Beaches Of Kona Video Tour - Kua Bay - 10/25/11 06:42 PM
Beaches Of Kona Video Tour - Kua Bay

Kua Bay is one of my favorite Kona Beaches. Located in the Kehaka  Kai State Park, in a spectacular setting, Kua Bay is about 10 miles North of Kailua-Kona off of Hwy 11 between mile markers 88 and 89 and surrounded by lava fields. The powdery white sand is soft on the feet and the water is warm, clear and perfect for a refreshing swim.  Weekends can be a little crowded but during the week you can almost have the place all to yourself.  Bring your mask and fins to snorkel around the … (2 comments)

2011 Kona Ironman World Championship Was Exciting! - 10/20/11 12:46 AM
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Kailua-Kona Real Estate Market Update Sept 2011 - 10/19/11 10:16 PM
Kailua-Kona Real Estate Market Update Sept 2011

The Kona and South Kohala real estate market is seeing some signs of stability in the most recent statistics. North Kona, which consists primarily of Kailua-Kona saw residential home sales decrease slightly from 34 to 32 home sales when comparing September 2011 with September of 2010. This is a 5.88% decrease in number of homes sold. The median price however, increased 9.11% from $342,500 to $373,694 in Sept 2011. 
North Kona saw 20 condos sold in September 2011, 3 fewer than Sept. 2010, a 13.04% decrease.  The median price increased from $190,400 to … (1 comments)

Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Pualani Estates - 10/15/11 10:27 PM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Pualani Estates

The Pualani Estates subdivision in Kailua-Kona is one of the newest neighborhoods in the area. Built by developer D.R. Horton in phases going up the hillside above the Kuakini Highway; these homes are considered modestly priced for the area.
The Pualani Estates offers 8 floor plans from 1,141 to 2,500 square feet with lot sizes ranging from 5,000 to 7,500 square feet. The neighborhood features a park with baseball diamond, soccer field and play stations for the kids.  This family friendly neighborhood has sidewalks, streetlights and underground utilities. Many of the homes have … (1 comments)

Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Iolani - 10/13/11 09:29 PM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Iolani

The Iolani subdivision in Kailua-Kona is known for its upscale homes and panoramic ocean and Kailua Bay Views. Kailua-Kona developer Maryl, built out a portion of the neighborhood with single family homes called The Courtyards at Iolani in the early to mid 2000's. These popular single level, luxury homes have courtyards with pergolas at the entrances, tile roofs, open floorplans, cathedral ceilings and pocket doors opening to covered lanais on 1/2 acre lots. 
The Iolani subdivision has a substantial number of custom homes and some vacant lots that are yet to be developed. This … (0 comments)

Kailua-Kona Adventure Video Tour- Kailua Bay - 10/10/11 01:42 AM
Kailua-Kona Adventure Video Tour - Kailua Bay

Join me, Rich Bosselmann for a Kailua-Kona video tour of Kailua Bay, Hawaii on my stand up paddle board. You will see beautiful vistas of Mount Hualalai which stands 8,271 feet above the scenic town of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, clear tropical water with reef fish , an ancient Hawaiian temple and even a good place to have a cup of Kona coffee.
If your planning to visit Kailua-Kona in the future, consider staying at a luxury vacation home with private swimming pool, right in town and close to beaches, or stay by beautiful Keauhou Bay … (1 comments)

Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Na Hale O Keauhou - 10/07/11 08:55 PM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Na Hale O Keauhou

The Na Hale O Keauhou is a gated, upscale, low density townhome development located in the Keauhou Resort area of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The 84 townhomes, each with an attached garage, were completed in 2006.  The floorplan sizes range from 1,450 to just over 1,800 square feet with 2 or three bedrooms. Each unit has two private lanais and most have ocean views. 
The Na Hale O Keauhou interiors feature vaulted ceilings, granite counters, glass showers, soaking tubs, walk in closets and many quality finishes. The development has a beautiful pool,spa, kiddie … (0 comments)

Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka - 10/06/11 01:09 AM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka

The Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka are two of Kailua-Kona's newest subdivisions. Built adjacent to each other by Towne LLC on a picturesque hillside overlooking the Kona Coast, the Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka are among Kailua-Kona's most popular neighborhoods. Home sizes range from around 1,600 to over 2,200 square feet and feature vaulted ceilings, stucco exteriors, covered lanais and guys,......3 car garages! Lot sizes are a spacious 1/3rd to 1/2 acre with a few exceptions being larger. Many of Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka home sites … (0 comments)

Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Kahakai Estates - 10/04/11 03:02 AM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Kahakai Estates


The Kahakai Estates gated subdivision in Kailua-Kona is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the area. This master planned, award winning community was developed by Stanford Carr LLC in a spectacular hillside setting over looking the Kona Coast. Driving through the gates you are greeted by 180 degree ocean views, tree lined streets with art deco street lamps and meandering sidewalks.  This truly is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Kailua-Kona, not only because I own a home here, but the experience of living in the Kahakai Estates has been wonderful.
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