Under Contract-Golf  Course Front-Tropical, Arts and Crafts inspired, modern  bungalow with large Solar System We just put into escrow this home that Lissette and I were part of the design team when this fabulous show home was conceived and built In 2011.  The design motif is intended to be a Tropical, Arts and Crafts inspired, modern bungalow. It's now on it's way to a new owner from the original owner and sold furnished with a large solar array and Tesla Battery storage system. Property Features: The exterior facade features stacked stone, old world stucco, cedar lap siding, copper gutters and an authentic slate roof. The interior features Syrian, shell infused limestone floors, mahogany trim, doors and cabinetry and hand plastered walls to match the exterior stucco. Extensive mahogany trim, doors and cabinetry are installed throughout the house.  A custom, SONOS sound system streams music in all interior and exterior spaces. There are 4-zoned air conditioning systems that provide efficient cooling of the separate areas...

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Under Contract-Nohea at Mauna Lani Lot 29 Finished and Furnished! We just put into escrow this incredible, furnished home after having lots of traffic on our Nohea homes in the last 4 weeks.  The new owners love the cabinetry, elaborate hardwood trim, hardwood floors and hand troweled and Old World stucco exterior which is unusual for this market.  Lush landscaping is also included featuring a grass and paver driveway which adds more "green" scape where you would expect hard surfaces. The Restoration Hardware furniture package accentuates the modem lines and contrasting grey and brown wood finishes on the floors and trim. Lush landscaping is also finished including a grass and paver driveway which adds more green-scape.  This home is priced at $2.95m which makes it the lowest priced single family offerings in Mauna Lani at this time. These homes-not condominiums-are resort quality with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, Chef's kitchens with Wolf and Subzero appliances, saltwater pools and spas and plenty of hardwood trim and ot...

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Most Popular Lehua plan-Spacious Common Grass Area This Lehua Plan offers great Rental History and a 40 Panel Solar System w/HELCO net metering agreement! The location offers private, north-facing, views and large rooms that provide ample space for guests and their privacy! Enjoy the spacious lanais with expansive views and outdoor kitchen including a stainless BBQ grill. Quality Maryl construction, including solid mahogany doors and trim throughout, bronze-finished hardware, cherry cabinets, granite, and marble countertops. The gourmet kitchen includes a Sub Zero refrigerator, Wolf oven, microwave, and glass cooktop. The master bedroom suite includes a spacious bath with a large walk-in shower, separate soaking tub, double vanities and a built-in dresser. The large rear lanai provides an outdoor kitchen including cherry cabinetry, stainless steel BBQ, refrigerator and prep sink. Lower level amenities include large laundry room with Kohler laundry sink, Fisher and Paykel washer and dryer, and plenty of cherry cabinetry. Enjoy...

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68-1025 N. Kaniku Dr. #101 Kamuela, HI 96743 • Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 3.5 • Total Sq Ft: 2,174 • Two Car Garage • Two Story Priced at $899,900 MLS: 640799 One Owner-Never Rented! This Lehua Plan offers private west-facing views and large rooms that provide ample space for guests and their privacy! Enjoy the spacious lanais with expansive views and outdoor kitchen including a stainless BBQ grill. Quality Maryl construction,including solid mahogany doors and trim throughout,bronze-finished hardware, cherry cabinets, granite, and marble countertops.The gourmet kitchen includes a Sub Zero refrigerator,Fisher and Paykel dishwasher,Wolf oven, microwave, and glass cooktop. The master bedroom suite includes a spacious bath with a large walk-in shower, separate soaking tub, double vanities and a built-in dresser. The large rear lanai provides an outdoor kitchen including cherry cabinetry, stainless steel BBQ, refrigerator and prep sink. Lower level amenities include large laundry room with Kohler laundry sink,Fis...

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The 2020 real estate market was one for the record books with sellers first assuming the covid impact would be negative in the March-June period then getting whiplash as the market took off in a very positive direction in July. End of 2020, year over year, North Kona residential stats reveal those sellers were the most favored as they experienced an average of +21.45% higher sales volume, +20.38% higher median sales price and +9.91% more homes sold overall. The average sales price jumped from $650k to $782,500. North Kona was the most positive on the island by all accounting. In my opinion, this +20% year over year median sales price increase is unsustainable and 2021 will finish flat with no increase or maybe a slight decline due to more listing inventory. Another area of interest for me is South Kohala especially resort condominiums as this is the predominate real estate type in the area. South Kohala total number of condominium transactions was -7.87% compared to 2019, probably due to lack of inventory. Seller’s typically list...

