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

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A single-story house with a covered porch, a front yard with a small garden, and a palm tree in the background.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a bookshelf.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, and a window with a view of trees.
A house with a wooden exterior, a window with a checkered curtain, and a small outdoor area with a bamboo fence and a plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kekaha, HI
  • Place, Major's Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Polihale State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Poipu Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kekaha

When you stay at this vacation home in Kekaha, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Major's Bay and Kekaha Beach Park. .This vacation home is 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from Na Pali Coast State Park and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Barking Sands Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Major's Bay - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kekaha Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Polihale State Park - 26 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Poipu Beach - 39 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 45 min drive - 32.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

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

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

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
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number GE-123-018-2912-01, 130040830001, TA-123-018-2912-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 344 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nele Nest is an absolutey wonderful Home and has everything you need. The house is located near to some nice beaches for swimming, surfing or simply have a relaxed look at the beautiful sunset’s. It’s a short drive to Wimea Canyon. Our family really enjoyed the stay at Nele Nest and say „Mahalo“ to Melissa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute place and private location ! had all the necessities we needed for our stay. Close to beach area and was nice to have beach chairs and umbrella provided !
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and garden in a good location so we could easily walk to the beach nearby. The host sent us very clear instructions and check in was quick. Beds were very comfy and the kitchen had everything we could possibly need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was in a perfect location, complete with all helpful amenities, and we're already planning a return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a peaceful and delightful home. The three of us were pleased with the usual amenities, but being so close to a beach was the star. Just be aware that the roosters throughout Kauai will also make it a memorable stay! The hosts are so kind and considerate. Kudos to them for making them home available in such a beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enfoyed the quiet relaxing atmosphere of the town and of the property. Beautiful property. Nice outdoor shower, used it for every shower. Found great bakeries and eats a couple miles away. Great place to get away from the high tourist areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great access to Waimea Canyon and parks an trails. Loved the less touristy vibe and cozy bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! That sums up our stay-loved everything about the house, area, and coffee mug lol
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay, everything was as promised. Really appreciated the fans and white noise box to cover rooster crowing in the early hours.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is a hidden gem! The house is hidden from the road but consider this a plus. The directions are spot on. The host was always responsive. The back yard is well maintained and private but close enough that you can still hear the ocean waves. Breakfast on the lanai every morning was wonderful. The interior of the house is charming. We had all of the amenities - the hosts went out of their way to make sure no detail was overlooked. The beds were comfortable and it was nice to have lawn chairs and beach towels. Overall, a wonderful experience. If we ever get back to Kauai, we would definitely book the NeNe Nest again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our 2 weeks at NeNe Nest! It felt like home and was the perfect sunny spot on the island to explore and unwind!
Reading on the lanai
The papaya tree
Relaxing dinners on the lanai
Private garden and yard for relaxing and soaking up the sun
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time staying here...both times had a great experience. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved this place! Perfect for exploring Waimea Canyon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in/out. Great information from the owners about local food and activities. Loved this gorgeous traditional island cottage, and being away from the busy tourist areas. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We stayed at the Nene cottage back in 2013 and loved it! That's why we decided to come back. The location is a little far from the airport but that's the reason we like it here in Kekaha, less tourist and basically no traffic. The cottage has everything you need, from coolers, beach chairs, boogie boards, board games, towels, etc. We did noticed that it's basically the same as 13 years ago so it needs some maintenance, like the front screen door was hard to close among other things. Other than that, our stay was great. Also Melissa is great at communicating and goes above and be
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House in Kekaha was perfect; has everything you needed to be comfortable. Communication with host was great. You’re very close to a great beach good for surfing or swimming. The town itself is very small and quiet, but you’re close to Waimea with more dining options, if needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In spite of a strong Kona low pressure storm front coming in we enjoyed our time at the Nene Nest immensely. The cottage was what we expected. The listing was accurate. Communication with the hostess was timely. And my wife and I love the more quiet side of Kauai in Kekaha. All in all a very Vacation spot for us.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was excellent. It was even better than it looked online. Kekaha is a wonderful, quiet community. This house felt safe and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful little home just steps away from the ocean. It is small but has spacious rooms, is excellently renovated and is tastefully decorated. There is also a fully equipped kitchen, private garden and front balcony. It is truly a gem, a wonderful find and is highly recommended. It was an honour to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation home. All that we needed and more. Such a perfect location on the island. Thank you for sharing your wonderful cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Having provided beach chairs and boogie boards made beach days easy. The surfers on the beach just yards from the house provided free entertainment. I love the Nene Nest.
Walk to beach for sunset
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable hand picked furniture, very quite surroundings, nicely equipped kitchen, modern electrical light and fan switches (we loved them). Many nice beaches within short driving distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kawaii memories

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great and peaceful getaway

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

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