big island: Hawaii Island Lava-Flow Hazard Zones Explained - 11/22/21 12:57 PM
Hawaii Island has three active volcanos. While the risk of having a lava flow inundate any individual property on the island is low, the hazard is not the same in all areas. The USGS geologists and volcanologists put together a series of Lava-Flow Hazard Maps over the years, most recently in 1992. This map has 9 hazard zones with lava zone 1 being the most hazardous and 9 considered to have the least hazard of lava flow inundation. In developing these maps, they took into consideration topography and rift zones around the active and dormant volcanos on the island.
Lava-flow hazard zones … (1 comments)

big island: Want to See the Currently Available Homes in Kukio, Hawaii? - 11/01/19 03:35 PM
 
Kukio - Ultra Exclusive Residential Community
Here is a list of currently active luxury homes and land available to purchase in Kukio , Hawaii - Big Island
Currently Active Homes For Sale in Kukio, HI
Located on the North Kona Coast, overlooking beautiful Kukio and Kua Bays, is the resort residential community of Kukio. Unique among all of the luxury Big Island resorts, Kukio amenities, including the private oceanfront Beach Club and two golf courses are for the exclusive use of its members and their guests.
The Beach Club on Kukio Bay features a swimming pool, beach bar, private dining, open air and indoor spa, … (5 comments)

big island: Ocean View Lot For Sale in Kailua-Kona, HI - $295,000 - 10/02/15 06:00 PM
Ocean View Lot For Sale in Kailua-Kona, HI - $295,000
 
This 10,000 square foot, ocean view lot has panoramic ocean, and coastline views. It is located in an upscale neighborhood right in Kailua-Kona with no active homeowners association. You do not have to get prior plan approvals from an architectural review committe. Design your dream house and submit the plans to the Hawaii County building department for approval. Once you get your permits, you are on your way. 
 
This lot is perfectly located at an elevation of approximately 560' above sea level, on the slopes of Mt. Hualalai. Enjoy warm ocean breezes throughout … (0 comments)

big island: Luxury 3/3 with Panoramic Views and Pool in Kailua-Kona - 07/08/15 09:07 AM
Luxury 3/3 with Panoramic Views and Pool in Kailua-Kona
This stunning three bedroom, three bath luxury home overlooks the Kona Coastline and Kailua Bay. Custom built to capture the warm Hawaiian ocean breezes and endless views, with pocket doors in the great room that disappear into the wall opening the home to the 500 square foot covered lanai. This home exemplifies barefoot luxury. A 30 foot solar heated, salt water pool invites you to relax and slow down in this exotic, tropical setting. 
Solid stucco construction, resort quality landscaping and perfectly located about 600 feet above the Pacific Ocean on the slopes of … (3 comments)

big island: 3.3 Acre Holualoa Estate - Panoramic Kailua Bay Views! - 10/08/13 11:01 AM
3.3 Acre Holualoa Estate - Panoramic Kailua Bay Views!

Newly Listed-Holualoa beauty, overlooking the Kona coastline and Kailua Bay with 3.3 park like acres and a spacious 3,379 square foot cedar home with soaring open beamed ceilings. Custom built iron gates open to a circular driveway and oversized garage with space to park a boat. Inside the home there are ocean views from just about every room. The updated kitchen features koa wood cabinets, granite counters a Sub Zero Refrigerator and upscale appliances. The main level of this home has three bedrooms, including the master with remodeled bathroom containing a … (2 comments)

big island: Ultimate Ocean View Vacation Rental Condo in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii - 01/04/13 12:28 PM
Ultimate Ocean View Vacation Rental Condo in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Looking for a nice ocean view 1 bedroom vacation condo in Kona?  This beautiful and spacious townhome end unit
condo is located in the Keauhou Resort in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, just a short stroll to Keauhou Bay, a hub of ocean activities on the Kona Coast. Offering tropical ocean views, wonderful privacy and upscale furnishings, unit #113 of the Keauhou Resort is the perfect place to stay for those that want all of the modern conveniences in a lush tropical, sunny setting. 
Outfitted with conveniences that you will not find in 99% of the vacation rental … (0 comments)

big island: Buying a Luxury Home in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii - 11/09/12 09:02 AM
Buying a Luxury Home in the Keauhou Resort Area of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
 
