Kona Relocation

Countdown begins for this years upcoming 14th Annual Kailua-Kona Independance Day Parade followed with a great fireworks display. Come and “Celebrate Freedom” this years theme with over fifity + entrants expected to join in the parade line-up. Parade start time is 5:30pm leaving from the Kekua’okalani Gym along Kuakini Hwy making its way along Alii Drive finishing just past the Coconut Grove Marketplace. There will be seven announcer stations along the parade route.

This years Grand Marshall is Judge Ronald Ibarra. There is room for more entrants should your neighborhood group, non profit or business be interested in enterring the parade please call me at (808) 345-2108 for more information. You can also find more information by visiting our parade and fireworks website at:

www.KonaParades.com

The Kailua-Kona 4th of July Fireworks Committee, under the auspices of the Kailua Kona Community Parade Association, has endeavored to make sure the tradition of fireworks continues in Kailua-Kona. With the assistance of the Kailua Village Business Improvement District, Rotary Club of Kona, and funds generated through the fireworks permit fees (once again available this year) collected by the Hawaii County Fire Department we are well on our way to having a wonderful fireworks display on the 4th of July.

Fireworks donations are being accepted for the first time via Pay Pal on the Kona Parades website. We invite and encourage anyone to donate to this wonderful annual event. As little as $5.00 can be contributed which will go a long way and can make a big difference to help with the cost of the fireworks show. This is such a great way as a community how we can come together and contribute to the enjoyment for everyone celebrating this very special day.

Until next time…A Hui Hou

Renee

Coldwell Banker Maryl Realty is having the Open House Extravaganza Saturday AND Sunday spanning from Keauhou Resort to Kohala Ranch. The Open House schedule is below and also can be found in Fridays West Hawaii Today paper section A page 11A and in the real estate classified section of the Sunday West Hawaii newpaper. All homes will be available to view between 12:30pm to 4:30pm each day. Coldwell Banker Maryl Realty directional signs will be posted for all open houses.

Saturday April 4, 2009 8 Open Houses:

73-4342 He’Ohe Place
PALISADES off Kaiminani Residential $349,000
Renee H. Kraft RS 345-2108

Keauhou Gardens I Unit 11302
KEAUHOU RESORT Condo $499,000
Sharon Brown RA 937-4349

Casa de Emdeko Unit B-136
ALII DRIVE OCEANFRONT Condo $549,000
Kat Daggart RA HOST 989-5273

Fairway Villas at Waikoloa Beach Resort J-6
WAIKOLOA RESORT Condo $698,000
Carla Womack RA 896-6768

73-1293 Laiku Place
PALISADES Residential $774,900
David Swanson RA 430-4109

78-6811 Keaupuni Place
KEAUHOU ESTATES Residential $1,200,000
Dennis Yates RA HOST 896-2512

78-6896 Kuhinanui St
KEAUHOU ESTATES Residential $1,495,000
Julie Ching RB 987-4129

Wai’ula’ula C-102
The UPLANDS at MAUNA KEA Condo $1,650,000
Donna J. Reising RS 960-1445

SUNDAY April 5, 2009 12 Open Houses:

Keauhou Surf and Racket 8102
KEAUHOU RESORT Condo $345,900
Sharon Brown RA 937-4349

Keauhou Kai 202
KEAUHOU RESORT Condo $369,000
Carla Womack RA 896-6768

Keauhou Gardens I 11302
KEAUHOU RESORT Condo $499,000
Gail Jamison RA HOST 987-5064

Casa de Emdeko B-136
ALII DRIVE OCEANFRONT Condo $549,000
Dennis Yates RA Host 896-2512

Villas at Keauhou Estates 136
KEAUHOU RESORT Condo $999,000
Julie Ching RB 987-4129

59-260 Kahua Place
KOHALA ESTATES Residential $699,000
Donna J. Reising RS 960-1445

59-576 Kaala Road
KOHALA RANCH Residential $2,996,000
Karen E. Bail RB BIC 936-4640

