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Under the Kauai Sun August 27, 2009

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Coming up soon is the First Annual Kauai Marathon. It will take place on September 6th in Poipu on the South Shore of the island.  There will be lots of post race activities and there will be a half and a whole marathon course.  If you are on island, come cheer these fierce competitors on (this will be my first half marathon) and enjoy the festivities. 

And if you are looking for a lovely home with Italian flair under the Kauai sun, you must view Hale Tuscana.  With excellent owner financing available, this four bedroom, three and one half bath home sits on over a quarter acre within the resort community of Princeville.  Princeville is located on the North Shore of Kauai and is the home of the newest addition to the St. Regis family of hotels.  This home is conveniently located to shopping, and restaurants and the new five star St. Regis hotel opening this October. 

 This extraordinary Tuscan style family home is 50 yards from the most coveted bluff in Princeville, famous for the nesting Albatross. Custom features include Italian fountains, tapestries, a shaded pergola and large sun deck for outdoor dining. The level parcel is perfect for a pool and graced with over 20 fruit trees including avocado, papaya, guava, banana, lemon and lime. There are stunning, walnut finished Ipe floors throughout the great room, guest bedrooms and master suite. The Tuscan style kitchen offers custom hand rubbed gold kitchen cabinets, Santa Lucia granite counter tops and an 8’ dining bar. Top of the line appliances include a duel fuel, 2-oven range and Sub-Zero with customized Tuscan gold front panel. From the master suite and private 280’ dining lanai you can enjoy views of the Hanalei Mountains, waterfalls and gardens. The Master Suite is designed for the spa experience with a two person Jacuzzi, large tiled shower and organized walk-in closet. The ground floor level features a custom entertainment area with Bose surround sound, wet bar, 2 built-in 50-bottle wine coolers and a private garden view bedroom.
The home is in move-in condition and beautifully furnished. For those beach days or just cruzin around town there is an island style Grand Cherokee and a grandfathered vintage golf cart included in the sale.

 If this sounds like heaven in paradise for you, please give me a call today.

Supporting the community is important August 20, 2009

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This past Saturday, the Real Estate Community came together for the Kauai Board of Realtor’s Rock and Bowl Fundraiser.  The funds raised in this wonderful event will go towards the scholarship program aimed to help the students of Kauai with their continuing education.

 The turn out to this event was phenomenal and everyone had a great time.  Our company, Coldwell Banker Bali Hai Realty, Inc. sponsored two lanes.  One of the lanes was aimed for the adults and the other was for the keiki to bowl.  You did not have to be a great bowler, you just needed to let loose and have fun.  There was a silent auction with a lot of great items donated by various businesses around the island.  There was great food, fun music, and everyone had a blast!

 The Kauai Board of Realtors surpassed their goal in this fundraiser and hopefully, they will do it again next year!

 Now for some business news; I have a great listing in Kalihiwai right across from Kalihiwai Bay that has just had a price reduction.  This lovely two bedroom, two bath beach home is now priced at $1,450,000.  This home has ocean views and is tucked back into a little piece of paradise that needs to be seen to be truly appreciated.  If you are interested in this home, or any of my other spectacular listings, please give me a call.

Here are a few of my favorite things to do on Kauai July 31, 2009

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I enjoy stand up paddling up the Hanalei River or hiking the Hihimanu Trail while taking in all of the beauty this island has to offer.  I love eating a delicious Plate Lunch from the Pono Market or enjoying the wonderful tradition of Hamura’s Saimin.  I love watching the sunset on the crystal clear waters of Hanalei Bay, sipping on a glass of wine at any of the wonderful Hanalei restaurants, or taking in the live music and the Tahiti Nui. 

There are plenty of fun things to do on the island of Kauai.  Come for vacation; stay for a lifetime.

 

If you are looking for a good deal in real estate, I have a couple of listings you will want to check out.

 

First, I have Makua Hideaway located on the North Shore of Kauai in Haena.  This home has three bedrooms and three baths, is only a short walk to a beautiful beach, is a County Approved Vacation Rental, and is priced at only $648,000. 

 

Second, I have an almost new, furnished home on golf course frontage in Princeville.  This three bedroom, four bath home is a furnished vacation rental with Bali Hai views.  It is within walking distance to the newly re-opened Happy Talk Lounge where you have spectacular views of Hanalei Bay and Bali Hai while enjoying your favorite refreshment and/or pupu.  This home is priced at $1,225,000.

 

Please contact me for any questions you may have regarding these properties.

