Front of house with concrete driveway, Hapu'u Ferns and Ohia Trees
Location: Volcano, Puna District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Hilo Airport is 30 minutes away)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-13)
This house was built in 2006 and makes a great home away from home with comfortable beds, a 40-inch LCD TV with surround sound, three comfortable futon sofas that can double as beds for extra sleeping because this vacation house sleeps up to 13 guests. There are vaulted ceilings in the livingroom and master bedroom. There’s a well-stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances- just bring up some groceries and you're ready to cook on the gas stove. The dining table seats eight with room for five more at the kitchen peninsula bar. A dishwasher makes for easy clean-up. The washer/dryer will come in handy too and the free high-speed wireless internet access is a must for those who need to stay connected. Comfy outdoor furniture and a stainless steel gas grill are outside for your enjoyment.
Sleep in cool comfort in the high-elevation of the Volcano rain forest, 3700 ft. We have high quality sheets, warm blankets and comforters and there are heaters for each bedroom, or fire up the wood burning stove to warm the whole house. This house is insulated, unlike many others in the area, which we found to be too cold when we were house hunting. The area is quiet and relaxing; enjoy the native Hawaiian birds singing. Our lot is nearly a 1/2 acre and has many native Ohia trees with beautiful red blossoms. View the giant Hapu’u fern trees that grow to 30 feet tall, and tropical flowers from every window.
You'll love this house and there's a lot to do nearby, so you'll want to stay awhile. The entrance to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is about a mile away, but if that makes you nervous, bear in mind the town of Volcano is upslope of the crater and safer from lava flows than other parts of the island. The volcano has been erupting continuously since 1983 and in 2008 a huge steam vent opened in Halemaumau Crater, which can be viewed from different angles at the Volcano House and the Jagger Museum. At the Visitor Center, there's an informative film and rangers can update you on the volcanic activity. There are also free ranger-guided hikes available. The Volcano House has a restaurant, if you'd like to eat and admire the impressive steaming caldera that once was a lake of lava, after dark there is a fiery glow. Exploring the park further you'll find sulfur banks, steam vents and a lava tube, which you can walk through. There are also many hiking trails.
The quaint town of Volcano has a few markets, a gas station, a post office, even a skate park and is home to a Thai restaurant, the Lava Rock Cafe, Kiawe Kitchen and the Kilauea Lodge Restaurant. A farmer's market with fresh produce, hot coffee, pastries and breakfast sandwiches is open every Sunday morning, from 6:30-9 a.m.
Drive the Mauna Loa Scenic Road to see tree molds, created when a lava flow encountered a damp tree truck hardening the lava around it. More tree molds are seen at the beginning of the Napau Crater Trail. There's also Kipuka Puaulu (Bird Park), a 30-minute hike through an old growth of forest surrounded by newer lava flows. At the end of the scenic road is a trail head to Mauna Loa Trail, the place people start a multi-day trek to ascend the summit of Mauna Loa.
South of the Volcanoes National Park entrance near mile marker 38 is the Ka'u Desert Trail, which lead to footprints, most created during the explosion of 1790 and a few from an earlier explosion in the 1500s.
Volcano Golf & Country Club is a few minutes away at a 4,200 foot elevation. This is the Big Island's oldest golf course, dating back to the 1920s. The layout has stunning mountain views. You may see wild turkeys, Nene geese and Hawaiian hawks. Due to the elevation, expect extra distance on well-struck shots. The back 9 has several marvelous holes and one of Hawaii's best par-5s at the 17th hole. A round of golf is $63. Pele's restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week. Clubs available for rent, as are gas and electric carts.
The Volcano Winery is a mile past the golf course, with several unusual wines.
There are many exotic treasures to see in every direction by driving 30-45 minutes. Punaluu Black Sand Beach is popular with sea turtles that can be seen swimming nearby and resting onshore. Going another direction you'll find volcanically heated tide pools, including the popular Champagne Pond. There’s great snorkeling in this area and on the way there is the Lava Tree State Park, full of lava tree molds. Keep going around the flank of the mountain if you'd like to see where the lava is currently entering the ocean, best viewing is after dark & flashlights are needed.
Hilo is just a half-hour away and is home to Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens with petting zoo hours from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Rainbow Falls is beautiful and there’s also the World Botanical Gardens & Umauma Falls, a triple-tiered waterfall. The Lyman Museum has an incredible display of Hawaiian geology, plant, animal and fish life and there’s also the Pacific Tsunami Museum, many restaurants and shopping opportunities.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Washer is in a closet, in the attached carport
- Dryer: Gas Dryer is in a closet, in the attached carport
- Linens Provided: Linens are a comfortable high thread count, not cheap scratchy sheets
- Garage: It's not a garage, it's a covered carport which means it has no garage door
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove: Keeps the home toasty warm on cool nights
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Two of the three bedrooms have a queen bed.
