The Pros:
- This condo has absolutely everything you will need for a good time. Bath towels. Beach towels. Two nice portable beach chairs. A fully equipped kitchen.
- The condo was very clean
- The host was very attentive and thorough. We were able to message and received prompt responses.
- You have one assigned parking spot and there is no additional charge to use this parking spot.
- There are two screened in porches. Although it looks different, it was nice to be able to enjoy appetizers and drinks on the porch and not a single bug bothered us. Also you still get to enjoy all the wonderful breezes!
- The location is on the North Shore, about an hour away from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu/Waikiki. It felt like Los Angeles down there and we were happy to leave it and drive up to this relaxing area.
- From the condo you are a ten minute walk or two minute drive from the Turtle Bay Resort. You have access to the perfect public beach- just take the second right and utilize the public beach parking spots in the back. If you come after 12- parking can be tricky to find but keep driving around. The walk is very doable but not as much when it’s hot and you’re carrying all the beach gear.
- For sunset drinks, walk to the Turtle Bay Resort and get a seat at the bar at the pool. Drinks are expensive at about $25 a piece, but the Mai Tai’s are excellent and the bartenders are welcoming to all. The views of the sunset and beach from here cannot be beat.
- You are a short drive from the local food trucks. We loved Mikes Huli Chicken and Giovanni’s Shrimp.
Things to consider:
- The host makes it very clear that you will need to be able to climb a ladder with handrails to get in to the loft to get access to the bed. This is a very steep ladder and if you have to use the restroom in the middle of the night- you will need to be able to climb up and down. Also the condo is located on the second story. You will need to climb stairs and carry your luggage up.
- There was not a consistent supply of hot water here in the shower. We were okay to take cold showers and we let the host know when we departed. I saw other reviews that had mentioned this issue as well.
- I would not recommend this condo for more than two people.