This economy affects us all one way or another June 30, 2009

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Due to the mandate by Governor Lingle to initiate mandatory State Furloughs by State Employees to cover her budget deficit, the Bureau of Conveyances has issued the following:

 

The law requires the Bureau of Conveyances to be open to the public Monday through Friday, except on State Holidays.  Effective July 1, 2009, all Bureau employees will be scheduled one furlough day per week for each of the weeks with a scheduled furlough day.

 

How this affects YOUR escrow:

 

 

To view the full memo from the Bureau of Conveyances and Good Funds Law, visit www.oldrephawaii.com.  All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

 

I am happy to announce The Moore Estate (which sold for $10M) is no longer available.  There is one other beachfront estate available “Hanalei Kahakai Hale”.  This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of Hanalei Bay’s premier spots. Contact me for more information.

Hanalei Happenings June 16, 2009

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Saturday, June 6th, the Hanalei Canoe Club sponsored their annual Haena to Hanalei 8 Mile Run/Walk on the island of Kauai.  This event helps raise funds for the Canoe Club’s Youth Program.  The event was a big success with over 250 participants.  It started at 7:00 am with a gorgeous morning on the North Shore of Kauai.

 

I was able to knock 16 minutes off of my time and Kahea Zietz, the Property Manager for Coldwell Banker Bali Hai Realty, Inc, came in 3rd for her division ~ Congrats Kahea!!  The overall results were Nic Clark for the Men and Elizabeth Leonard for the Women.  Everyone had a great time at this worth while event and my heartfelt congratulation goes out to all the participants.

 

Another Hanalei Happening is my 5 bedroom, 4 bath listing located on over an acre on Hanalei Bay.  This Weke Road listing is a very successful County Approved Vacation Rental.  Give me a call to view this wonderful property and see how the Kauai lifestyle may be just what you are looking for.

Summer Activities and Events for the North Shore of Kauai June 2, 2009

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The Hanalei Canoe Club is hosting their annual fundraiser for their youth program.  It is a run/walk from Haena to Hanalei this Saturday, June 6, 2009.  There is a pancake breakfast after the run at the Hanalei Canoe Club clubhouse.  Please visit www.hanaleicanoeclub.com for more information.

 

3rd Annual Hanalei Open Water Swim ~ This event is a fundraiser hosted by the Namolokama O’ Hanalei Canoe Club.  It will take place on July 25, 2009 at 9:00 am at the Hanalei Pier.  There are various divisions for this event; for more information or to sign up, please visit www.namolokama.com.

 

1st Annual Kauai Marathon ~ This inaugural event will take place at Poipu Beach and starts at 5:30 am.  You can participate in the half or full marathon.  For more information or to register for this event, please visit www.kauaimarathon.com.

 

While you are on the island of Kauai, please feel free to contact me with any of your Real Estate needs or questions.  I have numerous, well priced, properties and I am sure we can find one to fit your needs.

 

Come for vacation, stay for a lifetime.

Hawaiian Language 101 May 26, 2009

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The Hawaiian Language is a very beautiful language.  When visiting the Hawaiian Islands, it can be a bit confusing, so here are some basic facts about the language to assist you in pronouncing the names and/or places you are visiting. 

The Hawaiian Language only has seven (7) Consonants: 

p, k, h, l, m, n, and w 

When the “w” is after “i” and “e”, it is pronounced like a “v”

When the “w” is after “u” and “o”, it is pronounced like a “w” 

One of the punctuations may throw you, but it is pretty easy. 

If you see ‘ between letters, it is a glottal stop, similar to the sound between the oh’s as in oh-oh. 

Vowels:

A       sounds like the a in above

E       sounds like the e in bet, if it is marked with a macron, it is pronounced like ay as in pay

I        sounds like the y in city, if it is marked with a macron, it is pronounced like ee as in see

O       sounds like the o in solo, if it is marked with a macron, it is pronounced like o in sole

U       sounds like the oo in moon  

Now practice on one of my “Best Deal” listings on Kauai: 

Makua Hideaway            

Reduced to $698.000.00         MLS 209531

A County Approved and active vacation rental, Makua Hideaway is offered turn key. The elevated design gives you wonderful tropical views as well as the lofty breezes for which our island is well known. Many large windows and glass doors bring the natural beauty inside. You will enjoy relaxing on the wrap-around lanai for even closer views. As you enter, you will immediately feel the spaciousness of the great room with its vaulted ceiling and generous dimensions. The perfect blend of natural wood and island style furnishings makes this a very comfortable place to entertain your guests. The large deck, which is accessible from several rooms, wraps around the home and offers ample space for quiet time alone as well as plenty of room to be together. Activities nearby include seasonal swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, surfing, windsurfing, kayaking.

