This is a great unit for anyone looking for a comfy home base from which to explore the island. The kitchen is well appointed and user friendly, the bathrooms are spacious and clean, and the views from the master bedroom and balcony are spectacular. We especially enjoyed watching the sunrise from the comfort of the master bedroom. The living room would be a comfortable place to hang out if you only have 2-4 people staying here, though it gets a little tight if you’re using the couch as a pullout bed for a fifth person. That didn’t bother us because we were out and about all day, but if you wanted to hang out during the day and have someone sleeping there you might be a little cramped.
In terms of location, it’s perfect for folks who want to explore the east side of the island but still want to be able to get to Waikiki fairly quickly. It’s less than 15 minutes to Hanauma Bay, 20 minutes to Makapu’u (great bodyboarding), and 20 minutes to Waikiki. It’s a few blocks off the main highway, so you can hear the road, but the breeze in the trees and the birds mostly cover it. For those who hate mornings but want the windows open, note that there is a neighborhood rooster. :)
Quinten is a terrific host, and supplied us with boogie boards, snorkel gear, beach chairs, and towels. We had five folks and didn’t have to buy or rent any gear. He also welcomed us on Easter with some delicious chocolates and other snacks that the kids loved. And he referred us to his uncle for surf lessons at Waikiki.
We loved it and would definitely stay again!