I had a lovely stay at this apartment, starting with my first interaction which was a query with the host Margaret. She's an excellent communicator and answered all my questions promptly. I did not meet her as she was off island during my trip. But I did meet with the managers Ida and Milan - both of whom were helpful.

Margaret had left a binder with a lot of information that was helpful to orient to the area. She also sent a detailed mail with information on where to eat and get groceries which was helpful as well. There was water, coffee and some fruit in the apartment when I arrived. That was a lovely and unexpected touch. Ida the onsite manager was very gracious and showed me where the laundry area is, along with the bikes, gazebo and boogie boards they make available to the guests.

Overall, this place is great for someone who is looking for a real "travel" experience (vs. a "tourist experience"). It might be good for the latter as well. I can't speak to that. I was looking for a quiet and peaceful place that was down to earth, and close to things and where I did not have to use a car all the time. This place fit the bill perfectly.

I was glad to be able to walk to the grocery stores, and walk to the trail by the ocean. There are oceanside picnic tables just about a five min walk from the apartment. If you don't feel like cooking, there is a good Thai place within walking distance that has good papaya salad. There are in fact many cafes reachable via longer walks, but this is the closest especially when one is tried from a long day of walking or hiking. This unit is also within walking distance to the Kapaa library which was a good find with a wide variety of books.

I was pleasantly surprised to find an air-conditioner in this apartment as not every apartment has it in HI (as compared to AZ where I live). I used it in the evenings to cool the place before sleeping. There are overhead fans in both rooms and the bathroom is in excellent shape with a good flow of hot water and water pressure.

I highly recommend this place and would stay here again if I had the opportunity.

Thank you to Margaret, Ida and Milan for a lovely stay! Mahalo :-)