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Private Handcrafted Cottage, Walk to Secluded Beach, Hot Tub, Tandem Kayak, WiFi

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Unique architecture, plus wonderful light and great ventilation...
Comfort and beauty
Dining
Tasteful furnishings
A comfortable King Bed and "Hawaiian Style" ceiling fan...

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Kilauea, HI
  • Place, Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Princeville Makai Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Rock Quarry Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Handcrafted Cottage, Walk to Secluded Beach, Hot Tub, Tandem Kayak, WiFi

"Twin Hearts", a Kauai North Shore vacation rental homestay cottage, is a wonderful private one bedroom, one bath handcrafted rental accommodation located at the ocean end of our 7.6 acre Kauai North Shore estate and farm parcel. The handcrafted cottage features tons of privacy and a sweet hot tub, as well as close world class, white sand Kaihili-Quarry Beach, a scenic 15 minute walk, or quick 5 minute drive from your accommodation.

The travel accommodation industry has been dramatically changed. The COVID-19 pandemic, while it has abetted, has placed a greater importance on safety. At Twin Hearts, we understand this change. Vacation rentals are now the safest and most secure way to enjoy a Kauai vacation. We understand the importance or providing an alternative to crowded hotels or the risks of dining in jam packed restaurants. What better way to travel safely than renting your very own cottage on acreage!

Our guests, many of them repeat visitors, adore the cottage and leave us stellar reviews.

Our organic ethic precludes us from spraying any toxic pesticides, and while we deal topically and organically with any of the many pests that enjoy living in the sub-tropics, you must be prepared to possible encounter the occasional ants, or geckos, or even a cockroach or two. If that is bothersome, you may be better off renting at a different property that utilizes toxic pesticides.

This private cottage, which is fully screened, is an exquisite, architecturally interesting, sustainable redwood home with lots of special features and privacy, about 250 feet (and lots of hedges and trees) from our home.

The cottage is accessed via a completely private 250 foot long rolled gravel driveway from the paved cul-de-sac road.

The cottage is comfortably and tastefully furnished, island style, with a hand-carved king sized poster bed with soft cotton sheets in the bedroom, a lovely living room with comfortable new queen sofa bed, a tiled bathroom, and a full-on entertainment center with cable TV, DVD, and CD stereo. Furniture and furnishings are oriental and island-style, with some antiques and original art.

For those who enjoy using the internet, we offer high speed Spectrum WI-FI, by Kauai standards. We average 200mbs speed. Keep in mind that internet speed here is not necessarily the equivalent here of what you may experience, or become used to, in mainland urban areas. There is plenty of bandwidth for most visitors, and we encourage you to slow yourself down and relax into Kauai time. :)

As a special perk, the cottage now comes with a Tandem Kayak, complete with paddles, backrests, life preservers and car roof rack, perfect for jungle river adventures on Kauai's numerous waterways. That's WAY fun and easy, even if you have never kayaked before!

We also provide boogie boards to our guests, Some snorkel gear may be available, but we recommend arranging for snorkel gear rental to insure a proper fit.

There are laundry facilities and a full indoor bathroom, as well as a hot and cold outdoor shower for washing the sand off when returning from Kahili-Quarry beach, which is just down the road, or any other one of the 10 world class beaches nearby.

There are a myriad of world class beaches close nearby. Kahili Quarry Beach is within walking distance, or you may zip down with your rental car. Kalihiwai Beach and the trailhead to Secret Beach are just 6-7 minutes away. Also nearby are Anini Beach, Hideaways, Waiakalua (wanna be all alone on a tropical beach?) and the beaches of Hanalei Bay.

The scenic Kilauea Lighthouse is minutes away...

As a longtime farm family we welcome you to come enjoy our place. You may walk around the property as long as you follow 3 rules: 1) Do NOT stand below coconut trees 2) Do not approach any buildings other than your cottage, and 3) do not engage our workers in conversation. They love to chat, but we need them to work :)

As a long-time, nearly 40 year resident farmer, I offer private farm tours to parties of up to 4 in size, for $100 per hour. I can provide a brief overview in one hour, but a more in-depth tour can last for 1.5 to 2 hours.

Consistent trade breezes keep you cool and refreshed although, to be on the safe side, we have installed a decorative tropical ceiling fan in the bedroom.

The cottage is fully screened.

When looking at a map of Kauai, use the Kilauea Lighthouse as a locator- it is the northernmost point on the island, and your cottage is about 1.5 miles to the southeast. The location is convenient- close to restaurants, bakeries, 2 farmer's markets each week, and fun shopping. It is an easy drive further west to Princeville (10 minutes) or Hanalei (15 minutes) yet not far the other direction to the East and South sides and to Waimea Canyon on the West side.

