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

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Sun loungers, beach towels
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Interior
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 beach proximity, a scenic walk away. Kaihili-Quarry Beach is secluded and world-class.

Because many guests have found difficulty arranging a rental car (the BEST way to explore Kauai) at reasonable rates, we have 2 fun cars (one sedan, one SUV) which we make available to our guests. If this possibility sounds of interest please inquire, after you make your booking.

The travel accommodation industry has been dramatically changed. The COVID-19 pandemic, while abetting, 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 utilized 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!

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.

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.

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 scenic Kilauea Lighthouse.

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.

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...)

Property manager

Bruce Fehring

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf privileges
  • Kayak on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Kayaking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 510050150003, TA-201-009-5616-01, GE-201-009-5616-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Kilauea, HI

What's nearby

  • Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens - 10 min walk
  • Kilauea Lighthouse - 10 min drive
  • Anini Beach - 13 min drive
  • Princeville Botanical Gardens - 15 min drive
  • Hanalei Bay - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lappert's Hawaii - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kai Bar Kilauea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Iniki - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kilauea Bakery & Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪North Shore General Store - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Handcrafted Cottage, Walk to Secluded Beach, Hot Tub, Tandem Kayak, WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Handcrafted Cottage, Walk to Secluded Beach, Hot Tub, Tandem Kayak, WiFi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Handcrafted Cottage, Walk to Secluded Beach, Hot Tub, Tandem Kayak, WiFi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Handcrafted Cottage, Walk to Secluded Beach, Hot Tub, Tandem Kayak, WiFi located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens and Rock Quarry Beach. Waiakalua Beach and Christ Memorial Episcopal Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
We had a great relaxing time in this private cabin hideaway! So much better than a hotel room in one of those “resorts”. If you like relaxing in your own private place, then this is for you. Only negative was the weather, (a Kona low, bringing flooding rains) which kept us off the beaches for a few days.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Bruce has done an amazing job of creating an oasis on the farm. Twin Hearts is tucked away and feels surprisingly private. The setting, the location, the whole vibe makes for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded jungle cottage
The bungalow has everything you could ever need. Its secluded and quiet (except for the ever present Kauai roosters) and private. You can walk to the most spectacular secluded beach, where you can surf big waves and there's a place for kids to play in the gentle water. Bruce was a lovely host and his property and farm are glorious. I highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K., Columbus, OH

Perfect!!
Everything was perfect!! We loved that part of the island and the cottage was ideal!! Thank you for sharing paradise!!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hayley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage!
We really enjoyed our stay at Bruce’s farm! Photos don’t do it justice. We loved being situated in Kilauea for all of our activities. Bruce was a helpful and communicative host. Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise Hideaway
Amazing little place that gives the feeling of being secluded in tropical garden yet is close to many activities. Short walk to local beach for those days you want to take it easy and stay close to home. Easy access to Princeville and beaches on the north shore. Host is very welcoming and has a wealth of knowledge about the island.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
This place was amazing! Loved the location. Very tropical and well maintained grounds. Place was clean and very relaxing. Loved the beach down the street. Hot tub came in very handy after our hikes in the canyon. Highly recommend renting this place. It was perfect for our 25th Anniversary!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

val, Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Retreat at Twin Hearts
Thank you Bruce and Cyndee for allowing us to stay for a week at your rental cottage. We felt right at home once we arrived on your beautiful property. Our stay in the Kilauea area was ideal and convenient as we visited with many family members and friends throughout Kauai. Much appreciation for your wonderful hospitality! With Warmest Mahalo, Val and Dennis
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

brandon r.

Beautiful property, just gorgeous. Quiet, peaceful, with tons of exotic birds.
The cottage was everything we had hoped for. We have used this site many many times, and have found it can be hit or miss. This rental, and our experience there, was one of the best to date. As a chef, I was delighted at with all the spices, condiments, and whatnot that were available, and cooked at the cottage nearly every night, and loved it. There are actually sharp knives! The owners are quite accomodating, and seem like real sweet folks. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical property
The photos in this listing don't do justice to the beauty of the place. The cabin is just beautifully appointed. Amazing woodwork and furnishings. It's private, while on the property of a wonderful organic family farm. We enjoyed the hot tub, the porch, walks to the beach and the sounds of birds as well as the cheers of the weekly softball game. The town is wondeful and we ate out a couple of times (felt Covid safe) and cooked on the grill and a little two-burner stove. Comfy, rejuvenating. Couldn't have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Twin Hearts
This place is amazing and secluded! 100-200 yards from the main house and surrounded by beautiful tall trees and bushes so it feels like you're alone. They have lots of fun gear and there is everything you could need in the house, which is spacious for two. And clean. The hosts are super friendly, happy to show you around the family farm, and also quickly responded when we had a couple of questions. Otherwise, we did not see them much and they gave us private space. It is a quick .5 mile walk or drive to a beautiful beach that seems to have great surfing and is not busy at all. This is the first of two places (similar price points, similar part of the island) we stayed on our first trip to Kauai (for our honeymoon), and it far and away is our favorite. If we are fortunate enough to come back this way, this is where we'll be looking to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Beautiful, Private, Kilauea Cottage
The cottage was absolutely wonderful! We've been to Kauai`i five times, the Big Island three times, and Maui once, staying in all kinds of places, but Twin Hearts outdoes them all. It's very private, clean, comfortable, gorgeous inside and out, with all the needed and wanted amenities including a double hammock for incredible night sky viewing, two showers, hot tub, and washer and dryer all on site. It's in a great location, walking distance from an almost private beach and beautiful botanical gardens. The Fehring Family farm stand has the most amazingly flavored organic popsicles, smoothies, and acai bowls right on the same property as the cottage. If you're lucky, Curly, the guardian kitty, will visit your lanai daily. The town of Kilauea is perfectly situated on the gorgeous North shore, a short drive west to Hanalei just past Princeville, with east shore, south shore, and even west shore towns not far away. We spent 9 nights here and hated to leave. 5 stars for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Private, Quiet, Location
Great property; great owner communication; very quiet and Unique. The open style atmosphere of the building allowed for great airflow cooling the building sufficiently at night without AC. The bed was super comfy! The mornings we arose to the sounds of many different tropical birds; which was always pleasant. There were a few small lizards and ants in the cabin; but they did their own thing for the most part. Some mosquitoes on that area of the island made eating on the lanai a bit difficult; so we opted to eat most meals inside. Curly the Cat who lives on the Lanai was a delight. Very friendly and talkative; as Cat people we loved seeing Curly each day. We stayed busy enough on the island that we didn’t get to try the hot tub or kayak; however we did enjoy using the coolers, beach towels, washing machine, beach umbrella and gas grill. Overall it was a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

