5 acres hosted by Christopher & Esther C.
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· 1 bedroom · 1 bed
Near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park Visitor Center.
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100% Recommend44 ratings · 42 reviews
Our stay at this "Off Grid" cabin was pure magic. The setting is absolutely stunning—tucked among striking Rainbow Eucalyptus trees that make the entire property feel like a hidden tropical dream. The natural beauty here is unreal, and the peaceful atmosphere made it easy to unwind and disconnect.
The cabin itself was spotless, cozy, and perfectly suited for a restful escape. Everything was thoughtfully maintained, and you can tell the hosts care deeply about the space and their guests.
Speaking of the hosts—they were incredible! So warm, friendly, and welcoming. Their hospitality truly made our stay even more special.
One of the unexpected joys of our visit was spending time with the Muscovy ducks. They were such a delightful part of the experience—full of personality and charm. We loved watching them waddle around the homestead!
We honestly wish we could have stayed longer. This place is a true gem, and we’re already dreaming of coming back. Highly, highly recommend!
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Jen C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
With pets ·
The Tropical Duck
We had such a beautiful and peaceful stay at The Tranquil Duck! The property is serene, charming, and surrounded by nature—truly the perfect escape. We especially loved the rainbow eucalyptus trees right outside the homestead; they added such a magical touch to the surroundings. Christopher and Esther were incredibly sweet and helpful, going above and beyond to make us feel welcome. They were also so flexible and kind in allowing our pups to stay, who had an amazing time exploring the property and soaking in the fresh air. They even took the time to give us an extensive list of recommendations, which made our trip even more enjoyable and stress-free. We’re already looking forward to coming back and would absolutely love to stay here again. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway!
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Delaney B.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
With kids ·
The Tropical Duck
We loved our short stay at the tropical duck cabin. Our hosts were gracious and the cabin was comfortable. Would love to return and stay longer to learn about their off grid living.
Nels L.
2 reviews
My husband and I loved that Esther and Christopher's hospitality made us feel like family. Their property was beautiful! The little cabin we rented was a perfect space for two. The bathroom, adorable and a porch where you could get fresh air and admire the beauty of Hawaii Island was amazing. And then there were their ducks that greeted us in the mornings! It was a short stay but an awesome one! Mahalo Esther and Christopher for your welcoming hospitality!
Roseanna A.
4 months on Hipcamp
Wow we absolutely LOVED our stay at the duck farm!!! Chris and Esther were fantastic hosts and have an awesome property that we were so grateful that they shared with us!! The tiny home that we got to stay in was perfect!! They thought of everything to make it feel like home. The bed was comfortable, shower was hot and spacious, kitchen was perfect to cook and eat in, lanai was absolutely gorgeous and the whole space was very private and close to Volcano National Park!! Also, the ducks are amazing!!! So sweet and fun to interact with and feed. They love the treats Mom and Dad left them as well as our tasty banana peels!! Speaking of bananas and ducks, the bananas and duck eggs that we purchased from Chris and Esther's farm were delicious!! Best eggs we have ever eaten. If you're thinking of staying near the national park or just visiting this beautiful homestead farm stop thinking about it and just do it!! Thank you again for a wonderful stay and memorable trip Hawaii and Tropical Duck Farm!!
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Perry D.
3 reviews
We had a truly lovely stay at the Tropical Duck – it's a hidden gem tucked away in nature. Every morning, we were greeted by the sight of ducks wandering around the property, which quickly became the highlight of our trip. Our baby absolutely adored feeding them each day – it was such a sweet and peaceful routine.
The hosts were incredibly kind, attentive, and clearly hardworking. Their dedication shows in every detail of the place. A special touch: they gifted our son a little duck, which completely made his day.
We left with full hearts and beautiful memories, and we would absolutely come back. Highly recommended for families or anyone looking for a serene nature escape.
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Vanessa D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Esther and Chris were extremely gracious and friendly hosts. The cabin was clean and comfortable. The location was convenient for getting to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Feeding the ducks was a highlight of our trip. They're beautiful birds and they have so much personality!
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Jimmy T.
3 months on Hipcamp
This place was the absolute best part of our Hawaii trip!
Christopher and Ester were so friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. They made sure our place was super clean and tidy. The fully stocked kitchen with gas was a huge plus, and we had a blast cooking. The only thing we wish we could have done is stayed longer!
Oh, and the ducks! We made 40 new friends during our stay.
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Mason M.
