If you're planning on visiting North Shore, there is probably no better place. Martha and her family are very charming, they drove us around Kahuku and Laie, showed us the mormon temple, a beautiful scenery, restaurants and stores, then dropped us at the Hukilau beach. On our second morning, they even prepared us a surprise breakfast ! The cabin they rent is also the best place we stayed at on Oahu, it's private and cozy, with all the amenities you want, and it's also near a bus stop (12min by foot). From there you can visit the amazing Polynesian Cultural Center, some pretty cool hiking trails, and astounding beaches with huge waves. I could not recommend this place enough.