Kahu 'lo - Guardian Hawk
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Your next volcano adventure awaits at this Big Island home, beautifully situated on a property filled with Ohia trees, Kahili ginger, and magnificent Hapu'u ferns. Offering a wood-burning stove, a fully equipped kitchen, and fantastic proximity to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, this home provides everything you need to relax and unwind in tropical fashion.
What's nearby:
This home is only 10 minutes by car from the entrance to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, allowing you to hike across the floor of the Kilauea-Iki crater, trek to Halema'u ma'u, or take a night hike to see the active lava flows. You'll also be a 10-minute drive from popular restaurants, including 'Ōhelo Cafe and The Rim, and a 40-minute drive from the historic city of Hilo and the black sands of Punalu'u Beach.
Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen (without a dishwasher)
*Please note that the home utilizes rainwater catchment and is not recommended for drinking. Guest is responsible for supplying their own drinking water. Please be mindful of water usage.
This rental is managed by Vacasa Vacation Rentals of Hawaii, LLC.
GE/TAT071-491-7888-01
Stays over 28 nights may be eligible for a fee waiver.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Registration Number: GE-071-491-7888-01 | STVR 19-368323
Akila C.
April 2024
Be prepared to stay out of town by getting all the food prior coming to this home including water
Home is cozy n v private
Tony P.
May 2023
Check in process was smooth and easy. The property had enough of the basic kitchen utensils to cook meals, the grill worked well. The small heaters provided quickly warmed up the cabin when needed. Bring plenty of fire starter if you plan to use the wood oven/ fireplace. The view from the back porch was as advertised, this felt like a very private getaway. We rarely heard noise from the neighboring properties. It would have been nice to have a few more outside seating options, especially to use the outside fire pit. Overall very happy with our stay and the proximity to the Park.
Rodrigo A.
February 2023
The listing is deceiving as it never mentions that the bedroom is downstairs, not accessible from the inside and not permitted by the county. This unit should be listed as a studio. The bedroom is a health hazard due to the strong mold smell. We had to sleep on the living room, there was no linens provided for the sofa bed, it was a really thin pad that you could feel all the metal base, so we had to ask for an air mattress. Not a chance of 4 adults staying. Also the listing doesn’t say the internet is via satellite which is really slow and can barely download e-mails and that you have to haul your trash. Vacasa should update the listing to reflect the reality of the property.
Olga R.
January 2023
Did not enjoy our stay here. The fridge was broken, bathtub didn't drain, all dishes were dirty. Very dated house, smells stale, all the sheets had that old laundry scent. Layout was weird, completely separate bedroom entrance, at night it gets very creepy so we all just slept on a very bumpy n lumpy pullout couch
On a plus side, listening to tree frogs was amazing
Louise P.
April 2022
Need a bathroom downstairs beside the bed room
Tamara M.
April 2022
We had fun here- kinda rustic but comfortable. Should mention the house has an awkward layout with the bedroom downstairs next to the garage, so you have to walk outside in the rain to go back and forth. Loved the outdoor shower though.
Kimberly M.
April 2022
The house is clean and well stocked with everything from toiletries to cooking pans and utensils and even a washer and dryer. The layout is a bit quirky as the living room, kitchen and main bath/shower upstairs with the bedroom down stairs. It's easy enough to move around and the eaves keep you dry from the rain (remember it's a rainforest) as you move around the property.
The privacy is second to none as the house is tucked nicely into the jungle with only views of the roofs of neighboring homes.
If you're booking this place it is because you want to spend time at Hawaii Volcano National Park. It's a very short drive to the park, great hiking and great views. It is also very close to the wonderful restaurants in the town of Volcano. There are also a couple of minimart type stores there. However, the closest grocery store would be FoodLand in Keaau. Not a bad drive as you shouldn't have to run to a major store except once.
As long as you're okay with stairs and don't mind rain, the place is homey and a good place to stay.
The only problem we had was the gate code we were given was incorrect. A phone call got us into the emergency set of keys as they couldn't figure out the gate code either. We also called about getting a later checkout. I gave up after waiting on the phone for over 40 minutes for anyone to talk to. This isn't the owners fault by any means but a reflection on Vacasa itself. If they offer 24 hour contact, someone should answer the phone.
George L.
April 2022
Advertised cost was not actual cost. By a long shot. We paid over $500 for one night. I understand the properties are more geared to multiple nights, but that was too much. Five times advertised price. Also, would have appreciated some way to know what keys were for what locks.
Tiffany D.
November 2021
We loved the location of this beautiful home. It was cozy and updated. The frogs at night were a welcome change to the construction and noise of Other hotel guests in Kona. Communication was great and it felt like we got a great deal . I would definitely stay here again.
Brenda F.
September 2021
Property was clean. Home was difficult to use too many stairs, doors etc
Brent D.
March 2020
Decent place to stay for the price.
Thomas G.
January 2020
We enjoyed this place as it was relatively close to the HI volcanoes park and very quiet. A little strange that the bedroom is separated (downstairs with separate locked door) from the rest of the house and isn’t close to the bathroom, but we got used to that and really enjoyed the quiet jungle and the chickens.
Andrew J.
December 2019
2nd time staying at this location didn't disappoint! New Furniture since my last stay very nice! Caretaker called on my second day to make sure all was good Awesome gesture on there part. Was looking for a quite get away minutes for the National Park. Got some hiking and Mountain Biking in each day of my stay. Location very secluded and quite great for unwinding.
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