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Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 3579 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park

Volcano Kahaualea Cottage, a perfect place to explore the East Side of the Big Island, from the village of Volcano, Hawaii. Retreat from the world in privacy on 3 acres of lush forest. The cottage, constructed in 1982 and completely renovated in 2018 was artfully built from repurposed woods. The interior has vaulted ceilings throughout the single space and lots of windows onto the green surroundings.

The kitchen with concrete counters has a full size range and oven, refrigerator and enough counter space and small appliances to prepare meals. Dining seating is at the high top table for two inside or on the back lanai. There is a comfortable loveseat and SMART TV for streaming entertainment in the living area. Free WiFi throughout the Cottage. The electric fireplace can be turned on for heat and/or visual flames. The queen size bed has views of the forest from two angles. There is an air mattress that can be set up near the bed for a third person. The gorgeous bathroom hosts a large, tiled shower, toilet, sink and good sized closet. We've stocked the home for your comfort and use during your stay in Volcano. E Komo Mai (Welcome)!


This cottage is located on a very private forested 3 acres of Hawaiian rainforest. A romantic haven! A centralized location to explore the whole east side and to explore the now open Hawaii Volcano National Park.
It is located on 3 square acres of rainforest. 4.5 miles from the volcano National Park. Extremely private. Road is gravel for 3/10 of a mile but easily passable by even low clearance rental cars. Check out Volcano Village with a few wonderful restaurants and art shops. Ask us about the weekly farmer's market!

This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-091-880-4992-01
STVR-19-351962
NUC-19-642

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 579 square feet
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Parking available
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
The price is $285
includes taxes & fees
$245 per night
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-091-880-4992-01, GE-091-880-4992-01

Property is also known as

2624-198256
Darling Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park
Newly Renovated Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park

About the neighborhood

Map
Volcano, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass - 11 min drive
  • Akatsuka Orchid Gardens - 12 min drive
  • Volcano House - 20 min drive
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 20 min drive
  • Kilauea - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Thai Thai Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Volcano Garden Arts - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Big O's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park located?

Located in Royal Hawaiian Estates, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Akatsuka Orchid Gardens. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Volcano Garden Arts are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Beautiful Little Cabin!
We thoroughly enjoyed this clean, cozy cabin out in the lush landscape! So many birds and coqui frogs, and much privacy! Beautiful grounds!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

Best, most relaxing VRBO we’ve ever stayed in!
We were here for our honeymoon and this place was exactly as advertised. Quiet, relaxing, and well maintained! The frogs and the rain lulled us to sleep every night and became something we were looking forward to every night.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Lovely secluded hideaway
Close to national park. Good kitchen, very comfortable beds. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cary A. L., La Mirada, CA

Good cottage
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marzi V.

Beautiful, clean and private property
We spent the last part of our honeymoon here, it was incredible so clean and private. We loved to hear the rain in the middle of the night so relaxing. I also very much appreciated the property managers reaching out a few times to make sure our stay was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Beautiful and secluded
Great location right next to Volcanoes National Park. Cabin was very clean and a perfect romantic location for our anniversary trip
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lindalei K.

Very comfortable cottage.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second stay. It’s a perfect staycation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Volcanoes 2024
Beautiful secluded space. Quiet cottage in the fern forest. A bit chilly at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Keleen P.

Beautiful Cottage
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved our stay. The home was emaculate; very clean. The kitchen is nice. It had everything needed to prepare meals, which we did each day we were there. We fell asleep each night listening to the frogs and rain hitting the tin roof. We had a very nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

rain forrest retreat
quiet, scenic ,private ,tree fern,ohia,close to Volcano NP, modern convienencies,clean and well supplied
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Lovely cottage with complete privacy
Very private cottage in the fern forrest. The cottage has all the modern amenities. Very cozy and comfortable during our whole stay to visit the Volcano National Park nearby. We will definately return on our next visit to the Big Island as our two nights visit to the Volcano was simply too short.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Amazing little cottage in jungle
Worked amazingly for us, calm close to the park!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah R.

Perfect Getaway
We loved everything about this secluded property; it had everything we needed to be comfortable. It was clean and cozy and quiet and the perfect spot to come back to after exploring Volcanoes National Park. We would book again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel J.

Beautiful location but uncomfortable bed
We loved the location and property but the bed was pretty uncomfortable. Only reason why I removed one star.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Big Island Bliss
What a gem. My wife and I stayed at this cottage during a portion of our Hawaii vacation. It’s private, clean, has tasteful amenities + a great location for Volcanoes NP activities. Loved our stay, would absolutely visit again and would recommend it for any couple or solo traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Tropical Forest Getaway
We loved this cottage! It is away from everything, you barely can see the neighbors home. Sooo quiet at night except for birds and frogs. The cottage was everything we expected from the pictures and description. I highly recomend this place. Keep one thing in mind-you are isolated, the tropical forest is dark at night, you must drive a dirt road to get there. If this sounds good to you it is. Perfect for our visits to Volcano National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

AMAZING
We loved everything about the cottage. It was spotless, stylish, cozy, absolutely perfecta
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie K.

Perfect volcano stay for two
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My boyfriend and I stayed here for two nights while visiting Volcano National Park. We loved this place! It was tastefully designed and felt cozy. The fireplace was a great touch. The bathroom and shower were nice. We were also happy to have a washer and dryer. They have a fairly well stocked kitchen other than no coffee when we first got there. Everything was clean and in working order. The rainforest is loud at night but we did not mind it. The WiFi was very spotty and there is no internet out there otherwise, so be mindful if you require constant internet for any reason. We were unable to load Netflix, Hulu, etc at times. We would definitely stay here again and overall highly recommend this as the perfect volcano stay for two!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel b.

Great cabin and communication!
This place was awesome and the communication with property manager was so good. We really enjoyed it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Rainforest Seclusion
Amazing exterior views, cozy interior, and super close to Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Driveway and parking is a little tricky but the ambiance is worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank C., Welsh la

Great
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Lovely Cottage. Great Location
This was a fun place to stay for our visit to the big island. The gravel roads leading to the property and the density of foliage make it feel remote, but you are a short drive from Volcano Village, VNP, and Hilo. Inside the cottage is beautiful and clean. We definitely recommend staying here and would stay again if we ever return to this area. A few things to consider: 1) Grab any groceries you want in Hilo or someplace you see on your drive from the south, before you get to Volcano. 2). Bring your warmies! It can be damp and chilly in this rainforest, especially at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James H.

Loved our stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Best Airbnb/VRBO I’ve stayed in. Great location, clean, property was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R.

Volcano house
Such a magical place and so peaceful. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eun-Young M.

Quiet and cozy
It was very close to the Volcanoes national park. Quiet and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Volcano
Structure Type
Cottage