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HomeOnTheLava~ Ocean & Volcano Views ~Sleeps 8 ~ Momma’s Oasis

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Living area
Private kitchen
Interior
Beach
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kalapana, HI
  • Star of the Sea Painted Church
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kehena Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Sofa bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

HomeOnTheLava~ Ocean & Volcano Views ~Sleeps 8 ~ Momma’s Oasis

As of January 2021 the Solar System has been upgraded. This beautiful 3 Bedroom 1 Bath eco-friendly off-grid home was built on an old lava flow out of 3 cargo containers. But once you step in this home you will have no idea you were inside former cargo containers. It was built with quality and function in mind. There are 3 sliding glass doors for an incredible breeze and views of the ocean & old lava landscape. And out the back large windows a view of Kīlauea Volcano.
Property is comprised of 2 homes the other is a 1 Bedroom 1 Bath also available for rent that Sleeps 4 (See my other listing)

This beautiful shipping container Home was built on an old lava flow. It’s has clear ocean views, an expansive view of Kīlauea volcano out the back, it’s eco-friendly in so many ways, off-grid utilities (solar power and UV filtered water catchment), surrounded by amazing lava landscape, awe inspiring night sky filled with more stars than you have ever seen before.

The home possesses so many cool features. Typically if you have ever been in a “Tiny or Container Home” there is nothing spacious about them but through effective design I feel this was achieved as soon as you step inside you are greeted with an open feel 16’ by 16’ room. The first interesting pieces of furniture are the dining table & chairs that were recycled from an old Teak wood boat. Then there is the highly functional sofa that not only lifts up to provide storage but it also converts to a full size bed. You will also be drawn to the exquisite mango wood that was used for the countertops in the kitchen & bath. Once you see the pebble stone floored bathroom you will again be amazed at the size. Inside you find a one of a kind Petrified wood vessel sink sitting on a great piece of mango with a natural live edged mirror. As you will see in the photos you get to enjoy a rain shower in the large shower enclosure. Then pick any bedroom and you will find a platform bed that gives the sense it is floating that were custom made by a local Hawaiian. You will find this home was built in such a unique and quiet place you might not want to leave.

Please Note: The address that is showing on the website is for planning purposes. It is not exact but it is close due to the property being in a remote location. An exact map is sent to all guests prior to check in. Volcano National Park entrance is approximately 1 hour away, Pahoa is about 20 minutes and Kehena black sand beach is about 10 minutes away.

God has blessed me with this place so I can share it with others. Whether you are looking to be a tourist and see all the amazing sites or to just be at peace with yourself and nature this is the place for you.
There are NO Coqui Frogs to keep you awake at night here.

Surveillance Camera Disclosure: due to the remoteness of home and to protect the property we have installed 5 exterior surveillance cameras. Camera 1 Is mounted at the end of the deck with a view of the driveway. Camera 2 is mounted in the middle of the deck area with a view of smaller home’s entrance. Camera 3 is mounted at the other end of the deck with view of the larger home’s entrance. Camera 4 mounted at end of container home above the storage doors with a view of the water catchment tank. Camera 5 is mounted on the back of the property with a view of the propane tanks. They are not hidden and are obvious white cameras.
There are Absolutely NO cameras inside.

Property manager

Ron

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision needed especially outside
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Events

No events allowed
Minimum $250 Fee
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Pets

No pets allowed
Minimum $250 Fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Minimum $250 Fee

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
Note from host: Minimum $250 Fee
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-057-873-8688-01, TA-057-873-8688-01

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Pahoa

Pahoa is home to this holiday home. Mackenzie State Park and Kehena Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pohoiki and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Akatsuka Orchid Gardens and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting.
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Kalapana, HI

What's nearby

  • Star of the Sea Painted Church - 15 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kehena Beach - 23 min drive - 11.0 km
  • The Point - 27 min drive - 14.1 km
  • SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center - 28 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Pohoiki Beach - 45 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kalapana uncle Roberts awa bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Karuna Foods - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Uncle's Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Uncle's Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HomeOnTheLava~ Ocean & Volcano Views ~Sleeps 8 ~ Momma’s Oasis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HomeOnTheLava~ Ocean & Volcano Views ~Sleeps 8 ~ Momma’s Oasis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HomeOnTheLava~ Ocean & Volcano Views ~Sleeps 8 ~ Momma’s Oasis?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HomeOnTheLava~ Ocean & Volcano Views ~Sleeps 8 ~ Momma’s Oasis located?

Situated in Pahoa, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Star of the Sea Painted Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kehena Beach and The Point. SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Mackenzie State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 96 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

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

Wow! That’s a house on lava.

This house is out there. If you are curious about what living off grid would be like, this is a chance to experiment. The walk out to the cliff to see the ocean was amazing. We were able to explore Volcanoes NP from here and the surrounding towns. The night sky is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Experience

Staying on an old lava flow cannot be beat! The location is fabulous. Highly advise you to arrive while still light. The hike to the sea cliff was my favorite part of a 2 week island hopping adventure. The host communicated very well and was quick to respond and very helpful guiding us to good restaurants etc before we checked in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Peaceful

Amazing property. Excellent instructions. Nice host. Clean property. Definitely off grid and fun. Does have Wi-Fi. Unique. I recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addison K.