Because many guests have found difficulty arranging a reasonably priced rental car (the BEST way to explore Kauai) at reasonable rates, we often offer a Ford Escape SUV to our guests. If this possibility sounds of interest please inquire, after you make your booking.

Twin Hearts is a legal, permitted "homestay", Class IV Zoning Permit Z-IV-2015-35, Use Permit U-2015-34, Special Permit SP-2015-12. These permits are extremely limited. Our TMK is (4) 5-1-005-015-0003.

So let's see... garden views, mountain views, private hot tub, acreage privacy, close beach proximity, laundry facility, wireless high-speed internet access, a tandem kayak, the option to rent a vehicle, and a stunning, affordable handcrafted cottage. Plus, it is a registered. legal, vacation rental. It doesn't get much better than this, especially at our low rental rates.. Come to Kauai and enjoy it in class at our private cottage!

Mahalo nui loa, e komo mai (Many thanks and welcome...)

Bruce and Cyndee Fehring

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About the area

Kilauea

Located in Kilauea, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Princeville Center and Kapaa Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hanalei Bay and Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge. Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens and Kauai Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Kilauea, HI

What's nearby

  • Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Rock Quarry Beach - 15 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 19 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 41 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Bar Kilauea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kilauea Bakery & Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Iniki - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Java Kai Bar Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nanea Coffee Truck - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 98 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2026
Perfect. We love it, and happy that you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome to return at any time in the future, Just be sure to book as early as possible :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely place to stay off the beaten path. I loved being able to walk down to beach each day. The host was friendly, helpful, and responsive to any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2026
Thanks for your kind words, Jennifer. It was out pleasure to host you. For those reading this, please think as far into the future as possible, as Twin Hearts is very popular and typically books far in advance. Mahalo nui loa, e komo mai. Many thanks and welcoming you... Bruce and Cyndee
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful location, verdant, peaceful, and private. There is an excellent beach within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most unique and incredible place to stay, close to everything you would need which makes it even harder to choose between staying around the property or exploring! The hosts thought of everything and their love for the cottage shines through! Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Aloha Kaela, and mahalo for your kind and comprehensive review of our popular, private Twin Hearts cottage. You are welcome to return on your next visit to Kauai. E como mai! Regards, Bruce and Cyndee
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10/10 Excellent

Leonora W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We feel so lucky to have spent the week at Twin Farms. We happened to be here during a super rainy spell, and the cottage served as a cozy refuge where we could truly rest and decompress. We so appreciate the craftsmanship, the tasteful decorations and the attention to detail (hello, electric tea kettle!) The well-cared-for gardens and vibrant (and vocal) birdlife made us feel like we were in a true island paradise.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super private and close to the best beaches in Kauai
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely private cottage well decorated and surrounded by greenery. Away from it all, but still close to all the good sights and activities of the north coast. Hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely delightful spot. Appreciated the Kauai recommendations provided in the binder as well as all the snorkel book and beach gear. Didn’t get to meet Bruce but he was an excellent communicator. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a WONDERFUL place to spend our time on Kauai!This gem of a place manages to be both intimately private, yet close to the rest of the farm. The cabin itself is just perfect - big windows onto the garden with screens underneath so you get an unobstructed view.The bed is comfy, the living room spacious, and the kitchen has what you need for a relaxed stay. The hot tub is perfect at the end of a day of strenuous hiking, and the sheltered garden loungers and patio grill make the outdoor space as inviting as inside. The beach down the road is quiet, uncrossed and in winter when we visited it was one of the few North Coast beaches open for swimming. Bruce and his family were there when we needed to message them, but gave us our privacy throughout.We would love to come back - this place really exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2025
Thanks, Daniel, for your VERY positive review. We loved hearing how much you wnjoyed the cottage, the surroundings, and the environs. We aim to please. And we look forward to your next visit to Kauai, and to Twin Hearts.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany C.

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

Vacation in paradise

We stayed for two weeks and did some tourist stuff and also joined in on some local activities. The accommodation was wonderful. Mario was particularly helpful and checked in on us regularly to be sure all our needs were met. Fabulous time and look forward to returning!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2025
Akoha all. It appears from Tiffany's written review that she and her spouse really enjoyed their stay at Twin Hearts. She had indicated that she looks forward to returning. Of course, she is welcome to come back and enjoy the unique and wonderful accommodation that is Twin Hearts. Why she indicated a 4 star review, instead of 5, is beyond me. Perhaps a typo?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Loved staying at Twin Hearts

