View from the loft of the living room w/ fold down couch and teak breakfast bar.
Location: Volcano, Puna District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Kilauea Rainforest Retreat 30 min from Hilo and beaches) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: House, Kilauea, rain forest, Retreat, 2 bedroom, vacation, home, Hawaii, big island, spring special, jungle, video,
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This house (Built in 2003) is located in one of the last high-altitude rain forests in the U.S. centrally located, near the village of Volcano (altitude approx. 3600 ft) four miles from the entrance of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in the heart of the Big Island of Hawaii. Only 30 minutes from Hilo and 2 hours from Kona .
The house is decorated with island art and comfortable seating areas. Your every need will be met. Enjoy creating your meals in our well equipped, well lit kitchen or dine out at one of the many restaurants in Volcano Village or inside the Volcanoes National Park. From fine dining to casual there's something for everyone's taste and budget. Enjoy a glass of wine in the evening while gazing at the immense star filled sky or the romantic outside lighted ferns from the floor to ceiling windows in the living room. Cuddle up in comfort in the living room & watch a movie or listen to any number of music channels from the satellite TV or your own Ipod connected to the stereo system. Then enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep in our luxurious beds. This is where you will find a truly peaceful, relaxing getaway.
In the morning have your coffee on the lanai (deck) with the sounds of the local birds playing in the surrounding fern forest while you consider your days adventure from the numerous list of options provided in our introduction email.
This house consists of a downstairs bedroom with queen size bed, spacious living room with cathedral ceiling and full sized convertible sofa, complete kitchen and a tiled bathroom with a luxurious spa-size tub with private views into the forest.
This property is very private. You can not see any neighbors due to the very dense tropical rain forest.
There is a roomy upstairs bedroom with a full size bed and a futon. The upstairs bedroom is accessed from the living room by way of a securely fastened ships ladder.
We are located only four miles from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park This is where you can view the steam vents and explore lava tubes. Some are located closer to Hilo which is all part of the same series of tubes carved out 500-700 years ago. I can provide you with information on visiting the best lava tubes on the island. For more volcano information click on the link to our web site below.
In Volcano Village about three minutes away you can be enjoying one of our many charming restaurants, shops or art galleries. Volcanoes National Park and surrounding areas have many beautiful hikes to choose from. Don’t forget to visit the Volcano Winery and take in a round of golf at the Volcano Golf & Country Club.
The Old Town of Hilo with its Historic Tsunami Museum and bay front shopping, glorious parks and waterfalls and snorkeling beaches are a short thirty minute drive North of Volcano. Thirty minutes in the opposite direction heading South of Volcano is one of the Big Island of Hawaii's best beaches, Punalu'u Black sand beach. It is known for its green sea turtles and beautiful black sand.
There is no where else you will find a community as charming and creative as Volcano Village. Hanging around the quaint Volcano Village restaurants and chatting with the locals is a great way to see and feel the Island aloha spirit. There is a mix of artists, musicians, writers and more. Be sure to make it to the local farmers market held every Sunday morning.
If you love orchids there is an orchid growing warehouse just down the highway called Akatsuka Orchid Gardens. They have some of the world’s rarest and most unusual orchids. A feast of color for the eyes.
At Richardson Bay 30 minutes from the house in Hilo There are beaches with great snorkeling. This area is great for bringing the kids. There are a lot more things to do and see, there are water falls, botanical gardens, lava flows into the ocean (when active) and great restaurants.
I can provide you with more info on all that and much more when you book your stay with us. As an added bonus there are no mosquitoes in this area because of it's a cooler climate.
Your host is located near-by. Should you have any special needs or requests, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Open the doors and let the cool tropical breezes in.
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Washer and dryer are in an outside attached room. Private.
- Dryer : Washer and dryer are in an outside attached room. Private.
- Off Street Parking : Long driveway and ample parking. Set back from the street that gets little traffic. Very Private.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed : This is in the downstairs bedroom.
