This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this cute cottage. Again, we found it to be clean and well set up for our 3-nite stay during the Christmas Holidays. As before, there were thoughtful details that we appreciated such as extra throws for warmth on chilly nights, an easy to operate gas fireplace, a comfy bed with heated mattress pad, etc. White, fluffy towels were provided and the bathroom still smelled freshly cleaned when we arrived. We also enjoy the nicely positioned lanai with table, chairs and BBQ grill. The yard behind the cottage is lovely and the owner is planting bamboo along another boundary that was recently buldozed. We had a small struggle with figuring out the TV and cable situation, but the manager, Mark, quickly responded with assistance. All in all, a wonderful holiday get away for us. Mahalo!

Very cute place, full of tiki stuff. Large backyard area, beautifully landscaped. Well supplied kitchen. It gets COLD in Volcano at night. This place has a heater in the bedroom, one in the bathroom, and one in the living room plus a fireplace. We were always comfortable, would definitely stay here again.

We've stayed multiple places in Volcano over the last 10 years. This is one of the best for the price. It has a nice, full kitchen, beautiful lanai and is in close proximity to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. We enjoyed several nights out by the fire pit, but also relaxed on the lanai, eating most of our meals there.

We stayed just one night and wished it could be longer. The cottage is nestled in a quiet area just minutes from the National Park. The place is cozy, intensely furnished, and clean. I most enjoyed sipping a glass of provided wine on the extensive veranda overlooking the jungle-like property. Our only question was the inability to find a pot holder or oven mitt (and we didn't feel like bothering the owners over something that trivial). We would stay again.

We loved Hau'oli Place! It is well cared for, has a gorgeous porch and yard. We ate our meals on the porch, serenaded by birds and coqui. Comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen, beautiful fireplace ( which we used!) Mark was great at communicating with us ahead of time, and very responsive. Located only 5 minutes from the park entrance. Stay a few nights, there is so much to explore. Stop at the hilo farmers market on your way in, stock up and stay a while!

My husband and I stayed for a few nights and the property was so peaceful! We loved relaxing here and all the amenities were great. Our flight was delayed upon arrival and the hosts were very understanding and flexible about the check in process. We will be staying again!

Wish we could have stayed longer! This home was special in every way! We spent a lot of time on the lanai with the string lights. Kitchen was well stocked, mattress very comfortable, and great location!

We enjoyed a very cozy and comfortable stay. The property is stylishly decorated and well appointed, a comfortable place to relax after a long day walking in the National Park. It felt special to be here.

We stayed at 5 vacation rentals on our recent trip to HI and this place was by far our favorite. The location is very peaceful and relaxing. We absolutely loved hanging out on the porch and listening to the rain and the wildlife. This home has some very unique decorations and well thought out amenities that made our stay in Volcano extra special. Would love to return again. Highly recommend.

The cottage was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed . Very quite area and the hosts were very nice. We stayed for 2 weeks while working /playing . would recommend this home.

We had a wonderful stay at Hau'oli Place in Volcano. It was a well equipped, peaceful, beautiful property and an easy drive to the national park. It worked well for our family of four. We would stay here again without hesitation.

Wow! This rental is beautiful! The lush garden looks so inviting. We had such a lovely visit to the area, even with the crazy rain-hello Kona low. Owner’s answered questions or needs quickly. I’m a bed snob- mattress excellent, sheets comforting not scratchy, and a soft fuzzy blanket made for heavenly sleep. What we needed was available. The only thing that would have made it 10 star was washer dryer access and a listing of basic tv stations. Thanks for offering this rental

This is a beautiful cottage with all the modern conveniences to make your stay very comfortable. The grounds are lovely and it is so enjoyable to sit on the huge veranda and listen to the birds. It is close to the Volcano National Park which has many trails and activities to keep you busy for days. We loved our stay here.

very quite and pleasant.

My husband and I stayed here 3 nites to celebrate our anniversary and Christmas. We have rented a number of vacation homes in the area, many of which were special, but this one is now one of our favorites. Here are some reasons why: 1) It truly lived up to it's Happy Tiki moniker. If you loved the pictures on the website, you will love the decor & furnishings in this hale! 2) It was so well appointed - from the pots and pans in the kitchen to the fluffy white towels in the bathroom. 3) There were strategically placed informational notes about how to work things that were short and to the point. 4) The lanai table was perfectly positioned and quite comfortable for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 5) The grounds were well maintained and large enough to wander around in to spot native birds and flora. 6) The check in time was an hour earlier than most and check out an hour later (no rush to get up and get out ASAP) 7) The hosts were very easy to work with and provided great info on the latest happenings and eateries in the area. To sum up - we had a thoroughly comfortable and enjoyable experience which we appreciated greatly! We would definitely return if/when we had the chance!

