This condo was beautiful. It is the absolutely perfect place, the views are unbelievable from every room! The short drive to Hanalei Bay was so easy and we really appreciated the beach towels, beach chairs, cooler, bug spray, sunscreen, and other beach items that were in the condo. We also used the pool at the condo, nice short walk just at the other end of the parking lot. There were games, cards, and books in the closet. There were books about the area, the islands, and a binder of very useful information about farmers' markets, beaches, hidden spots, etc. The kitchen was so well equipped. We've stayed in a lot of VRBO condos, this was by far my favorite because it had everything you could think of, it felt like home!
If you want to stay on the North Shore, this would be the one to pick! I was a little worried about the rainy forecast, and for a while was regretting booking the north shore instead of the sunnier southern shore. However, there was part of every single day with sunshine. It rained everyday, but not all day. When we did go to the south side of the island we found it to be crowded and the beaches were smaller. The best beach on the whole island is at Hanalei Bay and this condo gives you perfect access from beautiful Princeville.