Welcome to our cozy mountain-side retreat. Our 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment is on the first floor of our family home in the beautiful Maunalani Heights neighborhood in Kaimuki. You'll have your own entrance and a small outdoor seating area with a fantastic view of Diamond Head. Inside, we've recently spruced up the space. There's a full kitchen with all the cooking essentials and your very own washer and dryer. We have two AC units, one in the living room and another in the master bedroom, but most of the time, you can enjoy the cool breeze from the open windows, thanks to the refreshing trade winds. Both bedrooms feature comfy queen-sized beds, and we've got you covered for entertainment with streaming, Netflix and Wi-Fi. Sip your morning coffee or unwind with a glass of wine on the outdoor sitting area, which offers a sweet view of Diamond Head Crater. Our home is just a 5-minute stroll to Kaimuki town, where you can explore artsy shops, delightful restaurants, bars, and cozy coffee shops. We're a family-friendly place and can accommodate up to four guests, including children. Experience life outside of Waikiki, right where the locals live. Street parking in the area is easy and convenient. Kahala Mall, the East side's largest shopping center, is less than a mile away, with great dining, entertainment, food and Oahu's first Whole Foods market. You'll have a private entrance and a lanai for your use. Street parking is easy to find in our neighborhood, and you're welcome to use the snacks, kitchen supplies, beach towels, sunscreen, snorkeling gear, bocce ball, and cooler we've provided for your convenience. Please note that while your unit is entirely private, you might hear some typical family noises from upstairs. We usually turn in early and expect things to quiet down after 10 pm. Please help us conserve energy by turning off lights, fans, AC, and cooking appliances when you're not using them. We live upstairs and will be there to assist if needed, and answer any questions you may have. We can point you in the direction to surfing spots, hiking, yoga, meditation, energy healing, massage, tours, eating and shopping. We live in the wonderful neighborhood Kaimuki, which features a historic town main street which is a 5 minute walk away. You will get the true "local" flavor of Hawaii without the crowds and traffic of Waikiki. Although, we are still only 10 minutes from Waikiki beach and less than a mile from the freeway which will take you East or West to explore quickly and easily. Hiking Diamond Head crater is 5 min. by vehicle or less than 20 minutes on foot. Kahala Mall, the East side's largest mall is a 3 min. drive and Hanauma Bay, is another 15 min. away. Walking our neighborhood is easy and convenient, however, we are fortunate to have easy street parking if you have a car. The bus line runs on Waialae Ave. (2 blocks and less then 5 minutes walk away), however, a car is probably the most convenient if you want to explore the island. The house is located within a quarter mile to the H-1 freeway in either direction (East or West). Waikiki beach, Kapiolani Park and the Zoo are less than 5 miles away. Hanauma Bay, Sandy Beach and Makapuu are 15-20 min. away East Pearl Harbor and Airport 15 min. West North Shore: 45-1 hour NE (Traffic dependent of course). We're grateful for your stay and hope you enjoy the comfort and vibe of our unique local neighborhood. If you have any questions about available dates or need some flexibility, feel free to message us. We're here to make your stay as enjoyable as possible! Please be considerate of our home and our surrounding neighbors. We appreciate all of our guests and our hope is you pleased with comfort and feel of our eclectic, local neighborhood.