You only have 1 opportunity to make a good 1st impression. This home hit it out of the park. The house is easy to find. It's in a quiet neighborhood. From the outside the house is beautiful. The landscaping is amazing and the grounds are extremely well kept. Entering the house we found it to be exactly as described and pictured. The home is very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well appointed. It has everything you need make breakfast or gourmet dinner. The rear lanai looks out to a beautiful garden. We had breakfast on the lanai every morning. And drinks on it every night. Mark and Lucretia were very responsive and welcoming. This home is on the edge of Volcano National Park. It provided easy access to the park. It was easy getting into Hilo for shopping and meals. We highly recommend this home. We would love to stay here during our next trip to the Big island.

This is an amazing little house (we called it the Jungle Hut) which is just a five minute drive from Volcano National Park. You have the entire house, which includes a HUGE porch, a backyard at the edge of the rain forest, and a very friendly cat named 'Ike who lives somewhere nearby and will make your acquaintance. The bed is comfy, the sofa bed is also comfy, and the kitchen is well-stocked. If you want to make your own meals keep in mind the nearest market is 20 minutes away. Some things for visitors to consider: You are in the rain forest and while you'll have neighbors there are no streetlights so you may feel a bit isolated. The town of Volcano is very small and shuts down about 7-8 pm. The house has ceiling fans but no air conditioning (or dishwasher) but we were at the national park all day and it gets cool at night so we didn't need it. The first night we slept with the window open and got woken up by a rooster at 5:30 in the morning. The second night we closed the window and slept better, so we recommend you do that as well. We loved this place.

The house was super cool, with excellent decor and all the furnishings you could want or need, located in a beautiful rain forest with very close proximity to Volcano National Park! We used it as a home base for Volcano and Hilo and the eastern coast. We grabbed some groceries and got lots of fresh fruit and veggies at the farmers’ market in Hilo and had BBQ every night on the lanai with the birds chirping away. The friendly family cats are a big plus too. I would give it more stars if I could.

This is a gorgeous place with style. The kitchen has everything you might need. Lanai is spacious and inviting, we wish we had spent more time out there grilling and chillin'. The jacuzzi tub was amazing, what a treat after a long day of hiking. Lots of heaters, blankets and even clothes for those extra chilly night time volcano visits.

This property has everything one would want for a get-away- it's private, very clean, super comfortable, has needed amenities (some quite luxurious like the jacuzzi tub!), lovely living space inside but equally cool outside spaces with a huge porch, grill, fire pit and little ohia / hapu`u forest. Communication with the owners was super easy and they left us coffee, some tea and honey as a sweet gift, and got us a starter log because I mentioned we wanted to make a fire in the fire pit during our stay. I asked my six year-old daughter to give her review and she said she loved the porch and the sweet black and white kitty (`Ike) the best. We can't wait to come back!

The house was nice and cozy. We throughly enjoyed our stay. Great location in Volcano.

The house and the grounds were beautiful. The owners were very responsive answering all questions we had. The kitchen was very well stocked, they also provided Italian coffee maker and steamer which we used all the time. The location is perfect for visiting the volcano park, but also convenient to see Hilo area. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

We had a wonderful stay here. The pictures do not do justice to the place. The location is perfect for exploring Volcano National Park and for taking the short drive into Hilo. The apartment is well appointed and nicely stocked. Mark and Lucretia are very responsive hosts and provided great ideas for restaurants and activities. We would definitely stay here again next time we visit The Big Island.

Beautiful property, very comfortable home. Close proximity to explore the volcano, and surrounding area!

Perfect for our needs exploring the volcano and Hilo side. A very clean, nice space.Mark and Cretia are very warm and welcoming! Highly recommended!

This spot is better in person than the pictures represent. It's very clean and comfortable. The grounds are beautiful and the lanai is very private. Well stocked with cookware, utensils and basic supplies for people who plan on cooking. Being the first leg of our trip, the wine and goodies were a nice welcome upon our arrival :). The guidebook and reading material helped us plan our time in Volcano and surrounding areas with great suggestions. The location was perfect if you plan on visiting the park and a short drive to Hilo. As suggested, we stocked up at the grocery stores beforehand as there isn't much in Volcano grocery-wise. We would definitely stay here again and recommend this place to anyone interested in staying in this area.

