Welcome to a peaceful retreat that offers more than a property, it’s a lifestyle. Nestled along the Hamakua coast this ocean view property boasts privacy and seclusion. Located at an ideal elevation of 900 feet, just 30 minutes from Hilo, this sunbelt oasis combines warm, sunny days with cool, refreshing nights. The estate is thoughtfully designed to embrace indoor-outdoor living at its best. The main house is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, showcasing a round sunburst truss ceiling with tongue-and-groove detailing. High ceilings flood the home with natural light, creating an inviting and airy ambiance. Purple heart hardwood flooring adds elegance, the fireplace in the sitting area creates an intimate nook. Each bedroom is uniquely designed with its own private entrance, providing comfort and autonomy for residents and guests alike. The separation of living spaces ensures a harmonious balance of connection and privacy with the spare bedroom located near the pool. The large garage 864 sf workshop offers a generator room, PV room, workshop area and space for a 2 car garage. The detached 30’ diameter 707 sf Pacific yurt offers an additional two bedrooms, an outdoor shower, a unique living wall flowing into a lovely courtyard. The yurt also has exceptional ocean views, and its own photovoltaic system. Entertaining is a joy, with approx. 960 sf of covered outdoor seating areas, and a large courtyard with over 1160 sf that is perfect for gatherings. Whether you're enjoying the refreshing pool, relaxing in the serene surroundings, or hosting guests under the stars, this home is made for cherished moments. Ipe wood surrounds the pool, offering durability and timeless beauty. Being in this sunbelt location allows for stunning sunrises and an easygoing climate year-round, the property features many fruit trees and mature landscaping, where nature, luxury, and craftsmanship come together to create an extraordinary lifestyle.
Don't miss this unique single level home so close to the Papa'aloa Country Store & Cafe. (and Post Office) Beautifully painted in and out (2024), this plantation style home is ready for new owners to move in and enjoy. Over 13,000 sq' lot is easily manageable with room for plenty of fruit and vegetables. Abundance of rich, fertile soil here! Nice ocean views from the back yard. 10' high ceilings, wainscoted walls throughout, hardwood floors, ceiling fans in every room. Classic hip style corrugated metal roof with rain gutters, perimeter sidewalk and gravel all help protect this home. All new screens throughout. The house can be expanded up or added onto in the back if needed. This location is desirable being so close to the store. Live music on weekends, freshly cooked food & adult beverages readily available, Close to Lapahoehoe swimming and fishing beach park. 27 miles to Hilo International Airport. Plenty of shopping, restaurants and activity in Hilo town. Low lava hazard Zone 8. 40' container on property is not included but is negotiable. Note: Furniture/artwork has been virtually added to pictures.
Experience Oceanfront Living at Its Finest. Discover the ultimate in coastal living in picturesque Papaaloa on the stunning Hamakua Coast of the Big Island. This rare opportunity features a charming, craftsman-style 3-bedroom, 2-bath home set on a lush 1-acre lot, complemented by an adjacent 1-acre vacant lot. Both properties have breathtaking ocean views. Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed layout with an open beam ceiling, tigerwood flooring and sweeping ocean views from the living room, dining room, kitchen, master bedroom and lanai. Imagine waking up each morning and drifting off to sleep each night to the soothing sounds of waves lapping at the shoreline. The spacious wrap-around lanai extends your living area outdoors; perfect for watching Hawaiian Hawks (Io) and Frigatebirds (Iwa) soar or catching a wintertime glimpse of a humpback whale (Kohola). But most of all you’ll enjoy soaking in stunning sunrises over the ocean and unforgettable sunsets. The properties are adorned with vibrant flowering plants, mature trees including bananas, avocados, citrus, abiu and soursop. The vacant 1-acre lot is attractively terraced with beautiful lava rock retaining walls and has its own entrance and water meter allowing for expansion possibilities. Develop a spec home, build a guest house, create vegetable gardens for food production or simply sell the lot separately. And finally, from this advantageous location, you’re just a short distance to the following services and amenities: 5 min. walk - Papaaloa Country Store & Café/Bar, Post Office and Bus stop. 10 min. walk - Tennis / Pickleball Courts & Laupahoehoe Swimming Pool. 15 min. walk - Laupahoehoe Public Charter School & Public Library. 4 min. drive – Transfer station & Minit Stop. 11 min. drive - Laupahoehoe Point Park. See property video attached!!!
The Royal Palms Estate, a busy Vacation Rental retreat, is available for showings August 21- September 8th. Situated in Ninole on the Big Island’s Hamakua Coast, this 12.845 acre, 5 bed/5 bath, 3700sqft estate home with 3900sqft of covered lanai boasts uncompromising 180-degree ocean views and offers the ultimate in privacy and tranquility. Built as a retreat from the pressures of daily life, Royal Palms Estate has a rich history. With a 100+ year old donkey barn dating back to the sugarcane days, this property currently operates as a hosted vacation rental, a Lychee Farm, and was a setting for the Reality TV Show “Love Island.” It is not just another luxury resort indistinguishable from others, but a unique expression of a love for Hawai’i and time spent in nature with ‘ohana. Yes, it has a large infinity-edge pool with a swim up bar, lava rock waterfall and hot tub. Of course it has an open plan living area, with an extra-large kitchen, pool table and home theater. Beautiful finishes and amazing flooring and high quality cabinets and large bathrooms and stunning views from nearly every room are a given. And yes, you can watch whales and incredible sunrises from the covered lanai. All while enjoying the literal fruits of the land: coconuts, oranges, lemons, starfruit, mangoes, lychee, mangosteen, tangerines, tangelos, lemons, limes, bananas, longan, mulberry, loquats, kumquats, and avocados - surrounded by thousands of palm trees. And now, it can be yours. Link to Matterport Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=hpfkdeNUPJH
The median home value in Papaaloa, HI is $785,300. This is higher than the county median home value of $522,400. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Papaaloa, HI is $785,300. Approximately 62.8% of Papaaloa homes are owned, compared to 37.2% rented, while 0% are vacant. Papaaloa real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Papaaloa real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Papaaloa, Hawaii has a population of 738. Papaaloa is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 15.94% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.67%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $68,399 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Papaaloa is 47.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 81.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 61.6 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 119.7 inches per year, with 0 inches of snow per year.