Hale Mauna Loa offers the complete Hawaiian volcano experience. The home is tucked cozily in a very private corner of lush tropical rainforest in Mauna Loa Estates. Located just a minute from the quaint selection of restaurants and stores of Volcano Village, and just a four-minute drive from Volcanoes National Park, Hale Mauna Loa offers the perfect balance between a relaxing getaway and home base for your adventures.
This listing is for the upper level which features a large covered deck complete with fire pit and propane grill. The comfortable country style appointments will have you feeling right at home after a long day of adventures. Warm up by the fireplace if it gets a bit chilly, at approximately 4,000 ft elevation you’ll be glad to know it’s there if you need it. This 3 bedroom 2 bath sleeps up to six people, with a full kitchen and 2 bathrooms the upper level may be better suited for larger parties or those who prefer to do their own cooking.
The hot tub overlooking the garden is the perfect spot to relax after a long day in the park. Please note that the hot tub is a cummunal space and is shared.
Please note that the homeowners live quietly on site. Each level has its own key combination for your privacy and security....
Registration Number: GE-068-334-4896-01, TA-559-287-7252-01
Diane B.
Aug 02, 2024
We did not stay there because Danielle Barro double-booked the property even though I reserved it and paid for it 13 months in advance. I had communicated with her the week of our stay. I called after 4 PM the day of checkin and she hesitated and said “this hardly ever happens” and then tried to blame it on me because I hadn’t booked directly with her. I told her I had the confirmation fromVRBO but she said she has properties listed on multiple sites. I said I had just flown 5000 miles and asked her where our group of five people were supposed to stay. Danielle offered to try to find a place but it wouldn’t be in Volcano and I told here I didn’t trust anything she would do. After many calls, we found a place that was more than double what we paid for the VRBO. So, I do not plan to trust the VRBO bookings
Brenda U.
Jul 06, 2024
We had a wonderful time. Only stayed one night, but we'll be back.
Cheryl S.
May 23, 2024
So close to Volcano National Park! Great location, you feel like your in the middle of the rain forest. Pictures are accurate. Has everything you need!
Stephanie M.
May 21, 2024
First of all I was really looking forward to getting away from a fast paced and hurried life in Honolulu and was looking forward to a QUIET and PEACEFUL time at this beautiful rainforest looking home for a couple days. We certainly did. NOT get that! Check in was sketchy because I DID NOT get directions on how to get into the house before I had to call and ask! The property manager claims she sent it to me earlier but I had NOT RECEIVED THE INFORMATION. I have proof of this. I didn’t get the direction's until I made a call to her just before 3;00 pm. She claims she sent it to me but I had been checking my email at least 2 days before all the way up to the 3:00 checkin time. She sent it to me after I called and said I didn’t get it. Then on our first full day there, May 16 after returning from an early morning hike in volcano we were hoping to take a peaceful nap (2:30 pm) because we had plans to meet friends for dinner. There was someone on the property sawing wood and nail pounding making a fence right when we were looking forward to the peaceful time we came there in the first place! Noise continued for hours and as a result we could not rest! The worst experience! Never again!
Cheryl G.
May 01, 2024
The only regret i have about our stay is that with all the exploring we did at the volcano, we really didn’t have time to linger on the deck. The outside deck was worth every penny of the rental….surrounded by trees, lots of seating, a firepit and the background sounds of birds and frogs. It felt like we were in a treehouse. The house was well stocked and perfect for our needs. Thank you!
Mmm C.
Apr 26, 2024
Great access to Volcanoes National Park to allow early morning hikes when exposed areas are still cool, or evening sky-watching (or lava viewing--though not currently active in April 2024). Enjoyed spacious kitchen and plenty of sleeping/lounging room for children and in-law who joined trip. Lots of outside lounging space protected from April showers. Propane stove and fire-pit amenities were much appreciated to warm up in morning and cook in evening, and large screened windows allowed for quick cool-down after mid-day sun heating.
Mike B.
Apr 05, 2024
Our family of 4 (kids age 8 and 11) has been visiting a bunch of national parks lately, and this location was at least as convenient as any of the ‘in-the-park’ lodges we’ve stayed at, but way nicer. It’s less than 5 minutes from the park entrance/visitor’s center.
It felt very private, like we were alone in the middle of the rainforest. We loved relaxing on the covered balcony next to the fire pit while the rain came down around us. There was more than enough room for the 4 of us (6 adults would be comfortable).
The host was very responsive, and checking out was a piece of cake. We would absolutely stay here again.
Bonnie P.
Mar 13, 2024
Great location. We felt like we were in a tree house.
Joy B.
Mar 04, 2024
Close to Volcano National Park, very clean and spacious, a perfect place to stay when visiting the national park.
Mindy Z.
Feb 24, 2024
We used this home as a jumping off place to explore the national park, Hilo, and Mauna Kea. It was cozy and clean with beautiful surroundings.
Kristi J.
Feb 11, 2024
We called this place our Rainforest Tree House. Such a beautiful location. The owner was very sweet to work with. The house was clean and well taken care of. Our hardest issue were the stairs, but we managed. Our only other complaint is that we couldn’t stay longer!
Debra M.
Jan 21, 2024
Our family really enjoyed all of the common room space, and especially evenings on the large deck around the gas fire pit.
Rich M.
Jan 14, 2024
We visit the Big Island every year and stay in Kona. We usually make a trip or sometimes two to Volcanoes NP and decided this year we just wanted to stay there for a few days and avoid the long drive! And we are glad we did.
It is a different climate, especially in December being near 4,500ft elevation. It rained most of the time we were there (that's why there is a rain forest!! ;))and it never got above 60 degrees, but we loved it and loved the house.
The interior of the house was open and very warm with wood interior and cathedral ceilings. It was very comfortable for our family. The unit it basically the second floor of the house and the first floor was occupied but we hardly knew it.
We enjoyed sitting inside and seeing the rain come down. The house is in the forest and you can't see any other houses. But you can see the beautiful vegetation and Hawaiian flowers growing wild around the house.
But even better than the house itself is the huge bright covered deck, which we loved. We spent much of our time in the house sitting on the deck next to the firepit, listening to all of the bird sounds.(And we had no bugs!!) .
The house was only a few minutes drive to the National Park and the village of Volcano. And even though it rained, we still did our hiking (we're from Seattle so we don't really notice it). Finally, Danielle is very easy to work with and friendly.
We plan on staying again on our next trip.
Adam L.
Jan 09, 2024
Large and comfortable spot. Great location to visit the park. The setting in the forest is really cool we even saw wild boar in the yard. Some noise from the owner downstairs is the only negative. The property manager is very responsive and professional.
Gayle J.
Dec 26, 2023
We had stayed at this property before and loved it. Our friends loved being in the trees. We were looking forward to using the hot tub but unfortunately it was under repairs . Will definitely be back.