73-4342 He’Ohe Place
PALISADES off Kaiminana Residential $349,000
Renee H. Kraft RS 345-2108

73-1136 Mahilani Drive
Pailisades Subdivision Residential $498,000
Kat K. Daggett RA 989-5273

75-6138 Alii Drive
ALII DRIVE OCEANFRONT Condo $1,598,000
Karen Ostlie RS 937-1174

77-6453 Puuwai Alii Place
PUUWAI ALII ESTATES (off Ono Rd.)
Residential $1,295,000
Robert D. Wilkinson RA 987-6774

66-638 Puuluna Place KAMUELA
WAIMEA Residential $969,000
David C. Swanson RS 430-4109

Come out this weekend to preview just a few of the over 160 in house properties available to choose from listed with Coldwell Banker Maryl and meet these great Realtors I have the fortune to work with. Maryl has two offices located in Kailua Village at the Borders Bookstore Building and at Mauna Lani Resort in the Shops.

Until the next time…A Hui Hou

Not including land there are just about 1500 pieces of property for sale along the Kona Coast stretching from Keauhou in Kona to Mauna Kea in South Kohala. Depending on your pocketbook and lifestyle here is a helpful breakdown to search for Hawaii property here on the Kona Coast:

Properties available in the Kailua-Kona area:

Residential priced up to $500,000

Condo’s priced up to $500,000

Residential priced between $500,000 to $1,000,000

Condo’s priced between $500,000 to $1,000,000

Residential priced between $1,000,000 to $2,000,000

Condo’s priced between $1,000,000 to $2,000,000

Residential priced over $2,000,000

Condo’s priced over 2 million

Properties available in the Kohala Resorts Area of Mauna Kea, Mauna Lani, Waikoloa Resorts (includes Waikoloa Village), Hualalai, and Kukio:

Residential priced up to $500,000

Condo’s priced up to $500,000

Residential priced between $500,000 to $1,000,000

Condo’s priced between $500,000 to $1,000,000

Residential priced between $1,000,000 to $2,000,000

Condo’s priced between $1,000,000 to $2,000,000

Residential priced over 2 million

Condo’s priced over 2 million

Till the next time…A Hui Hou

Renee Kraft

Now is a great time to buy if you happen to be relocating here to the gorgeous Kona Coast. Here are a few of the outstanding deals Kona and the Kohala Coast have to offer you!

Condo’s located in the Kailua-Kona Area:

MLS
192190 $229,000 Alii Lani #E202 2/2
218995 $479,000 Alii Park Place #L202 1,294 3/2
215755 $549,000 Casa De Emdeko #B136 1,288 2/2
213876 $549,000 Keauhou Gardens I #11302 1,536 2/2
208968 $439,000 Keauhou Punahele #C304 1,488 3/3
207874 $399,000 Keauhou Kai #305 1,244 2/2
220719 $369,000 Keauhou Kai #202 1,244 2/2
219892 $379,000 Keauhou Kai #403 1,244 2/2
213572 $345,900 Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club #8102 1,170 2/2
212372 $489,000 Keauhou Punahele #A301 1,488 3/3
208918 $499,000 Kona By The Sea #319 922 1/2
196901 $289,000 Kona Isle #C2 566 1/1
213162 $329,000 Kona Isle #C25 566 1/1
215426 $359,000 Kona Isle #C27 566 1/1
215412 $249,000 Kona Mansions V #224 1,017 2/1.5
218599 $239,000 Kona Pacific #E633 829 1/2
214270 $280,000 Kona Reef #D17 611 1/1
204762 $284,000 Royal Kailuan #105 846 2/2
202387 $639,000 Sea Village #3311 698 1/1
217607 $429,000 Sea Village #4207 854 2/2

Condo’s located in the Kohala Resort Area’s:

