See all properties
Entire home

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

Choose dates to view prices

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

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property video
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Kekaha, HI
  • Barking Sands Beach
  • Kekaha Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Kekaha

Close to the beach.You'll find Major's Bay and Kekaha Beach Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Barking Sands Beach and Faye Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
View more Vacation Homes in KekahaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Kekaha Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Waimea Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Pacific Missile Range Facility - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Waimea Canyon - 36 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Porky's Kauai - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shenanigan's PMRF - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Tacos - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

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

Languages

English

Similar properties

Waimea Beach Cottage by Destination Kauai - Charming 2BD, A/C, Walk to Ocean/Pier

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 162 reviews
Waimea Beach Cottage by Destination Kauai - Charming 2BD, A/C, Walk to Ocean/Pier

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 to the airport?

This vacation home is 27.8 mi (47-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from Major's Bay and 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Kekaha Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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.

Is there free parking at Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hawaiian Charm..Just Steps From The Ocean..On Kauai's Sunny W Side * TVNC4216 to downtown Kekaha?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Kekaha.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 292 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 292 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 292 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 292 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 292 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A 10 out of 10!

This home was exactly what we were looking for! Cute, clean, private, close to an awesome beach, great hosts, all the amenities we could need! There were a/c units for my daughter who enjoys to cool off, but individual units in the rooms so I could embrace and enjoy the fresh natural air!they had books, beach equipment, a Ukelele, and lesson book, and an outdoor shower for after the beach! The hosts were prompt in responding and very helpful! It is rare that I enjoy staying places longer than a few days but I could have stayed another week as it was so great!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mollie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Family Stay

Our family really enjoyed staying at the Nene Nest! It was extremely comfortable and charming. Our 10 year old son loved searching for lizards and toads in the yard. Listening to the ocean and birds made the experience feel magical and peaceful. We especially appreciated all the beach supplies provided and it made our beach days super easy. The communication with Melissa was fantastic! We had a small issue with an AC unit and it was resolved immediately! Don’t hesitate to book this property- do it now, you won’t regret it!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kawaii memories

Very charming place to stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 Stars!

This was our second stay at the Nene Nest. We love everything about this house both inside and out! The inside is very clean, well stocked and comfortable. The yard is very private and quiet…love the outdoor shower and it is just a short walk to get to the beach for sunsets. What a way to end each day! Melissa gets an A for communication and we are very thankful that she and Kyle love sharing their beautiful home and town with us! Most definitely 5 stars!
Stayed 23 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing little gem

Perfect for us. We loved this little place and it started to feel like home in the short period we stayed. Easy walk to the ocean and just up the road from our favorite beach. Would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., Shoreline

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved the Nene Nest!

We (3 adults) had a fantastic stay in Kekaha! The home was perfect for our needs and very well-stocked. A 2-minute walk to the beach and a 5-minute drive to shops, restaurants, and stores in Waimea. The neighborhood is quiet (except for the roosters!) and the home is very private. The owners were very responsive (ahem, sponge delivery :-) and friendly. Check in/out was a breeze. We would definitely rent the Nene Nest again and I highly recommend you do as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Penny R.

Cute cortage

We enjoyed this cute cottage. There were many small touches that we appreciated. We enjoyed the large spacious bedrooms with wonderful cross ventilation. The kitchen was adequate. We would have liked serving bowls and utensils. The proximity to the beach was great and we enjoyed the black sand. Wonderful sunsets. The proximity to our catamaran tour and Waimea Canyon was perfect. There is a lack of grocery stores and restaurants in Kekaha that we enjoyed on the north side of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R., Longmont

Liked: Cleanliness

Kekaha getaway

Great location. Had everything we needed for a pre-holiday getaway. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great and peaceful getaway

Place was great and as advertised. Peaceful and relaxing, great location. Excellent hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C., Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness

A little gem

Everything was as described. It was a sweet little cottage hidden away from the street. It was well maintained and had everything we needed. Beach towels, beach chairs and boogie boards were a welcome addition. We would return.PS. Poke from the local Mini Mart (0.6 mile walk) lacked ambiance, but was delicious and fresh.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Stay

A beautiful and cozy home, nestled into what felt like a landscaped courtyard. This was a perfect location for us, since our main activity was repeatedly heading to Waimea Canyon to hike the extensive trails. Would certainly stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cottage

We loved our time at the NeNe nest! Such a beautiful property a block from the beach. Everything was perfect and we loved the location close to the route to Waimea Canyon and picking up our boat trip to NaPali in Eelele. We would 1000% do it again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nene Home

Lovely, happy cottage with everything you could need. Charming!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kekaha Relaxation

Wonderful place to get away from it all. Close to great hikes on Kokee and Waimea. Beach is a few minutes from house. You can’t swim because of rocky bottom but it is a wonderful spot to sit in a chair to take it all in and have a drink while watching the sun go down. Comfortable beds and private yard. Roosters let you know vocally that they are in the area and visit with the hens periodically but it doesn't take long to get used to them - it is part of what makes the place what it is. At night you can hear the ocean waves and in the morning and throughout the day there are beautiful birds flying in and out of the yard. The geckos are around and fun to watch! Great place to relax and be out of the crowds. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and refreshing

We loved staying at Nene Nest and really enjoyed the West side of Kauai. It is close to a lot of hiking in the Waimea Canyon and to a wonderful scuba diving operation Explore Kauai. The neighborhood was quiet and not touristy at all. Nene Nest was extremely clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

The most magical honeymoon getaway

We could not be more grateful for our stay at the Nene nest! My husband and I both agreed it was the best accommodation we have ever stayed at. The location, character of the house, communication with the host, and all of the well-thought out amenities were incredible. We are already looking forward to our next stay. Thank you so much Melissa and Kyle!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful & Relaxing

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always the best place!

This is now our second time staying at the Nene nest and it was perfect. We were able to have the comforts of home while on a week long vacation. We love staying at the nene nest and its proximity to the true Aloha spirt.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly

What an incredible treasure the Nene Nest is!! I’ll be back every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

The Nene Nest was perfect for our 30th anniversary. It truly is a home away from home and had everything we needed for a week’s stay. We would not change a thing. If you’re looking for a quiet, “locals only” vibe, this is the place for you. We will be back! Mahalo nui loa, Melissa & Kyle
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent House

This is a great house and we loved our stay. The beach was beautiful and everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

What a Gem!!

I can’t say enough good things about the Nene Nest! The property is adorable, well-maintained and full of thoughtfully designed touches; as is the surrounding private yard with beautiful flowers, banana trees and soft grass. The house had spacious rooms, comfortable beds, a well-equipped kitchen, beach supplies and toys for our kids! Melissa was a friendly and responsive host and you can tell she takes pride in sharing this special place with her guests- Thank you, Melissa! Kauai was a perfect vacation spot for our family with two small children, and it was a real treat to get to come back from our daily adventures to a private, comfortable bungalow that felt like home. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024