If you want the feeling of a private beach (compared to the crowded Waikiki beaches), this location is just the spot. You can sit on the lanai and watch the surf roll in, the clouds roll by, or the sun set right in front of you. From the 12th floor vantage point, we watched turtles swim between the reef and the beach, which was a treat. The breezes flow steadily through the condo and with the ceiling fans, one is always fairly cool. The in-unit washer and dryer are great. While there's a stove, oven, and toaster oven, there is no microwave oven, but there's enough dishes, cutlery, and pots and pans to cover what is needed. There's also a dishwasher, which we didn't use washing up the dishes by hand as needed. We look forward to when we can return to Makaha!