Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite
* Loved by guests, Premier Host, 10/10 * All five stars ***** in all 5 years * "Best deal on the island" per guests * Discounts - Mobile, last minute, early booking, extended stay & Member. * Free, fastest wifi on the island, booster on your office desk. Fioptics 1000 Mbps download and 600 Mbps upload * Secluded, serene forest setting * Very clean space, comfortable bed * Sleek, modern bath, large walk-in shower, multiple shower heads * Peaceful & relaxing, no visible neighbors, windows all around. * 5 minutes to shops, groceries etc. * Central to Hilo and Volcano towns * Guests say - spotless, fantastic, excellent, spacious, private with a fabulous forest view. * Host goes above and beyond; friendly, accommodating and responsive while respecting privacy. * Perfect for singles, couples or two friends traveling together. * Outdoor covered garden area for BBQ and dining. * Free use of new washer and dryer * Many happy repeat guests.
Immerse yourself in an exceptional all 5-star experience in this comfortable, clean, modern and unique custom home on two acres of tropical paradise on the Eastern tip of the Big Island of Hawaii. Adventures abound beginning with spectacular active volcanoes that can be viewed safely within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a lovely 45 minute drive.
Enjoy two bedrooms and a modern marbled bath with walk-in shower and lanai (balcony) overlooking untouched native forest in your own upper guest suite, plus more amenities (see below).
Our guests speak for themselves in their All 5 Star reviews, 28 of them on this platform alone, complimenting the location, excellent value and the Premier Host who lives on the lower floor. Lava Forest Retreat sits in the heart of Hawaii, on the eastern tip of the Big Island, surrounded by two untouched acres of gorgeous tropical native Hawaiian rainforest, fruit trees, flowers and birds. There is no other place like it in the world.
Comfortable country living, with modern convenience, in this spacious two-story, custom home is what Hawaii vacations are all about. This newly renovated lava themed house, in the lush subdivision of Leilani Estates, provides the perfect space to kick back and relax in style, inside and out. Guests are delighted to find they sleep exceptionally well and enjoy waking to coffee on their private lanai overlooking Hawaii's natural beauty.
If adventure is your thing, you'll want to take in the spectacular thrill and majesty of nature's explosive volcanic power at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and return to relax and recharge in comfort and style at Lava Forest Retreat where guests remark on the peaceful atmosphere and very clean space.
Revel in the comfort of your newly renovated, unique, one of a kind interior experience, your own lava themed decor private guest suite. Entire second floor is yours, featuring a master bedroom with a comfortable queen sized bed, private lanai off your bedroom with untouched native forest views, decorated in unique, lava themed, bespoke furniture made by your host using reclaimed wood. Not only that, you have even more space in an additional bedroom that features a sofa that converts to a bed, as well as a mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker. The suite also boasts its own beautifully marble tiled private custom bath, adjacent to your master bedroom with a sizable walk-in shower, multiple shower heads and floating glass sink over marble vanity. Also included in the guest suite are a work desk and chair, the fastest internet speed on the island and two closets.
Your suite is equipped with bedding, linens, pillows, towels, coffee and tea as well as free high-speed fioptics 1000 Mbps download and 600 Mbps upload, wi-fi throughout plus a portable booster that can be plugged in anywhere on the property. A whole house UV filter system provides safe, drinkable water throughout the home.
The entire upper floor is yours, but that's not all. Also included, new washer and dryer in the covered outdoor seating area available to you at no additional charge, Also in the covered area, an outdoor table, patio furniture and surrounding garden make for a nice dining experience.
Open to stunning skies day and night, with gentle breezes from the north, this gem is a favorite of repeat guests. Take a walk along the flower lined streets of Leilani Estates' lovely tropical neighborhoods or explore the exciting adventures the Big Island has to offer. Two acres of undeveloped native forest surround the property, forming a natural living flower lei, providing life for Hawaii's native flora and fauna to flourish.
This home is a guest favorite, rated top 10 in the area. The host takes great pride in providing a peaceful, clean, comfortable and private stay. You will see many positive comments about the host in the reviews. Hosted means the owner lives in the home. The owner's private spaces are on the lower floor in the back of the house. It is the owner's top priority to respect your privacy. This is the real Hawaii, a home, not a hotel.
Only five minutes away is unique and funky Pahoa town, where you'll find the convenience of many varied restaurants, food trucks, one-of-a-kind shops, grocery stores including a large local grocery store and a natural food market, banks, ATM's, gas and a CVS drug store. Sunday's Makuu Farmer's Market, with it's many varied booths, is 19 minutes away. A nature filled drive to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is 40 minutes. Just 15 minutes to the ocean and many other incredible sights. Hilo town, the county seat and Hilo airport are just 35 minutes away.
