Vacation Rentals by Owner

Unique stay in a rain forest!

Guest: Greg J. (Iowa)
Date of Stay: 01/24/12 Review Submitted: 03/27/12

This was a fun stay in an interesting stand alone cottage. It was as though you were on your own with no sign of life around you other than the surrounding rain forest. A great base to explore the volcano, Puna coast and Hilo. We really enjoyed our four nights in this unique lodging. There are several nice restaurants in the area as well. We especially enjoyed Thai Thai right in Volcano. The winery was fun too. Snorkeling at the tidepools was great as well. The cottage is well equipped and the rental experience was very professionally handled. We would return with no hesitation.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful!

Guest: Jane G. (Fort Collins, CO )
Date of Stay: 11/26/11 Review Submitted: 12/18/11

Thanks so much for our lovely stay!! This cottage has everything I would ever need! We loved the extra luxurious little touches like fresh flowers, fresh papaya with lime, and pretty cloth napkins on the table! We had a lot of rainy weather, so we got ample time to enjoy the wonderful music, game, and movie collection. The sun poked its head out on our last morning and my children built fairy homes in the dreamy front yard. Thank you for an amazing experience. We hope to come back!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Peaceful retreat in the ferns

Guest: LauraD (Bedford, TX)
Date of Stay: 10/19/11 Review Submitted: 11/04/11

Recently returned from our trip to the Big Island. We stayed 3 nights at the Lazy Lehua and wished our stay was a little longer. The cottage is well maintained and very peaceful. You can see all the love that went into the cottage. Lots of nice touches everywhere. The fern forest is very dense and you really can't see any of the neighbors although I did hear a dog barking for a little bit one morning. Nice and quiet, but has everything you might need. Bathroom stocked with all kinds of shampoos, lotions, etc. Kitchen had everything too. We prepared several meals here during our stay. Fresh fruit and flowers were left for us, which was a very nice touch! After staying in Kona, we enjoyed the peace and quiet of this area. The VNP is very close by and we made a few trips over there during our stay. Seeing the crater glowing at night was very interesting. If you happen to get a cloud free night, go outside and look up at the stars!! I was amazed at all of the stars and could clearly see the milky way!! The bed was very comfortable and piled with lots of blankets to keep you warm. The gas stoves on each level help keep the chill out once the sun goes down. The jacuzzi tub was very relaxing after a day hiking around VNP. My only wish is that we had another day to spend at the cottage being truly lazy. It's so peaceful here and with multiple lanais it's hard to decide which one was the best. The owner, Joyce, was very easy to work with. Even provided us with a muffin pan for making breakfast after my request!! We would certainly stay here again when we return to the volcano area. Mahalo Joyce for allowing us to share your treasure!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Lazy Lehua Cottage

Guest: Dory (Medford, OR)
Date of Stay: 09/29/11 Review Submitted: 10/10/11

This was the best place we stayed on the Island. It was cozy, clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again!

Owner response:Aloha Dory - Thank you for your awesome review! We hope to see you again for a future stay at LLC. Mahalo, Joyce

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Absolutely amazing!

Guest: Travel Girl (southern California)
Date of Stay: 09/25/11 Review Submitted: 10/06/11

This place is one of the top 5 places I've ever stayed! I kept saying to my husband "I can't believe we have this whole beautiful house for this price!". It is VERY well-stocked (we used the kitchen every morning and night) and they have a stash of extra bathroom supplies. The place is new, clean, soooo cute, and well taken care of. Be sure to bring a jacket/sweatshirt - it's up at elevation in a cool forest. Wonderful change from hot Pahoa/Hilo area. There are fireplaces and room heaters though so you're fine inside.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

An Amazing Stay

Guest: Kevin S.
Date of Stay: 09/04/11 Review Submitted: 12/14/11

The Lazy Lehua Cottage was absolutely amazing! The cottage has everything that you could need while visiting the Volcano area. The outdoor are was very peaceful and the hammocks were nice touches. When we had a small issue, the house caretaker fixed the issue promptly. Volcano Village and the National Park are both minutes away. This is a perfect location for seeing the south / east part of the island. Highly recommended, I cannot say enough good things about our time at the cottage.

Owner response:Aloha Kevin S. Thank you so much for the excellent review. Nice to know that our guests think we're doing our job making the Lazy Lehua Cottage a perfect vacation destination in Volcano! We appreciate you taking the time to give us a review! Mahalo, Joyce

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So many stars, beautiful morning light and everything we needed!

