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Escape to Volcano Kahaualea Cottage, a secluded retreat nestled in 3 acres of lush Hawaiian rainforest. Constructed from repurposed woods and renovated with love, this cozy abode offers vaulted ceilings, SMART TV for streaming entertainment and free WiFi throughout. The electric fireplace provides warmth while the large tiled shower is perfect for relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 3579 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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.

    *** A new internet provider finally became available for the house in 2025!! The internet has been updated and is no longer slow as many reviews have mentioned.

    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!

    Book with confidence—this is a licensed, legal vacation rental managed by professionals with decades of local experience. Always double check that you are booking a place that is operating legally in Hawaii - no surprises, just aloha!
    TA-091-880-4992-01
    STVR-19-351962
    NUC-19-642

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the neighborhood

Royal Hawaiian Estates, a neighborhood in Volcano, is home to this cottage. Volcano Golf and Country Club and Volcano Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Akatsuka Orchid Gardens and Aloha Candy Company. Volcano Art Center and Gallery and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting. Visit our Volcano travel guide
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Volcano, HI

What's nearby

  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    15 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass
    10 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Akatsuka Orchid Gardens
    11 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Volcano Garden Arts
    13 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Volcano House
    17 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Uncle George's Lounge at Volcano House
    20 min drive
  • The Rim Restaurant
    20 min drive
  • Lanikai Brewing Company - Volcano Taproom
    16 min drive
  • Rico’s Tacos
    15 min drive
  • Lava Rock Cafe
    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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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).

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was awesome!Great location close to Volcano. Cottage is nice and cozy and comes with natural night noises to lull you to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Nice private spot near Volcanoes national Park

We spent a few days here to visit the park. The grounds are beautiful and the accommodations were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jhernie E.

Excellent 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: Gorgeous, private. Everything we could have hoped for. We'll be returning soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shannon B.

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

Adorable

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

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

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

Great location and wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful time at this location. Clean, well appointed, and quiet. Note the internet can be slow and there are no blinds on the windows, but these were minor inconveniences to the otherwise very positive experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

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

Lovely secluded hideaway

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

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Codi W.

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

Hawaii hiking

Was an amazing location and places. Made me feel connect with the outside. Very quiet in terms of human activity(traffic,neighborhood). Enjoyed the sound of the birds around the property. Close to the national park if you wanting to do some hiking or catch an eruption.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xavier S.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Great cottage!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an excellent stay! The cottage was perfect for our needs - just as the listing and positive reviews promised.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah R.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marzi V.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla R.

Cozy cottage stay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: had an amazing time - very peaceful and such a beautiful cottage with even more beautiful surrounding
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Peaceful retreat close to VNP.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Stayed here for four nights, and would definitely return given the opportunity. Property was easy to find, and extremely peaceful. Bring a flashlight if arriving after dark, as the cottage is deep in the property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Taryn O.

Beautiful, secluded location close to Volcano National Park.

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: We enjoyed our stay at the Volcano Kahaualea Cottage. After spending several nights in Kona on the shoreline, staying here let us experience the lush greenery and cooler temperatures of the eastern side of the island. We enjoyed the proximity to Volcano National Park. Our interactions with the property management company were great.
From a partner site

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Volcanoes 2024

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