10/10 Excellent
Allison T.
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unusual and special
Allison T.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Lava Bus! Off-Grid Renovated tour bus
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Ocean View, HI
- Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve5 min drive
- Hapuna Golf Course5 min drive
- Heiau5 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining
Exterior
About this property
Lava Bus! Off-Grid Renovated tour bus
Above the clouds, on the slopes of Mauna Loa the Lava Bus has come to rest on the Lava Land Homestead. 100% Off-Grid, this fully renovated former tour bus will delight adventurous travellers looking to experience the star-gazing and "other-wordly" experiences of upper Ocean View. Coffee Lovers will enjoy grinding their own Ka'u coffee, perfect with local honey to sip at sunrise. Have a BBQ or small fire to stay warm while you enjoy the epic sunsets.
The space:
The bus features a memory foam mattress with
sheets and duvet, a dining table, chess board table, loveseat and kitchen. We include Hawaiian coffee and local honey along with fresh eggs from our chickens.
The bus has a hot water shower with fresh towels and wash clothes and a compost toilet, with simple instructions for use.
Life on the volcano is always an adventure and the weather can add to the excitement, bring a few warm clothes and sturdy shoes. There is a propane heater if needed.
Please note: This is a remote location, some cell phones may struggle to get service. There is no wifi. Lava can be difficult to walk on; this adventure is not recommended for people with limited mobility.
Guest access
You are invited to walk around the homestead gardens or explore the 2+ acres of lava, but watch out, there are many immature plants! Our property is very young so many areas are still being developed.
Toss your leftovers to the chickens, Turkeys like fresh greens and rabbits too- plus carrots or fruits and veggies!
Roosters like to welcome the day around 6 am.
Other things to note:
You do NOT need a 4x4 vehicle. The road is paved the the way.
The space:
The bus features a memory foam mattress with
sheets and duvet, a dining table, chess board table, loveseat and kitchen. We include Hawaiian coffee and local honey along with fresh eggs from our chickens.
The bus has a hot water shower with fresh towels and wash clothes and a compost toilet, with simple instructions for use.
Life on the volcano is always an adventure and the weather can add to the excitement, bring a few warm clothes and sturdy shoes. There is a propane heater if needed.
Please note: This is a remote location, some cell phones may struggle to get service. There is no wifi. Lava can be difficult to walk on; this adventure is not recommended for people with limited mobility.
Guest access
You are invited to walk around the homestead gardens or explore the 2+ acres of lava, but watch out, there are many immature plants! Our property is very young so many areas are still being developed.
Toss your leftovers to the chickens, Turkeys like fresh greens and rabbits too- plus carrots or fruits and veggies!
Roosters like to welcome the day around 6 am.
Other things to note:
You do NOT need a 4x4 vehicle. The road is paved the the way.
Property manager
Kristen
Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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Kitchen
Pet-friendly
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GE-146-987-2640-01, TA-146-987-2640-01, 146987264001
About the area
Ocean View
Ocean View is home to Lava Bus! Off-Grid Renovated tour bus. Honoma and Ka'upulehu Cultural Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve. Onizuka Astronomy Complex and Paradise Meadows are also worth visiting.
Ocean View, HI
What's nearby
- Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve - 5 min drive
- Hapuna Golf Course - 5 min drive
- Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park - 5 min drive
- Kekaha Kai State Park - 5 min drive
- King's Pond - 5 min drive
Restaurants
- Coffee Grinds - 18 min drive
- Mehe's Ka'u Bar & Grill - 18 min drive
- Ka-Lae Garden - 18 min drive
- Hawaiian Moonbeans Coffee - 19 min drive
- Dj's Pizza & Bake Shop - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Kristen
I am from Montana, my husband Dominic from the UK, and our 13 year old daughter from Massachusetts. We are building our off-grid family homestead dreams together.
Why they chose this property
The price was right and in this community there are many DIYers so alternative style building methods are more acceptable and allowed us to build an eco-home.
What makes this property unique
The land is only 400 years old, our homestead only 3. Our property gives people a real sense of what it is like to "go off-grid" and build a different way of life. It also offers incredible night skies and unusual landscapes.
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