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

Holiday home in Kekaha with kitchen

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.

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Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Kitchen

Explore the area

Kekaha, HI

Place, Barking Sands Beach
Place, Kekaha Beach Park
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
‪44 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

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

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.

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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

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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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

Important information

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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

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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. Captain Cook Monument and Town Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kukuiolono Golf Course and Poipu Coast Trail. 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.

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Kekaha, HI

What's nearby

Kekaha Beach Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Waimea Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Pacific Missile Range Facility - 10 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

Lihue, HI (LIH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jo Jo's Shave Ice - ‬5 min drive
‪Menehune Food Mart - ‬18 min walk
‪Chicken In A Barrel Bbq - ‬5 min drive
‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - Waimea - ‬6 min drive
‪Island Taco - ‬5 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).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

catherine g.

23 August 2025

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

Adorable tiny house, well equiped, near the canyon. We loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

27 June 2025

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

Charming near beach

Great place. Gracious hosts. Quick stroll from the beach. Ideal place to spend time on Kauai. Would love to return.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

28 July 2025

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

The NeNe Nest was the most amazing little beach house just tucked back from the shore! It’s gorgeous Hawaiian foliage added to the character of this original plantation cottage and it was well stocked with kitchen and beach items to enhance your stay. Nearby so many good restaurants and activities on the south side of Kauai island, the house was in such a good location! We absolutely loved our stay and would 100% stay here again! Mahalo!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

22 June 2025

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

Nene nest rocks!

The owners were extremely available for communication. They adapted to our needs very easily and actually retrieved the last item and mailed it back to me. The house was amazing and we loved every minute of our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

23 July 2025

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

The Quiet of the Nest

The Nene Nest was absolutely perfect! We had most of our meals at the Nest as it was perfect eating on the porch and ending the evening with a card game. We could head to the crowds of Poipu or play in the waves at a quiet beach near by. The canyon was a short drive and a must see! The little store in town has the best poke and everyone was incredibly friendly! We also stayed at a resort on the other side of the island - but preferred the privacy and comfort of this beautiful cottage. We will book again for our next visit! Thank you!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK P.

27 February 2025

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

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

Douglas H.

6 April 2024

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

Relaxing stay

Very cute and private cottage with all of the amenities that you would expect. Would stay here again

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

3 April 2025

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

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

Mollie G.

19 April 2025

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

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

Serena C.

2 August 2024

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Heavenly

What an incredible treasure the Nene Nest is!! I’ll be back every year!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

2 October 2024

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

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 traveller

1 October 2024

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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

Dana S.

16 May 2024

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Home away from home

We absolutely loved our stay at this little gem. Set in a local neighbourhood and with so much love for detail, it felt a little bit as though we would actually live here. The cottage itself is just beautiful, the decor on point and the kitchen very well equipped. It was so nice to have a beautiful garden to hang out as well.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika F.

2 July 2024

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Perfect Location To Explore The Southwest Side

We stayed at the Nene Nest to explore the hikes of Waimea Canyon and Koke’e State Park. The location was great- close to the trails and Waimea Town itself in case we wanted to go out and eat or get groceries. The house was comfortable and in a very quiet location. Steps to the beach for sunsets, short driving distance to swimmable beaches. If you’re looking for a good home base to explore this area, I highly recommend the Nene Nest.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

14 May 2024

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

Love it!

The property was in a quiet neighborhood, with a quick walk to the beach. Plenty of area restaurants and shopping nearby. The house had everything we needed, a very comfortable bed and best of all an outdoor shower. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner on the lanai in the peaceful and secluded setting. With luck we’ll return soon to enjoy it all over again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Penny R.

25 January 2025

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

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

Fred from Illinois

17 September 2023

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

Loved all of it

Perfect

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

21 January 2023

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

Amazing Place

We have waited for a while to get to come stay at the Nene Nest and we were so happy to have been able to stay for a whole week. The Nene nest is quiet, private and has everything you need. We enjoyed being away from most of the resorts as we got to experience a relaxing vacation. We will definitely be back to enjoy the lanai, the outdoor shower, the walk to the beach and the sunshine.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

toby m.

25 September 2023

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Charming authentic cottage in a fantastic location!

