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Authentic Hawaii Volcano Treehouse
| Sleeps | 5 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 750 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cabin |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
Overview
A True Treehouse romantically perched in Ohia Forest.
Another incredible treehouse, built with the same sensitivity to Nature as VRBO #199848, also built from recycled materials, an eco-friendly, solar powered, passive energy paradise in the forest.
Take the stairs up to above the lower canopy to a lawn of hapu'u fronds and the tops of the ohia trees. Enter your cozy multi-level nest and stay somewhere so unique you will remember it for the rest of your lives.
Unplug your kids for a change. No TV on purpose! Be transported back to the child in you, as you discover the treehouse experience with your children.
The number of windows and lush gardens all around are magical. You really have to see it in 3D to appreciate it. There is no sacrifice of comforts either, with a warm shower and thoughtfully designed and stocked kitchen. You will be amazed to llive this comfortably this high up in the trees!
If you care to even leave the treehouse, you can visit the Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park just 5 miles up the road.
You are out in the forest….it's a bit like camping, but you have all the cozy comforts in a romantic, picturesque Hawaiian rain forest: kitchen with fridge and 2-burner stove, hot water shower, regular flush toilet, mood setting open faced fireplace with kindling and lots of cut wood.
Go upstairs…. A comfortable Cal King bed with windows above for star-viewing awaits you. From the Master bedroom up the Captain's ladder to the double-futon loft is another large window to the sky. Sleeping for the 5th person is available on the living room couch, a new single bed mattress. (All mattresses are new.)
The moss and fern lined exotic trail (lit by a string of festive lights at night) from your private car parking weaves uninvasively through the Hawaiian forest to the 28 steps that will take you up to your treehouse adventure.
FUN! A 50 foot walkway bends its way through the top of trees with a comfy place to sit and enjoy your morning coffee with the sounds of birds and view of the treehouse.
This could be one of your BEST adventures ever! Come visit and take it off your bucket list.
If you value a getaway out of the ordinary -- and absolutely extraordinary -- this is the place. Not for the fussy...
About Skye Peterson
I'm a Volcano enthusiast and a Treehouse Romantic and want to share this incredible place with others.
I built the treehouse to be a very romantic hideaway for myself and my honey, and now that I'm renting it out, the couples who have stayed here, including many honeymooners have appreciated the romance of the setting and ambiance. (In fact, we had considered calling it KamaSutreehouse when setting up the website!.) The setting is so private, surrounded by such natural beauty that one cannot help but be inspired. My favorite romantic details are the fireplace and the bed perched high up in the loft where you're surrounded by windows looking out at the moon and stars at night and native trees, birds and cloud formations by day.
Skye Peterson purchased this cabin in 1988
Why Skye Peterson chose Volcano
This area is untouched pristine Hawaiian Rain Forest where I could build an eco-treehouse with minimal impact on the native environmental surroundings.
What makes this cabin unique
To be able to experience an authentic eco-treehouse, built above the rain forest lower canopy. 5 large skylights, 2 over the beds for night time star viewing. Finally get living in a treehouse off your bucket list!
Guestbook comments from the owner
It was so amazing to feel warm and secure, yet seeing, feeling, the forces of nature… Indeed swaying with the trees! We wish we had more time. We were completely in awe of this creation of yours. Thanks for your hospitality.
Amenities
Royal Hawaiian Estates Cabin Accommodation and Amenities
- cabin
- Guests provide their own meals
- 750 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 3:00 PM /
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 5
- Children welcome ...
- Pets not allowed
- Non smoking only
- Mountain View
- Rural
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
- Elevator ...
- Fireplace ...
- Fitness Room / Equipment ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher ...
- Kitchen ...
- Oven ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove
- Toaster ...
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 4 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom -
toilet
,
shower
- Separate toilet from shower with fun mirror setup.
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
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Livingroom -
1 twin/ single
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Couch is new single foam mattress
Loft - 1 double , New natural fiber double futon bed
Master Bedroom - 1 king , New Cal King mattress
- Cal King bed with large overhead skylight for star viewing and view of the ocean. No bugs here!
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games ...
- Music Library
- Stereo
- Video Library
- Boat
- Golf
- Lanai / Gazebo ...
- Tennis
- wheelchair inaccessible
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation center
- restaurants
- ruins
- winery tours
- zoo
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- luaus
- paddle boating
- photography
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- golf
- golf privileges optional
- hiking
- hunting
- mountain biking
- spelunking
- surfing
- tennis
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(21 traveler reviews)
First time tree house stay
I honestly had no idea what to expect when my mother told me that we were going to be staying in a tree house on our visit to Volcano this past June. I grew up there, building my own tree houses, the typical ones children would build in their back yards, some scrap wood nailed up in a tree, and as a kid I thought it was great.
