Location: Volcano, Puna District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Minutes from Volcano Village,National Park,& Golf Course.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: House/cottage
Decorated with original art by local artists and filled with charm and warmth, we know your every need will be met. Enjoy cooking in our spacious, fully equipped Bistro style kitchen, or order in and go straight for the Jacuzzi bathtub in its own private bathhouse. Watch a movie while cuddled up in the comfortable living room. Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep in our super cozy beds. In the morning awake to the sounds of the local birds as they play in the surrounding fern forest. Have your coffee on one of our three lanais (decks) while you decide on which adventure to do for the day.
Our cottage lends itself to anyone looking for a truly peaceful, relaxing getaway. Whether it's finishing that novel, sketching, playing guitar in the morning sun, enjoying the sounds of the forest with a glass of wine, or simply doing nothing, our cottage is definitely for you!
We are the Dennis family. Mike and Carol Dennis with our son Cory and his wife Kristen. We have lived here on the Big Island of Hawaii for many years. We love travel, art, music, and nature, and hope this is reflected in "Fern Tree Hideaway".
Having stayed at many Inns ourselves throughout the years, we know from experience that it's the little things that make a big difference. We have a personal interest in making sure our cottage is a true haven for you.
As a family we personally remodeled and decorated Fern Tree Hideaway.It is a perfect blend of old meets new and we plan to keep it in the family for years to come.Our cottage sits alone on a half acre of very lush forest.It truly is a hideaway.We love this cottage and want to share it with you!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : two floor futon beds.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Bubble baths and lotions provided
- Cable/Satellite TV : 33 inch flat screen T.V
- DVD
- Video Library : Good selection of old and brand new DVDs.
- CD Player
- Music Library : Good mix of CDs.Also an ipod/iphone charging dock with speakers
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : We have a fully stocked kitchen including such items as a rice cooker,crock pot,blender,espresso machine,butter warmers,etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : We also have an espresso machine and coffee grinder
- Refrigerator : Full size refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Our main deck has full size gas barbeque. Plenty of space! Great for entertaining.
- Balcony : The upstairs balcony gets great morning and noon sun. Perfect for reading and relaxing.
- Lanai
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- hairdryer,iron and ironing board,baby gate,children's books and games,boogie board,beach towels,umbrellas,flashlights,maps,gude books,binder of local activities and maps.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : No pets inside, but outside is ok.
- Kid Friendly : We have many children's books and games as well as a baby gate.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fall rates= $145/2nts, $135/3-5nts, $125/6nts or more.7th nt free
RATE stated is FOR TWO guests. Additional guest will be $8 each/nt.
50% of total stay due Upon Booking to Hold Reservation.
Balance Due Upon Arrival.
Cleaning Fee is a One Time Charge of $59.
13.45% Hawaii GE & Accommodation Tax Will Be Added.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Why the Owner Chose Volcano
Volcano has got to be one of the most beautiful places in the world.Our family used to live in Kailua Kona and loved coming to Volcano to escape the heat.So eventually we decided to buy a family home that we could use for weekends and such.We did not use it as often as we should have so decided to share it with everyone and make it a vacation rental.
The Unique Benefits at this House
When staying at our house we love having a big family dinner.The kitchen has plenty of room for prepping and the bar top is perfect for visiting while guest drink wine.During the Summer months we eat outside and during the winter we eat in the dining room and follow dinner with a good hand of cards and then maybe a movie.
A special treat is filling the bathhouse with candles and enjoying a long hot soak at the end of an activity filled day.
With so many windows looking out into the forest we always see plenty of rare Hawaiian birds.
Owner's Map of Volcano
Our family has lived in Hawaii for over 17 years.We love the Ocean(We own a kayak company in Kona on the East side) and we love traveling.Currently we all live in the Puna district and are enjoying our small family farm.Currently we have chickens,pigs ,South down baby doll sheep ,cats, dogs and much more to come.
When the weather is good we love tending to our vegetable gardens or painting "plein air".
