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6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat.

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Photo gallery for 6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat.

Exterior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, memory foam beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Volcano, HI
  • Aloha Candy Company
    5 min drive
  • Volcano Garden Arts
    5 min drive
  • Cooper Center
    6 min drive
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    42 min drive

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About the area

Volcano

Ohia Estates stay.Your stay at this Ohia Estates vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Aloha Candy Company and Volcano Garden Arts. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Cooper Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Volcano Garden Arts - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Volcano House - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Volcano Art Center and Gallery - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Kilauea - 13 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thai Thai Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Volcano Garden Arts - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Big O's - ‬6 min drive

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 manager

Matt Hubner

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

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
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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6 mins from Nat'l Park! Enjoy the sound of rain & birds in a peaceful retreat. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

B H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cottage in Rain Forrest
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R., Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness
12/10 recommend
Beautiful home. Well thought out ammenities beyond my expectations. Area is dense plants but residential. Very close to national park. Only regret is we didnt have more time to enjoy this rental. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Woodland Adventure
Spacious cottage close to Volcano National Park. Tucked in woods. Easy to live in and enjoy. Nearness to Park a great advantage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick L., Philadelphia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Bryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

Julie K., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location for Volcanoes and comfortable
We only stayed one night to get us closer to Volcanoes National Park before heading over to the Kona side of the island. I wish we could have stayed another! The house was comfortable and roomy for our family of four and the jungle setting was really cool. The coqui frogs do make noise all night, so bring a sound machine if you're a light sleeper. The directions and instructions were perfect and we were able to find the house easily and use everything we needed inside the home. The house was very clean also. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
As Advertised
Great location to Volcanoes National Park. Secluded and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Frank B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rain forestt retreat
We were very impressed with everything about Fern Cottage from Matt’s instructions to the property itself. I have stayed in a number of rental properties but I have never seen the thoughtfulness I found here. Kitchen drawers were labeled. Individual heaters in the bedrooms as well as heated mattress pads. A gas stove in the living room to take off the chill. The cottage is close to Volcano village and the park. The property is close to the back of the estate and surrounded by the forest so it is private in every aspect. I am sure we will back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Different view of Hawaii
Stayed here 4 nights of a 16 night visit to taste the island at 4000 ft. It was fun although we hit a very rainy period. Home was warm and cozy and we managed the volcano visit and a round of golf. Had check in trouble (my fault for misplacing Instructions) but Matt came to the rescue with one phone call. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Chandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient Location
We were barely there, just wanted a clean place to stay close to VNP and this fit the bill. Directions to the property and the gate were very clear. Nice open space and lots of towels/bedding etc. You can tell the area has a rainforest climate as it was slightly musty smelling. Very clean though! The entire town had a rainy damp feel to it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We had a fantastic stay at Ohia Estates. The home was comfortable, clean, and nicely decorated. We appreciated the spaciousness of the kitchen and living room. I enjoyed the option to heat my side of the bed while my partner kept his side cool. Sitting on the deck enjoying the lush grounds and listening to the birds was so peaceful. We should have stayed here another day and would definitely return to this property. It's a great spot to stay while visiting Volcano National Park. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient Private Cabin
My husband and 5 year old daughter were with me. This is a cute, convenient and private cabin very close to Volcano National Park and Volcano Village (market and food trucks). We had a wonderful stay here! I will forewarn anyone who stays anywhere in this area that it is much colder and damp than in Kona on the coast. With that being said this place had it all to make it cozy and warm! Heat pads for the beds, propane stove in living room, electric wall fireplaces in bedrooms, and hot water. They have it figured out to make the best of the conditions there! I would recommend this place for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arik T.

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

10/10 Excellent

P M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

lark l.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Garrett H., Homer, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This is a great spot to stay in Volcano to see the sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Frank A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in the rainforest
The house had everything we needed. It was in a great location for the National park and not too far from other areas of interest. It did rain every day but that was the beauty of it. When you traveled a little farther away from the rainforest it was sunny. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone visiting this area of the Big Island
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom T., Corpus Christi, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful home
Staying at Hake Hubner Fern Cottage was a real treat. It is a beautiful, comfortable cottage and I would not hesitate to recommend it to other travellers. We made use of the beach towels and cooler for a trip to Green Sand Beach and Black Sand Beach (turtles!). And we went hiking in Volcanoes National Park which is just down the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023