- Double Bed : This is in the upstairs roomy loft
- Twin/Single Bed : There is a twin futon upstairs and a full sized convertible couch in the living room
- Convertible Bed
- Crib : Graco
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : There is a small TV in the upstairs bedroom that has a VHS player built in. This is great for kids or a late night movie in bed. here are the titles I have. Titanic, Little Mermaid, Midnight Express, Pulp Fiction, The banger sisters, Tears for fears live from Santa Barbara, Castaway, Analyze that, Three kings, Panic, Road house, Earth wind & fire-shining stars, Executive decision, Bringing down the house, The mummy, The matrix collector's edition, Howard's end, Caddy Shack, Underwater Hawaii Maui May 10 1999.
- CD Player
- Music Library : Bring your own Ipod and connect it to our stereo with the handy connector provided. Fits most personal listening devices.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Coffee maker and Bean Grinder, Blender, Microwave, Toaster.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Full set of cookware/bakeware including cheese grater, colander & Mini Cuisinart.
- Refrigerator : Refrigerator is dorm sized. Plenty of room for orange juice, milk, eggs, beer, wine. Not big enough for a turkey dinner! Minimal freezer space just enough room for ice cream. The restaurants around volcano are excellent!
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Large patio with table and two chairs over looking the private front yard.
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa volcanoes can be seen on a clear day from the upstairs bedroom
- Communications
- Telephone : Simple telephone available no long distance. Verizon works great here.
- Broadband Internet : A cable is provided for if you cannot configure your computer for WiFi
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Ready to go.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Sorry due to the quarantine of animals when coming into Hawaii You would be back home before your pet ever leaves quarantine. :)
- Kid Friendly : This home can sleep 4 adults comfortably with enough sleeping space for 3 younger children. Use caution when deciding whether to put young children in the upstairs bedroom. The ladder is very sturdy and affixed to the wall but very steep.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Person renting this place must be 25 or older
- Smoking Not Allowed : No Smoking is allowed anywhere on the property. Thank you for your cooperation.
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Lava flow viewing when active, Steam vents, Lava tube exploring, Scenic drives, Rain forest, Thermal hot ponds
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$125/night 2 night min. 4-5 nights $115/nt.
$105.00 per night for 6 or more nights.
Hawaii State Taxes 12% will be added to All Rates.
Special rates are available for longer stays.
Cleaning fee is $75.00.
Security Deposit $250.00.
Min holiday stay is 3 nights
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Volcano
I love this area of the Big Island. The temperature is perfect most of the time. The idea that the land around here is new and more land is being created all the time is fascinating to me. I could watch the lava flow for hours. I also can't get enough of snorkeling on the islands. The sea life here is absolutely amazing. I'm not sure which I love more.
Come and experience it for yourself. I will be happy to share the wonders of the Big Island with you so that you will go home knowing you have had the best vacation of your life.
The Unique Benefits at this House
I think the best thing I like about the house is the peace and quiet. The variety of birds and their songs are so beautiful. Listen for them at the end of the video. Mornings are the best sitting on the lanai drinking tea. The variety of plants and flowers will amaze you as they do me as I learn what will grow in this area! Something is always blooming. And the stargazing OMG the stargazing!
This is a great spot to stop when you are hungry after (or before ) visiting volcano national park. Two of us shared a pesto pizza. Since we were both fairly light eaters, it was perfect for us. Someo
315 Makaala Street, #109, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720 Read the reviews...http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g60583-d539482-r25671878-Hilo_Bay_Cafe-Hilo_Island_of_Hawaii_Hawaii.html
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A good place for lunch Or picnic food for a Volcano Trip.
Akatsuka Orchid Gardens is a world class orchid nursery and specialty gift shop located in Volcano Hawaii. Admission is free to the public.
Owner's Map of Volcano
I've been a business owner for an ever growing Residential and Commercial cleaning company for the last 10 years. I have cleaned other owners vacation rentals during that time and decided that was where I needed to invest my savings. I'm adventurous and I love life!
