The location of Michael's place is absolutely perfect. The neighborhood and neighbors are friendly and made us feel very welcome. You are a half block from the beach, a beach walk to the Sunrise Shack, a quick street walk up to Ted's, and a short drive to Haleiwa. We made friends with the neighborhood dog, B-Dawg, who accompanied us on the beach a few times, which was a nice and unexpected delight. The outdoor shower was also a nice treat to have in the backyard - especially after a day at the beach. If you're looking for a simple, no-frills stay in a perfect location on the North Shore - this is it.