North Shore Paradise

Guest: lazysvbar (Billings, MT)
Date of Stay: 09/30/11 Review Submitted: 10/11/11

The rooster's internal clocks are just a hair off and peacocks love roof tops - can't expand much, you just have to experience it! The web description and photos do not do this little piece of paradise justice. Really felt like coming back to a home after a hard day of sunning, surfing and sipping Mai Tai's on the north shore. The location is perfect for those who love the north shore of Kauai. Close enough to easily get to the all the good spots, yet secluded away so that you can be to yourselves. The owner's are great and concerned about insuring you have a great experience. Overall, an outstanding experience that helped us meet our goal of being away from it all. We'll be back!

Owner response:Thanks so much! It makes us happy when our guests are happy. : ) Susan & Kim

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

just the experience we expected and hoped for

Guest: A&P (USA)
Date of Stay: 02/12/11 Review Submitted: 08/19/11

We found "Cottage in the Forest" via internet research. We did not want the crowded condo scene of the South Shore, but rather something secluded, romantic and secure. This property seemed like a great location, secluded yet easy access to North/South shores and airport (about 45 minutes to airport). The cottage sits on a large, green and lush property with a main house and the owner's studio nearby enough to ask questions if any, but still very private. The property has lots of wonderful wildlife, too - there are some amazing peacocks that perched and strutted right outside our window and we got some great pictures - as if it were a private show for us! Friendly family dogs, too! The view of the mountains, waterfall, and sunrise/sunset is nothing less than you'd expect from Hawaii. The cottage feels very spacious and is tastefully decorated. There was plenty of room to place your groceries (although we usually ended up eating out if we were out and about for the day) - no stove/oven but there were hot plates and a microwave if needed. Susan (the owner) also stocked beach chairs, picnic gear, etc., toiletries, and linens. The property is about 10 minutes down a residential road with other very nice properties. Not a lot of eating/refreshment establishments in the the *immediate* area, but not too far (about 10-15 minutes to Kilauea or Princeville). We got the nice feeling after a day out that we were "coming home and settling in for the night". The bathroom (tub with hand shower) and outdoor shower were very nice. The one issue I had was not specific to the property, but rather due to the lush, forest-like location and the wet season when we were on the North Shore - mosquitos! If you are not sensitive to mosquito bites or can casually swat them away without frustration, you will be fine... I just happen to be really sensitive and couldn't be outside too much, leave doors open, etc., which was a shame - and I took a bath in bug repellent practically every night! Again, not an issue with the property, but rather the North Shore in the wet winter. We had a great time and would not hesitate to recommend this property. If you have wondered about renting a private cottage such as this vs. a larger condo complex, try this! We are so glad we did, and it made for a much more intimate experience of the beauty of Kauai. Mahalo, Susan!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.

The perfect North Kaua'i vacation cottage

Guest: Christopher (Missoula Montana)
Date of Stay: 01/06/11 Review Submitted: 01/23/11

I found this cottage on line, read the reviews, looked at the pictures and decided to go for it. When we arrived we couldn't have been happier with the choice we made. The cottage is surrounded with the right amount of tropical vegetation to make you feel secluded but sill reveals great views of the interior mountains. I laid in bed in the morning and watched a huge water fall coming off the mountain from the heavy rain the night before. Susan was very friendly and had good advice on where to go and what to do on the island. We wanted the north end on the island for the tropical feel and the cottage exemplifies it perfectly. We loved the big claw foot tub and the outdoor shower too. If your looking for a cozy place for two this is it. I can't wait to get back there.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway.

Guest: Omar and Rachel (Oahu)
Date of Stay: 06/16/09 Review Submitted: 10/10/10

We wanted for nothing in the five days we were here. You keep the place in pristine condition, and we appriciated many of the small, thoughtful touches to make it comfortable. We hope others enjoy their time here as much as us.

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Guest: Chad & Meeling, Valencia, CA (Oahu)
Date of Stay: 02/04/09 Review Submitted: 10/10/10

Thank you so much for a wonderful week in the Cottage. We had the best time here! It's so beautiful and peaaceful here. We loved the animals; the dogs coming to say hello on the front porch, and the showy display the peacocks put on for us. The outdoor shower was heaven and will be missed. Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us. Kauai is indeed Paradise.

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Guest: Elaine & Mike, Santa Rosa (Oahu)
Date of Stay: 11/05/08 Review Submitted: 06/09/10

This loely cottage was the perfect honeymoon spot for us! We loved being tuked away in this corner of paradise, among the birds, flowers & trees! Even the drenching reain on our arrival seemed magical. : ) thank you for thinking of everyconvenience and for making our time her so comfortable.

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Guest: Amanda & Brad (Oahu)
Date of Stay: 08/10/08 Review Submitted: 06/09/10

the cottage is more than we hoped for. What an amazing secluded location. We felt we were in the woods alone. We couldn't imagine a more ideal place to spend our honeymoon. Thank you.

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Guest: Janice, Pleasanton, CA (Oahu)
Date of Stay: 07/27/08 Review Submitted: 06/09/10

What a GREAT energy this wonderful place has - Your life is blessed! Thank you for sharing your sanctuary with others. Hope to see you again soon - aloha...

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Guest: Katy & Johnny Lee (Oahu)
Date of Stay: 04/24/08 Review Submitted: 04/24/08

This place was AMAZING! You have given us an unforgettable start to our new life as husband & wife. We will miss waking up to the cries of peacocks & roosters every morning! Kauai is a beautiful island & we enjoyed the magnificent scenery...yet, the part we looked forward to the most was coming home to this little paradise. We will definitley see you again soon!

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Guest: Darcy & Heather Kennedy (Oahu)
Date of Stay: 01/06/08 Review Submitted: 01/06/08

What a wonderful start to the New Year! We enjoyed our stay here amidst the feathery and furry friends. You've thought of everything to make this such a wonderful cottage in the woods!

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