I had the best week of my 2018 in this lovely 1 br condo! I hope to get it on future trips, because I don't know how I'll ever stay on an upstairs floor or a "beachfront" hotel or condo again. This is so convenient to swimming and surfing. It's right down the road to restaurants and shops. The turtles return to the shoreline just enough down the beach (maybe 300 yards) that the tour buses and groups are not an impact to the beach/reef/snorkeling. The parking is so convenient and close. No garage. No extra fees. Easy to load and unload without a cart or needing a "bell hop." Laundry is only steps away, and includes coin-op, fast and efficient appliances. The kitchen in the condo had everything I needed. The bedroom was comfy, including the queen size bed. Somehow there are two bathrooms in this place - so the master BR has its own place to shower and such. Awesome convenience. I love the decor, simple and sweet. The TV's worked great, although I didn't exactly binge any shows - there was too much to do!
I watched a day of the Vans World Cup at Pipeline - only about 8 miles away. Went running at Pupukea trails - about 7 miles. Hiked in Hu'ul, 25 miles around the north tip of the Island. And my favorite, a hike from where the road ends to Kaene point on the farthest west tip of Oahu - 9 miles round trip. Albatross' nesting; monk seals; sunshine and beatuful rocks and pools.
There's great restaurants throughout Haleiwa. All fairly humble, casaul settings; all with good food; some with excellent food. My favorite is the closest to this condo - Haleiwa Joe's, overlooking the Haleiwa Marina/harbor. Yet - my absolute favorite place to eat was right there on the condo's lanai. BBQ'ing fish, or making local fare was more fun with a better setting than heading out to a restaurant!
Great church (The Mission) at Sunset Elementary; and another great one, North Shore, at the Haleiwa community center/gym.
The condo is flanked by two wonderful state parks, super short walks and both obvious and visible from the grass.
The condo is cute and nice and comfortable.
It's convenience to the beach is unbeatable anywhere.
It's convenience to the parking lot is closer than most homes.
The residences and guests were classy, friendly, and great to be amongst.
The beach is a snorkeler's dream - beginners and advanced, alike.
Surfers dream of being this close to Ali'i Beach, and a short drive up the rest of the 7 Mile Miracle.
Anxious to return!