Property Photos
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- Our charming entry deck - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Hand cleared path to "hidden" cottage - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Covered walkway out to jetted bathtub in private bath house - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Entry Hall
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- Spacious living room with electric fireplace
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- Stairway to upstairs
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- Spacious bistro style kitchen
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- Cheery dining room with great morning sun
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- Looking from dining area towards living room
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- "Orchid Room" With king size bed,down comforter & down bed topper
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- "Orchid Room" with sky lights and private half bath
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- "Blue Room" With skylights and private sun deck
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- Another view of Blue Room
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- Pamper yourself while enjoying the tropical rainforest setting
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- Reading corner in living room with beautiful views
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- Out side dining/barbecue area
Traveler Reviews (22)
October stay at the Hideaway
Guest: Woodsy
(Berlin,Md.,USA)
Date of Stay: 10/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
We spent two nights in Kristen & Family's house that were just as spectacular as our first stay two years ago. We still say WOW ! The house is beautiful , tidy , and well appointed. Comfortable beds , fresh fruit , and all the charm you can imagine ! The pics just don't do it justice !! Woodsy & Mary Carol J-W
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Wow, Wow, Wow!
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 10/15/11
I couldn't believe my eyes when I first arrived and walked along the jungle path from my car to the cottage. Incredible! The jungle literally envelopes the cottage. The property is almost completely covered with jungle foliage, except for the carport, jungle path and where the cottage/bathhouse are. The fern trees surrounding the cottage were very large and beautiful to look at. You could walk out on the upstairs deck in the morning and see the top of the fern tree canopy, and look out any window to see nothing but jungle. The interior had a very classy rustic charm, and was clean and nicely decorated. Very cosy. I especially liked the railings made of twisted varnished twisted wood. We were provided fresh fruit and 5 gallons of drinking water. The kitchen had everything we needed. The bath house, which is separate from the cottage, was a very unique experience. It has a couple of windows, however, the owners have added window covers, which was good choice for those of us who don't like feeling exposed while bathing. For others, it provides the opportunity to feel like you are bathing/showering in a jungle by simply pulling them aside. Finally, making arrangements with Kristen was very easy and straightforward. She is very friendly and answered all of my questions. The payment process went over without a hitch.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Charming and Cozy in the Forest
Guest: M.Kurtz
(Paso Robles)
Date of Stay: 10/03/11
Review Submitted: 10/14/11
We just wanted to thank you again for our wonderful stay at your lovely home.Everywhere we looked the house was filled with details that showed us how much you really care.This being our second time at your home we did notice a few new things which is always fun.(We loved the new sunset painting and the one in the blue room!) Still one of our very favorite things is bird watching.From your living room we were able to see an "Apapene,Amakihi,Akepa and Iiwi.What a treat to be so immersed in nature yet a few minutes from town.So hold our spot next year.We will be back! The Kurtz Fam
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Charming Views in the Rain Forest
Guest: Karen
(Cheverly, Maryland)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
We had a terrific time in Volcano Village at the Fern Tree Hideaway in mid August. This is a fun cottage in the forest. It is really is in the middle of ferns, and as this August was very wet, it was sparkling green. A caution about getting out of the driveway; be careful to avoid the utility pole amongst all the greenery! However once inside this charming cottage, you really are transported to the forest. The kitchen and dining area got a lot of use and we found everything we needed. The main bath was down a covered bridge as pictured and the half bath is really part of the master bed room. The 2nd bedroom lanai leads to the half bath, otherwise you go outside to the main bath, still under cover if it is raining. It can be chilly but the beds were comfortable and there were adequate blankets. Wireless worked well and we enjoyed a couple movies in house as well. Big Island is big, so except for Volcano National Park (5 minutes away) most sites are 45 minutes (Hilo) or 2+ hours (Hawi, Kona, Waimea), but not much more than that. We found it quite a convenient location and gourmet restaurants in Volcano as well as Hilo. Kristen was very helpful. We had a terrific visit.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
My family and I could not be more happy!