I hadn't been back to Volcano in 15 years so the town itself brought back many familiar sights and memories. Quite nostalgic. I remember riding my bike down to the general stores and cooper field and the Rec. center, and even up to KMC in the national park to go bowling or help my dad at the theater.
At first I was a little apprehensive at the idea of staying in a tree house, but that was all lost upon arrival at the Tree House. It's more of a house in a tree, with running water and power, a nice kitchen and living room, a full size bed, and a king size bed! The use of materials and natural light really surprised me. It must have taken Skye a lot of work to create this, let alone envision it all, and make it a reality.
There were 5 of us staying in the Tree House, my mother, brother and his lady, myself and mine, and we all had plenty of room and were very comfortable. It rained while we were there, which it often does in Volcano, but we stayed warm and dry during our stay.
I would recommend this for anyone who isn't afraid to try something new, it was truly a unique experience I would do again myself given the chance.
Hope this sheds a little light on this for anyone reading reviews before booking their stay, and eases any appreciation anyone may have about staying in a tree house in a rain forest.
Thanks again to Skye for letting us stay in this truley one of a kind work of art.
A MUST DO for everyone's bucket list
Our family of 5 (including 3 boys ages 12, 14, 15) stayed here for 4 nights while exploring volcanoes park. Skye is a wonderful guy who takes the time to give helpful information about Volcanoes Park. Just the road getting to the treehouse is so very cool that my husband got it on film (and he's not one to take many videos or pictures). If you are out of shape, or cannot climb steps then it may not be for you. But for adventure seekers and nature lover's, it's a must do.
Amazing Experience!
Treehouse #2 was our home for 3 nights. My teenage son and I felt is was such a unique adventure that will be the most memorable for us during our stay on the Island. Just getting to the location and walking through the magical path to the treehouse, especially at night, was an adventure in itself. I now know that the Coqui tree frog really does say "Ko-Kee" because that's who will be serenading you during your stay.
Skye was a great host and truly lives the eco-friendly life and appreciates and respects the beauty of nature as evident in the treeshouses he built. Maholo
Loved It!
We're a family of 5 (3 teenagers) that wanted to spend some time in the Volcano National Park area. The treehouse was awesome! Yes, a little tight, but we were in a tree, so what can you expect! Overall, we were very comfortable for the two nights we stayed. Skye gave us some great tips regarding the park and nearby dining - he seemed like a really good guy. I was shocked by how well built the house is, within a tree, in a remote location. Overall, a safe, beautiful experience that I doubt we'll ever replicate at any other location.
One of the best experiences ever!
Our stay at Skye's treehouse # 2 was exemplary. We were out of words when Skye introduced us to the place. The care and love that went into building the house is very apparent. It is easily accessible from the Volcano village by car; it's a 10 minute drive and a 15 minute drive to the national park. Even though it was a tree house, it had all the basic facilities: electricity, warm water, a small kitchen & a fireplace. The experience of staying there was second to none. We felt on top of the world in the middle of the forest, all by ourselves and it was a very romantic setting. We will surely recommend this place to anyone.
Our family of 5 (three teens) absolutely LOVED this!! Skye - amazing!
We booked Skye's "Treehouse #2" for two nights during our tour of Hawaii's big island; having read all his reviews and his info, I thought our kids (three teens) and my wife would absolutely LOVE it, which they did, to put it mildly. It is a work of art, and amazing construction, all built by Skye himself. There are an abundance of windows, so you truly feel you're living in the treetops. I'm sure the stars are great too, however it was cloudy and raining for our two days there so we instead enjoyed the pitter-patter of the rain and the completely dry treehouse. Yes, it has a fully functional bathroom and shower and simple kitchen, along with a wood stove and propane heater when necessary. I imagine this would be incredible for honeymooners as well as families, and is very secluded and romantic. Truly a unique experience.
To those who only enjoy being pampered in "5-star" hotels like the St. Regis, Four Seasons, etc - this may not be for you. One needs certain expectations, and a sense of adventure and fun to appreciate this; if that's you, do NOT miss it, trust me.
Map
Active lava flowing from Kilauea Volcano at Pu'u O'o vent on Kilauea.
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Rates & Availability
- Available
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Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning Fee | $75 |
| Additional Guest Fee | $25 per person per night |
Custom Skye block print souvenir TreeHouse T-shirts available for men, women, children.
Deposit check by snail mail, balance on arrival.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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