Exotic Treehouse at Kilauea Volcano

• Extraordinary and breathtaking

  Extraordinary and breathtaking

  • Guest heidi h.
  • Date of stay 02/26/12
  • Review Submitted 02/28/12
  Of all the places you have stayed and will stay in your life, this is one you will never, ever forget. You will be awestruck from the moment you step through the moongate. The path to the treehouse has small treasures of purple bromliialdes, or a tiki to catch your eye as you walk the path. The treehouse is beautiful with rich woods, bamboo and subtle palm leave impressions in the stucco wall. Stained glass of birds continue to bring the outside in. Everything you need it here. Kitchen, hot tub, shower, the most comfortable and cozy bed on earth. And while it is really just right there, a couple of blocks off the highway, it seems secluded, as if you are far away from everything. I saw it listed as one of the top ten most awesome places to stay in the world and I whole heartedly agree!

  Owner response: Thank you so much for the high praise. When we decided to change our lives we asked ourselves what we wanted to do, really. The answer we came up with was to add to the happiness in the world. You are telling us we are succeeding. Oh joy!!!! So happy you came to stay with us. wishing you aloha, much aloha. boatloads of aloha. We hope our paths will cross again, and in the meantime, many happy journeys to you.

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• We LOVED the treehouse!!!

  We LOVED the treehouse!!!

  • Guest P
  • Date of stay 02/18/12
  • Review Submitted 02/23/12
  My husband and I recently took a short vacation to the Big Island (5 days/4 nights), spending the first two above Waipio Valley and the following two at the Treehouse. As much as I was sad to leave the ocean, arriving at the Treehouse was one of the most incredible experiences, especially just to see my husband's face when we climbed up the stairs and he saw the outdoor grill, cedar hot tub, and then of course the trap door to the bedroom! I literally had to drag him away to get him to go hiking with me at the National Park (which of course was also INCREDIBLE--definitely check out the Pu'u crater from the Jaggar Museum at night--between the sunset and the fiery red glow, the view was heart-stopping!). Staying only minutes from the park entrance was also a huge bonus, as we beat the crowds and tour busses to the major sights in the park (even in the rain, there were still mobs of tourists on the weekend!), and we were able to hike nearly all of the trails we were interested in and then get back late afternoon to relax a bit before dinner. (Word of advice; purchase food BEFORE coming; the options at the General Store were extremely limited unless you enjoy eating junk food) and without cell phone service, we weren't able to make reservations at the Lodge. We instead waited nearly 30 minutes to be so much as acknowledged and have our name taken for the waiting list at Kiawe Kitchen--well-prepared food and nice wine list, yet overpriced and HORRIBLE service.) Upon getting back to the Treehouse at night, we LOVED the outdoor shower and especially the hottub outside! Even in the cold and rain, both were a perfect way to end the evening (followed by drinking tea and watching Volcano movies inside before heading up the ladder to the amazingly comfortable bed upstairs! :) Bottom line is that while we've stayed in some pretty incredible places during our travels, the Treehouse remains at the top of our list! I was so sad to leave I cried when we had to exit the Moongate on our last morning in Hawaii. Can't WAIT to come back!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Oh, what a sweet review of your wonderful experience. So happy you stayed with us. As for Keawe Kitchen, it is a mixed bag. I had hoped they had gotten staffed up enough to improve their service, but it seems their troubles continue. I also enjoy the food there, but it can be a long night when you are waiting with a grumbling stomach... I will take a clue from you and offer future guests to text me and I will make their reservations if cell phone service is lacking. Please do return. any time!! thank you for taking the time to write this review. aloha, Gail

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• Quiet, private, and relaxing!

  Quiet, private, and relaxing!

  • Guest Matthew S.
  • Date of stay 12/11/11
  • Review Submitted 12/22/11
  The little tree house was very cool - so quiet and relaxing there, I'm surprised I managed to leave. It was a great place to unwind and soak in the hot tub with my girl and some drinks. I'm really tall, so I always notice dust up high, but lower surfaces and the floors were clean. The trap door hole to the room is 2' by 2', and my 6'10" and 350lbs got up the sturdy ladder and through the trap door just fine. The bed linens and towels were clean & good-smelling. The kitchen was small but has just about everything you need. The inclusion of clean drinking water was thoughtful. The outdoor shower was fun, but because of my height the privacy bamboo wasn't quite enough for privacy - good thing there are only a couple other properties in sight! The Trader Joe's toiletries were different, but did the job with no off-putting scents. Don't let the compost toilet freak you out - my flusher @ home smells worse! Just follow the directions in the guide and you'll be fine. From here, we took a lava boat tour, being lucky to escape the rain AND see some great flow. We went to the one @ sunrise, totally worth waking up early for. We also checked out some of the parks along the coast and saw some green turtles on our way to Kona. Kona is rather crowded and touristy, but if you like coffee and have a few bucks to spend, might as well do it there. Since we were there during the rainy season, it rained much of the time, but we're from Seattle and it was in the 70s so it wasn't bad. We took about half a day to just drive around the entire island, and that was nice, though there would have been more landscape to see without the cloud cover. We didn't bother with the restaurants near the tree house, as we preferred to cook and chill @ the tree house. Other than Bubba Gump in Kona, we mostly cooked. It was great. This tree house is not what a traditionalist would be pleased with. But if you're open-minded and looking to actually get "away" on your get-away, call Gail and have yourself a different little adventure. Prepare to speak quieter, look and listen closer, move slower, enjoy the present and smile more.