Guest: Happy in the rainforest
(Boulder ,Co)
Date of Stay: 07/11/11
Review Submitted: 07/13/11
The house was beautiful and perfect for our family of four.My kids loved all the childrens books and games and now I want a bathhouse just like Fern Trees.I felt like I was in the middle of the exotic forest yet close enough to all the things we wanted to do.At the end of a long day of hiking it was such a treat to come "home" to your Fern Tree house.It really felt like we were in a good friends really nice second home.We loved all the oil paintings and special touches.My only regret is that we had stayed longer.I recommend to families to stay at least three nights.There is so much to see and do in Volcano. Thank you!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Cute house and setting
Guest: Virginia
(Virginia)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 07/05/11
The owners were so easy to work with and very responsive to my questions. The house made us smile when we first arrived. It is very cute and seems like it is truly hidden. The furniture is comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked, and with the provided directions it was easy to find. The first day was warm so we opened a few windows. There are no screens though, so we ended up with bugs. The other days were much cooler so we did not run into that again. If it was hot though, the no screens would be a problem. My other worry was there are no window coverings. I know its isolated and no one could get thru the jungle....but still, showering in front of a picture window with no drape was a little unnerving. The bedroom has no shades either but it upstairs so peeking was not as much a concern as the light filling the room at sunrise. Thankfully I had a sleeping mask so I didn't have to get up with the roosters. The kitchen had all the utensils you'll need to cook, but be aware there is no dishwasher. I had not noticed that on the description. Also the bathroom is completely separated from the house. It is nice and kind of charming, but with young children that would be a dealbreaker for me. Nice artwork on the walls, plenty of towels, comfy beds with plenty of quilts, great location near the restaurants and the park. First VRBO rental and I was nervous, but the owners were great, and the house was a quiet, nice place to stay near Volcano.
Owner response:Hi Katie, Thank you for your thoughtful review.I will take note of your suggestions.As a rental owner we always encourage our guest to express their honest opinion.I am glad you had a good stay and found our house to be cozy.We do hope you come again! Aloha, Kristen and family
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing.
Great Hideaway
Guest: Charles17
(Denver)
Date of Stay: 02/06/11
Review Submitted: 02/13/11
Just got back from a three night stay and we just wanted to stay what a pleasure it was to stay at your home. The house is beautiful(lots of custom touches) and such easy access to the Volcano. Highly recommended. Charles
Owner response:Thank you Charles! We are so happy you enjoyed our house and Volcano town.Please come again. Mahalo, Kristen and Family
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fabulous!
Guest: carrie
(Calgary)
Date of Stay: 11/01/10
Review Submitted: 11/16/10
My husband, 8 month old baby and I recently stayed here for two short nights. The house is spectacular! It really feels like a home away from home for all the right reasons. The house is stocked like it's the owners' second home-- from the kitchen to the bath and DVD/CD collections, we really felt spoiled. The owners even went out of their way to buy a baby gate for us to use! (Sadly, baby didn't crawl until we hit Maui!). The Fern Tree Hideaway really is spectacular-- even better that pictured!
Owner response:I'm so glad to hear how much you enjoyed your stay.It especially makes my family happy to hear that you felt our house was like a home away from home.You are always welcome back. Mahalo, Kristen and Family
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Just as wonderful the second time!
Guest: RCK&M
(Niwot CO)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10
Review Submitted: 07/30/10
After our trip two years ago, our family was in total agreement that we HAD to stay here again. This rental was just as good the second time around! The cottage has so many windows to the outside that you feel like you are in the forest. Factor in the welcoming touches including the bowl of fresh fruit and you truly feel the aloha spirit that we mainlanders love to experience. We will definitely stay here again on our next visit to the Big Island!
Owner response:Thanks so much!! We love having you guys and really do hope to have you come again next year.....the fresh fruit and flowers will be waiting ;-) Aloha, Kristen
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Great choice !
Guest: Corrie V
(Leiden, Netherlands)
Date of Stay: 01/25/10
Review Submitted: 02/19/10
The Fern Tree Hideaway is a great choice: an idyllic spot in the jungle, a cottage furnished with style and care. Village and Volcano National Park are very close: no need for more.
Owner response:Thankyou!! We hope come back next year.You are always welcome.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
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