Views of the forest add to the relaxing atmosphere, seen from the many windows and private lanai in the guest suite, creating an indoor treehouse effect. The outdoors is invited into the interior with fresh floral bouquets.
Relax in Big-Island-style and comfort. View the sunset from your private lanai followed by the night sky full of stars. Venture out to view lava eruptions, waterfalls, beaches, mountains and many more exciting and breathtaking Big Island memory making moments, then return to relax in peace and comfort surrounded by nature's beauty.
Owner is a 37 year resident and an award winning baker who resides in the home in separate private rooms on the lower floor. If you mention your favorite dessert, don't be surprised if it magically appears.
The Lava Forest Retreat maintained its presence and indeed flourished following the lava eruption of 2018 in Leilani Estates subdivision where this home is located. In dramatic fashion, Pele the Fire Goddess and her lava eruption have left behind a spectacular landscape of some of the world's newest Earth, most majestic rain forests and other worldly views.
Pahoa town, with it's eclectic charm, is only 5 minutes away, with many unique shops and restaurants. Kehena Black Sand Beach is 18 minutes away, with a view of serene, swimmable coastal tide pools along the route. Be sure to visit Pohoiki Beach, a short drive through a dramatic coastal landscape of forest and lava to a black sand beach that is a favorite of local surfers. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a must see, about a 40 minute drive. Take a day trip to Kona on the other side or just a walk around the block, you will find the Big Island's beauty everywhere.
If you're looking for adventure, the Big Island is your best choice. If an unforgettable experience, like no other, is your desire, Lava Forest Retreat awaits you.
If you have questions please contact me through the messaging available on this app. I look forward to hearing from you and seeing you soon 😎.
Aloha, Christine
Overnattingsstedets fasiliteter
Strand
Strandhåndklær
Internett
Tilgjengelig i huset: wi-fi (inkludert)
Parkering og transport
Parkering på stedet
Mat og drikke
Brødrister
Kaffetrakter/tekoker
Kjøleskap
Krydder
Mikrobølgeovn
Mikser
Papirhåndklær
Soverom
2 soverom
Sengetøy
Sovesofa
Bad
1 bad
Badekar
Badekar eller dusj
Dusj
Håndklær (inkludert)
Hårføner
Såpe
Toalettpapir
Oppholdsområder
Stue
Underholdning
Spill
Utendørsområder
Grill
Hage
Møblert lanai
Utemøbler
Klesvask
Vaskemaskin
Vaskeritjenester
Arbeidsområder
Skrivebord
Skrivebordsstol
Kjæledyr
Ingen kjæledyr tillatt
Tilgjengelighetstilpasning
Hvis du har tilgjengelighetsbehov, må du kontakte overnattingsstedet via kontaktopplysningene i bestillingsbekreftelsen du mottok etter bestilling.
17 trappetrinn til inngangen
Flisgulv i fellesområdene
Godt opplyst vei til inngangen
Gulvtepper i fellesområdene
Håndtak i trapper
Tregulv i fellesområdene
Øvre etasjer kan kun nås via trapper
Røykfritt overnattingssted
Tjenester og bekvemmeligheter
Bytte av håndklær på forespørsel
Bytte av sengetøy (på forespørsel)
Rengjøring på forespørsel
Beliggenhet
I landlige omgivelser
På fjellet
Opplevelser
Sykkeloppbevaring
Sykkelparkering
Basketball i nærheten
Fugletitting i nærheten
Svømming i nærheten
Sikkerhetstiltak
Ingen karbonmonoksidalarm (verten har oppgitt at det ikke finnes noen karbonmonoksidalarm på overnattingsstedet, men at stedet har gassdrevne apparater, så det kan være lurt å ta med en selv)
Røykvarsler (verten har oppgitt at det finnes en røykvarsler på overnattingsstedet)
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Husregler
Please remove your shoes when entering the house. Mahalo
Kjæledyr
Kjæledyr er ikke tillatt
Barn og ekstrasenger
Barn er velkomne
Informasjon fra verten: Children must be accompanied by an adult
Arrangementer
Ingen arrangementer tillatt
Røyking
Røyking er ikke tillatt
Viktig informasjon
Viktig å vite
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Spesielle forespørsler avhenger av tilgjengelighet ved innsjekking og kan koste ekstra. Spesielle forespørsler kan ikke garanteres oppfylt
Det er ikke tillatt å arrangere fester eller andre arrangementer på stedet
Langtidsleie er mulig
Verten har oppgitt at det ikke finnes noen karbonmonoksidalarm på overnattingsstedet, men at stedet har gassdrevne apparater, så det kan være lurt å ta med en selv
Verten har oppgitt at det finnes en røykvarsler på overnattingsstedet
Overnattingsstedet har sikkerhetstiltak som brannslukningsapparat, førstehjelpsskrin og reilelås
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Om området
Denne ferieboligen ligger i landlige omgivelser og på fjellet i Pahoa. Ønsker du å se vakre naturomgivelser, kan du ta turen til Mackenzie State Park og Lava Tree delstatsmonument, mens Imiloa astronomisenter og University Theater kan friste med kulturelt påfyll. SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center og Pohoiki er også verdt et besøk. Benytt også sjansen til å ta del i vannopplevelser som svømming og bli med på andre aktiviteter, blant annet fugletitting. Se vår reiseguide til Pahoa
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo internasjonale flyplass) - 44 min kjøring
Restauranter
McDonald's
15 min kjøring
Marzo's Country Sports Bar & Grill
15 min kjøring
Black Rock Cafe
13 min kjøring
Kohala coffee Co
15 min kjøring
Popeyes
15 min kjøring
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Er det tillatt med kjæledyr på Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite ?