We just love this place and our visit to Kauai.it’s cozy and private and greatly located.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this stay was perfect. Easy to get in, private, peaceful, heavenly abode. Will go back again and hope to stay for a much longer time. 4 nights was not enough. Hope to make it to a poker night some time in the future, or farm ball because that looked like a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Aloha Alex, and thanks for your stellar review. While there is no pressure for guests to play in our weekly farm (soft) ball or in our weekly hold'em game, they are welcome to participate. Enjoy Kauai in the manner of local residents. We welcome your return. Mahalo nui, e komo mai, Bruce
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

The no tourist stay

This place was just right for us. Away from the busy. Central enough to get north and south. Equipped with all the beach needs. Quiet, secluded and peaceful.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Great place to stay on Kauai

We truly enjoyed our week long stay at the cottage! It was the perfect location to stay and explore the island; we felt like it gave us the true Kauai experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2022
Cyndee and I are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your return. Just be sure to book early to ensure availability. E komo mai!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Phenomenal

Thank you for a most magnificent holiday
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2025
We are so happy you found Twin Hearts online and so enjoyed your stay there. We hope to host you again, hopefully in the not-too-distant future :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Highly recommend!

Beautiful, pristine property close to incredible places to explore on Kauai's coast.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2025
Thanks so much for your visit, and for your kind words about our accommodation. Happy trails back to Alaska!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

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

Jungle oasis

Unique hand crafted cottage and interior. Lovely bird sounds, flowers, plants and warm breezes.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wyn H.

Beautiful hexagonal cottage on a family farm

We loved this cottage Away from town but accessible to beach and trails
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the kind words about our charming cottage. We look forward to having you as repeat guests! Thanks, also, for pointing out a few minor problems which we were able to get in order during the turnaround cleaning. The outside security light has been replaced and now works just fine. Also, a new, non-wobble toilet seat has been installed and is as secure as ever. We appreciate those heads-up observations. This guest misplaced his driver's license at the cottage, was discovered under the couch, and is now on his way back to him. We provide service with a smile.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

wonderful farm cottage

check-in was a breeze, the cottage is well stocked with everything you need and in a great location. It was quiet and peaceful. I had a wonderful stay and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Twin Hearts Cottage

A great place to stay, in a quiet location. Property owner friendly and helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

This is a cottage in paridise

This is our third time here! We love it and we call it our home away from home. It’s close to the best beaches in Kauai and we feel so comfortable and relaxed here.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from a wonderful 1-week stay at Twin Hearts cottage in Kilauea, and it truly lived up to all the hype from other reviews. This handcrafted gem on the North Shore of Kauai is private, cozy, and surrounded by lush farm acreage, within short drive (or moderate scenic walk) to the beautiful Kahili-Quarry Beach. The king-size bed was comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed for simple meals, and we spent evenings relaxing in the hot tub under the stars—pure magic - any night we had clear skies. The eco-friendly touches, like filtered water and non-toxic cleaning, made us feel good about our choice too.We agree with some past mentions of minor cleanliness concerns from years ago, but everything was acceptable during our visit—no issues at all. If anything, the only tiny downside was the occasional tropical bug and ants (hey, it’s Hawaii!), but that’s part of the charm. I felt like I was doing VERY fancy camping on a gorgeous tropical island! Overall, it’s a unique and peaceful retreat perfect for couples or small groups. We’ll definitely be back—highly recommend for anyone seeking an authentic Kauai experience! Stayed over Christmas 2025.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is fantastic! Clean, comfortable furniture. Just enough to cook and serve meals if you want, but close enough to drive to great restaurant options in Kilauea and further if wanted. We did use the hot tub one cool morning and it was delightful. Outdoor shower is the bomb! So much water pressure, what a treat! The privacy and quiet were exactly what we needed. Bugs and geckos are a part of island life, but we had very little issues. The geckos we heard more than saw, but they are cute lil buggers. Ants were kept to a minimum by cleaning up food debris quickly and not leaning stuff out. We lost a few Mac nuts to the ants cause we forgot and left a closed ziplock bag on the table overnight lol.Chickens were the morning alarm, so earplugs are smart if you like to sleep in!! Glad it was winter and the sun wasn't coming up earlier than 6:30.The beach down the road was epic. Big sandy beach and not a lot of people. We felt the walk was a bit long for carrying stuff, so we opted to drive. Glad we did. We will be back, as this place checked all our boxes perfectly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

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

Back in Paradise

So wonderful to be back after 17+ years. Such a lovely spot and great location. We hope to come back again but sooner!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethel B.

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

Get Away in Paradise

Lovely private “cabin” with hot tub that was so appreciated after a couple of hiking days. The pick up and drop off at the airport ensured a smooth check in and departure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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