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Darling, Private Cottage Near Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park

Cottage in Volcano with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
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

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

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About this property

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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

Cottage in Volcano with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities and a garden. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. For a bit of entertainment, a Smart TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a fridge.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

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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

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
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
Property Registration Number TA-091-880-4992-01, GE-091-880-4992-01

Property is also known as

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

About the area

Map
Volcano, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass - 11 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Akatsuka Orchid Gardens - 12 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Volcano House - 19 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Volcano Golf and Country Club - 21 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 21 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rim Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Uncle George's Lounge at Volcano House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Crater Rim Cafe - ‬25 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.

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?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a unique place to stay! We thoroughly enjoyed this location. It is a very private location in the middle of dense vegitation. We slept so well here listening to the sounds of the forest. The location makes for a great base to explore Volcanoes NP.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip A.

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

Beautiful place, bring earplugs

The space is beautiful inside and out, we struggled with the gate lock the first couple of times we used it, it started to loosen up the more we used it. The frogs come alive at night and give you a symphony. If you’re sensitive to noise while sleeping bring ear plugs. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

A Cottage in the Jungle

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: I loved this little cottage. The kitchen and bathroom were very nice. The pillows were the best I've ever had in a rental or hotel. It was a nice size for two, although I was there on my own. There weren't any curtains on any windows but I felt I was hidden in the jungle. Be aware the tap water is filtered rain water and some don't like the taste, although I didn't mind it.
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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.

10/10 Excellent

merilee m.

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

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

daniel b.

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

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

Julia P.

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

Amazing little cottage in jungle

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

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

10/10 Excellent

E'ala B.

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

Beautiful updated forest cabin

From the moment we arrived on the property, we could tell it was going to be beautiful! The little cabin is situated in the middle of the forest 10 minutes from volcano national Park. The grass driveway and surrounding forestry is pretty amazing to arrive too. The cabinet itself is clean and updated, while still remaining very charmingly rustic. There's a huge shower and the water gets hot very quickly. The fireplace under the television is a beautiful addition for chili nights. And the washer and dryer were a blessing after long hiking days. The internet is also very fast! 100% would book this cabin again when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just perfect… !
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Great vacation rental!!

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 absolutely loved this rental and would recommend it for a stay in the big island.
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10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Rain Forest Hideaway

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: Beautiful, clean, extra quiet, close to Volcano National Park
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute romantic studio home in the middle of the jungle. Sound of coqui frogs at night was amazing. Great location, 8-10 minutes to the restaurants in volcano village and 10-12 minutes from the Volcanoes National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

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

It was beautiful.

Very relaxing except for those frogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey R., Toronto, Canada

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

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

8/10 Good

Todd N.

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Most Delightful Little Cottage Ever

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: Stunning experience! Perfect location near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and close enough to Hilo to visit there, too. The cabin is stunning, as are its surroundings -- peaceful, tranquil, beautiful. In the day, feel warm breezes and smell the flowers. In the evening, hear sweet birdsong and check out the stars. The cabin is well set up to live, and live well, for your time, with a functional kitchen and beautiful bathroom. The place feels all your own, and you can't even see any other house from it, even though you're just a short drive off the main road. Exceptional place!

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Z.

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

Amazing place to stay in Volcano

We completely enjoyed our stay in this private cottage! There was more than enough room for the two of us. We really enjoyed the privacy that we had here after spending the prior 2 weeks at various resorts on the other islands.The kitchen was very well stocked and included all the necessary utensils, tools, and appliances that were needed to make breakfast and dinner. We appreciated the full-size stove & refrigerator. The bathroom was huge and we loved the walk-in shower with the pebble floor! There were plenty of towels provided, and we were grateful for the soap & shampoo that were provided.The laundry machines were a nice amenity and they did a great job washing clothes. We got caught out in a rain storm on our last night and it was nice to be able to dry the clothes before putting them in our suitcase.The internet worked very well, and we were able to connect our accounts to the streaming services and watch shows on the TV. It worked quite well. Our only complaint would be that the bed is starting to sag in the middle and is likely going to need to be replaced soon. That, and it got really cold one night after we went to bed and the fireplace heater took a long time to get the room warmed back up. That blame really goes to mother nature as she decided to surprise everyone with a quick, unexpected drop in temperature that night.We highly recommend this cottage to anyone thinking about staying in Volcano, and we're hoping we can stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Vivian F.

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

Wonderful!

Cozy, quiet, well-equipped, and a very attractive interior. I could have happily stayed for a year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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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.