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~Peace and Tranquility in rain-forested Volcano on luxurious property ~

Family-friendly vacation home in Volcano with a hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Escape to the lush Native Rainforest of Pele's Secret Garden, nestled near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Unwind in this luxury hideaway with a private jetted tub, wood-burning fireplace, and plush King & Queen-sized beds amidst four-layer bedding. Enjoy your morning coffee on the spacious 1000 ft wrap-around Lanai or indulge in complimentary Tropical Fresh Fruits.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

~Peace and Tranquility in rain-forested Volcano on luxurious property ~

~ Pele’s Secret Garden ~ an amazing experience!
My home is registered with the County of Hawaii as a Short Term Vacation Rental STVR-19-346928 NUC-19-329 GE/TAT-037-026-0608-01

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park the the skies blue and the air quality is some of the best on the island. Visit the museum, art gallery, the Volcano House overlooking Hale'mau'mau crater. Take a stroll or a day hike in this vast and beautiful land of Pele. Pele's Secret Garden is in a great and safe location for exploring the east side of the island. Nestled in the heart of the Big Island's oldest Volcanic Rain-forest, and atop world's most active lava field, lies our luxury hideaway of rest, peace and comfort. Two miles from the National Park entrance.

My home is secluded in a lush native Rainforest just 24 Miles South of Hilo, Hawaii, and adjacent to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, at a 3500 feet elevation above sea level, on the slopes of Kilauea, the most active volcano on in the US. Less than 1-hour drive from Hilo to both the Cottage home & Volcano Village.

Relax and unwind … be refreshed by the cool mountain air and embraced by the giant tree ferns, ohia trees and fragrant ginger that creates a lush contrast to the primordial volcanic landscape.
Enjoy... Long wrap around Lanais, and quiet sitting areas. Awaken to the Big Island’s cacophony of chirping exotic birds, soft rains and the Sunlight breaking through the clouds.

~ Pele's Secret Garden Accommodations ~
Our floor plan begins with 2 luxurious bedrooms, 2 full baths, with guests enjoying our plush King & Queen-sized beds amidst four-layer bedding, designed for absolute Comfort, plus Futon sleepers a Baby Crib and Highchair. 2 to 3 beds, inflatable mattress and portable crib for infant or toddler available. My home is family friendly not childproof.

We offer a spacious home with private bath, original art and furnishings, high ceilings, kitchen with energy-efficient stainless appliances, granite countertops and an exotic wood bar top, a wood-burning fireplace, private jetted tub in master bath, cable TV and video, Wi-Fi wireless internet, and a large 1000 ft wrap-around Lanai.

~ Pele's Secret Garden Cottage Home includes these Amenities for your Pleasure & Comfort:
• Our Signature Aloha Hospitality!
• Luxury, Private cottage Home, 2 bedrooms/ 2 baths
• Plush beds with 4-layer bedding
• Complimentary Tropical Fresh Fruits,
Coffee & Tea
• Jetted Tub in Master bath
• Wood-burning fireplace, logs provided
• Hawaiian Massage services, available in the local area
• Cable TV
DVD/Video Player
• Video & Music Library
• Full Kitchen (all Major appliances/utensils)
• Wireless Internet
• Gas BBQ Grill
• Great Restaurants in the Village and surrounding areas
• Flashlights & umbrellas provided

~ Volcano's Local Restaurants (recommend calling ahead for reservations):

• Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant
• Thai Thai Bistro
• Cafe Ono
• Ohelo Cafe
• Lava Lounge
• Dining, dancing, recreation (mini-bowling alley) at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Volcano House and KMC Camp.

* Sunday Market at the Cooper Center in the Volcano Village, 5 minutes away. Food, baked goods, art and crafts, freshest of fruits, vegetables and flowers (opens 6:00 am).


* Volcano Winery - Wine tasting, and select from 2 Guided Vineyard & Tea Farm Tours

* Golfing

* 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass - A unique Glass-blowing Art Studio tucked away in the Rain Forest on the slopes of Kilauea Volcano, at a 3000 feet elevation.

* Hilo Farmer's Market - Located in downtown Hilo, offers rows of vendors selling local/exotic fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, locally-made gifts, etc.

~ Volcano Village is an outlying small township with an eclectic mix of scientists, artists and local entrepreneurs in a village-like community with a variety of restaurants, cafes, and art galleries. The village and its surrounding inhabitants blend imperceptibly into the lush Native forested landscape. The whole area has been designated by the United Nations as an International Biosphere Reserve and Historic Site.

Volcano Village - a 'World Heritage Site' with nice restaurants, galleries and only 1 mile from the unforgettable Volcanoes National Park. Our wonderful Cottage Home being adjacent to both Volcano Village & the Park is a perfect getaway for Adventure, Romance or as a retreat getaway. Easily accessible from both Hilo and Kona airports on the Queen’s Highway 11. Driving distance from Kona Airport, with no stops, is approximately 2.5 to 3.0 hours; whereas from the Hilo Airport is approximately 45 minutes to our driveway; and another 5-minutes drive to Volcano Village proper, depending on weather conditions.