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Hvor mye koster det å bo på Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite ?
Per 20. sep. 2026 har vi funnet en startpris på 2 124 kr, inkludert skatter og avgifter, for én natt for 2 voksne på Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite den 21. sep. 2026. Prisen er basert på den laveste prisen per natt funnet i løpet av de siste 24 timene for opphold i løpet av de neste 30 dagene. Prisene kan endre seg. Velg datoer for å se mer nøyaktige priser.
Hvor mye koster det å parkere på Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite ?
Overnattingsstedet har parkeringsplass.
Når kan man sjekke inn på Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite ?
Innsjekkingen begynner kl. 14.00.
Når må man sjekke ut på Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite ?
Utsjekkingstidspunktet er kl. 11.00.
Hvor ligger Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite ?
Denne ferieboligen ligger på fjellet og 15 kilometer unna Pahoa Museum, Lava Tree delstatsmonument og Star of the Sea Painted Church. Hawaiian Beaches Park ligger 16 kilometer unna.
Anmeldelser av Tropical Forest Retreat, Exceptional 10/10, all 5 star, Guest Favorite
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Wild pigs and guinea fowl wandered through the yard while we had coffee on the lanai with a rainforest view. We traveled and saw Pele’s episode 41. Great trip. Recommend this host Thank you!
Peaceful, quiet setting surrounded by native garden. Impeccably clean home. Shared kitchen with host, guest area has microwave, minifridge and coffe maker.Host is very helpful.We enjoyed outdoor dining in the covered patio overlooking the garden. Highly recommend.
We had a lovely stay with Christine . Our accommodations were perfect . Bed was comfortable and our space ,ideal . Lots of windows for the tropical breeze and a beautiful private deck to enjoy coffee on. Looking forward to booking another stay at The Lava rock retreat .
This was one of the reasons I love Hawaii. It was quiet, clean, and beautiful! The owner was so very kind and very respectful. I highly recommend this property for all travelers. Thank you for making my stay magical.
Clean, relaxing, comfortable, and with an amazing host! Krissy made us feel at home with her warm and hospitable personality. The space was tucked away in a lovely neighborhood central to all our sightseeing points on the east side of the island.
Everything was as advertised. Beautiful setting & very clean & comfortable, and you can't beat the lush view off the upstairs balcony !
The owner of this property was a wonderful hostess. She had some great eating suggestions, and also baked us some tasteful treats.
All in All: Excellent Place to Stay !
We chose this property mainly because of how close it was to where our family lives in Pahoa. That being said, if we were to come visit again this property would definitely be a top choice. Christine was very hospitable and friendly and super quick to answer any questions we had about the property and its amenities.
This was a very relaxing and clean spot. The tree frogs chirping at night was extremely soothing. We felt safe and learned a lot about the island from Chrissy. Her cookies were to die for!
This is a special place owned and run by a special lady. The location is excellent with marvelous destinations nearby—if you can tear yourself away from the second floor deck ten feet away from the picture-perfect rain forest. Needless to add, it is highly recommended.
This a lovingly maintained property, and Christine is a gracious host. Youʻll marvel at the profusion of plants in her garden and in the rainforest that partly surrounds her property, all visible from a lovely lanai off this second-story suite! Comfortable and serene -- a genuine taste of Hawaii life far from the tourist resorts.
My grandson and I stayed a week with Christine while visiting Hawaii and my older brother. Right from the start Christine made us feel extremely welcomed - that Aloha feeling from start to finish. Accommodations were very comfortable and we especially enjoyed the photographs of local point of interests. Thanks Christine for all our great conversations, we had the best time with you.
