Volcano Rainforest Retreat Bed & Breakfast

Wander the magical paths of this serene retreat, secluded in a lush native rainforest on the Big Island of Hawaii, 3800 feet above the sea on the slopes of Kilauea, the most active volcano on earth. Be enchanted by the spirit of the land, preserved with deep respect for the wild natural beauty of old lava flows and mysterious lava tubes.

Be sheltered by the handcrafted redwood and cedar structures sensitively nestled into the misty, mossy landscape. Be refreshed by the cool mountain air and embraced by the canopy of giant ferns and lofty Ohi'a trees.

A few miles up the road is Kilauea Volcano, home of Pele, the Hawaiian Goddess of Fire. Hike, Bike, or drive through this magnificent landscape at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Check out the current activity at the volcano lava flow. A half-hour drive toward the sea is historic Hilo town with its picturesque bay, waterfalls and botanical gardens.

Just a short distance away is Volcano Village - a community noted for its distinctive blend of artists, scientists, and entrepreneurs. The village has two country stores, gas stations and a post office. Local restaurants and cafes offer a variety of dining experiences including the charm of old Hawai`i at Kilauea Lodge. Visit Volcano Winery, home of Tropical Hawaiian Wines. Join in a custom Hawaii photo tour with prominent Volcano photographers. www.hawaiiphotoretreat.com

On one and a half acres, guests are warmly greeted and treated like ohana (family) by Kathleen and Peter Golden, the retreat's visionary proprietors. The trademark of the Volcano Rainforest Retreat is the seamless connection between the inside, outside, the structures and nature. People are inspired by the respectful way the Goldens have created this collection of rainforest hideaways--with elegant simplicity, in harmony and balance with the native surroundings and interconnected by paths that wind their way through the misty, mossy, volcanic landscape.

In addition to the natural beauty of the accommodations, Kathleen offers personal growth gatherings including meditation retreats, Compassionate Communication (Nonviolent Communication) trainings and support groups as well as psychological/spiritual counseling sessions for individuals and couples.

The spirit of the Volcano Rainforest Retreat is expressed simply, "We hope people will take with them a sense of 'Aloha aina' (love of the land). We'd be touched if people deepened their respect and sensitivity to nature -- and were inspired to do their part in preserving and sustaining the natural life on our beautiful and fragile planet Earth. We also hope that people will take quality time to nurture themselves and cultivate a compassionate understanding for one another in their intimate human relationships." Excerpts from "Soul Architects" by Loni Reader, Hawaiian Style Magazine