~ About the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park ~
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, established in 1916, displays the results of 70 million years of volcanism, migration, and evolution -- processes that thrust a bare land from the sea and clothed it with complex and unique ecosystems and a distinct human culture. The park encompasses diverse environments that range from sea level to the summit of the earth's most massive volcano, Mauna Loa at 13,677 feet. Kilauea, the world's most active volcano, now taking a pause, offers scientists insights on the birth of the Hawaiian Islands and visitors' views of dramatic volcanic landscapes.

Over half of the park is designated wilderness and provides unusual hiking and camping opportunities. In recognition of its outstanding natural values, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has been honored as an International Biosphere Reserve and a World Heritage Site.

The National Park Web site provides up-to-date information, tours, and hiking trails.

Keywords: Beautiful! Eco-Friendly, cozy, clean, fully loaded with the comforts of home.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Cigarettes or Cigars Please!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Rules

My home is family friendly however not childproof

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: my home is family friendly not childproof

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Cigarettes or Cigars Please!

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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-037-026-0608-01, GE-037-026-0608-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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~ Fred og ro i Regnskogget Vulkan på Luksuriøs Eiendom ~

About the neighborhood

Map
Volcano, HI

What's nearby

  • Volcano Garden Arts - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Volcano House - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Volcano Golf and Country Club - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 9 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rim Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Uncle George's Lounge at Volcano House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crater Rim Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rico’s Tacos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~Peace and Tranquility in rain-forested Volcano on luxurious property ~ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ~Peace and Tranquility in rain-forested Volcano on luxurious property ~?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~Peace and Tranquility in rain-forested Volcano on luxurious property ~?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ~Peace and Tranquility in rain-forested Volcano on luxurious property ~ located?

This family-friendly Volcano vacation home is located in Ohia Estates, within 3 mi (5 km) of Aloha Candy Company and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Volcano Garden Arts and Cooper Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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~Peace and Tranquility in rain-forested Volcano on luxurious property ~ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 246 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Indira M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check in instructions were clear and helpful, especially since we had no internet as we got close to the property. The property itself was clean and amazing relaxing. It also contained one of the best stocked kitchens we've seen. This is a A rental - thank you Peggy for letting stay in your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerod S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay for those wanting to see the volcano. It literally is 7 minutes from the entrance to the park. And it is so comfortable and beautiful.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauri L.

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

Cozy

Comfortable home, well situated to visit the National Park
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted R.

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

Exceptional home

Beautiful place to spend your vacation. Well equipped for cooking and a great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

Nice location

Great location and clean and well equipped home in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M. J.

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

Stay to visit Volcano National Park

Very quiet and peaceful location. Nice house and friendly/responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

roger c.

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

Perfect place for Volcanos visit

Lots of oohs and aahs when our group checked in. This place has lots of personality and thoughtful amenities. Easy access to the park and some excellent places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

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

Great location, quiet and tranquil.

Peggy was always available but we did not have any issues. Very peaceful and a great location near Volcano National Park
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A., Stockton, CA

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

Wonderful Volcano Home!

We absolutely loved our stay in Volcano. The house was perfect for two couples, giving us privacy, but a great space for us to all chat also! Extremely well stocked and great fruits provided! Thank you Peggy, we loved your home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenell Y.

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

It was the highlight of our trip.

This felt like home from the moment we arrived. It worked so well as a home base for our days at the amazing National Volcano Park. Flowers, fresh fruit, beautiful artwork, and Peggy’s kindness made it hard to leave. It was the highlight of three weeks touring the islands.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa c.

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

Close to National park

Easy access to park. Very clean, nicely decorated, appreciated fresh fruits and groceries provided. Peggy very accessible and friendly!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia K.

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

Beautiful Home

My family loved this home in the rainforest! It was great for easy access to Volcano Village and the national park. The house is beautiful and very comfortable for our family of 4. The hammock was a fun addition and we appreciated the drinks and fruit provided. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lenora H.

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

Absolutely perfect

Loved every minute here, it’s peaceful and clean, the living area a lot more spacious than it looks in the picture. We listened to birds singing every morning, it really does feel like a secret garden, private with beautiful vegetation all around. The stars were stunning at night. The beds were really comfortable, the kitchen had all the amenities. Fantastic place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole L.

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

Rain forest getaway

Family vacation with my husband and teen son. House was very well cared for. Peggy was very nice and asked me how my checkin went and if I needed anything. Very nice quaint and quiet getaway. Beautiful inside and out! Really close to Volcano National Park. Even drove to the Green Sand beach to get out of the rain for the day. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Excellent Accommodations👍

Peggy has the most beautiful home in the rainforest. Close to everything but still a country atmosphere. House is gorgeous with everything you could want or need. Super helpful host and a real home away from home. I recommend this to anyone coming to the Big Island. Kilauea is minutes away and so convenient to check out during this recent eruption. Clean and we’ll worth the trip. Thank again for a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

J. BRYAN D.

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

Peaceful and quite

This has been our best stay at a Vrbo. Peggy the host has thought of everything. We were welcomed with Fresh tropical flowers from the yard, a personalized welcome letter, a fully stocked kitchen with basics as well as complimentary local juices, fresh fruit, and coffee! The home is beautifully decorated and the bed was very comfortable. We have nothing bad to say about our stay. We would return in a heart beat!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard d.

