Big Surf and a Sunset at Hanalei Bay, Kauai
Another perfect ending to a beautiful day here on Kauai with my family as we watched the world class waves roll in at sunset from the St. Regis Princeville Hotel last night and enjoyed pupus and cocktails.
Another perfect ending to a beautiful day here on Kauai with my family as we watched the world class waves roll in at sunset from the St. Regis Princeville Hotel last night and enjoyed pupus and cocktails.
Living on Kauai provokes all types of inspiration, and for some, such as my ten-year-old daughter, that inspiration manifests itself in waking up very early before school to check the morning surf. This, as she so affectionately calls it, is the Dawn Patrol. As the tender crescendo of the sun peaked the eastern horizon illuminating [...]
There are only a handful of Hanalei homes listed under one million dollars, and this meticulously maintained two-story home (MLS# 224064) has fresh paint, a new roof, an over-sized septic, and a very “flexible” floor plan with room for your whole ‘ohana. The price was just reduced to $995,000—over $300,000 UNDER appraised value.
The Descendants, the new film from director Alexander Payne, received glowing reviews by critics after its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival last month, and Kauai locals are thrilled that one of the most charming people to ever visit Kauai, George Clooney, is seriously being considered for best actor come this award season at the beginning [...]
Owning a Kauai luxury vacation home is no longer an impossible dream in today’s buyer driven market and with prices falling to pre-millennium lows, investing in a legally approved vacation home may be the preferred choice of return on your money. What if that luxury vacation rental also offered seller financing? I know of two [...]
This is a rare opportunity to own one of the last remaining pieces of vacant land in Hanalei. The land (MLS# 245936) is located in the heart of Hanalei within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and all the town has to offer. Mountain views fill the backdrop of the property, and after a good cleansing [...]
The Faye House (MLS# 242763) is an amazing opportunity to own the very first estate home built on majestic Hanalei Bay.
Offered at $2,495,000—Established Vacation Rental—TVRNCU 1154. Here is a rare opportunity to own a secluded tropical hideaway situated directly in the lush taro fields of Hanalei! The taro fields actually surround the home (MLS# 240654) on its sides and become part of the landscape. Lounge by the large, resort-like pool facing the amazing Hanalei mountain [...]
Surf the Bay everyday—there’s room for the whole crew in this six bedroom/four bathroom pine-paneled surfer’s classic (MLS# 224064) in Hanalei town just two blocks from the Bay. It’s on a shady 8,806 sq. ft. corner lot with an over-sized septic system, new paint, and a new roof. Lots of potential, surf, and more! Contact [...]
Ancient sailing canoes land in Hanalei Bay (photo credit: Aaron Feinberg www.afeinbergphotography.com) Traditional voyaging canoes landed in Hanalei, Kauai; an epic trans-Pacific adventure! Ancient Polynesian culture literally landed in our backyard yesterday as 7 traditional double-hulled sailing canoes arrived upon our shores in Hanalei Bay. These 7 canoes, complete with 16 crew members each, all [...]
Looking for something to do this weekend on Kauai’s North Shore? With events from Kilauea to Hanalei, there’s something for just about everyone: nature enthusiasts, music and art lovers, and families too! Hope to see you there! Here I’ve compiled a few events for this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: Friday, June 10, 2011 Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar [...]
In Hawaii, May Day is known as Lei Day, and is normally set aside as a day to celebrate island culture and Hawaiian culture. The first Lei Day was held on May 1, 1928, and everyone in Honolulu was encouraged to wear a lei. Festivities were held downtown with hula, music, lei making demonstrations, exhibits [...]
Aloha from Kauai’s North Shore… As many of you may already know, I recently began managing Hawaii Life’s vacation home division on Kauai. In addition to sharing property news for our growing collection of homes, I hope to offer a slice of North Shore living through this monthly newsletter. So…let’s talk La Ina. A custom [...]
Hanalei is a town on the North Shore of Kaua’i…a truly beautiful place… Drive over the single-lane bridge into the Hanalei Valley, and you’ll have transported yourself to a place where the beauty of the land has been preserved, and life moves at a slow pace. The taro fields are to your left, and are [...]
Here is what some of our recent guests had to say about Hale Maluhia, a Hanalei beachfront vacation rental: Q:Â Please let us know what you enjoyed the most about your accommodations. A:Â “The house was incredible. It had everything one needed in it and was well stocked.” Q:Â Briefly describe whether or not your needs were met [...]