December in Oahu - North, East or West?

I am trying to find a month long rental in December without breaking the bank. There more home rentals in the North shore but I am concerned about beaches and tides during the winter.

I have two small boys (3%26amp;5) and want a calm beach for them to play. Would anyone advise the North shore?

2nd more rentals are in the Lanikai area. Any feedback?

I found an inexpensive condo rental in Ko olina. I am really wanting a stand alone beachfront house. The condo unit doesn%26#39;t have the best ocean views which I really want but the lagoons are in walking distance which make the area very attractive.

Any feedback would be helpful on which area of Oahu I should concentrate on looking for a rental.

Thanks

Jane

December in Oahu - North, East or West?

The north shore is NOT a good place during the winter.

Aside from the high surf, you will encounter an increase in traffic and may face a round-the-island detour if winter swells wash out access roads.

Kailua and Hawaii Kai - Aina Hina areas have calm, kid-friendly beaches.