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Hawaiian Plantation Style Cottage In Resort Location

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Beach
Interior
Room
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2633 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kapaa, HI
  • Coconut Marketplace
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lae Nani Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Lydgate Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hawaiian Plantation Style Cottage In Resort Location

"Kuku's Nest" is a beautiful tropical home not just another rental. This condo is a large, remodeled, one bedroom accommodating two guests, ground floor unit, with full kitchen, luxury vinyl and tile floors, stainless appliances, fresh tropical colors, granite counters, new furnishings, two flat screen smart TVs, California king bed, sofa, and free wifi. The condo has a beautiful new tile and stone shower. Other upgrades include doors throughout, kitchen cabinetry, flooring, furnishings and installation of a full size range. This cottage includes an actual dining area, rather than the bar seating common to other units in the complex. With the ceiling fans and coastal breezes, the air conditioning is rarely needed. Enjoy your morning coffee watching the sunrise on the lanai accessed from the living and bedroom. The lanais overlook a coconut grove tropical garden, and one of three property pools.

Plantation Hale consistently brings in great reviews for one of the best places on the island to stay. Property amenities include whirlpool spas, barbecues, clean convenient laundry facilities, and open air lobby . Kuku’s Nest is in the “H” building, near a short walking path, through a field, to tranquil Waipouli Beach. Accessible parking is located right outside the condo cottage and the ground floor location makes this cottage convenient for those with walking or mobility limitations.

Kuku's Nest is nestled in the home of Ancient Hawaiian Royalty. Located in Wailua on Kauai’s Coconut Coast it is a short walk to many area beaches, shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The newly completed coastal walking / biking path provides the opportunity to keep your vehicle parked, or within a 5 minute drive you can kayak or stand-up paddle the Wailua River, hike Sleeping Giant, visit several of the island’s best waterfalls, enjoy a luau & gardens, snorkel or swim at Lydgate's tide pools, and much more. Wailua is half way between the jungles of the North Shore and the nearly always sunny Southern Coast making a perfect base for exploring.

WHY CHOOSE THIS PROPERTY:
The Coconut Coast has always been what we consider the best place on the island to serve as a home away from home. It is half way from the North and South shores, and has a good combination of local 'real Hawaiian' life as well as vacation 'destination spots'. Kapaa Town is our favorite area for shopping , restaurants, walking and biking. It has the convenience of having grocery stores, farmer's market, banks and a post office in the immediate area The complex sits along the ocean (Makai) side of the road and is an easy walk to the Coconut Marketplace, restaurants (Hukilau Lanai, Sleeping Giant Grill, Chicken in a Barrel Barbecue, Lava Lava Beach Club) as well as grocery stores, two coffee shops (yes, including Starbucks), and many activities. These units always get great reviews from travelers and we have been very impressed with the management and maintenance staff.

Excerpts from reviews found on the former listing for KuKu's Nest include:
Leoc:
...The condo was central to all the things we wanted to do in Kauai and just made traveling around the island so easy. We had our two boys ages 5 and 3 with us, and we all fit comfortably in the condo....
Ken H:
...The condo was clean and had boogie boards, snorkeling equipment, beach towels and beach chairs....Staff at Plantation Hale are very friendly, always busy with maintenance, cleaning, and keeping the grounds spotless. We usually ate breakfast and BBQ'd supper at the condo and ate lunch at restaurants so this saved us lots of money...
Trudy H.
We spent nine nights here and it was just what we needed for our stay in Kauai. There were boogie boards, snorkel gear, towels, a fully equipped kitchen. We enjoyed the nearby hot tub the day we were flying out. It was all very comfortable and convent. Nice central location for getting anywhere on the island. Mahalo
Layton L.
Was really pleased with the condo, especially since I had friends staying in the neighboring unit, who's unit were much more basic than Kuku's Nest. Really enjoyed the access to the pool from the back yard and the other pools weren't far away either. Parking was a breeze and I usually walked to other friends staying in neighboring properties...
Victoria L.
My husband and I spent. a week here and we just wish we could have stayed longer. The condo was very well-stocked and had everything we needed from cookware to snorkels. As first timers in Kauai, its central location was especially nice, since it was easy for us to travel all over the island (and we did!)...
GavinI
just spent 12 nights in this Condo and it was the best of the six different condos I have stayed in on the East-side. It had everything you needed to feel at home and the staff were all friendly and helpful and I would recommend this place to anyone who is reading this. The location is perfect and is walking distance to many places to eat and buy groceries which was great. This will be the first place I will try to book the next time I come back to Kauai.
Ken H.
We had a great month in Kuku's Nest. Condo had everything you need, beach chairs, boogie board and fins, beach towels- place was clean on arrival, check-in was easy. We used the BBQ's lots over the month to save on food costs. There is road noise during the day but it is not that bad...
Crystal W.
Kuku's nest was the best place for our family to live on our week's vacation to kauai! Clean, comfy, great location...

