A Private Getaway in the Rainforest. One mile from Volcano National Park.

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1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

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Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Volcano, HI

Kīlauea Visitor Center
‪5 min drive‬
Volcano House
‪6 min drive‬
Kilauea Military Camp
‪7 min drive‬
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Please download and use the VRBO Vacation Rental app while while traveling. It will make your trip easier and more enjoyable. Thank you!
Also, we do not recommend using a GPS as we have received comments that it may lead you elsewhere.

A Welcome Guide will be sent to you 3 days prior to your arrival with Directions, Door code, ect.

The room is a cozy studio attached to the home with its own private coded entrance. It has a King Size bed, Bathroom,
Microwave,Toaster, Coffee maker and refrigerator. It also includes cable TV and WiFi for your convenience. There is no stove or oven

There is a two acre, private tropical garden with two teahouses, one overlooking a Koi Pond for your enjoyment. We are one mile from the Volcano National Park.

The unit is only for adults age 25 and up.
No smoking . $250.00 fee if smoking has occurred
No drugs of any kind. Doing so will result in vacate order and police called .
Do not bring outside guests onto property or into unit without prior permission
The carport is for your use during your stay. Please be aware of backing out from carport.
WE NO LONGER ALLOW TRUCKS, VANS, JEEP WRANGLERS OR ANY OTHER LARGE VEHICLES ON PROPERTY. NO EXCEPTIONS!
We are usually on property if you need anything or have questions.
Aloha and Welcome!

Property manager

Jim

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

No outside visitors or guests without permission

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We no longer allow large vehicles like Jeep Wranglers, trucks or Vans. No exceptions.

No illicit drugs allowed. you will be asked to leave.

Please remove your shoes before entering the unit.

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: No outside visitors or guests without permission

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number W53561710-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Volcano

Located in Volcano, this apartment is in the mountains. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kīlauea Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aloha Candy Company and Akatsuka Orchid Gardens. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking and cycling in the area.

Volcano, HI

What's nearby

Kīlauea Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Volcano House - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Kilauea Military Camp - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
Volcano Golf and Country Club - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
Kilauea - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

‪Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Thai Thai Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Volcano Garden Arts - ‬5 min drive
‪Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - ‬3 min drive
‪Big O's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Private Getaway in the Rainforest. One mile from Volcano National Park. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Private Getaway in the Rainforest. One mile from Volcano National Park. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Private Getaway in the Rainforest. One mile from Volcano National Park. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Private Getaway in the Rainforest. One mile from Volcano National Park. located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Cooper Center and Aloha Candy Company. Kilauea Iki Overlook and Thurston Lava Tube are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Alicia H.

21 Apr, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staycation

The location was good for going to the National park. The road conditions getting to the property we okay, careful with low cars. The places itself was very cute. Check in and out was easy. There was a binder with places nearby to visit, eat, and explore.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart O.

23 Mar, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good option near

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean B.

18 Mar, 2025

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not very clean

Cobwebs all over. Windows, under the bed, large spider in the bathroom.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel William C.

3 Mar, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

30 Jan, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Pretty nice hotel Check in was a bit confusing and crowded

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Dan C.

24 Jan, 2025

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

We were happy to leave

Booked unit re location to Volcano National Park. Showed nice inside-pleasant surroundings. Bought groceries to enable cooking meals during stay. Disappointed to discover no stove. By definition a “kitchenette “ usually includes small cooktop Host blamed us us not doing “homework” re amenities finalizing comment “I don’t want you to stay because if you do you’ll give me a terrible review”. Wanted to leave but said no refund so stayed. Closer look at pics proved host right, only microwave, coffee pot, hot water kettle, toaster. Scant to say the least. No large bowl for salad, no soup spoons—used teaspoons. No space to eat on table. Ate meals on lap. One thin dish towel, no potholders to remove hot food from microwave. No ice trays—wouldn’t fit anyway. Freezer needed defrosting. No can opener to open can of tuna for hike next day. Sign next to shower says conserve water. Took 2 minutes to get hot water—we timed it. Moldy shower curtain. Spongy toilet seat smelly and unsanitary. Musty, moldy odor, dust in corners of room and under bed. Outlets not working to charge devices. Breaker bar next to TV reliable. Very cold. Space heater provided more dust than heat. A 2-star rating and a question: what’s with the Thai food ban??

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

19 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Volcano hideaway w beautiful gardens

Quiet and extremely convenient to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The room was as advertised and had everything needed—plates, bowls, utensils, cleaning supplies, paper towels, small refrigerator, toaster and coffee pot. Comfortable bed and TV. Electric heater for cool mornings. Big windows to the garden area. The town had a nice laundromat and a few convenience stores w the basics. Hilo is only 40min away for bigger grocery stores and more restaurants. .

