Dancing Ferns in Volcano, Hawaii
House in Fern Forest, HI
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Dancing Ferns in Volcano, Hawaii is a fantastic place to stay and visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park just a few minutes drive from our house. Our main house has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, large dining area, large living area with SMART TV, Free WiFi, and a large covered lanai (patio).
Please note that there is another rental on this large property - Dancing Bamboo Cottage. The units are fairly close in proximity but have no shared space other than the parking area, so don't be alarmed if you see a vehicle when you arrive. The outdoor spaces are on opposite sides of each other and there is space between, so your privacy is assured. To rent both together for a party of 8 total guests, book Dancing Volcano Estate.
The luxurious living room is perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing with an L-shaped leather sofa, TV, games and books. The kitchen has everything you could need to prepare those scrumptious island meals. The stunning outdoor lanai is one of the highlights of the home, featuring a formal dining area and lounge chairs for relaxing in the shade while enjoying the peace and quiet this area offers.
Our main bedroom features a King sized bed, walk-in closet, and full ensuite bathroom with walk-in tiled shower. There are 2 more exquisite guest bedrooms; one bedroom has 2 twin beds, and the other has a queen. These two bedrooms are on the opposite side of the living area from the main bedroom for privacy and the use of the second full bathroom. The second bathroom has a full sized washer and dryer for your use.
We provide beautiful bedding, extra blankets and there are heaters in each room. It can get quite chilly at 3500' elevation!
3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps up to 6 guests in 4 beds)
Beds: 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins
Full Kitchen
Dishwasher
All Cooking Utensils
Microwave
SMART TV for streaming
Wifi Internet
DVD/CD Player x 3
Linens Provided
Towels & Beach Towels Provided
Towel Warmer
BBQ Grill – Gas
Washer/Dryer
Several Restaurants Close (Volcano)
No Smoking
No Pets
Hilo 35 min.
Punalu'u Black Sands Beach - 35 min.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 5 min.
What to Pack:
The Island of Hawaii, aka the Big Island, boasts over 4,000 square miles and 10 different climate zones, within which are many micro climate zones! You may think that packing your favorite swimsuit and slippers (flip flops) is enough, but not true if you plan on doing any hiking or sightseeing around the island. The Volcano area can get quite chilly with temperatures dropping down to the low 40s at night, sometimes lower, so do bring your favorite warm pajamas and at least a light jacket. It actually snows often on Mauna Kea, but they close those roads whenever there are blizzard conditions present.
Need more room: Rent our cottage, Dancing Bamboo!
The detached Dancing Bamboo Cottage is stunning! The décor is Hawaiian plantation, with a kitchenette, cozy sitting area, large King bed and a luxurious walk in marble shower, Dish TV, DVD player with a vast selection of movies, wireless internet, coffee pot, microwave, toaster oven and mini-fridge.
This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-168-081-9200-01
STVR-19-359681
NUC-19-1092
Please note that there is another rental on this large property - Dancing Bamboo Cottage. The units are fairly close in proximity but have no shared space other than the parking area, so don't be alarmed if you see a vehicle when you arrive. The outdoor spaces are on opposite sides of each other and there is space between, so your privacy is assured. To rent both together for a party of 8 total guests, book Dancing Volcano Estate.
The luxurious living room is perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing with an L-shaped leather sofa, TV, games and books. The kitchen has everything you could need to prepare those scrumptious island meals. The stunning outdoor lanai is one of the highlights of the home, featuring a formal dining area and lounge chairs for relaxing in the shade while enjoying the peace and quiet this area offers.
Our main bedroom features a King sized bed, walk-in closet, and full ensuite bathroom with walk-in tiled shower. There are 2 more exquisite guest bedrooms; one bedroom has 2 twin beds, and the other has a queen. These two bedrooms are on the opposite side of the living area from the main bedroom for privacy and the use of the second full bathroom. The second bathroom has a full sized washer and dryer for your use.
We provide beautiful bedding, extra blankets and there are heaters in each room. It can get quite chilly at 3500' elevation!
3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps up to 6 guests in 4 beds)
Beds: 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins
Full Kitchen
Dishwasher
All Cooking Utensils
Microwave
SMART TV for streaming
Wifi Internet
DVD/CD Player x 3
Linens Provided
Towels & Beach Towels Provided
Towel Warmer
BBQ Grill – Gas
Washer/Dryer
Several Restaurants Close (Volcano)
No Smoking
No Pets
Hilo 35 min.
