Breezy Ocean View Condo

Live like a local on Oahu. Great spot for an extended stay away from the tourist centers.

Aloha! Welcome to Ocean Breeze B&B. On the westernmost part of Oahu (the Leeward side) is the Wai'anae Coast. It stretches 20 miles from the town of Nanakuli to Makaha. The Wai'anae Coast is about 30 miles from Honolulu. You will pass the Disney and Marriot Resorts in Ko'Olina, and quickly arrive where local Hawaiians live. Wai'anae is not upscale. If you prefer a destination outside of the resort tourist bubble then it is a great location for you!

ABOUT YOUR HOME

Makaha Surfside Condominiums were built in 1974. There are 454 units. This is not a tourist, time share-type resort. There are mostly local Hawaiian families living here. Our unit is ocean front with a nice view of the Pacific. It is 412 sq ft with a queen size, organic mattress in the bedroom (on the softer side -we think it's super cozy) and a full size pull out sofa bed in the living room (medium to firm - no springs!). There is an efficient split unit air conditioner, and a large flat screen TV with a full cable lineup through YouTube TV.

There are two pools on the property. One in front of the condo, as pictured. Direct beach front access. Two coin-operated laundry facilities on premises.

The apartment is self-serve and best suited to the self-sufficient person. I am always available via phone or email before and throughout your stay. I am more than happy to answer questions and help with suggestions.

ABOUT WAI'ANAE

Wai'anae is a blue collar neighborhood on the leeward coast of Oahu. The beauty of Wai'anae, and what I have come to really love, is the lack of tourism in the area, and the breathtaking beaches here. You can travel to Waikiki, or Honolulu and essentially feel like you never left the mainland. Swarms of tourists on the beach, and mass retail. Okay to visit, but I love that Wai'anae offers a more authentic experience of the island. You can talk to locals and visit local establishments, getting a real feel for Hawaii. The beaches are among the best on the island. Ka'ena Point/Yokohama Bay are breathtaking and far less crowded. Makaha is world famous among surfers. Great hiking in the Wai'anae Mountains close by.

There is a bus that runs up and down Farrington Hwy. While not essential, I HIGHLY recommend a car to save time and hassle. Also for day trips to North Shore, etc. **Please NOTE: There is traffic in Hawaii! If you arrive during rush hour, I recommend getting dinner in Honolulu before driving westward to the condo. Makes life easier!

If you are looking for an authentic Hawaiian experience, away from mass tourism and beautiful, un-crowded beaches, Wai'anae is a fine choice. If you are a surfer, then you already know Makaha is paradise.

Unfortunately, due to the size and layout, the condo is not well suited to those with restricted mobility.

There is a $500 security deposit, however no money is actually charged or held upon booking. This deposit is used in the event that anything is damaged. A fee will also be assessed if the condo is excessively messy upon departure