Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216

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Entire home

Spend time relaxing in the beautiful garden and on the lanai.

Lounge in the private lawn with your favorite book.

Enjoy a home-cooked meal on the lanai dining space for four.

Smell the red ginger, hibiscus and plumeria bordering the cottage.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Kekaha, HI

Kekaha Beach Park3 min drive
Barking Sands Beach4 min drive
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital6 min drive
Lihue, HI (LIH)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

PROPERTY OVERVIEW:

House, 2 Bedrooms, 1.25 Baths, (Sleeps 4)

The Nene Nest, Kauai is a classic, sugar plantation- style cottage located on the always sunny West Side of Kauai. Just 152 steps from the ocean, it offers a true Hawaii feel.

Designed with a 'slow' pace in mind, our hope is that you enjoy every part of your stay; sipping coffee on the updated lanai in the mornings with a book in hand, or by relaxing on the beach surrounded by sunshine and ocean breezes on the beautiful garden isle of Kauai.

This charming authentic island cottage was featured in Tiny Homes Magazine and in the 'Love Shacks: Romantic cabin charmers, modern getaways and rustic retreats around the world' coffee table book and we can't wait for you to experience it!

THE SPACE:

Completely restored and remodeled, it features a new fully-equipped kitchen, new bath, two spacious bedrooms, comfortable living room, lanai, bedroom air conditioning and landscaped garden. Its nine and a half foot ceilings, giant airy windows, original crown moldings and wainscoting, original wood floors, and tropical ceiling fans in each room give you the feeling of 'paradise of old.'

THE AREA:

The home is in Kekaha, the sunniest area of Kauai boasting the longest white sand beach in the Hawaiian Islands. This is true Hawaii, away from the tourist-filled beaches and stores, where church services and grocery-store conversations are still heard in the Hawaiian language. Yet great restaurants, grocery, farmers market, shops, art galleries, and great Kauai outdoor activities are minutes away. Kekaha is at the doorway to Waimea Canyon, the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, famous for its hiking opportunities and vistas of the Napoli coastline.

THE PERFECT WEST SIDE LOW-KEY DAY:

Awake for coffee on the garden lanai.
Drive two minutes and take a morning walk on the longest white sand beach on Kauai.
Stop for lunch at the Lodge at Kokee before an invigorating hike in Waimea Canyon.
Wash off your hiking muscles in the outdoor hot shower.
Stroll two doors down to the ocean, cocktail in hand, to watch the island’s best sunset.
Prepare a light supper in the fully-equipped gourmet kitchen.
Then sleep peacefully in your pillow-top king and queen beds.

FOLLOW US:

Instagram: thenenenest.kauai
Tag us at #thenenenestkauai during your stay.

THE FINE PRINT:

The Nene Nest is rented under NCU certificate #TVNC-4216 , GE-123-018-2912-01, TA-123-018-2912-01.
On-island contact for emergencies: Gabrielle Silva (808) 635-0739
Keywords: House Cottage Kauai

This transient vacation rental is located in the tsunami evacuation zone. For evacuation procedures, please see the listing photos above. By confirming your reservation, you are agreeing to knowledge of these procedures.

WAITLIST:

Didn't see the availability you were hoping for on our calendar? Add your name to our waitlist and you'll be our first call if we receive a cancellation. www.thenenenestkauai.com/waitlist

Property manager

Melissa and Kyle Lipe

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number GE-123-018-2912-01, 130040830001, TA-123-018-2912-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kekaha

Located in Kekaha, this holiday home is near the beach. Kukuiolono Golf Course and Canyon Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waimea Canyon and Waimea State Recreational Pier. Talk Story Bookstore and Catamaran Kahanu are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours and other activities like whale watching.

Kekaha, HI

What's nearby

Kekaha Beach Park - 3 min drive
Barking Sands Beach - 4 min drive
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital - 6 min drive
Waimea Bay Beach - 6 min drive
Waimea Canyon - 24 min drive

Getting around

Lihue, HI (LIH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

JoJo's Shave Ice - 5 min drive
Menehune Food Mart - 18 min walk
Island Taco - 5 min drive
Shenanigan's PMRF - 11 min drive
Porky's Kauai - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Major's Bay, Kekaha Beach Park and Barking Sands Beach. Faye Museum and Waimea State Recreational Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

28 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little slice of heaven

We had a wonder stay. Little piece of heaven. It was easy access to many beautiful beaches , quaint little towns and some fun spots in PoiPu. Wish we could stay longer!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derric B.

12 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kauai Vacation

We enjoyed our time at the Nene Nest. The location was perfect for us with spectacular hiking, beaches and boat ride up the Na Pali coast very convenient. The sunsets from the porch and close by beach were great.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonni G.

6 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flawless Escape

We were so tempted to keep this gem all to ourselves and not write a review—such a perfect little hideaway it is! From the moment we stepped in, it felt like we'd stumbled upon our own slice of paradise. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, creating an ambiance that whispered relaxation and bliss. It's the kind of place you dream about returning to before you've even left, where memories linger long after the stay is over. Honestly, sharing this feels like revealing a well-kept secret, but exceptional experiences like this deserve to be celebrated.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

14 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of paradise in Kauai

Melissa and Kyle have created a beautiful cottage to relax and enjoy Kauai's beauty! The well equipped cottage is a two minute walk to the beach, a short drive to explore Waimea Canyon, and just about an hour to the other side of the island. Plenty to do and their recommendations on food was spot on!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramona K.

30 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming home

The hosts have a charming home in a quiet neighborhood. They have lots of extras that made our stay comfortable. We could hear the ocean while sitting on the lanai.

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Melissa and Kyle Lipe

I’m Melissa, this is Kyle and these are our two crazy, full-of-energy keiki. We bought this authentic style cottage in January of 2020. While we live in Seattle full time, most of our family live on-island. We have been coming here for over twenty years and finally decided it was time to call a piece of it ‘home’ and give others a place to enjoy this beautiful island from.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is our way of welcoming people to relax and slow down a little.

Our hope is that you enjoy every part of your stay; sipping coffee on the updated lanai in the mornings with a book in hand, or by relaxing on the beach surrounded by sunshine and ocean breezes on the beautiful garden isle of Kauai.

Follow on Instagram: thenenenest.kauai or on our website/blog at www.thenenenestkauai.com