Punalu'u Black Sands Beach - 35 min.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 5 min.
What to Pack:
The Island of Hawaii, aka the Big Island, boasts over 4,000 square miles and 10 different climate zones, within which are many micro climate zones! You may think that packing your favorite swimsuit and slippers (flip flops) is enough, but not true if you plan on doing any hiking or sightseeing around the island. The Volcano area can get quite chilly with temperatures dropping down to the low 40s at night, sometimes lower, so do bring your favorite warm pajamas and at least a light jacket. It actually snows often on Mauna Kea, but they close those roads whenever there are blizzard conditions present.
Need more room: Rent our cottage, Dancing Bamboo!
The detached Dancing Bamboo Cottage is stunning! The décor is Hawaiian plantation, with a kitchenette, cozy sitting area, large King bed and a luxurious walk in marble shower, Dish TV, DVD player with a vast selection of movies, wireless internet, coffee pot, microwave, toaster oven and mini-fridge.
This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-168-081-9200-01
STVR-19-359681
NUC-19-1092
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Fern Forest, HI
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Reviews
10.0
Clean. Well stocked kitchen. Spacious for 5 adults. Private. Felt very safe.
10.0
Great place if you want to be close to Volcano National Park. We enjoyed our stay. Outside patio was nice and peaceful to have meals. Plenty of space for our family to spread out. Kitchen with great supplies and laundry W/D convenient. We would stay again!
10.0
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:
This is our second time staying at Dancing Ferns. The house is spacious, well maintained and comfortable. It is a great base for exploring the National Park and Volcano village.
10.0
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 had a great vacation. The house had everything we needed. Thanks for thinking of everything.
10.0
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:
Great communication. Very nice property and as pictured and described online. Great location to Volcano National Park. Would definitely stay again!
10.0
Property was perfect for our adult family of 5. We were able to make day trips to the National Park, and other national monument sites (drove the whole island) skirting the rain best we could. Property was gorgeous, comfortable, and spacious. Loved the ammenities and the views.
10.0
We had a wonderful stay at this home. It was well appointed and clean. A nice quiet neighborhood and in very close proximity to Volcano National Park. I would recommend this home to anyone looking for a stay in this area of the island.
10.0
The house has a ton of space compared to other options and was quite private (the Dancing Bamboo Cottage was not occupied during our stay). We appreciated the well-stocked kitchen! The property description is spot on regarding grocery options—be sure to stock up in Hilo or Kona if you want to cook meals since the two stores in Volcano only have the very basics and prices are much higher than in town.
10.0
The first thing out of our daughter’s mouth when we got here was “why didn’t we stay here the whole time”. (We split our vacation between Hilo and Kona). The entire family agreed. Pictures don’t do this place justice. It was perfect. For sure want to come back!!
10.0
Beautiful cottage in the rainforest near HVNP. As advertised. Very responsive contact person. This is a unique setting, and beautifully decorated. Great location for visiting the volcanoes park. Comfy beds. Space heaters and blankets appreciated. They do only provide a couple detergent pods for dishwasher and laundry. Stock up on groceries in Hilo first. We enjoyed seeing wild pigs and birds out back.
10.0
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:
Our annual girls vacation retreat landed us somewhere out of the ordinary, and it was exactly what we needed! Dancing Fern was immaculately clean and well-stocked. The electric fireplace and the towel warmer was a bonus as it was a bit chilly, as well as the fresh lemons and sweet gardenias in the backyard! Simple pleasures! Only downside was the spotty Wi-Fi, which is understandable being that the house is situated in a fern forest. Great way to unplug from the daily grind. The large dining room table was the center of our weekend where we enjoyed our brunches, charcuterie, and hours of catching up. Thank you so much for the wonderful accommodations!