Guest: Anna (Albany, California)
Date of Stay: 07/21/11 Review Submitted: 08/01/11

We (family of four, boys 6 and 7) loved our time at the Lazy Lehua Cottage. We cooked in a lot and the kitchen had everything we needed. The tub was a wonderful extra...and even the basketball and hoop got good use by our crew. We loved being able to see all the stars, light pollution free from the deck and the morning light in the upstairs room was amazing. It was great to be able to explore Volcanoes National Park, come back to the cottage to clean up and eat and head back in to watch and hear Pele's night show in the crater. The Puna coast shouldn't be missed! When we return, we'll be sure to spend more time at the cottage! Three nights wasn't enough.

Owner response:Aloha Anna - We are so glad to hear you and your family enjoyed our LLC paradise. We look forward to your future return stay! Mahalo, Joyce

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Charming home

Guest: KK (Mystic, CT)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11 Review Submitted: 06/23/11

Lazy Lehua was even more charming and artistic than advertised. The stay in the rain forest was a welcome break from the beaches. Volcano is a great little town, and access to the National Park couldn't have been easier. Our only complaint was that we didn't rent it for a longer period of time. All of the logistics went like clockwork, and we highly recommend this place.

Owner response:Aloha KK - Mahalo for your wonderful review of the Lazy Lehua Cottage. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay, visiting our beautiful village, and your adventures at Hawaii Volcano National Park. Maybe you will just have to come back and visit us again? :) Mahalo, Joyce

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Stay at Lazy Lehua

Guest: AnniversaryCouple (Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 10/13/10 Review Submitted: 10/22/10

My husband and I just returned from our 1st anniversary trip to the Big Island during which we stayed the entire time at the Lazy Lehua. The house was everything I thought it would be and more...it really exceeded our expectations! The decor was beautiful, the entire place was very clean, and the owner thought of every little detail, so we didn't find ourselves running to the store for things. Best of all, the price was incredibly reasonable considering all the perks (privacy, a full kitchen, free fruit and coffee, the jacuzzi tub, etc). We really enjoyed having coffee out on the lanai each morning. And the bed was incredibly comfy and warm! During our stay (October) the weather was very comfortable. It only rained a few times during the night and the temperature was ranged from the 70s during the day to the 50s at night. When it did get a bit chilly, the propane fireplaces warmed the whole place right up. My only suggestion would be to supply a few more towels for guests staying for an extended period. We found that things tended to stay quite damp because of the surrounding jungle (although we did utilize the drying rack and fan upstairs to speed up the drying process). As for suggestions in the area, we recommed guests drive to South Point and hike out to the Green Sand Beach. It was just beautiful and totally worth the hike! Be warned though, we definitely need 4 wheel drive to get there and plenty of water. For food in the Volcano area, we highly suggest the Kilauea Lodge for breakfast and Kiawe Kitchen for dinner. Thanks for providing such a lovely place! We hope to return one day! :-)

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

Lazy Lehua - lovely, relaxing, comfortable, exotic spot

Guest: outdoor diva (Evergreen, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 08/10/10 Review Submitted: 09/04/10

We would highly recommend the LL - if you are traveling to the Big Island, find a way to make a visit here fit into your schedule. This was truly one of the nicest properties we have ever rented. The owners have provided every little touch that makes it a wonderful place to feel like you are at home - only better! The decor is funky, unique, and fun, but not overdone. We stayed here with our 2 daughters (12 & 14) on a 3-day visit to Volcano. We wished we had more time, so we could take a day just to relax at the cottage. I did a great training run in the early morning around the neighborhood. The kitchen is well-appointed, and we prepared several meals here; however the Thai restaurant and the little bakery in town are fantastic. The cottage is immaculate and description and photos are accurate. The owner sent us lots of information in advance to help us plan our visit. We explored HVNP and did some great hikes - do not miss the dark side of the Thurston Lava Tube (but don't forget headlamps!). On the way to Hilo, we went to the tide pools and that was amazing! Our favorite things we did on the Big Island were snorkeling on the Kona side (esp Place of Refuge and at Hapuna Beach), and our time in Volcano. We loved the Hilo farmers market and the walk down the steep road into the Waipio Valley. If you head up that way, be sure to stop in Honokaa for lunch. If you are planning on snorkeling a lot, rather than renting just go to Walmart and buy your snorkel set - then you don't have to worry about turning it in at a certain time and you can explore the beaches spontaneously. We loved the resident kitty at Lazy Lehua and called her "Mahalo"!