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Please join us for the 16th Annual Parker School Fundraiser February 20, 2021, 6:00 P.M. HST A FREE VIRTUAL EVENT & ONLINE AUCTION TO BENEFIT STUDENT FINANCIAL AID Kahiau, which means to give generously from the heart, is the primary source of financial aid for Parker School students. Nearly 50% of our students receive financial aid which enables them to experience the excellent education Parker offers.  We remain committed to our founding principles of providing an affordable, independent school education to the children of Hawaiʻi Island. REGISTER NOW

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I just put into escrow and SOLD, in less than a week, an upstairs, 3-bedroom, Palm Villas at Mauna Lani property with great vacation rental history.  Palm Villas is a luxury, gated, 44-unit enclave located in the heart of the Mauna Lani Resort. The specific location is across from the Auberge at Mauna Lani Spa, Tennis Club, and Fitness center. The Shops at Mauna Lani, Kalahuipu'a Historic Park, beaches, and golf courses are within a short walking distance. This  is a 2nd story unit which faces the tropical, interior, common area . Features include vaulted ceilings in the great room and master bedroom, built-in gas grill, 1-car garage, and central air. Palm Villas offer a large community recreation center with a free-form, swimming pool with a waterfall, hot tub, and fitness room. Larger groups can enjoy the grilling station located at the pool and fitness center.  Maintenance fees include water, sewer, trash, exterior building insurance, grounds and landscape maintenance and the Mauna Lani Common area fee.  This unit has been su...

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I just SOLD this Upper Deck, Maile Plan which offers great, west facing views and large rooms that provide ample room for guests and their privacy!  The new owners will enjoy the spacious upstairs lanais with expansive views and outdoor kitchen including stainless BBQ grill. Luxury Features: Quality Maryl construction throughout including solid mahogany doors and trim throughout, bronze finished hardware, cherry cabinets, granite and marble counter tops. The gourmet kitchen includes a Sub Zero refrigerator, Fisher and Paykel dishwasher, Wolf oven, microwave and glass cooktop. Luxury extras include wood ceilings in the greenroom and master bedroom, 6 speaker sound system and stone floors throughout the living room. The dual master bedroom suites include a spacious bath including a large walk in shower, separate soaking tub, double vanities and built in dresser in upper level master bath. The large rear lanai provides sunset views and distant views of the Mauna Lani golf course. Don’t miss the outdoor kitchen inclu...

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Kulalani at Mauna Lani 1805 68-1118 North Kaniku Dr, Waimea, HI 96743 I just sold one of the best values in condominium ownership within the Mauna Lani Resort at Kulalani at Mauna Lani #1805 listed for $799k and sold for $750k. This B-2 plan was offered unfurnished with no vacation rental history. The floor plan offers over 1900 square feet of fabulous open, and private, luxury living with great garden views. This unit is located within a 6-plex building that offers spacious 1-car garages. The front entry experience includes a private courtyard which leads you through a small foyer and into the main living area. This space is filled with views to the outdoor lanai and onto a manicured green space. The ground floor master bedroom includes an on-suite bath with a jetted tub and separate tiled shower, walk-in closet and 10' ceilings. Two guest suites are located upstairs with their own private bathroom. Surfaces and kitchen features include granite countertops, tiled floors, GE built-in appliances, bar counter and formal...

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I just put into escrow in less than a week, an upstairs, 3-bedroom, Palm Villas at Mauna Lani property with great vacation rental history. Palm Villas is a luxury, gated, 44-unit enclave located in the heart of the Mauna Lani Resort. The specific location is across from the Auberge at Mauna Lani Spa, Tennis Club, and Fitness center. The Shops at Mauna Lani, Kalahuipu'a Historic Park, beaches, and golf courses are within a short walking distance. This is a 2nd story unit which faces the tropical, interior, common area . Features include vaulted ceilings in the great room and master bedroom, built-in gas grill, 1-car garage, and central air. Palm Villas offer a large community recreation center with a free-form, swimming pool with a waterfall, hot tub, and fitness room. Larger groups can enjoy the grilling station located at the pool and fitness center. Maintenance fees include water, sewer, trash, exterior building insurance, grounds and landscape maintenance and the Mauna Lani Common area fee. This unit has been successfully vacatio...

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