The Luxury Division at Compass recently published its report for 2022. This annual Ultra-Luxury Report highlights properties selling for $10M+. Whether you’re actively searching for your dream home or just want to enjoy dreaming, it’s worth browsing through the report. (If nothing else, you can take a peek at some truly stunning properties.)
When people think of their dream tropical vacation, Hawaii is typically at the top of the wish list. But what’s paradise if you’re surrounded by Instagram-snapping, loud-talking, space-invading tourists?
Yes, you should absolutely go to downtown Kailua-Kona and have a Mai Tai overlooking the ocean, but once you’re tired of all the people, head to one of these lesser known attractions to beat the crowds and spend some quality time with the Big Island.
Hawaii is a unique place; that’s why everyone dreams of living here! But when you’re looking for real estate on the Big Island, some of the terms can be a bit confusing. As you browse through the lists of available homes, you’re bound to come across the term “Lanai.” A lanai is one of the most popular architectural features in homes throughout the islands.
On June 11th, Hawaii honors King Kamehameha I — the leader responsible for unifying the Hawaiian islands, and with local significance to Kona. If you’ve never heard of Hawaii’s most famous ruler, keep reading to learn why this shrewd businessman, powerful conqueror, and stuff of literal legend is known to history as Kamehameha the Great.
Even in Hawaii, it’s not always easy to find the house that one hundred percent meets all your dream criteria. If you’re someone who appreciates that every detail matters, building your dream home on a blank lot might be the perfect place to turn idle dreaming into proactive scheming. Here are a few of the pros and cons of buying land in Hawaii and starting with an empty canvas.
Tucked away on a cul-de-sac in the coveted Puu Lani Ranch neighborhood is a rare gem of a property: a stunning house with its own professional-grade red clay tennis court. If you’ve ever dreamed of perfecting your backhand while enjoying views of stunning Pu’uwa’awa’a, learn about this exclusive private tennis estate. But return our serve fast, because this house won’t last long!
In addition to breathtaking scenery and gorgeous weather, the Big Island hosts a multitude of fascinating animals. And while they might not water your houseplants while you’re away, they will provide endless entertainment and ecological enrichment. Want to get to know your future neighbors? Learn about some Big Island wildlife cohabiters.
After two long years of delays because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tropical Paws Island Event is back on! This furry, fun-loving event is put on by the Hawaii Island Humane Society to raise funds for the upcoming year. Want to have a great time supporting a wonderful cause? Here’s everything you need to know!
Take ham and pineapple, slap it on some crust with sauce and cheese, and you have yourself a delectable (to some) pizza that makes people think about tropical islands. Everyone knows this pineapple pie is called a “Hawaiian pizza,” but is there really anything Hawaiian about it? Here’s the “dish” about whether Hawaiian pizza is actually Hawaiian.