John R., Highlands Ranch Colorado

Close enough but just far enough away...
This is the real North Kauai. Walking distance to a local beach ...outdoor shower to wash off after a day at Hanalei Bay surfing or paddle boarding up the Hanalei river..Hot tub for sitting out a rain squall. The property..Quiet, relaxed, and tropical. located just south of Kilauea, the property is close to some really good restaurants, deserted beaches, the town of Kapaa for unique shops and a surrounding lush peaceful jungle... but far enough away from the thousands of condos and traffic of Princeville. A comfortable double hammock for an evening of laying together and watching the stars. Well equipped for relaxing. Great design on the cottage...very private..and romantic. We did not get a chance to meet the owners... between a working farm schedule and the “fun” schedule we never met ..which is a plus...everything needed was there and everything there was in in tip top working order...Mahalo to the Owners! it was a great place to stay for a wonderful Kauai north shore experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erika U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous North Shore Stay
My husband, infant son and myself booked a last minute trip to the island and were lucky enough to swoop up an opening on Bruce and Cyndee’s calendar. Communication was great, and Bruce offered us a rental which was perfect for our stay (and a hot commodity given rates and availability on Kauai). He also personally shuttled us to and from Lihue for a fee which was both informative and convenient. The property is gorgeous as many have stated. Thoughtfully done, and matches the overall vibe of the island with proper amenities to boot. In the home, we enjoyed the gecko visitors and were definitely loved by the bugs (but that was all expected for the climate). We do appreciate the low-toxic grounds! It is a short distance to markets and restaurants, and a little drive to more touristy spots. The beach/lagoon down the street was perfect for us. Bruce had a ton of other great recommendations too. The space was overall excellent and worked well for our small family. Anyone lucky enough to stay at the cottage will love the local feel and aesthetic. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patryce B.

Beautiful private cottage + easy walk to gorgeous beach
We really enjoyed our 5 days stay at Twin Hearts. The place is very private and far off from any main road, so no traffic sounds. It's located on an organic farm (wish we had known that as we did grocery shopping before), so don't buy mainland eggs or produce at the store! See what they have first. This was the only spot we could find local pasture raised organic eggs... they were delicious. The kitchen is perfect for cooking with gas burners and stainless steel pots. There's a beach down the road that requires a picturesque 10 min walk. We were confused by old reviews that described the road as dangerous. If you're of average age and health you won't have a problem getting there. It was one of the loveliest beaches we visited on the island. Be sure to walk all the way west on the beach to the river. For the north the location is great because it's not as touristy as Hanalei, which is close anyway. You're close enough to good food in Kapaa, east side and north side attractions. Roosters/ chickens: they are everywhere, not just here. We stayed at the Poipu Marriot the week before facing the ocean and even there, over the sound of the ocean those nutty roosters kept us up all night. The big commercial resort could not/ did not do anything to curb the roosters. I can't wear earplugs, but got used to the roosters eventually. The only downside to the cottage is that the hot tub uses up most of the deck which leaves very little room for a little cafe table. The table is sufficient for a meal, but there's no place to lounge on the deck. There is a great hammock in the lawn, lawn chairs, matts etc. We used the tub one evening since it was there, but it had to be heated all day. If you're only on the island for a week you'll likely be out all day anyway.

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible
We loved this place from the moment we arrived. The location is incredible with a secluded beach thats a short ways away. The cottage was fully stocked with everything that we needed especially the kitchen (we love cooking). The water heater broke down one morning and bruce had it fixed super quick (thanks bruce!) The back yard is well maintained and very private. We had such a good time. We hope to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twin Hearts
We were welcomed from the first day to the end of our stay. Bruce and Cindy were incredible host and made us feel at home. It was everything we had hoped it would be.
Stayed 33 nights in Sep 2024