Nestled into the beautiful Hawaiian mountainside overlooking the Kona coast sits this immaculate 3-bedroom, 3-full-bathroom home. It has been recently renovated to become the epitome of Big Island luxury. If you’re looking for a privacy without sacrificing nearby amenities, the location doesn’t get any better than this!
Makalei Estates
People looking for privacy know to start their home search in Makalei Estates. This secluded, gated neighborhood is famous for its large homesites and comfortable climate. Because it sits between 1,000 and 1,800 feet up the mountain, cool coastal breezes keep the homes at a perfect temperature year-round and offer pristine views of the beautiful Kona Coast. Many of the residents even use their acreage to grow Kona coffee beans!
This home sits near the end of the dead-end cul-de-sac in Makalei Estates. As with most homesites in neighborhood, you’ll get a full 3 acres of mountainside to call your own. Even from the road, it’s hard to see the home through the green foliage. It’ll be your own private, secluded slice of Hawaii.
The Home
Originally built in 2001, the 3-bed, 3-full-bath home sits on 3 acres of beautiful mountainside. In addition to the main home, there’s also a two-car detached garage with additional space to store all your beach toys. The current owners also have gotten county approval to build an additional two-car garage with a second floor living space! Multiple outdoor seating areas and fruit trees are scattered about the property.
Kitchen
The home has been recently updated with new cabinets, a large center island and all new appliances, including a new 5-burner gas range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and convection microwave. Quartz countertops have been installed throughout the home including in the kitchen and in the bathrooms.
Living Space
The home has an open floorplan with a removable wall that exits to the lanai. Large windows and new rain-sensitive skylights allow natural light to flood into the open living space. Vaulted ceilings make the already large living space seem even more spacious. The current owners have recently installed new flooring in the dining area, living room and sitting room.
Bedrooms
The master bedroom has recently been enlarged to create a master suite complete with a luxury bath, dual vanity with quartz counter top, two-person shower, and a large walk-in closet with windows for sunlight and ventilation. Sliding glass doors allow for beautiful views of the Kona Coast and access to the yard right from the master suite.
Bedroom two features laminate flooring and a double closet and also has a door for access to the yard. Bedroom three has carpets and two wardrobe style closets.
Bathrooms two and three have also been recently updated.
Laundry
After sitting on the beach all day, you won’t want to bring all your sandy shoes and clothes through the gorgeous home. Luckily, this home has a utility room with access to the back yard to keep all the dirt and sand from getting into the house. It also has pantry type cabinetry for storage and a washer and dryer.
Lanai
If you’re living in Hawaii, why would you want to spend all your time indoors!? One of the best aspects of this home is its beautiful lanai located just off the main living space. Watch the sun set over the Pacific Ocean while sipping tea and enjoying the privacy Makalei Estates.
Location, Location, Location
The three most important words in real estate: location, location, location. This home is located close enough to Kailua-Kona to easily reach all the nearby amenities, but far enough away to enjoy life away from the hustle and bustle.
· Downtown Kailua-Kona – 15 minutes
· Kona Airport – 15 minutes
· COSTCO – 10 minutes
· Pristine Hawaiian Beaches – 10-15 minutes
· Volcanoes National Park – 2 hours
Make the Move
If you think this might be the home of your dreams, contact me for your private showing. The home is currently occupied, so at least 24-hours’ notice is required for showings. It is listed at $1,299,000.
If you’re ready to start the search for your dream home in Hawaii, I’m ready to help you find it. I have years of experience living and working on the Big Island and am confident that there’s a place here for everyone. Give me a call at 808.209.6244 or email me at RandyRipley808@gmail.com to get started today!
Aloha, and welcome to Hawaii.