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Your own private cottage in the woods
A wooden house surrounded by lush tropical plants and a garden.
Room
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Private Cottage In The Rain Forest TA065882726401

Cozy, private rain forest retreat cottage situated above Kona in the Kaloko Mauka Honua'ula Forest Reserve. Located on a 3-acre property, this cottage is set away in a lush forest of Ohia trees and Hapu'u tree ferns. Enjoy the sweet aroma of ginger surrounding this one bedroom cottage--perfect for a romantic getaway! Escape the heat of the Kona coast and come explore the mauka forest and trails of Kaloko with excellent bird watching at this cool elevation of 2300 feet. We are located 2 miles above the upper Mamalahoa Highway in a rural setting. Only 10 minutes to the airport, town of Kona, and beaches. This cottage has a great back deck for star gazing and enjoying your meal. The living room is furnished with a comfy double recliner, desk, and swivel mounted 43-inch flat screen TV that can also be viewed from the dining area, DVD player, and WiFi/streaming. The kitchen has granite counter tops, equipped with a full-size refrigerator, counter top induction burner, coffee maker, and electric barbecue out back.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GE-065-882-7264-01, TA-065-882-7264-01
Property # 918187vb
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located in Kailua-Kona, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Don's Mai Tai Bar and MY BAR & Nightclub - LGBTQ Friendly Hot Spot. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Big Island Country Club - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park - 12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pine Tree Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fireart Cuisine - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cottage In The Rain Forest TA065882726401 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Cottage In The Rain Forest TA065882726401?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage In The Rain Forest TA065882726401?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cottage In The Rain Forest TA065882726401?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Cottage In The Rain Forest TA065882726401 located?

Located in the heart of Kailua-Kona, this golf cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Lyman Kona Coffee Farms and Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay. Clean, quiet. Tucked away but not too far from things we wanted to do/see. Great communication. Perfect stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great location in a beautiful setting and the rain forest did not disappoint! Very relaxing away from the beach crowds and traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hubert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful surroundings. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and responsive. Lots of windows and sliding glass doors to view the scenery and feel like you were in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a gorgeous property that I wish we could have explored. Lodging is perfect with all needed accessories for a day at the beach. Location is very convenient to Kona.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely picture perfect stay. Impressively decorated and incredibly comfortable cottage with a lot of quiet and privacy. It's only a partial kitchen, but that being said, it's stocked with so many additional appliances that it's easy to cook something simple for yourself if you need to.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary was very welcoming and made every effort to make our 2 week stay a delight. The cottage and extensive private tropical gardens make a fantastic retreat.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage and property. Host was very welcoming and helpful. Would definitely recommend staying here for a relaxing stay in a wonderful spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s very difficult to describe in this short space how special this place is. You feel like you’re in the middle of the rain forest yet you have all the amenities of a five star hotel. I especially love the little make up make up mirror (other VRBO hosts take note! ) Our host could not have been more helpful despite some miscommunication on my part.(thank you for your patience!!) she was helpful at every juncture. This place was a place that I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone that would like to relax, unwind, and just step away from the world for a while. My only regret is that we didn’t have enough time to stay there! Linda & Ron
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place with a beautiful garden has all the amenities you need highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was like staying in the middle of a botanical garden.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage and the property are just magical! The climate is quite different at 2,400 ft elevation - nice and cool. The creatures are fun to find - geckos and coqui frogs! The pheasants visit to say hello. Mary is a gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful when we had questions. This was my first time trying vrbo, my girlfriend and I had a wonderful time. If you're looking for a beautiful and secluded scenery. This is the place to stay, would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very private and in a beautiful setting in the rain Forrest, wild pheasants came to visit everyday, Mary was a great hostess, we would stay again and recommend to our family and friends
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful surroundings. Private cottage. Good amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is incredible! Even the previous reviews didn’t prepare me for how wonderful this house is. It was exceptionally clean and so very cute inside and out. We were here for my wife’s 50th birthday and it did not disappoint. There’s so much to like about it. The design of the interior and exterior really make this house standout as a piece of paradise. We sat on the porch every night after activities on the island and relaxed while we listened to the sounds of the cloud forest (which, there is conveniently guided tours available 5 minutes down the road at Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary). The pheasants were adorable and visited us every day for a quick snack before going about their day. One of the days, we decided to travel to the east side of the island and ended up staying the night somewhere else. We could not wait to return to this property. It’s that great. It’s so close to so many things to do on the island whether it’s snorkeling, luaus, breakfast/dinner options or just Walmart. I can’t say enough good things about this property and I’m so very glad we found it. We were so sad to leave after a week.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great private location in the mountains a few minutes from Kona.Loved being away, but not too far, from downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house and the details in the decor and lighting, but as other reviewers have stated, the yard and gardens are the show stopper- absolutely beautiful! And as a birder you can’t beat the back porch for bird watching and feeding the pheasants. The kitchen is small but we had everything we needed to make our meals there. You will not find a better accommodation for the price on the island. Don’t miss the Kona cloud forest and the sound meditation journey just up the street- it’s worth the price.
Living room
Living room and kitchen
Grounds
Back porch sunset
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was so magical. We loved the privacy, quiet, and incredible nature surrounding us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and definitely worth it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we expected and more! This was our first of four locations we stayed at on our first trip to Hawaii and it was the best of the lot. It is located in the rain forest so it was quiet and we saw all forms of flowers and wildlife during the day. Then at night we had a spectacular view of a moonless sky full of stars and the coquis sang us to sleep. The front had a seating area with a view of the garden, the bedroom had a patio door to the large deck and additional seating options with another large garden where we could hand-feed the pheasants and there was a third patio door off the living area. All the typical amenities provided including a large TV, games, books, etc plus sunscreen and bug spray. There was plenty of dishes as well as seasonings and the refrigerator was stocked with a variety of condiments. Our host really thought of everything with bathroom products, room fresheners, even binoculars! We definitely would choose this location again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures cannot do the property/cottage justice- this is a spectacular rainforest paradise! Well-appointed, comfortable, and the temperature up in the forest was welcome respite from the heat in Kailua town. Host has thought of everything and communication was easy. Do not hesitate to book this property- it will be a highlight of your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was so amazing! It was so secluded and surrounded by gorgeous plants and wildlife. Mary was very responsive and helped make our stay incredibly pleasant. It was only about 15 min from the main Kona area and super close to the start of the Kona coffee belt. The place was clean, well stocked and had a lot of outdoor lounging areas for the days we didn’t travel much. There was even a cute little family of pheasants that would visit us every morning. It was such a cool way to enjoy the island, I would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about our stay and can’t wait to go back. This cottage in the rainforest is absolutely perfect. The property is beautiful and Mary is so helpful. If you want to truly feel like you are on vacation on the Big Island this is the place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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