Moku Intel

KUAKINI HOUSELOTS · Kailua-Kona

78-6781 WALUA RD, KAILUA-KONA, HI 96740

$1,895,000

4BR · 2BA · 2,232 sqft

78-6781 WALUA RD, KAILUA-KONA, HI 96740

Property details

Beds / baths
4BR · 2BA
Living area
2,232 sqft
Price / sqft
$849/sqft
HOA
Days on market
43 days
Year built
1966
Property type
Residential · Single Family Residence
Ownership
Full
Land tenure
Fee Simple
MLS #
730003
Status
Active
Location
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About this listing

Nestled on 2.3 acres of lush tropical land on the slopes of Hualālai, this stunning estate offers a rare combination of vintage charm and modern upgrades. Built in 1966, the home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its original 1960s character, including natural redwood ceilings and dramatic open beam architecture. Located just off the scenic Walua Walking Trail and overlooking Keauhou Bay, this is island living at its finest. Enjoy ocean and sunset views from multiple rooms throughout the home. The expansive living and dining areas open via massive pocket doors to a tranquil screened-in lanai on one side and a lush private courtyard on the other—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. Just steps away, an oversized pool awaits, beautifully resurfaced with Hydrazzo finish and enhanced with new pool lights, heater, pump, and filter. A custom blue rock staircase leads to the pool, complementing the existing lava rock retaining walls. Extensive Modern Upgrades Include: Parking extended to the top of the property to reduce the need for stairs to get in the property. New corrugated metal roof All-new gutters and downspouts Rebuilt front entry stairs, columns, and support structure Full interior repaint; natural redwood ceilings restored Owned solar PV system with battery backup New jalousie windows and screens throughout mosupper level New propane water heater and complete replacement of all galvanized plumbing lines New main water supply line from street/meter New electrical system including panel, meter, wiring, outlets, lighting, and ceiling fans throughout New oak wood flooring throughout home New sinks and toilets New asphalt driveway and turnarounds Entry widened with a new custom rock wall Terraced landscaping with dry stack rock walls and gravel fill New fencing and gates for the rear lanai New LG refrigerator, stainless steel dishwasher, kitchen sink New washer and dryer

Henry Beam

Preferred agent

Henry Beam

Real Estate Salesperson, Hawaiʻi · RS-87501

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Rainbow Island Properties · RB-23862

Listing courtesy of Aloha Sotheby's Intl Realty - Hawai'i

Source: MLS Hawaii

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(808) 212-1980 · 5294 Kahiliholo Rd., Suite D, Kilauea, HI 96754

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