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean C.

11 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable self contained suite with ample privacy

Natural beauty in this large thoughtfully designed garden property with pathways to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Lots of privacy and quiet space to unwind, enjoy the garden of rhododendrons and other beautiful species.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

9 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote and beautiful

Just don’t look for the property for the first time at night— it’s very tucked away on a rough road! But a perfect place to stay at night after visiting the volcano national park, very peaceful, clean and well appointed. Huge comfy bed! The host has some highly specific rules, but nothing we couldn’t comply with.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ultra run support crew

We decided to stay in Volcano instead of driving in the dark to help provide support for our ultra-runner - Cooper Center to Black Sands.Lovely little house. We had a fabulous getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose J.

31 Dec, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

We loved our stay!! The drive to the location felt like an adventure in the rainforest. The property comes with a beautiful history. We enjoyed walking through the gardens and waking up surrounded by the trees. Better experience than our stay at the Volcano House! Thank you for opening up your home to us.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter D.

30 Dec, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of Paradise

Clean, comfortable accommodations in the heart of the rainforest…wake up to the birds calling each morning. Endless adventures abound with this great home base!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

30 Nov, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful place to stay

We very much enjoyed our stay. Close proximity to the national park and a beautiful backyard space to enjoy and relax in. The accommodation had everything we could possibly need.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vera

17 Nov, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The gardens are so beautiful and amazing. It’s like staying in a botanical garden. Jim was great with communication and responsive. Beautiful property and great stay.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jean H.

10 Nov, 2024

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very moist and not very clean

It rained the day we were supposed to arrive, and our host gave us an hour’s notice that he was denying access for that night, so we had to quickly find a place to stay. We arrived the next day, and stayed 3 nights. Everything was damp and clammy. I don’t think the unit ever dried out. Spiders and webs everywhere, but maybe that’s typical for a rain forest. We were not happy with the unit but felt we did not have alternative options since our host said he would not refund us.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

30 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unexpected Beauty in the Rainforest

We had a wonderful stay at Jim's property. We had seen some reviews talk about the beautful gardens, but we had no idea! For plant lovers, gardeners, or simply nature lovers, this is the place for you! The property is full of old growth ohias, hapu'u ferns, and countless varieties of flowers and plants. The most special however are the numerous vireya rhododendrons! Absolutely amazing. The guest suite has everything you need for a comfortable stay, and the street is quiet and secluded, but the highlight for us was definitely the beautiful walking paths throughout the gardens. Thank you for sharing such a magical place with us Jim!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Stay

Amazingly calm and peaceful setup surrounded by nature. Birds were chirping all night and we slept like a baby.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Adam L.

25 Sept, 2024

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Good location, but old and musty.

Located in the rainforest near Volcanos NP. The studio had basic necessities, but not much more. Very strong musty smell and lots of rules including no Thai food allowed. Bathroom very small and shower head located about chest high. Not in the cleanest condition.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis I.

25 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location/ quiet get-away

Located right outside of the NP entrance, but far enough away from main roads that you felt like you were in your own little world.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virgil A.

9 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

Spent four nights there. Lovely stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia S.

4 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Perfect stay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

21 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Studio in a Garden

The location of the town of Volcano is unique. The studio was down a beautiful one lane road surrounded by lovely plants and foliage . The studio accommodation itself was just right for 2 people. It was very comfortable and well equipped. Walking through the large garden was calming and inspirational. There are easy paths through flowers , shrubs and trees, with a koi pond and seats along the way. We were very fortunate to be able to reserve this year for my birthday. Mahalo!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rina S.

10 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

20 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot, so close to the park

Perfect place to stay while exploring Volcano National Park. Felt like we were in a private rain forest retreat. The space is a good size, bed was very comfortable, and it had all the amenities you need. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth R.

19 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was nice.

It was a nice property.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jim

I am a Fifth generation Island boy, who grew up on Oahu. I spent a number of my childhood summers here in Volcano prior to our family building a second home here in the Village. I now live in the home along with my two cats, Kaneboy and Lanigirl. I love the big isle and think it has so much to offer. Volcano is the best place for weary travelers to come for a day or two of relaxation.

Why they chose this property

Our property is very unique and well known in the village due to the garden. My father started planting over 35 years ago and it has turned into a beautiful place with paths, rhododendrons, native Hawaiian plants, two tea houses and a koi pond. It was our second home when I was younger and I spent many summers here in Volcano. Additionally, my Mother spent many Summers here too, as did many of the old Kamaaina families. There is a lot of history is this part of the island. Tall tales, and some not so tall.

What makes this property unique

Volcano Village lends itself to quiet, nature, friendly people and community. However we value our privacy here too, making a great place to rest for a day or two before heading home, Kona or another island.

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English

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