Owner response:Outdoor Diva :) Love your awesome reveiw. Thank you so much! So glad you and your family enjoyed the Lazy Lehua Cottage. And that little resident kitty...she belongs to a neighbor but loves any and all the attention she can get from our guests. Great idea on snorkel gear, WalMart on both Kailua-Kona and Hilo sides of the island is good for those things forgotten at home, lost in the ocean (my husbands glasses), or last minute items on the fly. Mahalo, Joyce

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A spa with a view into the rain forest

Guest: Stephan and family (Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 07/26/10 Review Submitted: 08/08/10

We loved our short stay at Lazy Lehua Cottage. It was very quiet and relaxing. The place was clean, very nicely decorated and perfectly situated near Volcanoes National Park. We all enjoyed the spa with a view into the rain forest. We would definitely recommend this property. Mahalo! Stephan and family

Owner response:Aloha Stephan & Family! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at the Lazy Lehua Cottage. Mahalo nui loa for taking the time to write a lovely review. Joyce @ the Lazy Lehua Cottage

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful rustic cottage!

Guest: May 2010 Guest (Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10 Review Submitted: 06/13/10

Great place! Very rustic and charming, secluded, just the right size, great location. It was amazingly peaceful to fall asleep while listening to the rain hitting the roof. Would definitely highly recommend!

Owner response:Aloha Arlington VA - Thank you for your wonderful review and your positive recommendation. The rain is awesome at night, isn't it? Natures own sleep remedy :) Mahalo! Joyce

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

Cozy, quiet getaway

Guest: fiddlebike (Las Cruces, New Mexico)
Date of Stay: 03/22/10 Review Submitted: 03/30/10

A nicely equipped cottage hidden at the edge of a development a long way from the highway. No neighbors and the only sounds were the rain and birds. No dining table so you eat at the kitchen bar sitting on rather awkward stools - probably not very good for small children. A couple of restaurants are nearby at Volcano Village and the cottage has a full kitchen for cooking - limited groceries in the village but Hilo is only 30 miles away. It is only minutes away from Volcano National Park so every night we took a quick drive into the park to the Jaggar Museum to see how bright the glow was in the new vent in Halema 'uma'u Crater in the Kilauea Caldera.

Owner response:Aloha Fiddlebike - Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review. Glad you enjoyed your stay at the Lazy Lehua Cottage and had fun exploring the Big Island! You are right, the inside dining is the mango slab bar with stools. Outside dining with the rainforest surrounding you on the front lanai is a lower table for 4. Could be a romantic dinner for 2 or a family style food fest with children :) Mahalo, Joyce @ the Lazy Lehua Cottage

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

Great Cozy HI Find

Guest: Newlywed CC (VA, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/03/10 Review Submitted: 06/09/10

We loved our time at Lazy Lehua. The payment process was quick, easy, and convenient. The place was clean and perfectly situated near Volcanoes National Park. If you like waking up to misty rain every day in a semi-secluded area, THIS is the place for you. My new husband I could not have been happier with the find, the cost, and the location!

Owner response:Aloha Newlywed CC - We are so happy staying with us at the Lazy Lehua Cottage will give you many wonderful memories of your time on the Big Island. We thank you for staying with us, and for your review. We hope to see you for future anniversaries. Congratulations on your marriage! Mahalo, Lazy Lehua Cottage

Recommended for:Girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Mature Island Girl
Date of Stay: 11/15/09 Review Submitted: 04/13/10

Loved waking up to the sun shining through the many bedroom windows. Looking out and seeing giant tree ferns... green everywhere! Wonderful songs of the birds in the rain forest. Cozy gas fireplace stoves were so convenient after a rainy day hike in Midnovember. Although I never minded any rain. It is just so gorgous here! Fantastic double sized jacuzzi bathtub in masterbath. Compact but complete kitchen made it possible for us to prepare most of our meals right there (restaurants are another option). Farmers markets in Volcano Village on Sunday (EARLY! Get there by 7 AM as most clear out by 9) or Wednesday and Saturdays in Hilo. The produce and other foods are scruptious and the farmers are an absolute delight (My husband and I are Marin County farmers market junkies! But the Big Island farmers rock!). If you are like me and you don't like crowds, the Lazy Lehua Cottage is perfect: serene surroundings, artistic decor abounds in this gem of a vacation place. Laying in the blue hammock chair on the front lanai you will wish your vacation would never end. And you are so close to the many destinations you most definenitely don't want to miss. P.S.: Do rent a 4-Wheel Drive (not just an All-Wheel) if you are adventurous and like to do some exploring as that is required for Waipio Valley and some other areas... P.P.S.: Good healthfood store in Hilo ("Abundant Life") -- Ideal to visit on your way from the airport to the cottage (approx. 30minutes from Volcano Village). Great healthfood store in Pahua ("Island Natural Market"), slightly different direction but also about 1/2hr distance from the cottage

