If you are looking for a place close to the beach this is your spot! We have been to Maui many times but have not stayed on the beach before. Derrick and Arlene are great hosts. Derrick has lots of great tips and info to share that helps you explore hikes, snorkeling & beaches. They are laid back and inviting. We have not stayed at a place where the owners also lived but it was great and they were never intrusive. The unit had everything we needed and our stay was very comfortable. The only drawback was that the second bedroom has some street noise that drifts in, 5:00am garbage truck etc, but our son soon got use to it. If you want high end go to the place next door it rents for $1,800-2,800 a night, but if you want quintessential Hawaii, stay with Derrick and Arlene.