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Volcano Vibes
Come stay awhile. We’ll leave the light on for ya.
Nature showing off.
Private Driveway just steps from the front door.
Sweet and serene spot to enjoy your morning coffee...

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Volcano, HI
  • Place, Cooper Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Aloha Candy Company
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Volcano House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio style

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome

Awarded Most Hopspitable Host for the State of Hawai’i, Gigi’s Volcano Cottage is the perfect place to stay if you want a quiet, cozy and peaceful retreat. Relax to the sound of local birds, wind in the trees, rain showers on the roof.
Sit outside in the morning and enjoy a hot cup of coffee while listening to the sounds of the tropical rain forest. Breathe the freshest air. Shower in fresh, pure rain water. Rejuvenate before starting out for your adventures, or relax and dive into a good book.

Grill up some local fresh fish, sip on some wine from nearby Volcano Winery. Unplug and unwind. Relax and recharge your body, mind and spirit.

Minutes from Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park and Volcano Winery. Several local artists and art studios are prevalent all over Volcano Village. 20 minutes from famous Punalu'u Black Sands Beach. So much to explore, so many adventures await!

Hi Speed wireless internet, HD smart tv, computer desk, reclining couch, washer/dryer in the unit, full size stainless steel refrigerator/freezer, keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, French press, electric tea kettle, fully stocked kitchen, one cozy queen sized bed with plenty of pillows to choose from... a clean comfortable, quiet and private cottage.

Host lives on site and is available for any special needs.

Host is a professional photographer and licensed wedding officiant. Ask about special guest packages for photo shoots, elopements, vow renewals, weddings, engagement photos or even just a marriage paper signing.

We want you to have the best possible experience while you are here in our beautiful, tropical paradise. Please don't hesitate to reach out for anything that you need!


GE-089-237-7600-01 TA-089-237-7600-01

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

Events allowed: weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you have time, feel free to pile all used linens (sheets and towels) in front of washer.
Please don’t leave any dirty dishes behind. Either hand wash or use the dishwasher.
Be sure and turn off all lights and heater, close windows and lock the door behind you. Mahalo!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GE-089-237-7600-01, TA-089-237-7600-01, 190181040000
Property # 9260036
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
Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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

About the area

Volcano

Located in Volcano, this cottage is in a rural area. Volcano Garden Arts and Volcano House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Aloha Candy Company and Volcano Art Center and Gallery. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hunting.
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Volcano, HI

What's nearby

  • Cooper Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Aloha Candy Company - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Volcano House - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 7 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncle George's Lounge at Volcano House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rim Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lanikai Brewing Company - Volcano Taproom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rico’s Tacos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lava Rock Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$653, 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.

How much is parking at Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Minutes from Hawai’i Volcano National Park...Peaceful, clean, and just awesome located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Cooper Center and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Aloha Candy Company and Volcano Garden Arts are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few miles from volcanoes national park, quiet, marvelous flowers, beautiful grounds, great host communications, clean unit, good WiFi, huge number of spices in kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect: commumication, location right outside the National Park, clean, well lit, well appointed. Gigi is most helpful and gracious!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

The host was helpful and
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

Best host ever. Very welcoming, answered all of our questions before our trip. The house was set up perfectly and every little detail of the house was perfectly set up for guests.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was absolutely perfect for us. The accommodations were immaculate and the grounds were stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gigi's Cottage was so inviting! Beautiful setting, lovely place and Gigi and Marc were wonderful hosts! Especially loved the welcome cookies! Really responsive and helpful. Highly recommended and we hope to stay again on a future visit!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2026
Mahalo for being such great guests!! A hui hou 🤙🏼
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time at Gigi's clean and cozy cottage. Everything was perfect and we greatly enjoyed the overall peace of the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Thanks for being such great guests!!! A hui hou!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cecilia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve stayed at VRBO’s rated 10 but none have really deserved that rating, until this VRBO. So clean, so much attention to detail. Beautiful gardens.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gigi's cottage was the best vacation property we've ever stayed in! You can tell how much care she puts in to each stay - the cleanliness, the information she sends about the surrounding area, to the immaculate and beautiful grounds. The kitchen is incredibly well stocked and you can tell a lot of thought has gone into making the stay perfect for each guest. We felt like we were in our own private oasis, and like some other guests have mentioned in the guest book, we were immediately inspired to copy some of the ideas for our own landscaping at home. It was tough leaving the property each day because it was so relaxing being there. Thank you for an incredible stay, we hope to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2026
Oh my goodness Kelly! What an incredibly thoughtful review! Thank you so much for your kind words. We do very much hope to see you again in the future! Big hugs!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was literally a perfect place to stay. The location was perfect and provided easy access to the national park, which was good because Kīlauea erupted during my stay. Amazingly clean and the tranquility of the location cannot be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Peter you were such a wonderful guest! Thank you so much for your kind words and for your care of our place. You are always welcome back!! A hui hou 🤙🏼
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property felt like we had walked into a Rainforest magazine , with the most beautiful plants & flowers! Gigi went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and especially appreciated her helping us keep an eye on Mt Kilowea so we wouldn't miss the eruption!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2026
Chelsey!! Thank you for your kind review and photos. I am so glad you guys had such great timing to catch the eruption! And mahalo for being such great guests!! A hui hou 🤙🏼
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cabin with a great garden. Very clean and updated. Very close to the volcano park. Cant wait to stay there again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Gigi’s cottage! The space is beautiful and Gigi is meticulous in considering our every need. The cottage is quiet, peaceful and private…the perfect place to decompress and enjoy the Big Island. It is definitely on my “favorites” list now.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VERN P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holy magma!