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Dreamy Rain Forest Retreat

Guest: Christine G. (Marin County, California)
Date of Stay: 11/06/09 Review Submitted: 12/08/09

Loved waking up to the sun shining through the many bedroom windows. Looking out and seeing giant tree ferns... green everywhere! Wonderful songs of the birds in the rain forest. Cozy gas fireplace stoves were so convenient after a rainy day hike in Midnovember. Although I never minded any rain. It is just so gorgous here! Fantastic double sized jacuzzi bathtub in masterbath (it does takes a little while to fill it properly). Compact but complete kitchen made it possible for us to prepare most of our meals right there (restaurants are another option). Farmers markets in Volcano Village on Sunday (EARLY! Get there by 7 AM as most clear out by 9) or Wednesday and Saturdays in Hilo. The produce and other foods are scruptious and the farmers are an absolute delight (My husband and I are Marin County farmers market junkies! But the Big Island farmers rock!). If you are like me and you don't like crowds, the Lazy Lehua Cottage is perfect: serene surroundings, artistic decor abounds in this gem of a vacation place. Laying in the blue hammock chair on the front lanai you will wish your vacation would never end. And you are so close to the many destinations you most definenitely don't want to miss. P.S.: Do rent a 4-Wheel Drive (not just an All-Wheel) if you are adventurous and like to do some exploring as that is required for Waipio Valley and some other areas... P.P.S.: Good healthfood store in Hilo ("Abundant Life") -- Ideal to visit on your way from the airport to the cottage (approx. 30minutes from Volcano Village). Great healthfood store in Pahua ("Island Natural Market"), slightly different direction but also about 1/2hr distance from the cottage.

Owner response:Aloha Mature Island Girl - Mahalo Nui Loa for your beautiful review. We take delight knowing we are doing a good job making our cottage a wonderful vacation home away from home for our guests. We appreciate all your kinds words and love that you loved your stay at the Lazy Lehua Cottage. Joyce @ the Lazy Lehua Cottage.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

Tropical Hideaway

Guest: Yasmin B. (San Diego)
Date of Stay: 10/07/09 Review Submitted: 10/19/09

Our stay at the Lazy Lehua Cottage was everything we expected it to be. The owner provided all the comforts of home and the location cannot be better if you wish to explore Volcano National Park and the eastern side of the Big Island. The kitchen is very well equipped and a nice assortment of bath "goodies" was very convenient. The only recommendation to the owner would be to install a washer & dryer on-site or provide more bath towels (since humidity is so high towels & clothes do not have enough time to dry).

Owner response:Aloha SunnySD - So glad the Lazy Lehua Cottage succeeded in meeting your expectations. Our location is the perfect distance from HVNP, only a short 2 miles from the Lazy Lehua Cottage. It works great for our guests. Hope you at least had time to enjoy a soak in the jacuzzi tub with the assortment of bath goodies! We really do rely on our guests for suggestions that will make our guests stay even better, and your suggestion for more towels has been answered. We have added more towels for our guests at the Lazy Lehua Cottage. Mahalo nui loa, Joyce @ the Lazy Lehua Cottage.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

Lazy Lehua is a big hit!

Guest: r s. (Poconos, Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 10/25/08 Review Submitted: 11/04/08

The description and pictures were accurate. We would surely recommend this property. The cottage is quiet and very relaxing. You can hear the stars. Its close to Volcano Village with everything you need. If you dont want to cook, the Lodge is a mile away. The Vocano Natl Park is within 10 min drive. The service from the owner was great. And the property was clean and well maintained. Since the island is so large, we didnt get to conquer the entire island and surely will stay at this cottage on our next trip. Aloha.