Give me a call to view this wonderful property!

Summer is here! May 6, 2009

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With the onset of summer upon us, Kauai is already bustling with activity.

 

Saturday, May 2, 2009 was the “Kaua’i Loves You” triathlon.  The event was held at Kalapaki Bay in Lihue and was hosted by Swim Kauai Aquatics.  It involved a half-mile swim in Kalapaki Bay, a 12-mile bike ride around the Menehune Fishpond area and a 5K run through the Marriott property.  A heart felt congratulations go out to Leo McCarthy who finished first, our own Lois Lutz who won the women’s division and to all of the other 78 participants of this wonderful event!  Go to www.kauaiworld.com for more on this story.

 

Here are some up and coming events:

 

3rd Annual Hanalei Open Water Swim ~ This event is a fundraiser hosted by the Namolokama O’ Hanalei Canoe Club.  It will take place on July 25, 2009 at 9:00 am at the Hanalei Pier.  There are various divisions for this event; for more information or to sign up, please visit www.namolokama.com.

 

1st Annual Kauai Marathon ~ This inaugural event will take place at Poipu Beach and starts at 5:30 am.  You can participate in the half or full marathon.  For more information or to register for this event, please visit www.kauaimarathon.com.

 

Canoe Paddling ~ There are two canoe clubs on the North Shore.  One is the Hanalei Canoe Club (www.hanaleicanoeclub.com) and the other is the Namolokama O’ Hanalei Canoe Club (www.namolokama.com).  Both have Men’s, Women’s and Youth programs available and have various fundraisers throughout the year.  If you are a visitor and want to just try it out, contact them and they will be more than happy to accommodate you.

 

My Makua Hideaway listing has been reduced to $698,000.  The location is 5-7242 Kuhio Highway in Haena, Kauai.  The approved vacation rental has three bedrooms and three baths and is a short walk to the beach.  MLS 209531.  Call me for more information.

 

Some thing for every body at bargain prices April 17, 2009

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Are you looking for a Condo? 

 

I have a great listing located on the South Shore of Kauai in the sought after small private resort of Poipu Kapili.  Unit 39 is a spacious, well appointed, luxury ground floor unit with an air conditioned master en-suite just steps from the pool and a short walk to Poipu Beach.  The complex itself has tennis courts, barbeques, as well as a lovely pool.  This lovely listing is now available for $799,000. 

 

Are you looking for Vacant Land?

 

I have a fantastic lot located on the North Shore of Kauai in Hanalei town.  This lot sits on a quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance to everything that Hanalei has to offer.  It is surrounded by beautiful vegetation and is level and ready for your dream home to be built.  The best lot, in the best location, now has the best price of $899,000.

 

Are you looking for Residential Property?

 

I have a large Hanalei home with Mountain and distant Ocean Views.  This wonderful home sits on a corner lot with direct access to gorgeous Hanalei Bay.  It has an extra large Master Suite on the top floor with panoramic views of waterfalls, two bedrooms and baths on the main floor with open beam ceilings in the Great Room, and a remodeled Kitchen.  This home has obvious pride of ownership throughout.  This lovely home is now priced at $1,995,000.

 

Paradise is just a phone call away! 

Come for vacation, Stay for a lifetime April 3, 2009

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The county of Kauai has posted some approvals of TVR permits for vacation rental properties located outside of the VDA (Visitor’s Destination Area).

 

Two of my listings that are very successful vacation rentals have received approval for their permits.

 

Makua Hideaway – This property’s elevated design gives you wonderful tropical views as well as the lofty breezes for which our island is well known.  Many large windows and glass doors bring the natural beauty inside.  You can relax on the wrap-around lanai and enjoy even closer views.  As you enter, you will immediately feel the spaciousness of the great room with its vaulted ceiling and generous dimensions.  The perfect blend of natural wood and island style furnishings makes this a very comfortable place to entertain your guests. Activities nearby include seasonal swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, surfing, windsurfing, and kayaking. (MLS 209531)

 

Hanalei Kahakai Hale – Hanalei house by the sea is a rare offering on world renown Hanalei Bay.  The substantial residence, located in one of the premier spots on the Bay, is being presented to the market for the first time.  The four bedroom, four bath home has a real semblance of gracious island style and rich flavor.  An extremely comfortable setting where you can enjoy casual living and take advantage of Kauai’s ideal year-round climate and indoor-out lifestyle. (MLS 220831)

 

Please contact me to view one, or both, of these wonderful properties.