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : One of the three bedrooms has 4 twin beds.
- Convertible Bed (3) : Convertible beds are in the livingroom and can sleep 5 more guests.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 40" Panasonic HD LCD TV with HD Surround Sound
- DVD
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Stovetop and oven is gas, all stainless steel appliances, eating bar at kitchen has 5 bar chairs.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: Stainless
- Dishwasher: Stainless
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Stainless
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai: With padded outdoor furniture
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Not really a mountain view because your on a mountain. With all the tall ohia trees and tall ferns it's more of a beautiful forest view.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): The high-speed internet access is free.
- Other Amenities
- Beach towels, hair dryer
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking allowed outside only. Please do not discard butts on the ground, pick up after yourself, Mahalo.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Volcano viewing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer Special thru Sept.-Rent 3 nts., get 4th free,$160/nt.($50 extra if 1 night)
$960/wk, $3000/mth. for two guests, $10/nt. for each additional guest,
12.42% tax + a one time $60 cleaning fee,a refundable security deposit is required
My cancellation policy is to fully refund a deposit if the cancellation is
received 45 days or more prior to the reservation. Cancellations within the 45
days prior to the reservation are given a full refund if I’m able to rebook
the time reserved with another party. If part of the time is rebooked,
the refund is prorated accordingly.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2008
Aloha,
I'm a husband, father, jack of all trades, coach of all sports and owner/manager of 5 vacation rentals in Hawaii. I was raised in Hawaii from the age of 8 years old after my parents moved here from the USA mainland. Hawaii has so much to offer and I hope I you get the chance to visit and explore this amazing state.
Why the Owner Chose Volcano
We love it in Volcano. You can experience 11 of the 14 climates in Volcano. The ever-changing historical beauty of the Volcano National Park is amazing. The small town feeling and tight community in Volcano is familiar since I grew up in a small town on Oahu.
The Unique Benefits of this House
I enjoy the cooler temperatures at the higher elevation in Volcano. It can be over 90 degrees with 100% humidity on Oahu but in Volcano it will be a cool 80 degrees with very little humidity. And at night, the temperature cools down and reminds me of my college days on the mainland.
My family really enjoys the volcanic changes that go on at the Volcano National Park. With the park being only one mile away, it's easy to take a drive after dinner thru the park to see the glow of the lava. And everytime we visit, we go to the Sunday Farmers Market in Volcano Village.
Property Photos
- Front of house with concrete driveway, Hapu'u Ferns and Ohia Trees - Big Island Rental Home Near Volcanoes National Park
- Living room has a LCD TV, wood burning stove and 3 convertible futon beds - Big Island Rental Home Near Volcanoes National Park
- Living room with vaulted ceiling and kitchen bar - Big Island Rental Home Near Volcanoes National Park
- Dining table for eight, kitchen bar seats another five, stainless steel kitchen
- Master bedroom has vaulted ceilings and a desk, master bath too.
- Second bedroom has a queen bed and windows for forest viewing
- Third Bedroom - two twin beds with two twin trundles that pull out from under
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Thak you for making our stay-cation in Volcano a wonderful and comfortable experience! The rainforest in the back yard and beautiful decor made our weekend that much better!
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Homeowner Response:
You're very welcome and I hope to host you again sometime. Aloha, Greg
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Mary ,
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Thank you for opening this house to us. We enjoyed cooking, the fireplace, super Nintendo, and cable TV. The fireplace was amazing in drying us up after walking 4hrs. in the rain at Volcano, lava rocks/tubes, petroglyphs. Your hospitality and generosity really made are experience on Hawaii Island really amazing. God Bless
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We had a short stay, 1/28-2/2, but made the most of our time on this side of the island. Don't miss out on the ATV "Ride the Rim" the best time ever, then ride horseback at Parker Ranch. Walked out at night on the Lava Flow at Kalapana. The Volcano Park was the best views. We did the 4 mile walk to the bottom of the volcano and looked up Amazing. This is Paradise, we stayed a week and a half in Kona and we prefered Hilo. Thank You, Bruce & Virginia
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The Roh Family , Rockford, IL
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Dana , Kailua Kona HI
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This house Rocks! I totally love the high chair dinning area(very sociable). The energy in Volcano is so relaxing & kick back. You can't have any bad feelings when you leave here. We had a family reunion at Wailoa State Park! Very Memorable!!!
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Marley , honolulu, hi
Homeowner Response:
There will be a hot tub coming soon.