Property Photos
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- View from the loft of the living room w/ fold down couch and teak breakfast bar. - Volcano, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Romantic nights await relaxing in a quiet rainforest oasis. - Volcano, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- This Living room will delight you with lighted rainforest.views at night. - Volcano, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Well equipped kitchen to create and enjoy your Hawaiian meals
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- A hot water heater big enough to fill this comfortable two person tub.
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- Warm and cozy bedding await your peaceful nights sleep. No Coqui Frogs here.
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- See a view of the garden through the sliding glass door to the left of the bed
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- Dining table options for breakfast or dinner.
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- Well equipped kitchen to create and enjoy your Hawaiian meals
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- Upstairs loft includes Full bed and signal futon.
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- Private lanei at the front of the house with comfy lounge chairs too.
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- We provide a directory of info to lead you to all the best experiences.
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- Take a stroll through the gardens
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- Visit Mauna Kea Observatories
Traveler Reviews (21)
Great Place, Great Location
Guest: TKPK
(Washington DC)
Date of Stay: 01/02/12
Review Submitted: 01/22/12
This adorable little house is exactly as advertised. It is a lovely space inside and out. My husband, two sons and I stayed there for two nights in January, and enjoyed the proximity to Volcano Park and to the town of Volcano. The owner was easy to deal with before, during and after, and was very-prompt in returning our deposit. We just wish we could have stayed a few more days.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful stay
Guest: Dan&Laura
(Victoria, BC)
Date of Stay: 01/12/12
Review Submitted: 01/19/12
Great secluded property. Everything was as described by the owner. Loved the exterior lighting at night. Recommend bringing a couple bottles of good wine! ;)
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Volcano Village Retreat
Guest: Family
(Portland, OR, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11
Review Submitted: 01/15/12
Lovely house, very clean and well-equipped with lots of extras, and very convenient, with very well-written instructions and detailed tips for sight seeing. Kids loved sleeping in the large loft area.Owner very helpful and responsive. Perfect location for sight seeing Kilauea volcano area, also not far from Hilo, Black Sand beach and Green Sand beach.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Peaceful and Relaxing
Guest: Gary, Kim and Kellan
(Eugene, OR)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 11/11/11
From the moment we walked in the door, we felt at home. The setting is completely serene. At night, we enjoyed listening to the rain....so peaceful!! The location was really great...we spent a couple of days exploring the park, a day to explore Hilo and the NE coast and a fantastic day exploring the Puna district.....I can't believe this is the least visited area of the island....everyone should explore this area!!! We loved Volcano and the Lava Rock Cafe. And, the pumpkin bread at the general store is out of this world. Tracy, Thank You so much for sharing your beautiful home. Our 7 year old son loved the loft bedroom and the HUGE tub! It was hard to leave the peace and serenity of this beautiful place! We hope to return soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Secluded Rainforest House
Guest: Nikki
(Santa Cruz, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/28/11
Review Submitted: 02/16/11
Gated house set into the lush, dense rainforest offers a private retreat that no other hotel would be able to offer. The house is lovely, clean and features huge window views of the rainforest. My favorite is the furnished, covered deck where I spent each morning drinking my coffee, eating breakfast and listening to the birds talk. The yard is well landscaped with a banana tree in front, the bananas weren't ripe when I was there but they might be now. The shower was like nothing I'd ever seen before. It's an open concept shower that also offers views of the rainforest. We traveled with one other couple who occupied the loft. There was plenty of room for all of us. The stairs to the loft are rather steep, much like a ladder so those who have difficulty climbing ladder/stairs should be advised. Each day we made scenic day trips. We visited the Volcano National Park taking the hike through the steam and sulfur vents, drove to the crater and visited both Visitor Centers where we talked to the guides and walked through the Thurston Lava Tube. That night we attempted to go Lava Viewing on the coast but due to recent flows we could not get to the beach area where lava was entering the water but we waiting until nightfall to watch the hillside