Location: Volcano, Puna District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (1.5 miles from Volcanoes National Park.)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Beautiful Cottage / House
"Volcano Hale Mauka" Is your own private(non-smoking) Hawiian Plantation style rainforest cottage nestled within the Ohia and ancient GIANT Hapu'u fern trees. Beautiful 10 foot cedar tongue and groove ceilings through-out the cottage. Large windows in every room allow beautiful rainforest veiws. Sit outside with a cup of Kona coffee on our beautiful lanai and listen to song birds welcome you here. This house is located 1.5 miles from the famous Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. You are a step away from the many wonders it has to offer. View Lava flowing into the sea! A chance in a life time! Hike through the caldera and explore lava tubes.
There is a nice golf course within 5 miles. No need for golf clubs, Hale Mauka has them. The bicycles that are here are yours to ride to the village nearby. Volcano Village is an artist community and there are art galleries to explore. On Sunday, the Farmers Market near the village is a fun place to check out. You can pick up fresh grown veggies for your stay.
You will love cooking in this fully equipt kitchen! The cottage is set up on a whole house water filter rainwater system, which provides the best drinking water ever! You will even shower and wash your cloths in filtered rainwater. The cottage is also set up with a hot-water on demand system. You will never run out of hot water here at Hale Mauka!
There are restaurants in the Village that offer fine dining. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park "Volcano House" offer tables that have views the caldera of Kilauea below.
Hale Mauka comes with Kayaks to explore Hilo Bay or head towards Kona and Kayak with dolphins. There are masks and snorkels and boggie boards to use to see the wonders of life under the sea. Richarson beach in Hilo has a great beach for laying around on the sand and swimming with turtles. There is a fishing pole to use to fish nearby. No fishing licence required here. The famous Black Sands Beach is only 25 minutes away from Hale Mauka. You might want to drive to the top of Mauna Kea (4-wheel drive required) to an elevation of almost 14,000 feet or check out Mauna Loa. They both have observatories, what a view!
Come home to soak and relax with a glass of wine in the 100 gallon Japanese style soaking tub while gazing out into your own private Rainforest. This bathroom offers a seperate shower also.
Did I mention, A kingsize tempur-pedic mattress that will lull you away for the best sleep ever.
There is so much to do on the Big Island! Your stay here at "Volcano Hale Mauka" has it all for a wonderful adventure on the Big Island.
It's like having your own private cottage in the rainforest! We give you the privacy you deserve but we are always available to help and answer your questions. Come to Volcano Hale Mauka and ENJOY!! Everything in and at Hale Mauka is top of the line..
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : Kitchen dish rags and towels, beach towels, bath towels etc..
- Covered Parking : For two vehicles
- Wood Stove : Jotul wood burning stove, firewood provided
- Beds
- King Bed : A Tempur-Pedic Mattress will give you the best sleep ever! quality bed sheets and pillows.
- Queen Bed : A pillow top mattress for comfort, with quality bedsheets and pillows.
- Double Bed : Hale Mauka has a queen blow up mattress and 2 new twin size futons. The dining area can be used as a third sleeping area.
- Twin/Single Bed : 2 new twin size futons. These futons are the kind you lay on the floor.
- Crib : new pack and play playpen and new highchair
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : We have two flat screen TV's #1 in frontroom is a 42" and #2 in dining area is a 18". Both have DVD players.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : 100's of new and classic movies to choose from, for adult and children entertainment.
- CD Player
- Music Library : Some music available, you should bring your favorite music.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Fully equipt kitchen with juicer, George Foreman grill, blender, coffee grinder, toaster, coffee maker, rice cooker, etc. Everything you need and more!
- Cooking Utensils Provided : stainless steel pots and pans and crockpot, rice cooker, and more. Everything you need to cook with.
- Refrigerator : side by side, with ice maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : stainless steel cooking station barbeque.
- Deck/Patio : Front lanai is rooming and has wonderful views of the rainforest in every direction!
- Balcony : outdoor area where the barbeque is located is rooming and peaceful!