GE-046-299-9552-01, TA-046-299-9552-01

Property manager

Terri and Tom Morse

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed in the rooms or anywhere on the resort's property, except for designated smoking areas located in the parking areas.

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
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
Property Registration Number TA-046-299-9552-01, 430020170118, GE-046-299-9552-01

About the area

Kapaa

Located near the beach, this condo is in Waipouli, a neighbourhood in Kapaa. Holoholoku Heiau and Poli'ahu Heiau reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Smith's Tropical Paradise and Lydgate Beach. Keahua Arboretum and Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kapaa, HI

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waipouli Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lae Nani Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lydgate Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Smith's Tropical Paradise - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Country Markets #93 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Garden Grille & Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Dreams Hawaiian Gourmet Ice Cream - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Hawaiian Plantation Style Cottage In Resort Location have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Hawaiian Plantation Style Cottage In Resort Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawaiian Plantation Style Cottage In Resort Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawaiian Plantation Style Cottage In Resort Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hawaiian Plantation Style Cottage In Resort Location located?

Located in Waipouli, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Coconut Marketplace, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach. Waipouli Beach and Fuji Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

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

Great location for hikes, beaches and boat tour

The property had everything we needed for a super stay. It was clean and quiet and had all the kitchen and beach items we needed. Its location was convenient for all the activities we wanted to do and felt perfectly safe. We'd stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie C.

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

Very Much at Home

Kuku's Nest is by far our favorite place to stay in Kauai. The condo is clean, comfortable and makes you feel like you are at home. There is a very well stocked kitchen which we loved as we cooked about 75% of our meals. It is centrally located on the island making it easy to go to so many wonderful places. Also only a 5 minute walk to.Coconut Market. We enjoyed sitting out on the lanai enjoying coffee in the morning and relaxation in the evenings. The pool is so close and enjoyable. Very well maintained grounds. We came to celebrate our 32nd wedding anniversary. We both know we want to came back to stay again. The laundry is just down the hall from the condo. It is so very reasonably priced at 1.50 to wash and 1.00 to dry. It is operated through an app on your phone and lets you know when the washer and dryer are done. The owners Tom and Terri are very quick to communicate and we so appreciated them. Thank you Tom and Terri for allowing us to stay in your beautiful condo. We truly relaxed and took in the island vibe.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin O.

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

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The perfect location to stay when exploring the island of Kauai. The apartment has everything you will need, its clean, comfortable and the owners are great to deal with.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Perfect Starting Point

We had a great time at Tom & Terri‘s place. The location of this condo was ideal. It is centrally located on the island, so you can easily reach any location for a day trip. Right across the field is a very nice beach where we saw seals while collecting small shells and sea glass. The condo was very clean, nicely decorated, and had a well stocked kitchen. The staff kept the outside immaculate. We hope to return!
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Wonderful place

Tom and Terri were wonderful hosts, very responsive to any questions or needs we had. Their place was perfect for us and we appreciated the beach gear, cooler, beach towels, etc. We used the hot tub often and met many interesting people. the hot tub
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Zelda C.

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

Birthday Getaway

This condo was in the perfect location to explore all of Kauai. It’s right in the middle. It was the perfect size for a couple. It’s within walking distance to the Coconut Marketplace. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm M.

