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As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home!

2.0 star property
Holiday home in Mountain View with kitchen and patio

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Lobby
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Interior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms79 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view
The current price is AU$438
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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Volcano, HI
  • Place, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Volcano House
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the area

Mountain View

At this holiday home, you'll be 21.7 km (13.5 mi) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a patio. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a stovetop. A DVD player and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers barbecues and a water dispenser. .With a stay at this Mountain View holiday home, you'll be 13.7 km (8.5 mi) from Akatsuka Orchid Gardens and 14.8 km (9.2 mi) from 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass.

What's nearby

  • Akatsuka Orchid Gardens - 39 min drive - 17.1 km
  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass - 40 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Volcano House - 47 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 49 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Volcano Golf and Country Club - 49 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kuhia- Carvalho Pub - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Big Island Coffee Roasters - ‬41 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.

As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home!


🌋 Volcano Rainforest Retreat — As Seen on Building Off the Grid!

Escape to Volcano Home, a handcrafted 2-bedroom, 2-bath retreat set on 3 acres of private Hawaiian rainforest near Volcanoes National Park. Featured on Building Off the Grid (Season 7, Episode 5: “Volcano Home”), this artist-designed sanctuary offers comfort, creativity, and eco-friendly living.

Relax in themed bedrooms with queen beds, ceiling fans, and cozy linens. The main bath features a custom lava rock shower with dual rain heads, while the outdoor shower lets you bathe under the stars.

Cook in a Volcano-inspired kitchen stocked with essentials, local coffee, teas, honey, and condiments. Enjoy meals or morning coffee on the lanai surrounded by lush rainforest sounds.

Unplug and unwind with no Wi-Fi (cell service available). For entertainment, enjoy a 42" TV with family movies, karaoke, books, and games.

We provide beach gear, snorkel sets, and a cooler for day trips. The home runs fully off-grid with solar, rain catchment, and propane—so you can enjoy sustainability without sacrificing comfort.

Only 20 minutes to Volcanoes National Park and 20 miles from Hilo Airport, Volcano Home is your peaceful base for exploring waterfalls, beaches, and the Big Island’s natural wonders.

Reconnect with nature and experience authentic Hawai‘i living at Volcano Home.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 850 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place used towels in one of the laundry baskets in the bedroom closet.
Please rinse or wash dirty dishes
Please shut off all lights and make sure water and oven are off. Please lock all doors, windows and gate.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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 all accommodation.

Property Registration Number GE-005-757-2352-01, TA-005-757-2352-01, 3110330710000

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! ?

The closest beach to As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! is Kehena Beach (19.5 km).

How much does it cost to stay at As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! ?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$437.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! ?

No, As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

As seen on Discovery Channel's "Building off the grid" Volcano Home! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property! Very well stocked. Amazing setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quality Home in the Rainforest

The Volcano Home has a rugged sense of utility in its architecture, without losing a hint of homeliness or convenience. The area itself is quite rural, with gravel road crisscrossing dense rainforest. The hosts stock the kitchen, bath, and rooms with plenty of conveniences that might have been forgotten.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Attention to Detail

Beautifully decorated with fresh plants/flowers. Nice secluded location just a few minutes from the volcano. The owner notified us on our first morning that a new eruption had started earlier; and we were able to make it there to witness it. Loved the shower and the comfortable beds. Provided lots of vacation supplies (such as umbrellas and snorkel gear) and a well stocked food pantry.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Once in a lifetime stay

This property has absolutely everything you need (and so much more) for a quiet & comfortable stay. We traveled with our one and a half year old and we truly could’ve packed a sack of clothes for him and been aye okay during our stay here with all the great amenities they had stocked up. You could true heart and soul went into this property and I can say without a shadow of a doubt, this is by far one of the best short term rentals we have ever stayed at! The quiet neighborhood and convenience to the national park was exactly what we were looking for during our first part of our Big Island trip. Definitely don’t skip on staying at the Volcano Home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nabil S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Loved my stay at the Volcano Home. My friend and I spent the last two nights of our Big Island vacation here to access Hawai'i Volcano National Park and Hilo. The property is "off the beaten path" and provides an amazingly memorable experience with a very comfortable homelike experience. I appreciated the communication with Joshua and Geneva that made the entire experience seamless. A beautiful and delicious fruit basket was provided on the kitchen and the entire kitchen is stocked with various food items as well as delicious coffee. One thing that stood out for me was how sustainable the property is, relying on a rain water catchment system for water supply. I can't recommend it enough and can't recommend Joshua and Geneva as wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This home was featured in Discovery's "Building Off the Grid Series" which made it interesting and unique. This was the most well-stocked place I have every stayed as they had everything a person could need, including food!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Volcano Home

Truly beautiful off grid home with all you need for a comfortable, peaceful stay! The welcome fruit and goodies was a special surprise and very much appreciated! Just a short drive to Volcano National Park which enabled us to see it at night as well as during the day. Really enjoyed the stargazing in the beautiful, clear night sky. The beds were super comfy! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024