Many of the luxury homes sold in Kona are used as second homes and sit empty for much of the year. I was visiting a friend in the upscale, gated Keauhou Estates recently and was surprised to see about 90% of the homes empty with the lights out. I suppose if you aren't able to use your home for much of the year, it's a good idea to buy in a neighborhood like Keauhou Estates that has gates and a 24 hour security guard.
Some of the homes in the Keauhou Estates … (0 comments)

big island: Kona Heights - Great Kona Investment Property - 06/18/12 09:08 AM
Kona Heights - Great Kona Investment Property
 
This 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home in Kona Heights is a great opportunity for an investor looking for a property with good cash flow, in a popular neighborhood right in town. This Kona Heights beauty is also a perfect fit for an owner that would like to live in the 3 bedroom 2 bath, 2,000 square foot upstairs portion of the home while collecting over $1,600 in monthly rents for the two downstairs units, each with separate entrance. 
Upstairs, this home has soaring open beamed ceilings throughout and an open floor plan. The … (2 comments)

big island: Peaman 2012 Race Calendar is Set - 01/17/12 12:08 PM
Peaman 2012 Race Calendar is Set
Kona residents and visitors looking for a fun way to get out and exercise have plenty of choices. If you want to mix in some friendly competition, try the Peaman races. Named after founder and chief organizer Sean "Peaman" Pagett, these free races are for all age groups and levels of fitness. The events usually consist of either a sprint triathlon, biathlon or run and they start at the Kailua Pier. The distances are always manageable with swims ranging from 1/4 mile to 3/4 mile, runs are usually 2 to 3 miles and bike distances … (3 comments)

big island: Beaches of Kona Video Tour - Mahaiula Beach - 11/17/11 10:54 AM
Beaches of Kona video tour - Mahaiula  Beach

Mahaiula Beach is located within the Keha Kai State Park about 8 miles North of Kailua-Kona. The access road off of Hwy 11 is between mile markers 88 and 89. The 1.5 mile road is unpaved and full bumps and potholes; but it doesn't seem to deter the tourists from taking their rental cars across the desolate looking lava field. Just a short walk from the parking area is a picture perfect tropical cove with plenty of shade and deep sand.  The stunning contrast between the desert lava fields and the lush … (3 comments)

big island: Kailua-Kona Real Estate Market Update October 2011 - 11/08/11 10:41 AM
Kailua-Kona Real Estate Market Update October 2011

The Hawaii Island real estate market statistics are in and the numbers continue to show signs of stability. The first indication I would like to point out is the trend of increasing home sales.  October of 2010  saw 113 homes sold on the Island of Hawaii. In October of 2011, 127 homes sold island wide, an increase of 12.39%. This is a continuation of the trend that shows 8.5% more homes sold on the Island year to date in comparison to 2010. 
Another trend in Hawaii Island real estate sales is the slowing … (0 comments)

big island: Beaches Of Kona Video Tour - Kua Bay - 10/25/11 11:42 AM
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)

big island: Kailua-Kona Neighborhood - Pualani Estates - 10/15/11 03:27 PM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood - 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 10,000 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 beautiful ocean views.
These attractive homes … (1 comments)

big island: Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Tour (Current Listings)- Kahakai Estates - 10/03/11 08:02 PM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Tour (Current Listings)- Kahakai Estates
 
The Kahakai Estates gated subdivision in Kailua-Kona is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods on the Big Island. 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.
The upper area of the Kahakai Estates has 1 acre lots with custom built homes, many with amazing panoramic ocean views.  The lower portion … (2 comments)