Our family of 15 had an exceptional and most lifetime memorable stay at Noah Garfield's property on the "private" beach at Laie.
Noah was on the ball with answering questions and his willingness to assist. In his absence his neighbor Kylie was available. Even though we did not require her services, she was a very special person to meet, as well as her niece.
Noah also had all the "toys" available...kayaks, boogey boards, paddle board, snorkels, soccer nets, volleyball net, and even a corn-hole setup. He had snacks available as a welcoming in the foyer upon our arrival. The kitchen was well supplied with plenty of plates, pots, pan, eating and cooking utensils. We had everything we needed.
As a 5 year old, I used to go with my mother to her hula lessons in Wahiawa. I learned to dance the Hukilau, which I just learned is based in the history of Laie. With my dad playing the ukelele, she would hula dance at parties, etc. until her death in 1999. On the beach one evening I saw 3 professional hula dancers practicing with their ukelele player. They were staying next door for a family reunion. I told them my story and they invited me to dance the Hukilau with them. Awesome memory!
A previous post mentioned "holes in the walls." The holes were an empty space in the master bathroom for a missing medicine cabinet.. The cabinet wasn't required for us, as there are 2 sinks and plenty of counter space. This is true even with the good size magnifying mirror he provided on the counter. The other "hole" was in the walk-in closet. Even so, we had plenty of space to hang our clothes without any concern. It is apparent the area is being remodeled.Other minor issues are visible, but one must assimilate and immerse one's self when in Hawaii. "Hang loose" and relish the blessing God has bestowed upon you for a visit to paradise. None of these issues were even a slight concern to the six adults or nine grand kids.. Our family visit to Oahu was magnanimously magnificent!
With true Aloha,
Dale
P.S. I was born on the other side of the Ko'olau Mountain Range in Wahaiwa in the late 40's but have lived in Ohio for the last 45 plus years..