We were among the first guests to stay at this property so it was still sparkling clean. In addition to that, though, Mark had a lot of nice touches - gift baskets and local magazines, extra beach towels, all of the beach/pool gear you could want and very clear instructions on expectations and rules. The view from the balconies was perfect - beach and ocean. To be clear, there is a little sandy beach about a five-minute walk but you'll want to drive/ride a bike to the "real" beaches in town. That being said, the "littlest beach in Maui" is a great launching-off spot for paddleboarding and kayaking (and Mark provides both!). The rooms are small, yes, but we didn't spend much time in the place - and when we did it was mostly outside - and it had all of the amenities you would need. If you are a party bunch, this is not the place for you though - the neighborhood has quiet hours from 9pm-9am.