- Lanai : Our Lanai offers you the privacy to enjoy the sounds of nature.
- View/Location
- Monument View : surrounded by the enchanted rain forest and wildlife. The Volcanoes National Park is your neighbor!
- Communications
- Telephone : no long distance available, local calls unlimited, verizon has good service here for cell phones.
- Broadband Internet : We have Roadrunner service.
- Other Amenities
- Our kitchen has what you need to cook any wonderful meal that you might desire! Plus there is toilet paper and paper towels and shampoos and conditioner and bath soaps and so much more! There is just too much to mention. If you need something, you will probably find it at Hale Mauka. Boggie boards, Kayaks, snorkel gear, adult and childrens bikes, golf clubs, etc. etc etc.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : We like to keep our cottage animal hair free for the senitive guests.
- Kid Friendly : childrens board games, and movies, bikes. Kids love Hale Mauka!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : We rent to adults 25 years and older, UNLESS ARRANGED PRIOR TO RESERVATIONS.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park offers free guided tours through the park and Lava tubes. There is a beautiful Natural soothing Volcanically heated pool 35 minutes from Hale Mauka. Five minutes from the heated pool is a vast area of interconnected tide-pools for endless snorkeling possibilities. There are many Waterfalls in the Hilo area. Walk to view the Lava flowing into the sea. Volcano also has Birdwatching--There are 6+ restaurantes in Volcano, From Fine dining to Thai (which is also fine!!) The Park often has live Theater or Concerts-as well as weekly "After Dark in the Park" talks. Sunday's we have our "renown" Farmer's Market. This Artist Community also offers presentations, workshops, and open studios's. Within 30-45min there is swimming, fishing, zoo, bike rentals, shopping, movie theaters, more museums, beach
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Last Miinute Special..$130.00 up to 4 guest for stays within the next 2 weeks.
SPECIAL .. $130.00/NT up to 2 guest
Add $15.00/nt per person for more then 2 guest
SPECIAL: Stay 4 nights- We pay the cleaning.
25% (non-refundable)is require upon booking. This will secure your travel dates.
Balance is due 30 days prior to arrival.
$50.00 cleaning fee with less then four nights.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2004
In 2004 we retired and moved to Hawaii to build our dream cottage. We found this amazing property in the rainforest of Volcano. We created a private drive into the property so that we could build our cottage right in the middle of the huge fern trees. This is the only dwelling on this property and is very private. You can not see any other house from the inside of the house or sitting out on the lanai. Every detail was thought out while we built Hale Mauka, from the deep soaking tub with a rainforest view to large windows in every room. Hale Mauka was built with love and creativity. We love sharing our home with guest from around the world! Welcome to our Hale Mauka.. We hope you enjoy our Hale as we do.. We are now building a second home in South Kona..
Property Photos
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- Volcano Hale Mauka Welcomes you! Taken October 2011 - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Private driveway entrance to Hale Mauka.. A place of your own! - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- 10 ft ceilings through-out the house and maple floors. Warm and inviting! - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Beautiful Maple Cabinets and everything needed to cook that perfect meal!
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- Your private dinning room with rain forest viewing and flat screen tv!
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- Bedroom #1 Master bedroom, Giant Ferns Trees for viewing out every window!
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- # 2 bedroom with a Queen size pillow top mattress. Look at those Fern Trees!
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- This is a soaking tub for 2! Picture doesn't do it justice. Very private view!
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- Large lanai across front of house. Just viewing the rainforest! Very Private..
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- Enjoy that morning coffee or evening glass of wine listening to the song birds.
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- A place to grill that morning catch, outside on the back lanai.
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- take a walk through a local lava tube! What a experience!
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- We walked out to see the lava July once in a lifetime experience!!
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- Inside of Volanoes National Park, "Halema'uma'u"
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- Black Sands Beach 25 minutes from Hale Mauka, there are always turtles.
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- Volcanically Heated Pool 91-95 degrees So So relaxing!!
