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Waimea Plantation Cottages Kauai

Plantations were the core of Hawaiian life in the 1800s, the place where Polynesian, Asian, and European influences blended to form the unique local culture of contemporary Hawaii. The Waimea Plantation Cottages, hidden away on the quiet, western coast of the Garden Isle of Kauai, is a nostalgic glimpse into Hawaiian life as it used to be. Guests are invited to revisit those days and to enjoy an experience unlike any other in the islands.

This cluster of authentic sugar plantation homes, set in a peaceful coconut grove, has been carefully restored with period-inspired furniture and modern conveniences. Every cottage has a full kitchen and a front porch overlooking the grassy lawn, but each one also has a personality and decor all its own; the Hotel Rooms have a shared living and kitchen area.

The rural atmosphere entices visitors to conscientiously pick fruit and flowers from the onsite gardens or spend lazy afternoons swinging in hammocks, strolling the black sand beach, or taking a dip in the oceanfront pool. Private seaside cottages set amidst a 27-acrew coconut grove are reminiscent of the way Hawaii used to be. Each historic cottage has been fully restored with modern amenities and conveniences, including an in-room safe and a complete kitchen (except for the hotel room category).

Waimea Brewing Company offers distinctive brews and fun food treats at the gathering place under the palms on the grounds of Waimea Plantation Cottages. The "BrewPub" offers traditional pub fare with a creative multi-ethnic "plantation" flare.

Coconut trees rustle amid black-sand beaches and pretty gardens surrounding this former sugar plantation; set on 27 acres, these cottages offer quiet respite close to the entrance of Waimea Canyon. The 21st century meets Old Hawaiian charm, as a day spa, oceanfront swimming pool, sun deck, and spa tub top a list of amenities in addition to volleyball courts and two shuffleboard courts. Restored workers' cottages with large porches are reminiscent of bygone days, while modern amenities include thoroughly modern bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and shower stalls; VCRs and CD players.

Peace and quiet prevails at this spacious former plantation that avoids artificial, postcard-perfect grooming. Extra-tall coconut trees could be a century old. Pretty gardens surround the pastel-colored, wood cottages. A hen might usher her brood across the grand lawn-and-palm grove. The long, undeveloped beach was made for walking beside the blue Pacific. And snoozing on a cottage porch or in a lounge chair is inevitable.

On the oceanfront is a good-size pool surrounded by a large sunning deck that includes a hot tub. Nearby are two beach volleyball courts and two shuffleboard courts. A day spa occupies one of the cottages. These emblems of 21st-century pleasure unobtrusively blend with history. A little museum about the Waimea Sugar Mill Company, whose worker cottages guests occupy, is worth a visit.

Located in the sparsely populated, non-resort Waimea area, the plantation is ideally situated for exploring both West and South Kauai. The entrance to Waimea Canyon, the 3,000-foot-deep "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," is a few minutes' drive away. Polihale State Park, which encompasses Hawaii's longest beach, lies about one hour to the northwest. The famed Poipu Beach resort area is 30 minutes east. And the Waimea area itself includes many historic sites.

Situated on 27 acres of beachfront property, this resort offers 56 restored and modernized sugar-plantation cottages. Recalling 1930s and 1940s design, cottages are outfitted with period mahogany and wicker-and-rattan furniture, wood floors, upholstered seating, and updated kitchens. Thoroughly modern bathrooms include pedestal sinks, deep soaking tubs, and separate, roomy shower stalls. VCRs and CD players are included, as is dial-up Internet access (surcharge; guests should request in advance to activate phone lines). Maid service is every third day. Cottages are cooled by ceiling fans.

One Bedroom:

Grove View & Ocean View

One queen bed. Cottage faces coconut grove in resort's center. Mahogany and wicker-and-rattan furniture, wood floors, upholstered furniture with 1930s and 1940s design in restored and modernized cottage. Fully equipped kitchen. Updated bathroom with pedestal sink, deep soaking tub, large separate shower stall. VCR, CD player. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Maid service every third day. Ceiling fan.

Two Bedroom:

Ocean View

One queen bed in first bedroom, and two twin beds in second bedroom. Large porch with ocean view. Mahogany and wicker-and-rattan furniture, wood floors, upholstered furniture with 1930s and 1940s design. Full kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, oven, dishwasher, coffeemaker, cookware, dinnerware, and utensils. Two bathrooms with pedestal sink, deep soaking tub, and large separate shower stall. Cable TV with VCR and CD player. Voice mail. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Maid service every third day. In-room safe. Ceiling fan. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board.

Three Bedroom:

Ocean View

One queen bed in first bedroom, one queen bed in second bedroom, two twin beds in third bedroom. Large porch with ocean view. Mahogany and wicker-and-rattan furniture, wood floors, upholstered furniture with 1930s and 1940s design. Full kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, oven, dishwasher, coffeemaker, cookware, dinnerware, and utensils. Two bathrooms with pedestal sink, deep soaking tub, and large separate shower stall. Cable TV with VCR and CD player. Voice mail. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Maid service every third day. In-room safe. Ceiling fan. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board.
 

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