Spacious and Gracious, Sunny, vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, two entrances, private studio w full kitchen & full bath. Air Conditioning (Solar Power). Swimming Pool, off street Parking, very safe & quiet neighborhood. Check out my reviews https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/869790. The room is large, with vaulted ceiling, two private entrances, private full bathroom, & private lanai (porch). Decorated w Asian Art and Antiques from across SE Asia. With one queen bed and a Queen Sleeper Sofa (new Aug 2017) you settle in for a deep sleep after playing in the surf or hiking the ridges or jungle. Two large closets w shelves keep your belongings organized. You have your own small lanai and access to the pool in back and the Buddha Garden with hammock. The neighborhood is very safe and quiet. Free use of yoga mats, blocks, bolsters, snorkels, beach mats, umbrellas (beach & rain)(URL HIDDEN)We have bicycles, kayaks, stand up paddleboards, and boogie boards for rent. Kayak (we rent two) or Stand Up Paddle to offshore islands (we rent two of these), hike to Maunawili Waterfalls, visit the serene Byodo-In Temple. Climb the Lanikai hills to see the sun rise over the Mokolua (twin) Islands. Do yoga in the yard, lanai, or living room – we have all the mats or accessories you need. Or just relax in the hammocks in under the he'e tree. Feel the aloha in this very large Sunny Studio. Situated on a dead end street, there is Off-Street street parking and no through traffic. At night you hear the breeze and smell the plumerias and crown flowers (unless you prefer the air conditioning- Solar powered). No horns, no revving motors, no motorbikes. Kailua is small enough for quiet, yet only 25 minutes to all the nightlife you could ask for in Waikiki. On the Windward side, Kailua is very green and cooler than the hotter Honolulu side. Kailua hosts the most beautiful white sand beaches of all the islands: Lanikai Beach is featured in many articles on the top 10 beaches of the world, Kailua beach is very long with white sand, and Waimanalo Beach is very long and even less crowded. There are several hiking trails very near: Maunawili Falls, Olomana Mountain, 'Pali' trail, Lanikai Pillbox.(URL HIDDEN)Plenty of plugs for charging your electronics. WIFI high-speed internet. Windows on 3 sides of the studio allow maximum air-flow if you choose the floral-scented breezes over the air conditioning. Or you can feel the windward breeze as you sleep. A complete kitchen with a full sized refrigerator for storing your groceries. Limited use of washer/dryer (see house rules). The magic word is Mahalo. You have access to bicycles in good shape (lock em up plz), 2 stand up paddleboards, ocean kayaks (one 2-person, one solo), 4 boogie boards, rental rates are described in 'Guest Access' section. So you can bike to get coffee, shop, or go to the beach. But you might want to put the kayaks on top of your car and paddle to the nearby Flat Island off Kailua Beach or the twin Mokulua Islands off Lanikai Beach, both minutes nearby. You are very likely to see sea turtles as you paddle; take your camera. Be sure to stop at the famous Kalapawai Market for coffee and snacks. Green conscious hosts, please recycle. No Smoking. No cats or dogs (bird, fish, rhinos okay). Street parking right in front of house. Cable and WIFI high-speed internet. Guests have access to the lanais (porches), swimming pool, garden/hammock area, yoga mats, blocks & bolsters. Laundry facilities on premises - once per 4 days max. I will provide bath towels, beach towels, daypack, and beach mats. Upon request you can rent bicycles, stand up paddleboards, kayaks, surfboard, or body boards. Stand Up Paddleboards (one 11', one 9.5') for $15/day/one or $25/day/two. Rent for 3 or more days and you get a 305 discount. Bicycles (3 mt, one youth mt. bike), There is only one surfboard, a 9'3", and it rents for $15/day. Kayaks (one person and a two person, same rate) are $20/day for one and $30/day for two. I have carpet pads and straps to put them on your rental car w no scratches. Bikes are $10/day pp for 1 day, $8/day pp for 2 days, $6/day pp for 3-7 days. Body boards are $4/day or 2 for $7/day. Always willing to work out a package deal if you want bikes and kayaks, or any combo - the more items and more days, the better the deal. When I am home and not traveling, I tend to be around in the mornings, but I will be busy taking care of business on computer, taking care of the house, and doing yoga. In afternoons I am working in Kailua. In the evenings, I get home around 8 PM. I love the crystal silence. Because it is a dead end road there is little traffic. I love the view of the Lanikai mountain and the plumeria flowers in the neighborhood. A 2 minute walk brings you to the end of Iana St, where 'The Bus' stop is. The Bus has won awards for its convenience, modern buses (hybrids), and routes. It is quite easy to use; you can even put a bike on the front of the bus. We are a non smoking household, my 14 year old daughter (half-time) and myself. The magic word is Mahalo. If you are a smoker, kindly smoke out front on the far side of the garage - depending on the wind of course, downwind. Parking is off street, right in front of studio, but outside security gate. Guests have access to the lanai/porch outside the French Doors of the unit. Access to BBQ grill. The also have access swimming pool and lanai by the pool, the hammocks in the Buddha Garden in the back, and the laundry in the main house (use once per 4 days stay please, conserve water and electricity, 3rd most expensive in the world, highest in US). WHEN YOU GO TO THE POOL, PLEASE GO OUT THE FRENCH DOORS AND ALONG THE GARDEN PORCH - to give me and others privacy do not go along the south side bedroom windows. You have free use of yoga mats, blocks & bolsters. I will provide bath towels, beach towels, daypack, cooler w blu ice packs, and beach mats. Upon request you can rent bicycles (3 mt, two cruisers), kayaks, surfboard, body boards. There is only one surfboard, a 9'3", and it rents for $20/day. Kayaks are $20/day (have a one person and a two person, same rate), also have straps and padding for car to carry them. Bikes are $10/day pp for 1 day, $8/day pp for 2-3 days, $6/day pp for 4 days, $30/week. Body boards are $4/day or 2 for $7/day. Always willing to work out a package deal if you want bikes and kayaks, or any combo - the more items and more days, the better the deal. This unit is separate from the main house so interaction is up to the guest(s). I work a lot, and travel a lot, so I am often not home, but when I am home, I am accessible to the guests, but also respect their privacy. I strive to be a gracious host and will do my best to meet your needs. Text me if you need something. Enchanted Lake is a safe, clean, & quiet neighborhood, out of the hustle/bustle of Waikiki, and it is even quieter than Kailua proper - though it is a stone's throw away. You can easily access 3 of the best beaches Oahu has to offer: Lanikai, Kailua, and Waimanalo. We are located about 30 minutes from the airport. You can take a taxi but it is soooo expensive ($90). We offer a service for $45 when available- please inquire. Or I can recommend one of 3 airport transport services ranging in price from $55 to $60. Oahu has a bus system that has won an award - the bus stop is a 3 minute walk down Iana street. We also have bicycles for rent (cheap) and Kayaks as well. Kailua is a great launching place to discover the entire island because it is cooler, quieter, greener, and less crowded than most of the island. Its a small island - I have raced around it on foot or a bike (112 miles). So it is easy to visit even the most remote corner (Ka'ena Point) and return in time for supper and sunset walk. Many guests who stay, do so for at least a week, and settle in, yet see the entire island. Every minute here is precious so you won't want to spend it moving from place to place because there is no need.