If you want serenity, a feeling of old Hawaii, and a base to explore the western portion of Kauai, Hale Alaula is for you. The 1930's plantation cottage, nicely updated with modern appliances and simple, attractive Hawaiian-style furnishings, sits in a cluster of five houses set back from the ocean. Grounds are spacious, so the cottage feels very private. Beach access is a very short walk down the road.
What we loved most about Hale Alaula were the breezes and sound of the ocean as we fell asleep. Since we rented in August, we were initially concerned about a lack of air conditioning, but this was definitely not an issue.
Although we never actually met Kendall, she responded to our communications quickly and appropriately. She had the cottage open and waiting for our arrival, so check-in was very, very easy.