We recently returned to this VRBO rental about a year after our first visit, and we’re happy to report that it’s just as fantastic as we remembered!•Consistency: The property remains in excellent condition, and it’s clear the host continues to maintain it to a very high standard.•Cleanliness: Spotless, just like our first visit. Attention to detail in cleanliness is one of this rental’s strongest points.•Host: Once again, the host went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. They are friendly, accommodating, and very responsive.We were thrilled to have another positive experience here and wouldn’t hesitate to stay at this rental again. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a clean, comfortable, and well-maintained place!
My brother and I had a great stay at the house in Leilani estates. It was very peaceful and quiet. The house was nice and secluded in the Hawaiian jungle. There were lots of beautiful palm trees and various other kinds of fruit trees and plants. The hostess was great. She cooked a meal and invited us to share on several occations. She was a wonderful hostess. This was an overall outstanding stay at this location.
We had a comfortable, quiet, peaceful stay in Lelani Estates. Everything was clean and relaxing from the long driveway buffering a quiet neighborhood road to the upstairs suite with lanai overlooking a back jungle. Krisy cares for her home and the surrounding healthy yard fringed with jungle sounds and sights. She was available to ask questions and talk story. Mahalo Krisy for making your home available for guests.
The property was beyond expectations and more than we could have imagined! The wildlife, nature and rainforest setting were simply amazing. Sitting outside soaking in the natural beauty is a highlight that will be treasured forever. Our impression is that the property is well maintained, and the value of nature is respected by the owners. Clean, charming and serene all come to mind when describing this property. Will definitely be back!
This is a 10 stay. The house is in a lush gardenic setting in a very quiet neighborhood. Christine was an excellent host and saw to our every need. The house was immaculately, clean with a beautiful upstairs balcony overlooking our lush yard. A wonderful place to have your morning cup of coffee. We stayed a few different places before reaching Christine‘s house, we were so pleased with her place that we canceled reservations elsewhere in order to stay at the lava house. I can confidently say that is the best deal on the island.
My husband and I stayed here a couple nights on our honeymoon and we loved it! The property is in a lush, green environment and we went on runs/walks often to enjoy all the beauty. The room was wonderful, the shower had three shower heads, and the jacuzzi looks into a beautiful view of the greenery and sky. Christine was so thoughtful in providing everything we needed to feel comfortable, from house slippers to laundry amenities, and beyond. She also was very hospitable, gave helpful suggestions of activities available nearby. Overall a great experience!
We had a fantastic stay at this VRBO rental! Here's a breakdown of our experience:
Property: The place is very nice, exactly as described in the listing.
Cleanliness: Everything was spotless and well-maintained. You can tell that the hosts take great care in keeping the property clean.
Bathroom: The bathroom looks like it was recently remodeled and is modern and sleek. It made our stay very comfortable.
Host: The host was great—very responsive and accommodating. They ensured that all our needs were met and were readily available to answer any questions.
Overall, we highly recommend this rental for anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and well-maintained place to stay!
This was my first hosted property, and at first I was hesitant. But as soon as I met the host-Krysti, I instantly felt welcome, and at the end of the trip was really glad I took the chance on something new. She was very knowledgeable about the area and was able to give food and activities recommendations. And one of my favorite things was the meditation room. I was there for work and pleasure so the room came in handy more than once haha. Oh and can’t forget about the jungle sounds and stars at night! Best sleep I’ve had in years! Highly recommend staying here, you won’t regret it.
My daughter and I stayed at this lovely home for three nights. The location was ideal for us. Necessities, such as gas and groceries, were close by and it was an easy drive to the Hilo area and the coastal areas to our east and south. Our host, Chrissy, was a pleasure. Communication was top-notch, both before and during our stay. This was our first time staying at a hosted rental and we wondered if privacy would be an issue - it was not. Chrissy was available if we needed her, but otherwise we barely knew she was there. We greatly appreciated her kindness and hospitality. The upstairs suite had everything we needed, such as microwave, coffee maker, mini refrigerator (with freezer), two beds (one a foldout futon) and a spacious bathroom. A second bathroom was available to us, as well. Our suite, linens and towels were clean. The house is surrounded by lush jungle foliage and accompanying nature sounds (birds and frogs), which we found relaxing, even late at night.No complaints and highly recommend.
Amazing place to stay!! Very clean very spacious very nice lady! Its super peaceful all you hear is frogs birds and rain! I would definitely recommend to others!
Bodde her 7 netter i juni 2026
Verifisert anmeldelse
10/10 – Utmerket
Stacy
6. des. 2022
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