My husband and father enjoyed our stay at Nikki’s place while we were in town for the Volcom Pipe Pro. It is a good location for accessing The North Shore. There are some basic shops and amenities nearby and you can get to Laie fairly quickly. The property has a beachy vibe and the owner was very quick to respond to requests for beach chairs and other items. Overall a great stay. This is not a criticism, but if you are not familiar with neighborhoods in Hawaii outside of high-end areas or resorts, beware that there are properties on the street that need some TLC and are not kept up. The host property is very well-cared for and landscaped and we felt plenty safe on the street, but I always think it’s a good idea for travelers to know the lay of the land and what to expect.