If you’re looking for a place in the North Shore, definitely stay at Cris’ place, you can’t go wrong! Not only is the location great (10 min walk to the beaches) but Cris’ hospitality is next to none! His place is super clean, he’s very friendly, and he goes out of his way to make you feel welcome (gave me a beer the first night I got in, provided beach towels, sent me many hike recommendations after I told him I was looking to go on a few, and even offered me extra dinner he made one night). The room I stayed in had a padlock on the door so I never had to worry about security of my items and he had space for me to park my rental so I never had to worry about street parking. He is a spectacular host with a beautiful home!