We had a great stay! Gigi is fantastic. Book your stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing grounds! Peaceful and serene! Cozy and comfortable! So many things were thoughtful and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AUDREY N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gigi’s Cottage was perfect in every way. Lovely interior design & beautiful setting in her lush native garden filled with heart shaped anthuriums. I stayed for a weeklong personal retreat & had everything I needed. The kitchen is well-equipped & stocked with spices & all the little things you might not pick up at the store. I was snug & comfy thru a cold & rainy February stay. Washer & dryer came in handy. Gigi is a most thoughtful host. Definitely recommend highly & plan to return myself.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2026
Mahalo for your kind words Audrey! It was a pleasure to host you! I do hope to see you again… Big hugs… a hui hou 🤙🏼
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Volcano Anniversary

Perfect in every way for our 30th wedding anniversary. Cottage, host, location, gardens…all exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2025
Andy and Trevyan! Thanks for being such amazing guests! I super enjoyed meeting you both… and what a wonderful photo shoot session! I loved everything about hosting you both! A hui hou 🤙🏼
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful base for exploring volcanoes

This is a beautiful property! Gigi is a fabulous host and the private cottage is located in a gorgeous setting and is filled with every amenity needed to make your stay comfortable, peaceful and relaxing. highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage near Volcanoes National Park

Lovely, very comfortable, very clean, private cottage with beautiful plant-life and garden. Communication was excellent. It's a nice place to stay in a very quiet, off-the-beaten-path part of the big island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage in the Jungle

We enjoyed our time at the cottage. The location is convenient to the park and the nearby restaurants. The garden around the cottage is beautiful. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Mary! Mahalo! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your time with us!! You are always welcome back! A hui hou 🤙🏼
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Comfortable, cozy & all the amenities. What a lovely cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2021
Thanks for the kind words... you were terrific guests! I hope you make it back out this way again! Big hugs...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delaney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Stay

Gigi was so kind and attentive. She updated us when the cottage was ready and she left us homemade cookies. Her hospitality went above and beyond. We had a very comfortable stay and Gigi’s property is stunning and peaceful. We will be back! Mahalo nui loa!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little slice of paradise

This was a great location for our days hiking in Volcanoes National Park, just minutes from the entrance. The environs were beautiful; we’ve never seen so many colors of anthurium! Gigi was a great host very communicative and responsive. And the welcome cookies were SO delicious. A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30th anniversary trip

When we arrived at the cottage very close to Volcano National Park, we were blown away! The place far exceeded my expectations. We have stayed in many Airbnb’s over the last few years and this place was extremely clean, well stocked, and in tiptop shape. The surrounding gardens were unbelievable! The thought, detail, and hospitality, extended to my husband, and I went above and beyond. I strongly recommend staying at this cottage if given the chance! Aloha!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Beautiful

Great location if your visiting Volcano National Park. GiGis Cottage was very peaceful and Beautiful. With all the comforts of home with a beautiful garden that surrounds the cottage. Everything was very clean and organized. There was even some homemade cookies that were delicious upon arrival. I wouldn't think twice to stay again. Thank you for sharing this wonderful space.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
Mahalo Jason for your kind words… you were such great guests! If you are ever out this way again we hope to host you (for longer this time!) Enjoy the rest of your trip. A hui hou 🤙🏼

About the host

Hosted by Gigi Lee

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Aloha!! I moved to Hawaii over 35 years ago. I LOVE Hawaii, (duh! ...what's not to love?!) I do feel blessed to live in such a special and unique place and I am excited to share my backyard with you! Peace love and lipgloss.

Why they chose this property

If you love peace, privacy and tranquility, this is the place for you. Nestled off the beaten path, Gigi's cottage is a sweet little gem. A non-smoking, pet free home perfect for a single traveler or a couple. Cozy, private and well provisioned. After a long day of hiking through Volcano National Park, come home and put your feet up and unwind. Fresh, clean rainwater for bathing, cooking and drinking is a special little treat.

What makes this property unique

The host is fluent in sign language and a professional pianist. (Maybe a fun piano lesson while you're here?) Gigi is also a professional photographer and licensed wedding officiant just in case you would like to elope, renew your vows, or have a photo shoot while you are here.

The grounds are just so lush and full of hundreds of flowers and birds. It really is a very special spot. No street noise, dogs or children on property so it is very quiet and peaceful.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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