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

Guest: Travel Gals - Poconos PA.
Date of Stay: 10/16/08 Review Submitted: 04/13/10

The description and pictures were accurate. We would surely recommend this property. The cottage is quiet and very relaxing. You can hear the stars. Its close to Volcano Village with everything you need. If you dont want to cook, the Lodge is a mile away. The Vocano Natl Park is within 10 min drive. The service from the owner was great. And the property was clean and well maintained. Since the island is so large, we didnt get to conquer the entire island and surely will stay at this cottage on our next trip. Aloha

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Perfect Honeymoon House

Guest: Mary Newlywed (Green Bay, WI)
Date of Stay: 09/29/08 Review Submitted: 10/14/08

Hy new husband and I recently stayed at the Lazy Lehua. It was a wonderful experience! The house is situated in the heart of the rainforest that surrounds the Volcano National Park. The scenery is simply stunning! The house is cozy, with very nice furniture. Also, the kitchen is fully stocked with cooking utensils, dishes, and glassware. We had everything we needed right there at the house. This is not your usual vacation home where the owners leave their leftover furniture, decorations, and dishes (that they don't want to keep with them) at their vacation property. They have thoughtfully and stylishly decorated the house. The housekeeper also filled all the vases in the house with fresh orchids for our stay! They also have all the extra things like beach towels, flashlights, umbrellas, sunscreen, extra linens, board games, great DVD collection, a large array of guide books and maps, internet access, satellite TV, etc. I was also very impressed that they have a full assortment of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion in case you forgot your own. The owner was very nice to work with and very accomodating. We had a small issue with some bees at the house (I'm sure it's taken care of now), and the owner answered my phone call about it and followed up with the issue right away. She was very kind and understanding. I would definately recommend this property for your next vacation in Hawaii. Volcano is a great town to stay in for some private time with your spouse, or family. It's about a 20 minute drive to Hilo which has lots to do! We stayed there for 10 nights and found that the island's best sights were easily accesible from where we were staying. Enjoy your trip to Hawaii and enjoy your stay at the Lazy Lehua! Mahalo, Luke & Mary

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

What a great getaway!

Guest: Long Beach CA Family (Long Beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/17/08 Review Submitted: 08/27/08

We loved staying at the Lazy Lehua. It is a beautiful cottage and perfectly located for visiting the volcano, fern forest and surrounding Hilo. We were greeted with fresh papayas and bananas. There was everything in the cottage you could want. We were even visited by a friendly local neighborhood cat. We can highly recommend this location for staying on the Big Island and hope to return there again ourselves. It would be perfect for a honeymoon or romantic vacation. It also worked very well for our family outing. Thanks again, Joyce!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great place to get-away from the everyday

Guest: Local_Mom (Deerfield, MA)
Date of Stay: 07/28/08 Review Submitted: 08/07/08

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Lazy Lehua Cottage and wished we could have had more time there. It's a great home base for exploring Volcanoes Nat'l Park as well as the rest of the Puna district. The fire was very cozy during the rainy, cool evenings. It was also nice to be so close to Volcano Village where we wound up eating every night. The house was very private and tranquil. Our children (4 and 6) enjoyed playing the games at the house and we didn't turn on the tv sets even once. The kitchen was nicely stocked, too. We would definitely go back to Lazy Lehua the next time we're visiting the Big Island.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.

Guest: Local Mom - Deerfield MA.
Date of Stay: 06/20/08 Review Submitted: 04/13/10

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Lazy Lehua Cottage and wished we could have had more time there. It's a great home base for exploring Volcanoes Nat'l Park as well as the rest of the Puna district. The fire was very cozy during the rainy, cool evenings. It was also nice to be so close to Volcano Village where we wound up eating every night. The house was very private and tranquil. Our children (4 and 6) enjoyed playing the games at the house and we didn't turn on the tv sets even once. The kitchen was nicely stocked, too. We would definitely go back to Lazy Lehua the next time we're visiting the Big Island.

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Perfect place

Guest: Stefan (Sebastopol, California)
Date of Stay: 06/19/08 Review Submitted: 06/29/08

This house exceeded all of our expectations. It was incredibly decorated, very clean and quite unique. There are so many decks, we couldn't decide which to hang out on. This cottage is perfect if you want a home base to check out the Volcano and the rest of the Puna area. It feels totally isolated but very close to the (small) town of Volcano and very close to the park. I would recommend this place with absolutely no reservations and would book again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful place ...

Guest: CharlieFromCA (So Cal)
Date of Stay: 05/01/07 Review Submitted: 06/20/07

Three night stay in May 2007. Great place. Relaxing, serene, peaceful. Would not hesitate to stay here again.

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