This was the 3rd place we stayed this trip, and by far the best. Perhaps it has something to do with going from a cottage in Hawi, then a beach front condo in Kona to a house in Volcano!! This was, by far, the largest and best equipped and furnished property. The kitchen was a pleasure to cook in and well stocked with dishes and cookware. We did need some heat in the mornings and only had one afternoon on the lanai (listening to the birds) but that was because we were out touring most days. I agree with others that the bedroom closet arrangement could be improved and I think the bedside tables are too low. Great to have filtered water and enjoyed a pancake breakfast. Thank you M & L for the birthday card and cookies..

Hau’oli Place is ideally located to explore Volcanos National Park. The setting of the condo in the rainforest is so lush and we enjoyed as much tine as possible outdoors on the lanai. The condo is artfully decorated and well equipped. We were particularly impressed with the offered pantry staples, particularly the pancake mix and coffee. What a nice touch! Being aware of our evening arrival and that we were a party of four, our gracious hosts had even pre-made the sofa bed. The Hawaiian welcoming didn’t end there, they even invited us to a Christmas party they were hosting next door and we enjoyed the company of many locals who gave us advice on thrings to do and places to see. We couldn’t have asked for a more pleasant stay.

We are very pleased we chose Hau'oli Place for our stay in Volcano. It is spotlessly clean, comfortable, attractively decorated, and well located for exploring Volcanoes National Park and the surrounding area. The cottage is on the same property as the manager's home, but it is surrounded by forest and situated so that it feels completely private. The neighborhood is very quiet. You may hear (but you won't see) a neighbor leaving for work in the morning; otherwise there is only the sound of birds in the trees or the patter of rain on the roof. The cottage itself is surprisingly roomy. And the covered lanai, which runs the length of the building, adds to the usable space. We loved sitting out there when the sun came out. On cool, rainy days we appreciated the fireplace in the great room. If needed, extra blankets are provided for the very comfy bed. So despite having some drippy weather (not unexpected, as it is in a rain forest) we were warm and cozy. The kitchen is well stocked with all the basic supplies. There were even two fresh eggs, courtesy of a neighbor's hens, waiting for us in the fridge :-) The appliances are up-to-date and most of the dishes and cooking utensils look brand new. Please be aware Volcano Village is a tiny place with no supermarket - only two small stores that offer a bit more than your average gas station convenience store. So if you plan to do much cooking you will have to drive a ways to get groceries. If there is any downside to this cottage, it is that the bedroom is short on space for clothing storage. But we found it adequate for two people. A small suggestion: it would help ladies with "mature" eyesight (like me!) to have a magnifying makeup mirror in the bathroom. It's difficult to lean in close to the mirror above the vanity. Mark is great to deal with. He is available and helpful without being intrusive. He knows the area well and is ready with suggestions for things to do and places to eat. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hau'oli Place. If we plan a visit to the area in future we will not hesitate to book this charming accommodation.

Our 3 night stay was very good. Besides the great location, the house was well-supplied with a great covered lanai with lots of padded seating, tables, and a gas grill. The electric heaters in the bedroom and bathroom came in handy as did the gas fireplace! Comfy bed, good shower. Bedroom needs more and better storage, and more than 3 hangers, but was workable for a shorter stay. No filtered water, which was strange, but Mark supplied us with 2 gallons for drinking and cooking. Mark met us when we arrived and was very helpful in walking us through the house and explaining things. All in all a good stay!

We really enjoyed our stay. Home was extremely nice and the local property managers went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Would certainly recomend to others. 👍�

My husband and I had the opportunity to stay at such a well appointed home in Volcano. We were initially impressed with how incredibly clean every aspect of the house interior as well as exterior was kept. This is not always the case and sometimes are misled with photos and reviews. The attention to detail was impressive. The furniture, living room, bedroom and outdoor lanai was very comfortable to top it off. Mark made himself available immediately to any questions that we might have had and was kind and knowledgeable of the area and happenings in the Volcano National Park. We are residents of the Big Island and visit volcano at least twice a year. We will be planning our future trips based on this availability. Mahalo nui loa!!! The Bamboo Cottage 218329 Jennifer and Jeff from Hawi, North Kohala