MLS
Mauna Kea Resort:
220722 $1,399,000 Waiulaula At Mauna Kea Resort #B101 2,082 3/3
Mauna Lani Resort:
220053 $969,000 Villages At Mauna Lani #609 2,174 #609 3/3.5
217297 $989,000 Villages At Mauna Lani #516 2,174 #516 3/3.5
218878 $1,039,000 Villages At Mauna Lani #107 2,174 #107 3/3.5
205680 $1,150,000 Villages At Mauna Lani #617 2,174 #617 3/3.5
218969 $1,299,000 Villages At Mauna Lani #321 2,752 #321 3/3.5
212618 $1,795,000 Villages At Mauna Lani #642 2,752 #642 3/3.5
212465 $2,550,000 Villages At Mauna Lani #720 2,558 #720 3/3.5
214694 $509,000 Golf Villas At Mauna Lani Resort #Q23 1,460 2/2
Waikoloa Beach Resort:
210380 $395,000 Shores At Waikoloa Beach #116 1,118 2/2
220105 $799,000 Fairway Villas At Waikoloa Beach #J6 1,613 3/3
221043 $449,000 Fairway Villas At Waikoloa Beach #D4 1,033 2/2
219024 $450,000 Fairway Villas At Waikoloa Beach #N24 1,033 2/2
217003 $465,000 Waikoloa Colony Villas #606 1,236 2/2
216660 $495,000 Fairway Villas At Waikoloa Beach #O32 1,172 2/2
218809 $539,000 Vista Waikoloa #G203 1,230 2/2
210420 $585,000 Waikoloa Colony Villas #2804 1,446 2/2.5
217185 $1,595,000 Kolea Condo Villas #15B 1,554 2/2
214465 $2,195,000 Kolea Condo Villas #12B 2,147 3/3.5

A Hui Ho…

Superior quality homes poised above Keauhou Bay with golf course frontage homes available. Gated with a 24 hour guard. 14 premium homes available with Sellers looking for offers.

More Info Click HERE

LOTS:
MLS 214881 TMK 3-7-8-21-82 $459,000 18,426 sqft
MLS 218527 TMK 3-7-8-21-138 $550,000 15,150 sqft
MLS 212611 TMK 3-7-8-21-61 $759,000 21,771 sqft

RESIDENTIAL:
MLS 215859 TMK 3-7-8-21-117 $1,050,000 78-6875 Keaupuni St 2,011 2/2
MLS 209605 TMK 3-7-8-21-71 $1,185,000 78-6805 Kuhinanui Way 2,804 3/2.5
MLS 219845 TMK 3-7-8-21-121 $1,200,000 78-6811 Keaupuni Pl 3,364 3/3.5
MLS 219369 TMK 3-7-8-21-20 $1,349,000 78-6835 Keaupuni St 2,689 3/3.5
MLS 205292 TMK 3-7-8-21-9 $1,350,000 78-6893 Kuhinanui St 2,848 3/3
MLS 210175 TMK 3-7-8-21-69 $1,495,000 78-6804 Kuhinanui Way 2,058 2/2.5
MLS 217387 TMK 3-7-8-21-99 $1,590,000 78-6953 Kiaaina St 2,735 3/3.5
MLS 215686 TMK 3-7-8-21-32 $1,635,000 78-6846 Kaula St 2,700 3/2.5
MLS 214313 TMK 3-7-8-21-102 $1,690,000 78-6941 Kiaaina St 2,662 3/3.5
MLS 219169 TMK 3-7-8-21-104 $1,700,000 78-6852 Kaula St 3,483 3/3.5
MLS 216279 TMK 3-7-8-21-70 $1,820,000 78-6803 Kuhinanui Way 4,860 4/6
MLS 218716 TMK 3-7-8-21-48 $2,249,000 78-6858 Kuhinanui St 4,063 3/3.5
MLS 215230 TMK 3-7-8-21-109 $2,500,000 78-6874 Kaula St 3,638 4/4.5
MLS 211670 TMK 3-7-8-21-38 $2,675,000 78-6910 Kiaaina St 3,140 3/2.5

A hui ho…

1-Plenty of fun stuff to do!
Beaches galore, aerial tours, ground tours many places around the island, golf courses, tennis, community pool, racketball, ukulele and hula lessons, lei making classes, quilt groups, boating, fishing, senior centers, bookclubs, and gardening. Something for everyone even if you just want to relax and read a good book.