Traveler Reviews (58)
Charming place
Guest: Brian
(Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 12/12/11
Review Submitted: 01/31/12
This was our second trip to Hale Mauka. The house is a peaceful retreat, tucked back in the rainforest from a small street, with lots of wood inside, high ceilings, a large soaking tub, great beds and a great fireplace (Volcano can get cold at night). We chose to spend one of our days just decompressing there. You are close to Volcano Village for restaurants, and only a mile or so from NVP. (We were still on Pacific Time, and so it was easy to wake up at 5am and take the short drive up to Jaggar Museum to see the orange glow of the crater -- my 6-year old son loves this.) You're also not too far from Hilo, maybe about 45 minutes, and so it's a good base to explore there. Don't forget to look through the book of activities -- we bizarrely found a great nearby spa where my wife got a Hawaiian-style massage.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Nothing less than 5 stars!!
Guest: anonymous
(Michigan)
Date of Stay: 11/02/11
Review Submitted: 12/14/11
There is a reason this beautiful rental keeps getting 5 stars and top reviews...it is exactly as portrayed both in pictures and description. The owners have made this a "home" for you and thought of ALL you might need in your vacation "home" (you just provide the groceries). It is very close to the entrance of the national park and convenient to touring the East side of The Big Island. Please read the reviews for they are are all spot on with their reviews and advice.The house is extremely clean with a very comfortable Tempurpedic king bed in the master bedroom and all the "little" things that can make a vacation that much more enjoyable.This was our first VRBO rental and we were very happy.You will not be disappointed with this roomy yet cozy selection in Volcano.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Awesome
Guest: Mike
(Laie, Oahu)
Date of Stay: 11/13/11
Review Submitted: 12/08/11
Diana and Rob: Sorry for the latency in my review. Our stay was so relaxing and comfortable thanks to your wonderful home. Beautiful surroundings, clean, well equipped, outstanding furnishings, everything worked as advertised, we couldn't come close to utilizing everything provided in our short stay. Volcano National Park in itself would be enough reason to stay here, but the location and accessibility to Highway 11 makes it a perfect homebase to explore all that "Big Island" has to offer. Hope to return sometime soon. Mahalo nui loa for all your help and guidance. Mike ,Stella and Clint
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Great Stay
Guest: Tiffany_234
(Kentucky)
Date of Stay: 10/18/11
Review Submitted: 11/06/11
We stayed at Hale Mauka for 4 nights after spending 5 nights in Kona. One thing that stands out about the rental is how well stocked it is. Everything we needed was right there such as menus from local restaurants, childrens toys, beach gear, flash lights, jackets, laundry detergent, pots, pans, spices, shampoo, etc. The owners have even put together their own guidebook with pictures and handdrawn maps. We enjoyed the park including the Kilauea Iki Hike, the Chain of Craters Road, and the amazing glow at night from the Jaggar Museum (which is reason enough to stay in the area). We also hiked to the green sand beach (really windy, not as green as we pictured it, but pretty and unique), played golf at the Volcano Golf Course, and took our 18 month old son to the toddler beach in Hilo. We wanted to take a day trip to Puna, but needed one more day. Everything about the house was clean and in great condition. We loved how the house is nestled in the jungle, with a big porch and lots of windows to enjoy the view of the foliage. The kitchen was really nice, the beds were comfy, and the owners were great to work with. We have never stayed anywhere away from home and felt so at home.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Beautiful Hale Mauka
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/08/11
We spent four nights here at this excellent property. Every detail you can imagine was provided - the house had everything we could have hoped for or needed or imagined. The property is a beautiful hideaway in the volcano rainforest - only 1 mile from Volcano National Park. The black sand beach is also very close where we were lucky enough to see many sea turtles swimming in the waters with us. My family and I would highly recommend this vacation property - Diana and Rob were excellent hosts - and you can certainly tell how much thought and creativity went into making this the beautiful getaway that it is. Thank you so very much Diana and Rob for your thoughtful consideration! We will be back soon!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway.
WONDERFUL STAY!
