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6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat.

Family-friendly holiday home in Volcano

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Nestled in the lush hapu'u fern and ʻōhi'a rainforest, Fern Cottage is a cozy retreat across from Volcano Village. Comfortably sleeping 2-5 people, this charming house features a spacious covered half wrap-around deck with views of the surrounding forest on its half acre property.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat.

Hawaii State Tax ID: 148-388-6592-01. Hawai'i County IDs: STVR 19-345557, NUC 19-293

Aloha! E komo mai. Welcome to Fern Cottage. Located across from Volcano Village, and just minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, we invite you to make our fully permitted house your home away from home during your next visit.

Like our other highly reviewed property (VRBO #403855), we have attempted to make Fern Cottage a perfect retreat for friends, couples, and small groups or families that wish to experience the peaceful Volcano lifestyle at its best. We also offer a wonderful retreat for kama'aina looking to get away. Comfortably nestled in the lush hapu'u fern and ʻōhi'a rainforest, you will find our location offers relaxing comfort and privacy all the while keeping you close to the variety nearby attractions the Big Island has to offer.

Our house is a cozy but spacious 900 sq ft 2 bed/1 bath house that sleeps 2-5 people comfortably. The high vaulted pine ceiling and wood floors naturally juxtapose with the green views of lush vegetation visible from all the numerous large windows throughout the house. A spacious covered half wrap-around deck greets you as you exit the house, and provides an excellent location to take in the views of the surrounding forest on our half acre property.

Both bedrooms have high-quality comfortable queen-size beds and a queen-size sleeper sofa is available to provide a third bed to accomodate your party's needs. The master bedroom has its own entry door to the covered porch. The main living/sleeping area is only accessible by stairs; therefore, we are unfortunately not accessible for visitors with disabilities that prevent the climbing of steps. For families looking to stay with us, we prefer there be at least one adult per child, if possible.

As with our other property, we strive to provide a warm and inviting stress-free yet affordable alternative to the big resorts. We hope you like what you see here and choose Hale Hubner Fern Cottage for you next visit to the Big Island. Mahalo!

Keywords: Cottage, Bungalow, Hideaway, Refuge, Volcano Vacation Rental

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 900 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50/pet. Pets not permitted on furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

$105 per Night! 6 Mins From Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage

About the area

Map
Volcano, HI

What's nearby

  • Volcano Garden Arts - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Volcano House - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Volcano Golf and Country Club - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rim Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Uncle George's Lounge at Volcano House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crater Rim Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rico’s Tacos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lava Rock Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at 6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat. located?

This family-friendly Volcano holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Aloha Candy Company and Volcano Garden Arts. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Reviews

6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat. Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Volcanoes National Park

Property was exactly as listed. We were very happy with the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

A great overnight stay

The whole process was made simple by the owner and the description and instructions were clear and precise. Beautiful place and so close to the national park. Thanks Matt, we’re all grateful and appreciative.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

Great place!

Loved our stay. Nice assortment of board games, beautiful forest surround, had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

lark l.

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

Beautiful home to explore Volcano National Park

Gorgeous, well-maintained cabin in lush woods near park entrance. Everything high quality—confy beds, good kitchen, grill on patio!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

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

Very unique stay in a rainforest

We had an excellent stay here! This is such a unique spot, surrounded by the rainforest, and the place is big and very comfortable. There's excellent directions for using things in the place, and it's very close to the visitor center for the national park. Would definitely recommende
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

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

Woodland Adventure

Spacious cottage close to Volcano National Park. Tucked in woods. Easy to live in and enjoy. Nearness to Park a great advantage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah G.

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

Volcano

Great place for a short stay. Could have used more illumination outside by the gate and front steps. Controls and electronics are a bit confusing. Overall, nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Relaxing & beautiful

It was so peaceful & lovely! We would stay again! So close & comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Great place to stay before visiting the Volcano National Park

We loved our short stay at this beautiful condo. It was a great size for our family of 5. Very conveniently located and even had to go cups for our morning coffee! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Perfect Oasis

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The property was tucked into lush greenery and beautiful rainforest surroundings. The fireplace was cozy for the cool nights. The porch and rockers made for the perfect spot to enjoy Kona coffee. The location proximity to VNP was super convenient. Matt was extremely responsive and helpful. We have already recommended his property to friends and will certainly choose to stay here again if we return to the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy H., Brookfield, Wisconsin

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

Beautiful setting close to VNP

We really enjoyed our stay! It is in such a peaceful setting. We enjoyed coffee on the beautiful porch. So nice that it is so close to Volcano National Park and Volcano Village. We took advantage of this great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

Gateway to Volcano

Great location for launching into the National Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

P M.

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

Nice place to stay

We found the property description accurate and felt that a lot of care and consideration had been put into outfitting and decorating the house. It is close to the park and the town of Volcano, and is located on a forested lot that provides good privacy. A good choice if you wish to visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Great property

Easy checkin and clean house. Great location close to the Volcano park. Charming home. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

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

A beautiful home

Staying at Hake Hubner Fern Cottage was a real treat. It is a beautiful, comfortable cottage and I would not hesitate to recommend it to other travellers. We made use of the beach towels and cooler for a trip to Green Sand Beach and Black Sand Beach (turtles!). And we went hiking in Volcanoes National Park which is just down the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiaan B.

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

A beautiful secluded retreat in the rainforest near the national park

This house has everything you need. A big kitchen (although going out for diner in Volcano is no punishment either), a beautiful terrace and garden, nice beds and comfy sleeping rooms. The house is nice and quite and had a overall finish with great eye for detail. Especially all the electronic equipment, from dish washer to laundry facilities is an asset to your stay. We would definitely come back on a next visit. Thanks for everything Mike & Tara!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

David F.