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

Delightful home and perfect location for visiting Volcano

3 of us stayed at "Pele's Secret Garden" for 3 nights. The home is spacious, beautifully decorated and well equipped. The house is set in a very private rain forest enclosed garden and has a great wrap around lanai. It is minutes away from the town of Volcano and the National Park. The kitchen is well equipped. The home has plenty of thoughtful touches and some beautiful artwork. The queen bed was particularly comfortable. This will be our preferred VRBO for future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

All the comforts of home in the rainforest

Pele’s Garden is beautifully furnished and decorated, comfortable, quiet and peaceful. The kitchen is fully stocked with assorted pantry items, coffee beans & grinder, coffee maker and french press. Peggy also provided eggs, butter, and half & half. Although the property is less than a mile from hwy 11, it is VERY dark and lushly vegetated. I loved that there were flashlights. There was even a basket of chunky foot warming stocks. The bathroom showers had professional shampoo, conditioner and body wash dispensers. The towels were luxurious. The beds were sooo comfortable. We stayed 3 nights. We hope to stay at Pele’s Garden again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Deb L.

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

A Special Place!!!!

Getting right to the point...IT WAS AWESOME! The pictures and reviews were great, but the real thing exceeded our expectations. Peggy's home was not only beautiful but also had everything we needed to feel like it was our own home! From the fresh flowers (from the yard), the pineapple, coffee and other goodies waiting for us, to the fireplace ready to go with wood in it, we really felt like we were in paradise!! The only thing we didn't like was that we had to leave. But... we WILL be back. Mahalo, Peggy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B., Texas

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

Warm and Peaceful Sanctuary

From the moment we arrived at the property, we felt cocooned in a welcoming warmth that lasted the duration of our stay. Home is located within a few minutes of the entrance to Volcanoes Nat'l Park, perfect for our visit. Sleeping arrangements were ideal with Queen in master, and double singles in second bedroom. Lots of condiments and spices for the chef and the host left canned drinks for us in the fridge as well. Home is surrounded by tropical forest with sliding glass doors around its entire inside, simply beautiful. Comfy sectional in family room with games and TV/videos if you're bored. Lovely decor as well. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in this amazingly beautiful sanctuary!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., New Palestine

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

Perfect retreat

Unfortunately for us, we booked 7 nights on the Kona coast and only 2 nights here at Pele's Secret Garden! We should have done the opposite! It was a tranquil, quiet retreat that was absolutely beautiful and so much to do around the area. The house was super-clean and we found everything we needed to prepare all our own meals. The beds were comfortable and being able to open the doors at night (there are screens on all of them) on all sides of the house was amazing! Our host did a great job communicating and was responsive with a couple of questions we had about the grill (gas, not charcoal) while we were shopping on our way in. Great experience ... will book again for longer when we can get away to the Big Island again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John R., Plain City, OH

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

Quiet Secluded and Wonderful

We stayed in this house for 2 nights in early June as we wanted to be close to Volcanos National Park. It is about a five minute drive to the entrance of the park. Its location is in a neighborhood in Volcano Village but you would not know it as the house sits back off a lightly traveled street and it was incredibly quite and serene. It was nice during the day and cool, almost cold at night. The wrap around porch was comfortable and perfect for our first 2 nights on the Big Island. It was easy to relax. The host, Peggy, was easy to communicate with and she made sure to reach out to make sure we got checked in OK. The fresh fruit was a very nice touch and introduced us to apple bananas, which are amazing! I would not hesitate to stay at this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

Paradise in a Tropical Forest

This was the exceptional award winning stay of all the places we stayed in during our two week visit to Kauai and the Big Island including resorts and VRBOs. Peggy, our host, is clearly felt in this lovely and well appointed home. This is not just a rental, but a home, beautifully constructed and furnished. Not that we do any less anywhere we stay, Peggy's home makes you want to care for it like it was your own. The cottage sits in what is essentially a rainforest like environment without the rain (I'm sure it gets rain because of the lushness, but not during our visit), and at dusk you are serenaded by tree frogs, which makes cocktails on the long deck a real treat. Peggy was always accessible for questions, and she is an exceptional host. Eggs were in the refrigerator, fruit on the counter, coffee beans with grinder were provided as well as sugar and coffee mate (I got my own half and half though). I highly recommend this cottage, only minutes from Volcano National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave E.

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

A Gorgeous Retreat

This was our first time staying at Pele’s Secret Garden. The property’s interior and exterior and the location were all five star. Property was extremely well kept, furnishings up to date. Peggy was timely and on point with her communications. We had everything we needed to make this an extremely enjoyable stay. We definitely plan to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAZUE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a luxurious place to fall asleep surrounded by the sounds of Coqui.We had a very wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025