Guest: Darcy
(Kennesaw, GA)
Date of Stay: 09/11/11
Review Submitted: 09/26/11
We stayed here for one week and absolutely loved it. Diana and Rob were there since we arrived early and we were very happy to get a chance to meet them. In all the many places that we have rented and stayed at I have never been in a rental so well equipped as this. It was just incredible! I usually have to take a good knife, knife sharpener, a good peeler, and some other cooking tools. I usually take spices, coffee filters, aluminum foil, etc. This home had it all!!! Even a guitar if you play with steel strings. I'm a classical guitar player so that didn't work for me. Beach towels were provided, tons of DVDs to watch in the evening, etc. Well I could go on and on. If you read the comments below, you'll realize all the other goodies that were made available to us! Since we were 3 adults, it was a bit of a challenge with one bathroom, but, there are 2 toilettes. hehe So, that was a good thing. I highly recommend anyone to stay here because you will love it! I hope to go back in the near future... Thanks again, Diana and Rob!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Perfect Hideaway
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/05/11
Review Submitted: 09/12/11
We recently needed some R & R after participation in the Queen Liliuokalani 18 mile Canoe Race in Kona. We love the Volcano Village and found the lovely Hale Mauka to be the perfect lodging. Every detail is seen to. The space is beautifully furnished, spotlessly clean and filled with any amenity you might need. Hidden off a quiet road in the midst of treeferns and ohia forest with yellow ginger blooming all around, you feel a million miles from the busy world. But, the Village is just a short distance away and has several lovely dining options, galleries and 2 general stores. The charming town of Hilo is not more than 20-25 minutes drive away and offers a wonderful feel of old Hawaii. We are familiar with the surrounding areas, but were not able this time to stay long enough to head down to Puna district and swim in the warm geothermal heated tidepools or hike into Kilauea Iki Crater in the Volcano Nat'l Park or enjoy many of the other opportunities that exist nearby. We just wanted to hideaway and relax in the Japanese soaking tub....perfect for our aching muscles....and watch movies and go for walks in the misty fern tree forest. We cannot recommend the quality and attention to detail that this cottage offers strongly enough. We are vacation owners and vrbo listors ourselves, so we know what it takes to offer this kind of accommodation. We are already planning our next visit and telling our friends. Mahalo for your warm welcome and allowing us to stay.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
What a find!
Guest: Travelers4
(Walnut Creek, CA )
Date of Stay: 08/05/11
Review Submitted: 08/20/11
We spent three nights at this property and loved it! It is very pretty; the house is nestled in the forest and feels very private. Lots of wildlife on the property. Well equiped with snorkels, bicycles, small kayaks, guide books & helpful advice. A mile or so drive to the "downtown" part of Volcano Villiage. If you intend to do your own cooking, it is a fairly long drive to a supermarket - come prepared! The kitchen is modern, high quality, with all major appliances and well stocked. The master bedroom is great, second bedroom is smaller - comfortable beds, nice bedding. Soaking tub in the bathroom was wonderful after a day of hiking in the park. Great selection of DVD's. Very clean. All in all, a fabulous place to stay. Highly recommend it!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Awesome!
Guest: EAM
(Maryland)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11
Review Submitted: 07/25/11
With all the wonderful reviews I thought it must be great but it was beyond my expectations and perfect in every way! A must stay if you are in the area and a great location to the National Park. A wonderful cottage/home with everything you need and more. You can tell the owners have focused on every detail and made this a super place to stay. We only stayed for two nights but I could have stayed forever! Thanks for sharing your beautiful home.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Wow - Truly Amazing. All the comforts of home!
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/29/11
Review Submitted: 06/27/11
One word - WOW! We've stayed in a few places on this side of the island and none have come close to "Hale Mauka". Such a beautiful home in such a beautiful & private setting. Everything we needed was here! So nice to have all of the "creature comforts" of home. A fully stocked kitchen, bathroom and laundry room. Great DVD collection. Bicycles, kayaks and snorkeling gear all await you! A great book giving you ideas of what to do in the area. If you are looking for a place to stay in Volcano, look no further! This is the place to stay!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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