10.0
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:
This house may not be what people think of for a Hawaiian vacation but for 4 travelers from Phoenix, AZ the cool mountain air was a delight. The remote location was such a contrast to the intense noise of Honolulu we felt we had found our own little corner of Paradise.The house is simply stunning. The furnishings were of excellent quality & comfortable. There was lots of room to spread out & find your own quiet space. The patio was my personal favorite. I looked forward to our daily visits from the pheasant couple. Now if we only figure out how to keep that darn rooster from crowing all day long!The kitchen was probably the best equipped I have ever encountered. We found everything we needed to cook breakfast & dinner daily. The knives were even sharp & the cookware unstick!During our stay we needed a few maintenance issues dealt with but everything was promptly addressed by the rental team. (Excellent communication, by the way!)Know if you stay here you'll do a lot of driving. We knew that going in & we enjoyed our drives. There's lots of beautiful & interesting scenery on the Big Island & we did our best to see it all.I highly recommend The Dancing Ferns to anyone who craves a little corner of Paradise! You won't regret it.
6.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House was nice. Needed more towels,better heating system and folding lawn chairs would be nice for taking to beach. We lost power twice and fire alarms went off . It would have not been such a problem if we had access to breaker box in garage. If these issues we rectified I would highly recommend house.
10.0
Great location that allowed us to explore the amazing Volcanoes National Park. Perfect in every way. Thank you!
10.0
We lived the binder with hike ideas at the home. It was private and spacious, and we had a great time. Thank you!
10.0
Perfect place for seeing the area.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Relaxing stay in a superbly maintained custom home, surrounded by the rain forest and within a few miles of the National Park. Hilo is only 30 minutes away and is also a historic and beautiful place to visit.Restaurants close by in the town of Volcano, home to many excellent artist studios or home cook in fully equipped kitchen in high ceiling great room with views all around. Home shows as basically brand new with near-luxury appointments, copious art and an incredible jungle setting visible from every window.New comfortable beds in a super quiet setting that almost ensures a good nights sleep. It was a great way to start our visit to Hawaii!
10.0
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 had a great time at this property. It was perfect for the short trip to Volcanoes, and not too far from Hilo. The house is spacious and beautiful. Will definitely try to stay here again.
10.0
A nicely decorated house surrounded by nature. Very convenient to the national park. We especially enjoyed playing games on the lanai with the grandkids while listening to all the birds.
10.0
This house was perfect for our family! It was super close to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, and had all the amenities our family needed (washer/dryer, dishwasher, cooking needs). My husband enjoyed coffee walks, all three of my teens had a bed, we had a family movie night with The Princess Bride, and it was a joy to eat on the lanai. Mahalo for sharing your delightful house with us!
10.0
Large, airy, beautifully decorated home in the forest, quiet and private. The home is comfortable and well stocked.
Great birdsong. Kitchen equipped well for easy meal preparation. Very pleasant outdoor space at the home. Easy access to Volcanoes National Park with amazing hiking and unique sights. It's great to stay so close by and take advantage of the park at non-peak hours. I would highly recommend this home to friends, and hope to return myself.
10.0
We loved dancing ferns! It was conveniently located. It was a beautiful and comfortable home.
8.0
The place was really nice, and spacious as shown in the photos.
There were a couple issues though which didn't get resolved even after multiple discussions with the property manager including the front door lock not working, back door lock being stuck and wifi not working.
The property manager tried to work around the issue but communication on how that happened could have made the stay better.
Overall property is great if you don't run into these issues.
8.0
The house is very spacious and we had no trouble with a party of six. It is minutes from the national park and tucked away in a quiet part of the island. We loved hearing the gecko choir at night! My kids also appreciated the provided board games.
There are a few things that could be fixed to make it a 5-star experience. First and most importantly, there is a door in the master bedroom that has a full length window on it. There is no curtain at all. (There is one pictured on the listing but none when we were in person). There is a second cottage on the property and they could look directly into your bed if they wanted. Actually, there were not many curtains/blinds at all and because of how dark it is at night in this location we felt like we were basically in a fish bowl.
The lanai isn’t as welcoming as it looks in the photos. The furniture is worn and could use a good wash. The pictured curtains are ripped and paint stained. While the walkways and driveway are beautifully landscaped, the backyard is completely overgrown and unusable. (The long grass may be for eco reasons - it would have been nice to have a heads up)
We were happy to have wifi, full kitchen and laundry in the house.
10.0
Spacious house close to Volcanoes National Park. Private setting, lovely and green outside, clean and comfortable inside. great stay
10.0
We cannot recommend this property enough and would definitely come again and stay for a week! The house is surrounded by the rain forest and it is just 5 minutes away from the national park. Awesome! We felt great coming home from exploring and then relaxed in the livingroom. Enjoy your stay!
