Considering how we didn't know anything about Maui, we lucked out on the location of Liz's place. While it's not in front of the beach, it's across the street from it. So it was fabulous to be able to swim and catch sunsets with such accessibility. She also provided a lot of beach equipment - and for that we are grateful. The place is also very clean, which is very important.

But our stay was overall just ok primarily because of the A/C. It's timed to 3 hrs max so if you either leave the apartment for an extended period of time, then you don't return to a cooled off apartment; sleeping can be hard because you have to wake up several times to turn it on (I suppose we arrived during hurricane season so it was particularly hot and humid). Also some of the things in the apartment felt like they might break any time soon (appliances, balcony door...)

But as a host Liz was great. She was prompt at responding and she accommodated an early arrival. So for a guest it's just a matter of being aware. And it's a good value too.