1 year on Hipcamp
The tranquil duck was a lovely place to call home for the week we visited (2 adults, 2 kids). They had all of the needed amenities and more while having everything very clean. It was very peaceful and Esther and Chris were easy to communicate with and very sweet people. We will definitely get back for a visit!
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Lee & Ryan K.
4 reviews
Cannot recommend this place highly enough!! Esther and Christopher were so kind and hospitable — we were delayed in our arrival due to some flight delays (sadly), but they were very communicative and flexible.
The accommodations were just what we needed! A kitchen, a clean bathroom, and a super cozy bedroom. We arrived after dark and had a quiet night, so we weren’t able to see the rest of the beautiful property until the morning, and it didn’t disappoint! We loved feeding the ducks :)
If you find yourself on the big island, skip the hotels and resorts, and go find Esther and Christoper and their ducks. You’ll be glad you did!
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Bridget M.
13 reviews
Esther and Christopher were wonderful hosts. The Tropical Duck was a cozy hideaway in Hilo. Our cabin was stocked to the brim with essentials and quality of life goods including cooking supplies, dishes, toiletries, and even a hotspot with Netflix! The ducks themselves were lovely hosts as long as you fed them their grain in the morning.
10 out of 10 would recommend.
Wendy J.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
With kids ·
The Tropical Duck
What a wonderfully equipped cottage, in a stunning location, with the most gracious and generous hosts! We liked it so much we rebooked a few days after our first stay. The ducks were an object of obsession for the kids and we adults were held in the lap of luxury with the rest of the accommodations. We can't wait to go back for our next adventure!
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Erik J.
9 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
My family and I had a lovely time staying at the Tranquil Homestead! Christopher and Esther were wonderful hosts. The sticks were fun and the property is beautiful.
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Naomi C.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
With kids ·
The Tropical Duck
We value the opportunity to travel sustainably, and the Tropical Duck had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Esther and Christopher are awesome hosts, and we love the ducks too!
Ali G.
3 reviews
This was an amazing time! I'll say first that if you're worried about the composting toilet, don't be, it was completely fine and they came by to change it out half way through our visit. The site owners were so sweet and very very responsive. They gave us tons of recommendations and even helped clean the place while we were out exploring. Their property is off the beaten path a bit and so we were able to wake up to singing birds and no traffic! It's so cute how they came up with their campsite, it feels very homemade and the ducks give it an extra comfy feel. They were adorable and not loud at all, way better than the derailing chickens we have on Maui. I fed them every morning and then they disappeared into the grass, so cute!
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Bailey W.
2 reviews
Chris and Esther , wow!!!! We immediately felt like family. The time they took to show us around, what they did to help out with ideas for our similar projects, wow wow wow !!! Just absolutely loved it, they were true gems, but, they need to charge more! You are getting a lot for a very little price here, WOW! 🤩 It was the cleanest hip camp we stayed at across the entire island, we will be back!
Jessica P.
2 reviews
We truly loved every moment we spent at The Tropical Duck and wished we could have stayed longer. The property was peaceful, beautiful and entertaining (we loved the bright stars and singing frogs at night and feeding the ducks in the morning). It was also well-located, with easy access to the outstanding Volcanoes National Park. We slept well in the comfortable bed and appreciated the well-stocked kitchen and thoughtful touches throughout the cottage. Christopher and Esther are warm, accommodating, and responsive hosts. We fell in love with this corner of the Big Island and hope to return soon!
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Todd H.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
The tropical duck farm was a lovely place to stay and get some peace and quiet. The ducks were a nice addition to the tucked away little bungalow. Lots of soothing and sweet noises at night such as Coqui frogs and birds in the morning and Esther and Christopher were extremely accommodating. Took my laundry in when I wasn’t home and it was hanging out on the line to dry. Very sweet folks.
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Ashley C.
11 months on Hipcamp
This hipcamp is by far the best I’ve stayed at. Christopher and Esther are so welcoming they make you feel at home right away. The little house is very private: you are facing nature, and you have your own bathroom, kitchen and room. It is like a little paradise! Bed is comfy, hot showers and they provided wifi to search for our next aventure. You have everything you need in the little house, even coffee! . Feeding the ducks is so much fun! My husband and I initially stayed for 2 nights, but we loved it so much we came back another night. It is well located between volcanoes national park and Hilo. Grocery store 15 minutes away.
I strongly recommend this place. Best Hipcamp on Big island. They set the bar high for the next hipcamps we will stay at!
Audrey M.
