4 West Hawaii Real Estate | January 4, 2017 Featured Property Island living, panoramic views in Makalei Estates Showcasing year-round sunset views and 180-degree panoramas from the Kona Coast to Maui in the distance, this beautifully crafted home in Makalei Estates offers the best of island living in a highly desirable, gated subdivision in North Kona. For the indoor-outdoor lifestyle, sliding pocket doors open wide in the home’s four different outdoor living areas adjacent to the sparkling swimming pool and relaxing spa. Replete with an array of custom architectural details, this 3,270-square-foot resort home is an art lover’s dream with its expansive wall space, art niches, built-in entertainment center and special lighting to illuminate your prized collectibles. An Asian-inspired “moon gate” beckons visitors to enter the welcoming entryway complete with ‘ohi‘a columns, sea-green slate tile and glass-paneled front door. Custom designed in keeping with the principles of Feng Shui, the thoughtful residence includes two en-suite bedroom, three full baths, a media/offi ce or third bedroom, plus a library and project room. The cook in the family will appreciate the roomy gourmet kitchen featuring DeWils cherry cabinetry, gleaming granite counters and a convenient prep island with ample shelving below. Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances include an over-sized 48” refrigerator, wine cooler, warming drawer and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawers. Plentiful storage space is also available in two pantries, while an adjacent barbecue area provides upscale amenities and appliances for entertaining. Throughout the home, custom accents add distinction and beauty. Crafted of African mahogany, cabinets, bookcases and trim impart a sense of luxury. A suspended, lit soffi t adds illumination and drama to the interior. In the great room, a custommitered corner window is designed to maximize the views. A dedicated library offers a secluded retreat replete with fl oor-to-ceiling bookshelves for your collection. Unveiling views of Maui through large picture windows, the extraordinary master suite features a dual-sided glass fi replace, his-and-her closets, built-in dressers, and a generously sized bathroom with shower and soaking tub. At the home’s south end, the ensuite guest room has its own entrance and a large, walk-in closet. The threecar garage offers extra storage space for a small workshop or project area. Located at a comfortable 1,160 elevation above Kailua-Kona, the residence takes full advantage of the maukamakai breezes that fl ow through louvered windows. Generous savings on your electric bill are afforded by a 30-panel owned photovoltaic system on a net-metering agreement with HELCO. There are also two solarheated water heaters. The pool has its own solar-heating system, as well. Encompassing 3.68 acres, the property is beautifully landscaped with cacao trees, citrus, papaya, jacaranda, fl owering hibiscus, yellow ‘ohi‘a, and four different varieties of avocado. Featured Home LISTED BY: Cindy Whittemore (RS-61689) 989-1920 Gerry L. Rott (RS-11563) 937-1917 Agency: Clark Realty Corporation MLS: 600819 Price: $1,795,000
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