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

Fantastic house

We’ve stayed in dozen’s of houses around the world and Mat’s house was the most organized and best supplied we’d ever seen. It had everything. We had a hiccup the first night in that the gas had been turned off so we could turn on the stove (and it is cold!) but Mat figured out the problem the next morning. This is house perfect for a chill holiday. However, we wouldn’t recommend it for anyone working remotely. This is because the internet is about 500 kbps so video calls or streaming is not realistic. Normally, we would have deferred to a hotspot off our cellphone for wifi but the coverage is weak at the house at so it’s not any better than the wifi. We ended up having to reschedule most meetings or go to the park where the cellphone coverage is better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin type feel. Great location for exploring the national park and the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Great place near the park

We really enjoyed our stay. It was quiet, clean, and comfortable. It had plenty of space for our family. The location can’t be beat. It’s a little rustic but I thought that was part of the charm. You are 5 minutes from the park so if you are there for an eruption you can’t be much closer without sleeping in the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Liam M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Could Be Great With Small Improvements

I really wanted to love this rental, but unfortunately it fell short in several key areas.First, I found the hospitality surprisingly lacking. The hosts provided only 2 rolls of toilet paper for the entire stay, regardless of the number of guests or nights. This felt like an unnecessary cost-cutting measure that added avoidable stress. No one wants to spend their vacation hunting for basics like toilet paper, especially in a relatively remote location. I would gladly have paid a little more to avoid this kind of friction. I fully understand that tourism can be a challenging business in the current climate, but small gestures of generosity, or simply removing sources of hassle and friction, can go a long way in building guest satisfaction and encouraging positive reviews. Stinginess is not a good quality for a hospitality business.The cleaning also left something to be desired. There were cobwebs in multiple areas, which made the space feel uncared for.Another small but notable oversight: no chopsticks among the kitchen utensils. Given that this is Hawai‘i, it seemed like a basic item that should have been included.Finally, the location wasn’t what I had hoped. The house sits right on a paved road with no real privacy. While on the porch, you can see passing cars and they can see you. This wasn’t the "peaceful retreat" I had in mind.I hope the hosts take this feedback to heart. With a bit more attention to detail and guest experience, this could be a better offering.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

One of our favorite stays

Great location to visit volcano national park. Had a nicely stocked kitchen and was very clean. We really enjoyed the record player as well. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Perfect for Volcano NP visit!

We loved the location in relation to Volcano National Park and the town of Volcano. We hopped back and forth to the park and were fortunate to see one of the Kilauea eruptions. We also attended the Volcano Farmers Market on Sunday morning which was very enjoyable. The home was easy to get into once we found it. Be aware that GPS and cell service is very suspect in the area. Follow the owner's instructions to find the property and you won't be led astray like we were by Google Maps. The home was well-built, spacious, clean and cozy, beds comfortable, shower hot, full kitchen with big eating space and a nice laundry in a room behind the home, and a great covered porch to enjoy the outdoor environment. The only minor negatives were the available lighting in the living room was too dim to comfortably read, and the next door neighbor had a big, loud group there for the two days we stayed. That can't be helped sometimes, and I don't know if next door is another rental or if they are residents. They had two dogs that barked a lot and young kids playing loudly with adults calling loudly off and on. We spent most of our time in the park, so it wasn't as big of an issue to us as if we were trying to relax in the home during the day. The owners and agents communicated with answers to all questions within moments of our inquiries, and had detailed instruction in a booklet in the home that was up to date on food, recreation and services in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Suzy L.

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

Nice Cottage in Rain Forest

Cottage was convenient to National Park and written directions made it easy to find. In one of the reviews it mentioned the cottage was updated, I would categorize as rustic. There are a lot of owner personal items and limited closet space. The long driveway is narrow (reflectors are spaced on each side) and there is no turn around near the house. We also slept in second bedroom because the exterior door in master didn’t feel private. We had an amazing time visiting and hiking in the park and really enjoyed the short drive from the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

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

Fern Cottage

It was a bit difficult to find Fern Cottage but Matt jumped right in on my SOS and we got there perfectly safe and sound. The cottage was extremely clean and accommodating. It was very well stocked and organized. There was a binder that Matt organized that answered every single question that might have come up.The cottage was technologically great. Remotes for everthing including the living room fireplace and radiating wall units in the bedroomsThe beds were very comfortable. The house could accommodate 4 people very comfortably.The location to the Volcano was very close (about 5 minutes) and we could be there a few times a day without any struggle.It was a great location and a great rental. Don't hesitate to rent from Matt Hubner. It was all good.Pat and Sam
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anders J.

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

Should have stayed 2 more nights

My wife and I stayed with our college aged sons a week before Christmas. This place was a great way to see and hike the volcano national park (a very short drive away). After a day of hiking, we grilled tuna on the covered deck’s grill. Afterwards we enjoyed a surprising amount of top tier tech at what, on the surface, is a rural retreat in a dense forest. Be prepared though there is not a lot of commercial options in the area (I see this as a welcome break from what Kona/Hilo are like). We did find that the (one) small/local grocery store was well stocked and had an awesome 5 deal on tropical flowers! The house’s kitchen was well appointed and even supplied us with some items we forgot that we needed. Beds were comfy. Internet was quick. Washing machines were helpful- post hikes. Cell phone access was ify (not a fault of the house) so be prepared to use WiFi based apps for your comms. The nights outside are DARK (!) great way to see stars. Quiet- birds and critters often were the loudest sources of noise.(!). I wished we stayed another 2 days in order to see and feel the eruption. Relaxing and memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024