5 reviews
Esther and Christopher were great hosts! The property is beautiful and cabin is very cozy and feels private. My 2 kids were comfortable sleeping on provided cots in the kitchen. They loved feeding and watching the ducks. We were pleased with how clean and critter/insect-free the cabin was. The cabin is close to Hilo and Volcano and is a great launching point for day-trips to the rest of the island.
Two things surprised us, but would not deter us from staying again:
1. Each room (kitchen, bedroom, bathroom) is separate and has its own external entrance.
2. Probably because we were there during a rainy, high humidity week, we felt damp in cotton clothing and unable to dry out fully inside.
We'd absolutely stay again :D
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Tara O.
9 months on Hipcamp
Such an amazing little property with views and tranquility.
The hosts are amazing humans and super considerate of needs and always available/accommodating :)
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Seth B.
2 reviews
The Tropical Duck is as quaint as it sounds, and was the *perfect* retreat away from the hustle and bustle of my busy life. Esther and Christopher's land is sweeping and beautiful, and the flock of ducks greeting me in the morning was a sweet way to start each day! All of the details are covered here (they even give you treats to give to the ducks, haha) and the full-sized bed was super comfy. Wifi was strong enough for me to have a smooth zoom meeting and finding the farm was super easy. Looking forward to coming back on my next trip to the Southside!
Kasey C.
4 years on Hipcamp
My family and I loved staying in the tropical duck. What Chris and Esther have built there in paradise is just that, nice and cozy. They are some of the best people and will make you feel right at home. 10/10 will do again.
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Dom J.
1 year on Hipcamp
We recently had the pleasure of staying at Tropical Duck, and it was an unforgettable experience. Nestled in the heart of a beautiful scenery, this glamping offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Surrounded by vibrant flora and fauna and the beautiful ducks, the campsite feels like a secluded haven.
The sounds of exotic birds and the gentle rustling of trees leaves in the breeze added a soothing soundtrack to our stay.
Comfortable bed, and every detail was clearly thought out to ensure guests' comfort.
Tropical Duck goes above and beyond with its amenities. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to prepare our meals.
The hosts Esther & Christopher were super friendly, felt like a familiar place. They were always available and offering helpful recommendations for local spots. Their passion for providing an outstanding experience for their guests really shone through. If you are on Big Island, this is your place to be!
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Simon G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
We had a great time here! It was very comfortable and Christopher and Esther were great hosts. The ducks were fun to have around. We will rebook if back in the area and recommend to friends visiting the island.
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Tiffany E.
8 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
We had a great time! Loved the ducks and the cabin was lovely. Very secluded but only 30 minutes from Hilo and accessible to the rest of the island. Esther and Chris were great hosts. We’ll definitely be back!
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Emily G.
1 year on Hipcamp
My friend and I really enjoyed the stay at Christopher & Esther's homestead. The house is very cozy, and there are also a lot of amenities, including hot water for shower and for daily use, all sorts of cooking appliances, Wi-Fi connection, cleaning supplies, and sunscreen and bug repellant. The host and hostess Christopher & and Esther were very hospitable, they showed us around, introduced all types of amenities and specialties of the homestead, and they also responded promptly to all sorts of questions. The homestead has a very beautiful view, too. It is on a farm where you can spend a lot of time with ducks, and banana trees, and get a view of the rainforest and the ocean while staying in cool temperatures in the mountains. My friend and I really enjoyed our stay, as we experienced Hawaii in a more authentic way by living in this homestead that is cozier and more comfortable than glamping, and we would return again in the future.
Thank you Christopher & Esther for your hospitality!
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Xiao Y.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2024
Christopher and Esther were very nice and helpful for anything that I needed during my stay. The ducks are a lot of fun too. The cabin feels private and had everything I needed. The warm shower was very nice.
Mahalo again for a great stay!
Aloha
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Ezra F.
8 reviews
My family and I had such a relaxing stay here. We loved waking up to the ducks greeting us and falling asleep to the birds and tropical sounds. It was a very peaceful stay after being in a resort all week. Despite it being a rustic cabin, the bed was very comfortable and kitchen was fully equipped with all necessary cooking supplies. Christopher was very friendly, and we loved hearing about his experiences living around volcano country! Will definitely return next time we visit the island.
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Libby K.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2024
The ducks are fantastic greeting and following us around. I enjoyed feeding them. The cabin is really a glampiing (glamorous) experience. And to top it all Esther and Christopher are very friendly, very hospitable hosts. We had a quite great conversation. She’s also suggested the local popular eateries around the area. Awesome place, awesome people, awesomely ducks!
Carolina L.
1 year on Hipcamp
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Mountain View, Hawaii, Hawaii, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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