Hawaiian Hideaway: $29M Custom Estate Is the Big Island’s Most Expensive Home

An endlessly elegant Hawaiian escape above the luxurious Four Seasons Resort Hualalai in Kailua Kona, HI, has hit the market for $29 million, making it the Big Island‘s most expensive listing.

Set on the island’s west coast, the six-bedroom, 8,318-square-foot abode is a true beauty.

“One of the most impressive features of the property is the commanding view of the coastline from atop the Four Seasons Resort,” says listing agent Frank Schenk, of Coldwell Banker Island Properties – Kona. “The elevation is 125 feet above sea level, so you have panoramic views of the Ke’olu Championship Golf Course and the Four Seasons Resort below. It’s like an eagle’s nest.”

The residence sits on 1.3 private acres, with unobstructed views of the white-sand beaches. A gated motor court opens to the spacious home, detached garage, courtyard, waterfall, and pond.

‘Hawaiian flair’

Inside the home, there are two laundry rooms, several sitting areas, and a media room.

The open floor plan features a spacious living and dining area with soaring wood ceilings. Doors here open to astonishing oceanfront views.

“It has a Hawaiian flair, but it’s contemporary Hawaiian,” Schenk says of the sleek design.

Schenk notes that the property offers resort living.

“The next buyer will appreciate its location at the Hualalai Resort,” he says. “It’s very exclusive. All of the homes here are used as secondary homes. There are over 300 at the Four Seasons Resort, and only two owners are here six months or so out of the year. The next owner will probably own multiple properties and will be looking for privacy.”

Golfers, rejoice: The locale is adjacent to hole #1 of the members’ Ke’olu Championship Golf Course and is within walking distance of the Ke’olu Clubhouse.

It’s also centrally located with an airport, just 10 minutes away for private jets.

“Security is at the gated entry, so it is very private and many people don’t know about this place,” Schenk says. “Those who do know have likely heard about it from their friends.”

While the home is certainly designed for comfort, it’s also thoughtfully laid out with entertaining in mind.

“Most of the bedrooms on the island are detached dwellings, so guests have to walk outside, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing; but if you have kids, it’s not ideal,” Schenk says. “This home has two primary suites on either ends of the home, making it ideal for families. The other bedrooms are en suite, as well.”

One primary suite even boasts its own private, outdoor soaking tub; garden shower; and built-in lounge.

Designed to maximize outdoor leisure, the property features an infinity-edge pool and spa and an open-air kitchen.

From a cozy, sunken fire-pit area to a large, covered lanai, there are several places to relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

“Everywhere in the main home, there is a nice zone to relax,” Schenk says. “The area surrounding the fire pit is a great spot to go out and enjoy the stars at night.”

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