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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 354 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Volcano, Hawaii
  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Akatsuka Orchid Gardens
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Volcano Garden Arts
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Volcano

At this cottage you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Akatsuka Orchid Gardens. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
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What's nearby

  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass - 11 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Akatsuka Orchid Gardens - 12 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Volcano House - 20 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 20 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Kilauea - 31 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 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

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 transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

  • No pets 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
On-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park?

No, Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park?

No, pets are not allowed.

Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Todd N., Afton, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
A few glitches but as advertised
We stayed in this little cottage for two nights during our trip to the Volcano National Park. The cottage is cute and exactly as pictured. It is very close to Volcano and a short drive to the park. The road is a very rough but able to be driven by any rental car. The property manager is very responsive and handled a small issue we had with the gate lock very quickly. We didn’t have any issues with frog noise as we ran the dehumidifier and it acted like white noise. There are just two small things to know. There are no shades whatsoever. The issue we had was during a full moon, it is extremely bright right on the hear of the bed. It would be nice to be able to just block that a bit as it is an extremely beautiful but extremely bright moon out there. The other is the WiFi. We didn’t have a great cell signal so we were hoping to use the WiFi to make some of our plans for the next day. Despite resetting it as suggested by the property manager, we never saw over .95 mbps and that was when it worked at all. We were not there for TV or streaming but future renters should be aware of it in case its needed it for some reason.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable
We had an amazing stay here. It was clean, cozy and adorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Kahaualea Cottage
Beautiful, secluded property. The cottage is surrounded by ferns and trees. The cottage is comfortable and cozy with all the amenities needed for your stay. The electric fireplace is a special treat on the cool evenings. Although there are neighbors, you feel like you are all alone. The communication with the property managers was excellent. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private tropical cottage
Great location and charming interior layout. Always appreciate nice art on the walls. Very private and tropical surroundings. The kokee frogs will serenade you in the evening. The WiFi could have been stronger and a bit more kitchenware would be nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Duane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with easy access to Volcanoes National Park
Very secluded location. Cabin layout was cozy and modern. Kitchen had all necessary appliances, dishes, pans, and utensils. Cooler and ice packs were available for use. If the frog noise bothers you turn on the dehumidifier. That helped a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Varvara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
I absolutely loved the experience! Instructions were clear. The place is gorgeous and it was the best best vacation I've ever had
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect quiet cabin in the jungle, close to NP
Wow! This rental truely has a wow factor: quiet neighborhood, jungle setting, flowers, cleanliness, and amenities. And decor. If you’re looking for a beautiful, quaint getaway, this place is it! This is one of the best vacation rentals we have stayed at. Will look for again if we return to the Big Island. Mahalo!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

merilee m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Getaway
It was secluded, yet we'll within driving distance of anything you may want to do... or you can just stay in. Thanks for a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we wanted and more.
This property gave us the home away from home feeling but yet felt soo far away! We absolutley loved staying here being so secluded and away from society. From the booking, to the checking in/out, to communications was a breeze with no stress at all! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G., Anchorage, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Marzi V.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Anna G., University Place

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Volcanoes 2024
Beautiful secluded space. Quiet cottage in the fern forest. A bit chilly at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Cary A. L., La Mirada, CA

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

8/10 Good

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wet and green!
Great place if you are ok with darkness and jungle. Neighbors were not too close. No blinds so if some was outside, they could definitely see in. Place was clean and tidy. Would have liked better lighting outside but place was a nice vaction stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Casey R., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream rainforest getaway!
Staying at this rainforest cottage was an absolute dream! It felt totally private yet safe as you often see neighbors walking their dogs as you drive up to the property. The cottage had everything we needed, and we really appreciated having a laundry and iron board as we eloped during our stay and needed to fix our outfits the morning of. The contact that I was given was always responsive and friendly. I was prepared for loud noises at night because of the reviews, but honestly the croaking frogs were not a bother at all, and my husband is a light sleeper too. The sounds for us were very faint. We did not see any wild pigs but we did hear their movements under the house a few times, which made for a very exciting experience! The cottage was close to Volcano National Park so if you have that on your to-do list, this would be a great option. The bed was also quite comfy. Overall, everything was wonderful and we are so happy with our decision to stay here during our time on the Big Island. Mahalo!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Rebekah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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