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

From Hawkesbury Ontario Canada

This property had everything we needed and was perfectly located as a central location on the east coast, with equal travelling times to north and south attractions. A 5 mins walk to the local beach provided spectacular sunrises. The proximity of local restaurants, grocery stores and pharmacies were excellent. Well maintained pool and hot tub just off the lanai was especially convenient.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

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

First visit to Kauai

The property was as advertised. Very central to drive to lots of locations. Shopping nearby. Was very clean and well supplied with everything you need for cooking at the unit, etc. Beach supplies were great to have. It is a little close to the major roadway, which, if you have doors open, it can be a little noisy. Bed was very comfortable Was great to have the pool so close by. The whole complex was very quiet which we really appreciated. Would be happy to recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H.

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

charming, cozy & nicely stocked

Enjoyed the Kulu’s Nest stay with its Hawaii charm, comfort, nice artistic touches, fully equipped kitchen & easy access to running path & beautiful beach just steps way. Thanks for providing ice chests, beach towels & even a Britta water pitcher was greatly appreciated. Will recommend to friends & family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Honeymoon

We had a wonderful time at your home away from home…..Just a few minor things……I mean small….. Y’all need an electric can opener……lol……and we SO WISH y’all had a hand held shower head……and a little quieter air conditioner…..Also, the floor was slightly gritty upon arrival, but thank you for having vacuum and broom on site…..We will stay again…we loved your place!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Relaxing

Super convenient, this rental met our needs. Great location and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

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

The Goldie Locks location - Just Right!

Kuku’s Nest was a perfect home away from home for us. Everything we needed was provided including beach towels and a soft sided cooler to take to the beach! Folding chairs were available too, but we never used those. All was clean and ready for us early, which we very much appreciated. Paper goods, spices, coffee, bottled water and some canned drinks were already there, so we didn’t need to shop for much at all. The king bed with a memory foam mattress was very comfortable and the bedroom had both a TV and Alexa speaker. Plenty of good hangers in the closet along with a drying rack and clothes hampers to use for washing clothes. The washers and dryers, located on the same floor, were small but we found that the clothes baskets were the exact size for a load of laundry. The Plantation Hale location was just right, providing easy access to both the North and South shores. In addition, the Coconut Marketplace with food/drink and souvenir shops, were only a 10-minute walk down a private road. Lydgate beach park is the closest beach, about a 10-minute drive from the condo, with 2 pools created by a barrier of volcanic rock. Inside the pools you could see many different types of fish as well as see the black crabs on the rocks. There is a beach directly across the road, through a field with a paved path to walk on. While it’s a pretty beach, the rocks and rough surf would make it dangerous to do more than just get your feet wet. If you’re thinking about booking this location, do it
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Amazing

Terri and Tom's place in Plantation Hale was the perfect spot for our 10 day stay on Kauai. The location is absolutely perfect to explore the entire island and the ability to walk to shops, restaurants and across the d
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great property in great location

Very comfortable condo in an extremely convenient location. Excellent communication with owners. The unit itself was very quiet, but keep in mind that there's a busy road nearby, so there is road noise while sitting on the lanai during the day. We walked to Lavalava one evening for a very nice meal. Easy walk to Coconut Mall and Long's Drug Store, Safeway is a 5 minute drive away (or less). The building apparently has laundry facilities, but it seemed a bit complicated with buying a card, etc., so we just used an excellent laundromat, also a 5 minute drive away, since we only had 1 load of laundry to do. The reception area is helpful and we were able to leave our luggage there the day we changed lodging. That would be helpful too for late flights.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken L.

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

Plantation Hale

I had a wonderful relaxing vacation.Really nice unit close to the pool. Did not swim at the nearby beach (thank you for the heads up) as it is dangerous due to lava rock.It is great for watching the waves and reading.I cook when I go on vacation,but not this time.I enjoyed a few breakfasts to the north at Walpoli restaurant and my dinners were great at the Coconut Market shops. Also tried Chicken in a Barrel.Longs drug store great for snacks and even wine & liquor.Enjoyed Hawaiian wine all week.I want to thank my hosts for excellent communication. They even provided me with good information pertaining to my swim attire at the pool. I am a life long swimmer and I wear "thong" style mens suits I had no problems at the pool and even got a compliment from 4 young ladies that liked my outfit.I am so happy with my nearly total tan.Hope to return someday as the fight is so long to/from Phoenix and then to Philadelphia
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S., Gig Harbor, WA