10.0
Dancing Ferns was the perfect rainforest retreat for our trip to Volcano. It was very comfortable for our group of 6. The house is only 10-15 mins from Volcano National Park and close to Volcano village but is quiet and secluded. We look forward to booking this house again in the future.
8.0
It was a lovely home. Very cozy
10.0
The property location is great if you want a base of operation to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park as ot os a very short 5-10 minute drive to the park. The property was clean and very nice and updated. The furnishings were great and the cool breezes theough the house kept us nice and cool in the evening. We had everything we need to enjoy pur stay and with3 bedrooms, everyone had their own space to relax
10.0
This house was perfect for our stay in Volcano to explore Volcano National Park. I loved the quiet setting, the cleanliness of the house, the cooking amenities available, and the contact with the owner. I would definitely stay again.
10.0
Dancing Ferns was a great place to stay if you want a quiet place to recharge with your family that is minutes from Volcanoes National Park and an easy drive to Hilo or Maunakea Visitor Station. We were greeted by some nice wild pigs when we arrived and heard the rainforest frogs at night and roosters in the distance during the day. No tourists or traffic to worry about. The town of Volcano is a 5 minute drive for supplies if needed. Was great to be so close to the park for two days of hiking. Easy flying in and out of Hilo too.
10.0
A cool home base in the rainforest to be able to explore everything at the National Volcano Park and do-able drive to Hilo for more adventures. We even did Mauna Kea one night for sunset and stargazing. Secluded and quiet it was a great place for our family to start our vacation.
10.0
My family and I really enjoyed staying at this property! If we come to the "Big Island" again we plan on booking this property.
10.0
Our family of 5 absolutely loved this property for our vacation. It is close to the volcanos to visit, has so much room and just so relaxing to stay there. The owner communicated with us every step of the way and we would definitely recommend this property to all of our family and friends. Thank you very much for hosting us for our vacation!
10.0
What a beautiful home! Came down from Kona to spend a couple of nights with 80 year old grandpa, teen kids and mom and dad. Perfect accommodations for everyone. Close to Volcanoes NP for day and night trips to the park. The house has a beautiful setting and interior. Nice big table for games and dining. Beds were comfy and lots of extra blankets and heaters for the cool evenings. Thanks for a beautiful couple of days!
10.0
Our family of 6 stayed here during a trip to the Big Island. The decor was very nice and we had plenty of amenities. It had a lovely outdoor lanai for relaxing in. It was very close to Volcano National Park and was very easy to get to the park from the house. We would stay there again.
10.0
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:
Overall this was an excellent place to stay. The house is exactly as depicted on the website and very comfortable. My family and I really had a restful stay.
10.0
A nice remote setting located within 10 minutes of the National park. A nice spacious home to enjoy. It was a little cool during our stay (no house heating system), but we made good use of the space heaters to keep us comfortable.
10.0
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:
The home is lovely and very secluded. It's in the rainforest so you can hear the frogs at night. There's plenty of room and amenities. You won't be disappointed. Also, if you need anything they are prompt to respond.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My husband and I had a lovely visit to Dancing Ferns Estate! We would highly recommend this beautiful home to travelers to the volcano. Home was well equipped and it had a large outdoor lanai where we could enjoy a morning cup of coffee. Wild pigs had torn up the front yard, but the back yard was fenced and nicely kept. I would plan on arriving during daylight hours since the directions were a bit confusing. The home is on an extension of Lehuapele and their is a road sign at the end of the paved single lane road. (Directions indicated Kaleponi Drive but there is no sign to indicate this). Take a left when you come to the intersection of Ali'i Kane and Lehuapele and proceed about 1/4 mile to the gate. There is no light, so it would be difficult to open the date if you come after sunset. We enjoyed the Volcano Village- our lunch at Ohelo Cafe was great! We enjoyed the cool weather and rain...very refreshing from our home in Kona. Overall great experience.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Fern Forest?
The average price for a rental in Fern Forest is $217 per night. This rental is $274 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dancing Ferns in Volcano, Hawaii. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Dancing Ferns in Volcano, Hawaii pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Dancing Ferns in Volcano, Hawaii?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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