HAWAI'I LIFE
Mauna Kea Beach Resort Update – September 2011
A lot is happening at the Mauna Kea Beach Resort! Discerning owners and visitors recognize the value and legacy of the cherished Mauna Kea Resort.
Artists and Art Lovers Drawn to the Hawaiian Islands – Exhibit by Charlotte Nairn
It seems like the world of art always seems to surface when I’m with clients, and with new and old friends! I had the fortune to hang out at the beach at Mauna Kea (Kauna’oa Bay) with my friend Charlotte Nairn. Our conversation often revolves around the amazing scenery, colors, and sounds that arouse the senses! Charlotte is an accomplished artist with [...]
Sunsets in Puako Beach – Why Buy Oceanfront Property?
Most people who own property in Hawaii have an emotional connection to the place that they call home, it’s one of the things that makes selling property here difficult! Sunsets like this one, from August 10th, still take my breath away—the colors are incredible! Sunsets are one of the things I’m absolutely in love with [...]
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel – Manta Restaurant’s Mango Madness
The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is once again offering Mango Madness—a tasting menu at the Manta Restaurant.
Deal – Mauna Kea Resort Building Lot Price Reduction
With only a handful of lots left at the Mauna Kea Beach Resort on which to build…(MLS# 243020) has dropped $141,000 off list price…now asking $1,249,000. Walking distance to Kauna’oa Beach, this stunning lot is located above the 7th fairway in Mauna Kea Fairways North Mauna Kea Fairways North has a long history of laid-back [...]
Mauna Kea Resort Now Offers Luaus Twice a Week – Effective July 15
Due to popular demand, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is now offering their luau twice a week—effective July 15th. Don’t miss the fire dancers at the Mauna Kea Beach luau—now offered twice a week! Held every Tuesday and Friday evenings, the Mauna Kea Beach Resort luau offers all the traditional food, an imu presentation, and [...]
Big Island Market Update – Kohala Coast Resort Vacant Lot Sales
I recently had an owner at Hualalai Resort look at the oceanfront lot I have listed for sale at Naupaka Place. This surprised me because, generally speaking, I find there are two very distinct types of buyers for resort property, whether a vacant lot, residence, or condo. Those two kinds of real estate buyers are in [...]
An Exclusive Community at Mauna Kea Resort – Construction Ramps up at Kauna’oa
Lot owners at Kauna’oa show their commitment to the Kohala Coast’s future as construction of multiple custom estates gets underway! Owners have started building again at Kauna’oa, Mauna Kea Beach Resort Lots 3, 12, 18/19, and 21 are actively under construction. Lot 16 should break ground this month. Also in the design, or permitting phases, are [...]
Kohala Coast Resort Condo Communities Sales Activity – The Flipping Begins
My team and I have spreadsheets (both written and mental!) for the Kohala Coast Resort condo communities, so we can track listings and sales activity. That way, we know at a glance whether a new listing is a deal or overpriced. We can see whether the price on resort properties for sale is trending upward [...]
Waikoloa Village Farmer’s Market – Kohala Coast, Big Island
I had so much fun today stopping by the farmer’s market in sunny (and windy, a.k.a. “Waiko-blow-a”) Waikoloa Village! Everyone there was laughing and sharing (talking story) about our community and fun things to do, like Auntie Marjorie’s ukulele classes performing and Danny Akaka’s upcoming Talk Story at the Mauna Lani Resort. Why are Hawaii’s farmer’s markets [...]