light up with lava pockets and a ranger brought lava on a stick to show the onlookers. They also offer hikes for $50 ea to the waters edge, but I would recommend a sunset cruise by boat. The next day we went snorkeling at Richardson beach where the visibility was wonderful and the aquatic life colorful. We also visited the Boiling Pots and the Falls, its a very short walk from the parking lot. There are some nice Banyon trees and pools of water near the river. Its an easy trip and very short hike. We ate at the Lava Rock Cafe and Thai restaurant which are just 5 min down the road. Because we arrived at night the general stores were not open. I would suggest purchasing groceries before arriving at the house as groceries at the general store were very expensive. Shop at Walmart before going to the house. I definitely recommend this house over any hotel, its a much better value and experience. I will definitely be back. Thanks!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Peaceful retreat in a great location
Guest: Kim and family
(London, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 12/19/10
Review Submitted: 12/31/10
After the buzz of Waikiki, we were looking for a peaceful retreat close to Hawaii Volcano National Park. This was the perfect location! The park is just minutes away which allows you to take in different aspects of the park any time of the night or day. Volcano is a very quaint town with a small store and some excellent retaurants. And the coast is not far away. The retreat is well equipped with everything you'll need for a comfortable stay.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Wonderful getaway
Guest: Jim and Susan
(Covington KY)
Date of Stay: 07/28/10
Review Submitted: 08/04/10
We were so pleased with the house. There was one other couple with my wife and I and the space worked out very well. It's a great base from which to explore Hawaii Volcanoes Nat. Park. We had spent one week on Oahu, so this location was an ideal contrast - pleasantly cool, frequent light rain (you're in a rain forest after all) and very quiet nights. The house is clean and very well maintained. It's both cozy and comfortable. The town of Volcano is a neat little burg just a few minutes away. We would certainly recommend this place to anyone else visiting the Big Island.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Near the Belly of the Smouldering Beast
Guest: NM Digger
(Pinos Altos, NM, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/05/10
Review Submitted: 03/25/10
Many Big Island visitors stay in Kona and take the long drive to squeeze in a quick Kilauea visit. With so much to see on the south and east sides of the island, it made more sense to us to split the venues - ten days in Kona and four in Volcano. We were very satisfied with the Kilauea Rainforest Retreat during our visit to the Volcano area and would recommend it. The immaculate house itself is as stunning as the photos indicate on the website. The house site is carved out of a Tarzan-like jungle which provided quite a tropical ambiance for our visit. The facilities within are top-notch and complete, with everything you could ask for in a place to stay. The house location, thanks to the owner's directions, is easy to find and a convenient base from which to explore and enjoy the "other" side of the island. We were guests for three full days - two used to explore Volcanos National Park and one to tour the Puna peninsula. Our late night flight home on check-out day allowed us plenty of time to see Hilo and the entire north coast on the way back to the Kona airport. Be advised: bring proper clothing to allow for cooler temperatures at the higher elevations in Volcano. We experienced mid-50's, and with rain you will probably be uncomfortable in shorts and sandals. We brought jeans, long-sleeved shirts, a windbreaker and real shoes - and were glad we did. All-in-all: two thumbs up.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/13/10
Review Submitted: 02/13/10
We loved staying at your comfy home. The soft robes were wonderful! It was very quiet and peaceful. Loved the exterior lights at night - beautiful. Thank you for the suggestions of things to do. You're right - there's a LOT to do on that side of the island. Next time I'll spend even more time & would definitely love to stay at your home again. Thank you Tracy!
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Magical
Guest: Lanell & Allen
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Date of Stay: 03/24/09
Review Submitted: 01/30/10
Mahalo nui for sharing such a magnificent and inviting piece of your paradise with us! We found ourselves immediately comfortable and relaxed by all the amenities and the wonderful set up provided for us. We were able to completely soak in the entrancing beauty of the scenery so perfectly framed in the picture like windows throughout the house. Our stay here has been that of a fantasyland like vacation with explorations not only of our inner peace, but of the breathtaking views and the waters of South Point, the green sands, the fabulous tide pools of Kapoho. (Thanks for the map!) And the mesmerizing encounter between Pele and her water loving sister watching from Kalapana. Needless to say, our stay here has been perfect and we send a big mahalo to you both!
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