My husband and I loved our week in Haena staying at the Ipo Cottage. The back patio (lanai) backs up to tropical jungle views and it's as advertised, just 100 steps to an awesome private beach on the North Shore. It was an amazing home base to explore Kauai’s best beaches and hikes, including the Na Pali Trail. We’ve stayed in Princeville once before but really love this part of Kauai due to its remote location but also being so close to all the great restaurants in Hanalei Bay. For those looking to visit the north shore of Kauai without the hustle of the resort areas like Princeville, than you’ll love the privacy and lushness of the property!!
We loved the outdoor shower and grilling fresh fish on the back lanai. The Dolphin restaurant in Hanalei has excellent fresh catch. The kitchen is stocked for cooking as well – but we preferred exploring all the restaurant options in Hanalei Town – and the local restaurant just 5 minutes down the road! Our favorite beach, Tunnels is only 5 minutes away and we loved swimming with the sea turtles. Our hosts were top notch and have some excellent tips for restaurants and food as well. The cottage is perfect for couples looking to relax and recharge. Highly recommend!!