We loved the location of this house, and its rustic/authentic Hawaiian feel. It is perfect for a family group, away from the crowds and touristy areas, and close to quiet beaches. The house has a spacious, open living area, a well-equipped kitchen, and plenty of sleeping areas. My only disappointment was prior to our stay: we had researched well, and settled on this property based on its description and the price that VRBO quoted us for the selected dates. Apparently, however,VRBO did not update the site to reflect "prices over the Holidays period" , so we received an unexpected extra cost request after we had already made our decision to stay here. At that point, it was too late to change, so we agreed to pay the extra. We were not at all disappointed with our stay at the Mermaid House, but wish that VRBO had been clearer with its original quote.