This tiny tropical home among lush greenery offers the simplicity of local Hawaiian living together with modern comforts. Enjoy the cooler nights of the rainforest while being serenaded by the chirping Coqui frogs. The next morning you will awaken to birds singing and a warm outdoor rain shower! NOTE: Due to its rural jungle location there is no satellite tv & WiFi can be spotty. The short dirt road may require a SUV. Neighborhood may include pigs, bugs,roosters,jungle noises,dogs&neighbors ;) You are renting the entire tree house on your own private property (no sharing space) Upper Level: Queen bed, full kitchen, full bath, electric fireplace, dining area (open concept/ studio style) Lower level/ Open space: Outdoor shower, Rope Swing, Hammock, Jacuzzi Décor/Bedroom/Bathroom: Your private tree house is beautifully decorated by a professional designer, with bamboo and tropical-inspired accents throughout including bamboo ceilings and bamboo framed windows. Cool breezes and a large ceiling fan keep your tree house comfortable and airy throughout your stay. And when you're finally ready to settle in for the night, enjoy a nice hot shower with your oversized rainfall shower head with real rain water! Afterwards you'll rest peacefully on your luxurious, memory foam queen mattress while listening to the magical sounds of the rainforest. Kitchen: In your fully equipped kitchen, you'll find a gas stove, full size refrigerator, toaster and modern amenities to prepare delicious home-cooked meals during your stay. Relax at the dining room table next to your well heated electric fireplace to enjoy a romantic dinner or make plans for your next adventure-filled day. Outdoor Space: Enjoy the benefits of Hawaiian style indoor/ outdoor living with your own private heated outdoor rain shower surrounded by nature and the beauty of the rainforest! Wake up in the morning and enjoy a cup of coffee on the upstairs lanai or spend some time swinging in the handmade rope swing hanging from your tree house. And after your long day of exploring the nearby beaches and hiking in the Volcano National Forest, return to your tree house to relax in your personal hammock or hot tub for a perfect end to a perfect day. At night you'll be serenaded by the sweet chirping of coqui frogs. Key Residence Features: - Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with blender, gas stove, french press, coffee maker, full sized refrigerator and toaster. Flat-screen TV, electric fireplace/ heater, ceiling fan. Location: - Great central location - Quick access to the main highway - 20-25 minutes to Hilo - 15 minutes to Volcano National Park - 45 minutes to Black Sands Beach - 10 minutes to Volcano Village **IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE MAKING A RESERVATION** 1. LOCATION: Home is located in a quiet neighborhood and partially off grid. A small SUV or Jeep is recommended as there is a small portion of dirt road but unless there is heavy rains/ flooding a regular sized car should do just fine. Best of both worlds off grid experience yet close to the major highway and on mostly paved roads. Great for exploring the island! 2. BUGS. There are bugs but not a lot. It is a tropical jungle but because it doesn't get super hot in Volcano there are far fewer bugs than you'd expect for a jungle location. You may consider bringing bug repellent just in case (you may need it throughout your island adventures) 3. NOISES. Living mostly off-grid in the jungle may bring its own set of noises. At night throughout the island you will be serenaded by the chirping of coqui frogs. Rustling branches, grunts and squeals means that a family of wild pigs are nearby, so quick grab the camera and enjoy the wildlife. There are also wild roosters, chickens and dogs all over the island. Some guests may be sensitive to the sounds of the island so bring ear plugs if you are. All and all most guests love being serenaded by the amazing sounds of the jungle and sleep peacefully. 4.PARTIALLY OFF GRID Being off grid means we are on propane and rain water catchment. So please be conscious of resources as they aren't unlimited but you should have plenty! In the unlikely event you run out we have back up sources if needed. 5.RESERVATION CHANGES-We typically don’t offer reservation changes so please be aware of our cancellation policy at time of booking** All of these aspects are what makes this Tropical Tree House so special, with an adventurous attitude you will surely enjoy this unique experience of living in the Rain Forest. **GET and TAT taxes are already included in the total This Partially Off Grid Home on stilts is nestled in the rural Neighborhood of the Volcano Rain Forest. 15 minutes to Volcano National Park. 20-30 min to Hilo and beaches. Guests who book agree to Hawaii County STVR rules and regulations listed below... -Quiet hours are 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. (Noise shall not disturb adjacent neighbors) -Sound that is audible beyond the property during non-quiet hours shall not be excessive. -Park in the designated area -No commercial use Bus Public transportation, Hele-on Bus, runs only during certain hours and you can get downtown Hilo in only 40 minutes on the route 11/red line. For more information visit their website at: www heleonbus org/ Car Rental There is a local Enterprise Rent-A-Car office in Hilo, their number is eight zero eight 9340345. Also a Hertz eight zero eight 934 0302 and Budget eight zero eight 935 6878. You can also find local car rentals on Turo com Bike Rentals Bike Volcano Rentals and Tours is a great way to get around the Volcano National Park. They have E-Bikes with GPS guided tours that require a smartphone. Visit their website for more information at: volcanobikerental com Uber, Lyft and Taxi's Uber and Lyft are available by using their app. To find a Taxi search on your web browser, ‘local taxi near me’. Here are 3 that we recommend: -Stans Taxi eight zero eight 443 8810 -AA Marshall’s eight zero eight 936 2654 -Da Best Taxi eight zero eight 557 7059 Hitchhiking You will see a lot of people walking with their thumb up on the island, we aren’t so sure it’s legal, and we’ve never done it, not sure we recommend it, but you will see it as a main means for some people on the island to commute.