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

Kapaa

Well equipped, quiet, met all my needs. Thank you.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vern A., St Paul USA

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

Fun week on Kauai

Great location with a short walk to the beaches, shopping and restaurants. A few confusing issues when first checked were quickly resolved by host. Be aware there is no dishwasher and pay washer/dryer are just down the hall. Condo is well furnished with no real issues with appliances, furniture, bathroom, etc. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Perfect Location for our Kauai Vacation

We were very satisfied with our stay at Plantation Hale. We had a beach right across the street where we could walk in the mornings. We could walk to Coconut Grove for dinner or a little shopping or to Long Drugs. There was a pool so close to our location and we never had trouble finding a place to park. The condo itself was pretty much as described. I would have liked to have had a few extra towels, but we made do and appreciated the helpfulness and friendliness of all those we met and the cleanliness of the condo.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Wonderful location

The place was exactly as described and very centrally located. We enjoyed watching the sunrises (short walk) and the place felt extremely safe/inviting.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Monica A.

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

Nice Place

Clean and comfortable. Bed was also comfy. Close to restaurants and shopping and centrally located on the island. The only downsides were extremely noisy neighbors that felt it acceptable to let a baby and small children scream in the outside hallway late into the night all the nights during our stay. They had a celebration one night that seemed to go on well into the wee hours where adults were cackling along with the screaming children in the echoing hallway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Plantation Stay

We enjoyed our stay in Kauai! Our place was very clean, in a great location and was perfect for the two of us. It was well stocked with everything we needed. The kitchen was great for cooking and the grilling area was only 20 yards from our place. The Coconut Marletplace had a grocery store and there were lots of shops around. The ocean was about 1/4 mile walk from our place. Terri and Tom were great hostesses and we would go back to rheir place again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Perfect spot for couples

The property was very easy to get to from the airport and a great central location-not too out of the way when exploring the island. The bed was comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. We ended up cooking quite a bit and it was nice to have what we needed. There was even an insulated bag and bug spray left in the cupboard. They have furnished it very comfortably and we would absolutely stay here again. I was concerned we would hear noise above us since this is on the ground floor but we didn't notice any. It was our first time to Kauai and I was not sure which part of the island to stay on but after exploring all the areas I would choose to stay on the east side again. You can't beat the location and the short walk to the beach was really nice. It wasn't a swimmable beach but it was lovely to sit on the beach and listen to the crashing waves. Lydgate Park was a short drive and very convenient when we wanted to get in the water. The a/c was also a game changer. It made the room very comfortable to sleep in. You won't be disappointed if you stay here-it was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina H.

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

Great Visit

We chose to stay here and it did not disappoint. The listing was on point, close to a shopping market, grocery store and beautiful beaches. Easy checkin, great communication with owners, no issues with anything. Basic amenities provided but that is stated in the listing. Has everything you need to make yourself at home. Pro tip get up early and drive to
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri F.

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

Honeymoon

We love the location and the place was nice. We are planning on coming back to stay there again soon.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Terri and Tom Morse

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Hello - We are Tom Morse and Terri Smith-Morse. We have been married for over 20 years and share our California home with our adopted shelter dogs (AnnMarie and Henry), our yellow collared macaw (Valentino), and our desert tortoise (T-Bone). We enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including outrigger canoeing, walking and biking. Kauai is the perfect second home for us. We hope you love it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We first fell in love with Kauai shortly ofter we were married and after hurricane Iniki ravaged this beautiful island over 20 years ago. After several visit to all of the Hawaiian islands, we knew we wanted to be a part of the beauty of Kauai . The natural beauty of Kauai along with the warmth of her people kept drawing us back. When we decided to buy a place, we knew it had to be here - the very same complex we first visited all those years ago.

What makes this property unique

Kuku's Nest is centrally located on the island of Kauai. It is a quick 20 minute drive to the Lihue Airport and its central location makes it easy to get anywhere on the island in short order. The local beaches provide breathtaking views of the daily sunrise and Kappa Town has many opportunities for shopping and dining in a quaint small town setting.

Languages:

English