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

Great stay

What a cool location with an amazing host who gave us very detailed instructions to make our stay effortless. Thank you! We will stay here again if ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Very cool place

Unique place. Very cool. I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

What an amazing and relaxing stay! Great way to reconnect with Mother Nature, the power of aloha, and the energy of Pele!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis K.

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

Off grid

This place was perfect for is to stay off grid we had a great time here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro M.

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

Very cool home!

This unique shipping container home on a lava field was an unforgettable experience! While the surrounding neighborhood lacked privacy & was not completely dark at night for optimal stargazing, the overall stay was still enjoyable & worthy of 5 stars for its originality & cool factor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Maxime C.

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

Lava Field

Amazing stay. Off-grid but with all amenities required!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

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

Unique Lava Field Experience

We very much enjoyed our stay at this unique rental. The place was super cute, very clean and unlike anything we'd ever stayed in. If you are looking for a unique get-a-way, this is it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

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

Lava house

We stayed one night while visiting the volcano and it was awesome! The shipping container house was unique and cool and located on top of a recent lava flow. It was remote but easy to find and we had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Christina S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Incredible surrounding

In the middle of the Lack Field - Great experience! I would definitely recommend the experience! The Apartment ifself was between a couple of old houses with a Good view to the lava.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Wonderful ocean view

My favorite part of our stay was enjoying my coffee each morning on the porch and watching the sunrise over the ocean. Very beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamar A.

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

Amazing surrounding

Surrounded by "fresh" lava, the house is very cute. The host gave all the information needed and more, and the house was well equipped. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

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

truly unique location

We had a WONDERFUL stay here (family of 4, kids ages 15y and 11y). It was really really cool to be on the lava field, the house is simple yet well furnished, the beds were very comfortable, everything was very clean and well maintained. The walk to the ocean was fascinating through the new lava. It was very fun staying here and we would highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

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

Unique setting!

Really fun place to stay! accommodation was as expected. Amazing night sky and very interesting lava formations. Small suggestion - it would ben helpful to have information about if the tap water is drinkable or not. We didn't bring bottled water and probably should have.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G., Asbury, New Jersey, USA

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

Unique experience living on the lava field!

I highly recommend this home on the lava! It is well-equipped, comfortable and has a wonderful view of the lava field and ocean. It is such a unique experience living off the grid on the lava, it is so relaxing. The area is remote, safe and peaceful. We cannot wait to book another trip and return to this property. The property manager was excellent and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

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

Unique and out of this world stay

This “house on the lava” is truly a fabulous experience! You and the stars and the lava rock can enjoy companionship! Our adult kids loved it. Photos on web site are true . outdoor photos cannot describe the lava setting. Super unique ! Bring your own drinking water. Everything else provided. We really enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W., Pittsburgh, United States

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

Amazing property

This is true an awesome experience staying on the lava field. So serene and peaceful, very spiritual for some. Amazing views of the ocean once you walk across the lava field. Wish we had booked it longer to explore more. Container home is very well equipped for what you need. The “grumpy” neighbor actually had a very pleasant but brief conversation with my husband and son. Would recommend staying here for the experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Frank v.

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

Nice stay on the lava field

All in all, a lovely stay in a peaceful setting. Bit strange description of the "grumpy neighbor"; we did not see him so no comments from our side. The house was clean and fully equipped. In the dark this house is difficult to find though. Hike to the lava cliffs is very nice though!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Unique, Lavaliscious Experience!

As the other reviewers have said, staying at the lava house is truly other-wordly. Strolling the lava fields, taking in the unique lava flow formations, and admiring the ocean brought a sense of wonder and awe. The house is also well appointed and as advertised. Pretty sweet to be off grid, too. There are some loud noises from the water pump that are a bit louder for those in the master bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

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

Off Grid Lava

Me and the kids had an awesome 5 day pre- holiday reunion. We drove all over the island. Went out for karaoke, rode a submarine, swam at black and green sand beaches, snorkeled with a sea turtle, ate poke and went to farmers market and some of us got tattooed. We had sunshine, thunderstorms, a windstorm, but mostly calm and never below 65 ° F at night in the middle of December.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Rebecca R.

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

Once in a lifetime location

Property was easy to find, even in the dark. We were respectful of property lines and had no trouble with neighbors. You will be truly off the beaten path, so plan accordingly. But it was worth it for our family to spend a short time on the lava flows. We will probably never get another opportunity like this again! Container home is starting to show a little wear, but still quite comfortable all things considered.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

As advertised

This location is as advertised, however, be aware, it is WAY out there. The directions given at checkin are 100% accurate and esy to follow. The only real negative is that the "cranky neighbor" tends to dominate the correspondence and the signage on site. We had no issues with him, and did enjoy our stay, but the looming threat is a bit much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oliver B.

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

Unique location

We stayed with our kids (6,8) for 4 nights. We deliberately chose this location as we visited this region in 2009 when the Kilauea lava was flowing. To stay on top of the old lava flow was a special feature to show the kids. The location is very remote, the next shops a 15min drive away. A few more houses have been set up around the property, meaning we never had an encounter with the ‘grumpy neighbour’. The path over the lava field is quite easy to follow and was an interesting activity for the kids. The house had everything we needed and was nicely decorated. We didnt have any issues with water or electricity supply, the second unit was vacant during our stay. We didnt mind the 2 hour drive to/from the west coast, at times meaning to arrive back in the house at midnight but that’s something to consider when planning activities around the island. We’d happily stay at this truly unique home on the lava again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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