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Plantation offers the grace of yesteryear for de-stressing todayA 30-acre historic property on Kauai's west coast, Aston Waimea Plantation Cottages is a step back in time. Lovingly restored vintage houses are outfitted with period furnishings in rattan, wicker and mahogany. Each cottage is uniquely decorated and offers its own charm. While a handful of cottages are oceanfront, most are set among the coconut palm and banyan trees, fronting graceful manicured lawns. A restaurant, pool and spa add contemporary comforts, but the draw here is a feeling of being transported to a simpler, quieter time. Highlights Overall ambiance of idyllic restfulnessAuthentic sense of Kauai historySpa with indoor and outdoor treatment areasA 4,000-square-foot, five-bedroom Managers House LocationKauai's west coast, which serves as a gateway to Waimea Canyon, Koke'e State Park, and raft and kayak tours along the iconic Na Pali Coast RoomsRestored one- to five-bedroom vintage homes from Kauai's plantation era are clustered about the 30-acre Aston Waimea Plantation Cottages property. Period furnishings and architectural details evoke a bygone era and exude romance. For larger families or groups, top choice is the Managers House, a 4,000-square-foot, five-bedroom oceanfront home with AC in the master bedroom. The five-bedroom Kruse House, built circa 1920, was moved to this property in 2002. It is fully air-conditioned and each bedroom has a private bath. FeaturesThose looking for a place to relax and recharge in utterly peaceful surroundings will see this historic property as paradise. Plantation-era cottages set the tone, aided by inviting hammocks beneath the trees. Aston Waimea Plantation Cottages isn't the place for exuberant nightlife, though the on-site pub sometimes brings in local talent to complement its handcrafted brews. The antithesis of activity and action, there's a slow-down-and-breathe ethic here -- in the quiet, at the pool, at the full-service spa. While the black-sand beach is not for swimming, Kekaha Beach, five minutes away, has white sand and a lifeguard. Transportation Lihue Airport (25 mi/40.2 km)Taxis and limousines available Attractions Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park (0.9 mi/1.4 km)Waimea Canyon State Park (7 mi/11.2 km)Captain Andy's Raft Expeditions (7.5 mi/12 km)Outfitters Kauai Na Pali Coast Kayak Tours (17.7 mi/28.5 km)Koke'e State Park (18 mi/29 km) Business Grove Conference Center and several other venues accommodate up to 400 peopleComplimentary Internet is available in the "Breezeway," the Aston Waimea Plantation Cottages lobby area Policies and fees Amenity fee of $15 will be charged for all new bookings for arriving from January 3, 2013.All Aston Hotels & Resorts managed hotels and condominiums are non-smoking.

Utterly relaxing condo haven on the east shore of KauaiVacationers looking for nice, affordable beachfront digs in one of the top locations on Kauai will find much to love at Aston Islander on the Beach. Low-key and peaceful, the resort sits on six landscaped acres along a strand of golden sand. Strolling the beach and lounging poolside are pleasant ways to while away vacation days, and sunrise doesn't get much better. Grills are available for guests and the hotel rooms and one-bedroom suites offer home-away-from-home conveniences. The adjacent Coconut Marketplace has dozens of shops and restaurants. Highlights Relaxed oceanfront settingWalking distance to Coconut MarketplaceFree in-room Internet accessComplimentary parking LocationKauai's Coconut Coast is the most central and convenient for vacationers who want to explore all that the Garden Isle has to offer -- which is to say, a lot. Aston Islander on the Beach is located almost mid-way between Waimea Canyon to the west and the riveting cliffs and dramatic topography of the Na Pali coast to the north. Poipu Beach is about 15 miles southwest. The eastern shore has its own compelling sights, too. Peaceful Wailua River, Wailua Falls, and Kauai Backcountry Adventure's Lihue tubing are just a short drive away. RoomsTeak furnishings, private lanais, air conditioning and free Internet access give accommodations an inviting island ambiance with contemporary appeal. Aston Islander on the Beach offers 198 units -- hotel rooms to one-bedroom suites -- in the low-rise, walk-up buildings set around the pleasant property. FeaturesThe beach at Aston Islander on the Beach is perfect for strolling and sunning and the pool is a peaceful respite from the frenetic world. But sports, sights and restaurants are nearby, allowing guests to choose how to spend their time. Lydgate Beach Park, for example, draws swimmers and snorkelers of all ages to its protected, sandy lagoon, and nearby Wailua Golf Course was named by Golf Digest as one Hawaii's 15 best courses. DiningThere are no on-site restaurant but grills on property offer family cookouts. Guests can walk to restaurants at Coconut Marketplace. TransportationLihue Airport (6.2 mi/10 km) Attractions Lydgate Beach Park (1.6 mi/2.6 km)Kauai Backcountry Adventures (5 mi/8 km)Wailua Falls (9.6 mi/15.5 km)Na Pali Coast State Park (31.4 mi/50.5 km)Waimea Canyon State Park (36.9 mi/59.4 km) BusinessComplimentary Internet access in rooms keeps working guests connected. Policies and feesAmenity fee of $15 plus 4.416% Hawaii State General Excise Tax will be charged daily for all new bookings arriving from January 3, 2013.