairs. They were very hospitable and knowledgeable so we enjoyed sharing their house. Parking very convenient. When we finished running around during the day it was great to be able to use the grounds of the Turtle Bay Resort. Special treat to be able to be at the pool bar and drink,eat,watch surfers and sunset at the same time. Coffee made early and some packaged biscuits in our room. Almost forgot to mention there is a dog and cat. As long as you are okay with a small bedroom in someone's home, where they are totally okay with you sharing their kitchen and living space, you would want to stay with Malia and Bernie.