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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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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 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hale Hubner Fern Cottage 110 Special if you Book Before 2019
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage House Volcano
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage House
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage Volcano
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage
$105 per Night! 6 Mins From Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage
Hale Hubner Fern Cottage $110 Special if you Book Before 2019!
Hale Hubner Fern Cottage $110 Special if you Book Before 2019!
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage House Volcano
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage House
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage Volcano
105 per Night 6 Mins Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage
$105 per Night! 6 Mins From Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage
Hale Hubner Fern Cottage $110 Special if you Book Before 2019!
Hale Hubner Fern Cottage $110 Special if you Book Before 2019!
6 Mins From Park Hale Hubner Fern Cottage $110/nt Intro. Special

About the area

Located in Ohia Estates, a neighbourhood in Volcano, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kīlauea Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aloha Candy Company and Akatsuka Orchid Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Volcano, HI

What's nearby

  • Volcano Garden Arts - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Aloha Candy Company - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Volcano House - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 9 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

How much is parking at 6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 137 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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

Andrea K.

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

Perfect house very close to volcano!

The house was super clean and stocked with everything you could need, including Nespresso and laundry. It felt safe, spacious and perfect for our family of 4. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

Bryan J.

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

Beautiful Spot

Great property for a quick visit to the Big Island. Proximity to Volcano National Park was a huge perk, and the property was easy to find. Beautifully renovated inside
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

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

Great stay in Volcano

We had a great stay! The house was clean and roomy, and the location is very close to the national park. Volcano is one of my favorite areas in the island, and this was a perfect way to experience it overnight rather than than just as a day trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ G.

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

Volcano

Convenient. Quiet. Comfortable. Oasis
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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

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

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

Colleen P.

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

As Advertised

Great location to Volcanoes National Park. Secluded and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

Christopher S.

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

Beautiful and Private

My wife and I enjoyed our stay. The house is set back and very private. Close to volcano national park and a few good restaurants/shoppes. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Great property!

Roomy, comfortable and well-stocked property in an excellent location that would be suitable for short or longer stays. I wouldn't hesitate to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan H.

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

Wonderful week, great location.

the house is wonderful, just a few steps to volcano national park, in a quiet place with nice neighbourhood. The House is well equipped, clean, friendly host - everything was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davis B.

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

Perfect Place For Us

We enjoyed the stay. Matt was very informative. Location was perfect for our needs and we had everything we required for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

Arik T.

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

Volcano

Great location, wonderful property! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

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

Great location

We loved staying here. It was close to everything we needed. Close proximity to volcano national park, close to Hilo, and close enough to south point. The house was perfect, everything we needed. Quiet and safe neighborhood. 👌
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Wonderful Volcano House

Location is perfect for visiting Volcano National Park - just 5 minutes away by car and even less to the small village of Volcano. House setting is just as the picture appears. Open living room, dining and kitchen with a gas fireplace was where we gathered. If the weather had been better (we had quite a bit of rain), I'm sure we would have made use of wrap around open porch with gas grill. Working with Matt was extremely easy and he even provided short how-to videos for operating appliances.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

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

Heather M.

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

Cute Cottage nestled in Rainforest

We had a great stay at the cottage. It's a cute cottage nestled in the rainforest. The beds were comfortable, and we didn't encounter any issues. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine C.

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

Beautiful property close to Volcanoes National Park

We booked a 1-night stay during a driving tour of the Big Island. Our goal was to stay in unique properties, and this night to be close to Volcanoes National Park. This property hit the mark! Lovely accommodations, peaceful property, clear instructions from owners on how to best enjoy this unique partially off-grid property. Would definitely stay again and for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom T., Corpus Christi, TX

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

Second stay here and still love it

Everything you need for your stay in Volcano. Clean, comfortable, easy to get to, well stocked home, good instructions, nice w/d set up. Love the wrap around porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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