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11 37 99 7th Street, Volcano, Island of Hawaii, HI
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Volcano Cedar Cottage
Ranked #25 of 28 Volcano B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
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234 helpful votes 234 helpful votes
“Small but clean”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2007
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We stayed in their cottage for two nights in mid-February. Barbara and Ernie never intended to run a B&B when they decided to move to Hawaii but got talked into it by the seller. They are doing a fine job for people that weren't driven to be travel hosts.

Breakfast: Barbara cooks a full breakfast. We had french toast one day and scrambled eggs the next. She serves pastries and juice, along with tea and coffee. Certainly, this is not a simple Continental repast.

Room: The Ali'i Room (the free-standing cottage) is not very big but it is very clean and has a decent bathroom (though the water wasn't very hot), a small cable tv, and a limited kitchen. The bed had a dual control electric blanket. While that isn't what most people look for when visiting Hawaii, remember that this place is located at 4000 feet above sea level and can get quite cool in the night.

Location: This is about a mile down the road from what passes for the Village of Volcano and two miles from the entrance to the National Park. It is easy to find and convenient for all things.

Hosts: Though fairly new to the area, Barbara and Ernie were very helpful in finding places to eat (there aren't many) and things to see. We had a wonderful time visiting with them at breakfast.

  • Stayed February 2007
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Very Charming”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2006

We first choose this B&B, based on their website, and price point. The reviews here were good as well.

We stayed there for 2 nights during the 1st week of November. There directions were very clear, and easy to follow. We had no problem finding the B&B. We pulled up in the drive which was lined with palm trees, heading to the parking area which fit 3 or 4 vehicles. Our first impression was that of the owners waving at us from the large living room window. Barbara met us in the driveway and knew exactly who we were. We felt like we were being welcomed to our grandparents house - very warm and charming indeed.

The Room we had was the Ali'i room. We had our own private entrance. Barbara escourted us to our room, and let us know about the features of the room, and did everthing to make us comfortable. We then headed to the living and kitchen area, and had a good talk about the area, and where we were from etc... We felt right at home. Barbara was very good at letting us know about the village, and places to eat.

Our room consisted of 1 large Queen sized bed, and a Single Bed. A writing table in the corner by the window. Also provided is a microswave and TV. The ceiling fan came in handy too! The bathroom was very spacious, and clean. There were plenty of towels for us to use. The room was lined with cedar walls, and smelled of fresh wood, really felt like a cottage to me. They had just renovated this room as well. They have just purchased this B&B 2 years ago and are upgrading it themselves.

The Breakfasts were very well prepared, with a touch of love, there's nothing like home cooking. The first morning we had a fruit cup, with French Toast, and Sausage, and the Second morning we had Fruit Cup with Scrambled Eggs and Bacon. They had fresh juice and coffee all ready for us.

I would recomend this B&B to everyone. It was excellent.

  • Liked — Hospitality of Owners
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • Stayed November 2006, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Good location but a little old”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 July 2006

My husband and I stayed in the Ali'i room (in the house). First the negative, the room was old and in desperate need of updating. There was a rather musty smell to it and reminded me of the 70's. But, it was clean and the location and price are excellent. The breakfasts were wonderful, lots of food and the inn-keeper was very friendly, made you feel like part of the family (which you kind of were since breakfast was served in her kitchen... a lilttle bit strange!). If you are looking for somewhere to stay while in Volcano it is in a great location but certainly nothing fancy.

  • Stayed January 2006
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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“Great place to stay!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2006

This was my first bed and breakfast experience, but I have nothing but good things to say about our stay here. I don't remember the name of the room, but it was tidy and well appointed. The candid photos posted here are mine. We were told not to drink the tap water but we were given a jug of drinking water plus another 20oz bottle for the bathroom.

Breakfast was tasty and the owners are very friendly. I would recommend this B&B to anyone.

  • Stayed February 2006
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Dusty and no water”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2006

We stayed in the haku cottage. It was really an old building someone fixed up. It was decorated pretty, but it was VERY dusty. I spent a lot of time sneezing. The bathroom was nice.

The breakfast was very good and the hosts were pleasant. But this place needs a thorough cleaning. I would not stay here again.

  • Stayed January 2006
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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