Where to start! This home is located literally 10 steps from the ocean with direct and private access. We left the sliding door open while we slept at night. Between the constant ocean breezes and waves, my insomnia was instantly remedied! The home is older, so if luxury accommodations are more important to you than astonishing natural beauty and hanging out with locals, you might prefer Waikiki (with the crowds and chain restaurants). The beaches right around the house have lots of lava rocks - great for snorkeling because of the coral. However, just a mile or so down the road are sandy beaches with stunning clear turquoise water - and Tiz (real name T12) the giant Hawaiian Monk Seal sunning himself. Was it wonderful? Yes.....