Nestled in a lush native Hawaiian rain forest, Lava House offers an immersive retreat. Relax on the covered patio with ambient music and take in the surreal views of Fissure 8's geothermal heated pockets, surrounded by tropical birdsong and coqui frogs serenading at night.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Lava House
Welcome to our beautifully designed Lava House. Situated on 2 private acres of pristine beauty and tranquility. A long winding driveway leads you to our very private home which backs up to the most spectacular lava field. Our home is surrounded by gorgeous, lush native Hawaiian rain forest, flowers, fruit trees, birds and imminent view of a recent phenomenon - Fissure 8.This was the most destructive fissure from the 2018 Lava flow and contains geothermal heated pockets on the island. Other things to note The lava eruption of 2018 in Leilani Estates Hawaii has left behind a spectacular landscape of some of the world's newest Earth and our home incredibly survived only by 100 feet. Spend the night in our Lava House, the closest house to Fissure 8. Then wake up to the still hot and steaming lava field and enjoy the spectacular sunrise. You will experience the sound of nature with the rustles of tree leaves, the songs of tropical birds during the day and coqui frogs at night. Enjoy breath-taking alpenglow by sunset, where clouds are almost touching the Fissure 8. And then, view the never-ending night sky. Just sit comfortably in the chair on our covered patio with glass of wine or your favorite drink and relax by listening to ambient music and set your tone for your time spending here. Enjoy this romantic place on the Earth. Paradise awaits! You will have your own private space but still have a caretaker on site if you need anything.
Adventure to Rainbow Falls, explore the alien terrain of Lava Tree State Monument, or pick up some fresh local products from the Kalapana Farmer's Market! Shopping & restaurants are located 10 minutes away in historic Pahoa town. Near the local Roman Catholic Church is the memorial statue of Father Damien who established first churches here in 1865 and lived on Big Island for 9 years before Molokai.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number GE-031-944-0384-01, TA-031-944-0381-01
About the area
Located in Pahoa, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. Visit our Pahoa travel guide
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Lava House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lava House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lava House located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pahoa Museum, Lava Tree State Monument and Star of the Sea Painted Church. Hawaiian Beaches Park and Kapoho Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Lava House Reviews
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Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and beautiful property. Property manager and owner communication was great. Family enjoyed the amenities and rested after being active all day near Hilo. Thank you and Happy New Year.
We loved this place: Diana, who manages the property for the owners, was very friendly, helpful and responsive to all our questions and needs. The property itself gave us a front-row seat to the awesome forces that are still forming the island of Hawaii: It's adjacent to an area devastated by a 2018 volcanic eruption. It's a great location to explore anywhere on the eastern side of the Big Island, from nearby Kalapana and the Red Road, to Hilo, all the way up to Waipio. The house, which is off the grid and is solar- and battery-powered, has every modern convenience. We hope to stay here again.
We had a wonderful time staying over New Years and Mother Earth provided all the energy and ambiance that we needed. The house is very comfortable and well equipped with everything you need to relax, drink and prepare food. The contrast of the Fissure 8 lava flow to the lush replanted tropical garden is amazing. The house is off grid but everything ran seamlessly. There are some limitations on where a person can wander on the newly created lava but I think those are probably wise safety issues.
We also enjoyed the artsy small town, local feel of Pāhoa and really recommend the Saturday market on the coast at Kalapana. The produce was excellent and very well priced.
Checkin was easy and well communicated.
Overall a truly unique and memorable experience.
Overall a pleasant, memorable stay at a very unique location. The check-in process was smooth, with the manager meeting us at the house upon arrival. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Every room was decorated with a special touch and had a beautiful view of the surrounding nature.
What a special place. We had a lovely stay in the jungle right in the edge of the majestic fissure 8. It was truly magical, a very memorable and lovely experience for our family. I wish we had stayed longer.
This property is a true winner. They have thought of everything. Excellent communication lovely accomodation. Hope we are fortunate enough to return in the future. Great Vibe!
We didn't realize just how special this place was until we stayed here and understood how devastated this area was. It was an honor to be able to be in a place that was spared from complete destruction. Our only regret is that we didn't just spend more time sitting at the house and enjoying everything.