Our stay was truly magnificent! The cottage has been lovingly restored, beautifully appointed, and is in a great location. The sunsets at Kekaha are phenomenal, and all the things we wanted to do in Kauai were nearby, including Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali coast, and the Kauai Coffee Plantation. A special bonus was being on the non-touristy side, hearing the local language, and exploring the small towns. A huge thank you to our hosts!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

22 October 2023

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

Nene’s Nest

We had a lovely stay at Nene’s Nest Cottage. It was close to small boat Harbor for the boat excursion and to Waimea canyon. Also, there is a nice walkable white sand beach nearby. Stars at night were incredible. Melissa was very quick to respond to any questions. Everything in the cottage worked well including the air conditioning, washer and dryer.’

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen D.

25 June 2022

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

A Return to this Perfect Spot of Paradise

This was our second stay at Nene Nest and it won't be our last. The house is fully equipped and extremely comfortable. We spent most of our house time out on the lanai admiring the gorgeous vegetation and listening to the birds. This southwestern side of Kaua'i is a gem not to be missed and the same is true for the Nene Nest! Mahalo!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather C., Bend

2 September 2023

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

The NeNe Nest is a gem!

This is a great property and accurately described in the listing. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking. There are beach towels, chairs, boogie boards a cooler and umbrella for your beach days. The beds were very comfortable and the neighborhood felt safe. You can walk directly down to the beach from the home. There is also a larger beach a bit up the road. Salt Pond State Park is also close and has a nice swimming area with lifeguards on duty. Close in proximity to the cute little town of Waimea. Also not a far drive to Waimea Canyon or Port Allen. We appreciated the location of the home and the daily visits from the rooster next door. I would highly recommend this property and we would definitely stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

1 April 2023

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

Perfect!

The Nene Nest is such a gorgeous bungalow with a beautifully landscaped yard! The house was very clean and had everything that we needed to make our stay super comfortable. We never used the air conditioner opting to have the big gorgeous windows open letting the cool night breeze in. We walked to the beach every night for sunset and it only took a few minutes…we loved being so close! The communication with both the owner and the property manager was excellent…with very quick responses to our questions! We have been coming to Kauai for many years and we would definitely stay at the Nene Nest again! It’s perfect!

Stayed 25 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli P.

4 June 2024

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

First trip to Kauai

We had a great time on Kauai and the house was awesome! It has everything you need including beach towels and gear! We had a small issue and the owner was amazing and had it fixed immediately! We loved the house, the beds are comfy and the AC in the bedroom is awesome to get a little break from the heat. We all slept like babies! The famous Kauai roosters visited us every day!! LOL!! This side of the island had some really high surf when we were there so we didn't get to use the beach by the house but Salt Pond Beach just down the road is protected and was nice. We also went to Poipu beach and that was also more protected. We enjoyed our time on Kauai and at the Nene's Nest and look forward to another trip in the future. We would for sure stay here again.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn K.

5 June 2024

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

Lovely cottage…great stay!

If you want a Hawaiian experience with your accommodations the Nene Nest is perfect! It’s tucked away in a quiet and beautifully landscaped spot. It was very nice inside…kitchen had everything you’d want, spacious bedrooms with comfortable beds, great living area, all nicely decorated . While close enough to the ocean to hear the waves (just around the corner) you have to drive a few minutes to the Kekaha Beach Park (which has perfect golden sand) for beach activities. Very close for visiting Waimea Canyon. The west side of Kauai is not a touristy area but restaurants in Kekaha and Waimea are not far. We mostly grilled and ate on site anyway. It has AC in the bedrooms only. Normally you wouldn’t need them but we hit an unusually rainy May and they were great to keep the humidity in check. Loved it and will come back if in the area again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 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.

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

Second Bedroom

1 bathroom

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10/10 Excellent

catherine g.

catherine g.

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

Charming near beach

Robert O.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Sarah W.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

Nene nest rocks!

Kathy N.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

The Quiet of the Nest

Deborah H.

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK P.

Amazing little gem

PATRICK P.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Relaxing stay

Douglas H.

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

5 Stars!

Susan G.

10/10 Excellent

Mollie G.

Amazing Family Stay

Mollie G.

10/10 Excellent

Serena C.