  Owner response: Aloha and thanks for taking the time to write a review. Thanks especially for including the information on your height and general size ~ it helps other large travelers know what to expect and what your experience was with that unusual trap door. You may not have had our greatest weather, but you lucked out with the lava flow. The surface flow is recent, and it may have reached the sea just about the same time you arrived on the island. It is very dramatic now, and should continue to be for the near future. A word about the privacy in the outdoor shower - although you can see a couple of other houses, it is the roofs you are looking at. No one can actually see into the shower. Even tall people are obscured due to the angle of looking up from below, and the forest adds another measure of privacy. You can see out but they cannot see up and over.... aloha!

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• Amazing Place!

  Amazing Place!

  • Guest Peter&Robyn
  • Date of stay 09/27/11
  • Review Submitted 10/18/11
  The beauty of this property is impossible to capture in pictures. The craftsmanship is excellent and the natural beauty around it makes this a thrilling, but peaceful getaway. My wife and I stayed here as the last stop on our honeymoon a few weeks ago and we'll never forget it.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Awesome

  Awesome

  • Guest megan b.
  • Date of stay 07/03/11
  • Review Submitted 07/16/11
  My husband and I spent the first three nights of our honeymoon in the treehouse and it was PERFECT! Very cozy and hospitable, and great to spend some time secluded after all the wedding festivities. The hot tub was wonderful, and the sound of the intermittent rain on the roof was so comforting and enjoyable to listen to that we spent most of our stay inside reading books and relaxing. Overall a fabulous and unique experience. We highly recommend it. Thank you!!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+.

  Owner response: Mahalo for choosing to stay at the treehouse for your honeymoon and taking the time to comment here afterward. It turns out for us the best part of the treehouse experience are our guests, you who come and enjoy what it offers. Thanks for your words of appreciation. You help others know it is special, more than just a pretty place to spend the night. A hui hou. Aloha.

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• Loved our treehouse stay

  Loved our treehouse stay

  • Guest David and Tabitha
  • Date of stay 01/21/11
  • Review Submitted 05/26/11
  Totally lovely place to stay, loved the birds in the morning, ferns, and rainforest ambiance. The treehouse was very well maintained and beautiful, and the ceder hot tub was fabulous. The owner was very helpful and friendly. A real high point on our Hawaii visit.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: mahalo for the review. We are happy to have provided a "high point" via the treehouse for your Hawaii visit... hope to see you again. A hui hou!

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• Wonderful Unique Accommodations

  Wonderful Unique Accommodations

  • Guest Kim
  • Date of stay 01/23/11
  • Review Submitted 02/02/11
  Hubby and I stayed in the treehouse for two nights in January 2011. Private, funky and fun. Even the off grid amenities were cool. Outdoor shower is private and beautiful. and, who woulda thunk a composting toilet wouldn't smell...AT ALL!! Rain on the rooftop, abundance of birds and relaxing with a glass of wine in the hot tub...wonderful! Thanks Gail and Robert!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Thanks for taking the time to comment on you stay at the treehouse. We are especially delighted you mentioned there is no smell to the composting toilet. It's extra nice potential guests have your nose to rely on! mahalo and aloha

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• Great place to stay!!

  Great place to stay!!

  • Guest slm1234
  • Date of stay 08/19/10
  • Review Submitted 09/04/10
  We loved staying in the treehouse. It was cozy, romantic and fun. The cedar hot tub was amazing as was the outdoor shower -- two honeymoon highlights. The surrounding forest was so lush and beautiful. The bed was super comfortable too. Only a few minutes from the park. We wish we had stayed longer.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Mahalo for giving us a review. Happy you enjoyed it so much. Thank you for mentioning the bed being super comfortable - it's important to us when we stay somewhere that the bed feel extra good, so we try to provide that for our guests too. There are times when guests can only stay a day or two, either because of their schedules or our bookings at the time of their visit, and that's OK. We have tried to adjust our pricing to encourage longer stays, not only because the treehouse is enjoyable, but the park and this side of the island are like no other place on the planet. aloha!

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• Something Out of a Storybook

  Something Out of a Storybook

  • Guest Mairead
  • Date of stay 08/03/10
  • Review Submitted 08/07/10
  Gail and Robert have created a playful escape. The treehouse is exceptionally well appointed and clean. Attention to detail is evident in every aspect. The hosts included a few edible treats and personal service daily. Great location for touring the national park. The facility is not for the physically challenged- so go now while you are young! We would recommend this property to everyone we meet!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Mahalo Laura. We are delighted you enjoyed staying at the treehouse, and especially pleased you felt it was "something out of storybook". A lot of fantasy has gone into the design. We think of it as a playhouse for grownups. It is probably only a tiny bit more challenging an entry than a second story walk up, but it feels so different since it is up in the trees. Hope to see you again! Enjoy your travels!

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• Exactly what we hoped for!

  Exactly what we hoped for!

  • Guest julieai77
  • Date of stay 05/17/10
  • Review Submitted 05/31/10
  We only stayed in the rental for two nights but found both the property and the owner wonderful! Charming, clean and in a fantastic location, our only complaint would have to be that we couldn't stay longer. A must if you are looking for somewhere different to stay during your travels. We are planning another trip in June 2011 and will definately be checking to see if the property is available!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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Additional Fees and Taxes:

The $75 cleaning fee is per week of stay or portion thereof