2-More bettah weather than anywhere in the world!
Warm weather is very kind to some ailments assosciated with getting older. Temperatures range in the mid-70’s to mid 80’s on most parts of the island during the day. Nights do vary on the elevation you live. This last week we have been experiencing chilly temperatures (for Hawaii). I live at a very comfortable elevation of 700 feet in Kailua-Kona. The temperature felt as if it was in the low 60’s upper 50’s. Definately cold enough to pull some blankets out of the closet that we havent seen for awhile!

3-Low property taxes!
Hawaii senior homeowners enjoy exemptions on the State of Hawaii’s already low property taxes. Click here for more info

4-Longer Life Span!
If you feel like you want to be more active Hawaii’s indoor/outdoor living is exceptional for active people like yourself. Many homes and condo’s located in or out of developments in the Kailua Kona area and along the Kohala Coast offer ammenities that will appeal to the lifestyle you are looking for. If golf is your game the Kona Coast is for you!

5-Tax Exemptions!
Hawaii is one of only two states that exempts all pension and social security income from state income taxes.

6-Friends to be made!
Its no surprise that Hawaii retiree’s are among some of the worlds most akamai (smart) and successful. These talents and gifts can be shared with others in many clubs and socials about year around. Embrace the culture and it will embrace you back. Get involved in the community and share those talents in for example in writing, woodworking, painting, music, dance, performing arts, and language.

The Big Island has so much to offer anyone who is considering a move to Hawaii from anywhere in the world or just from one of our neighboring islands. I relocated from my hometown Oahu 5 years ago and love the lifestyle Kona offers. Basically grew up here in Kona and on Oahu. I sure do miss Oahu, but the island commuter hops are a breeze and extremely affordable. Kona is an amazing place to live!

A hui Ho….

A gorgeous morning here in Kailua-Kona for the always anticipated Kamehameha Day parade and celebration!

As onlookers smiled and keiki’s stretched their arms for lots of candy the beauty and the meaning of this parade is so well received by all. The participants convey a deep rooted respect for the aina and culture. They share true aloha to all in the community in fond rememberance of their ancestry and those who were here before us.

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CELEBRATE FREEDOM

On behalf of The Rotary Club of Kona and the Kailua-Kona Community Parade Association we are very excited to present the 13th Annual Kailua-Kona Independence Day Parade, Friday, July 4, 2008, starting at 5:30 p.m.

Last year, the parade honored our military veterans from the Middle East, featured 50 entrants with over 800 participants. This year the parade’s Grand Marshal will be Dr. Frank H. Sayre, a Vietnam war veteran and local dentist who has long worked behind the scenes for the good of the community. Dr. Sayre has been an active board member of PATH, Peoples Advocacy Trails Hawaii, which advocates for alternatives to highways by providing bike and pedestrian paths.

He and his wife, Laura Mallery-Sayre, founded the Daniel Sayre Memorial Foundation in honor of their late son. Daniel had a hiking accident in Waipio Valley, and the courage of the firefighters who attempted to rescue Daniel so impressed the Sayres that they founded the organization to purchase rescue equipment for the island’s fire and rescue teams, items not funded by the County budget.

The Parade will assemble at the Kona Kekua’okalani Gym parking lot no later than 4:30 p.m. on July 4. The Parade will start promptly at 5:30 p.m. and take the traditional Kuakini Hwy route to Palani Road onto Ali’i Drive to the Coconut Grove Marketplace. Musical entries and floats are encouraged.

If you would like to participate in this years parade or if you have any questions please contact me at 808-345-2108.

The deadline to submit an application to enter the parade is Wednesday, June 25, 2008.

Until the next time…A Hui Ho

Aloha Kakou

I have the good fortune to live right off Alii Drive here in the ever growing and ever popular town of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The beautiful coastal drive along Alii Drive takes you along 4 miles of some of the most beautiful historic locations around the Kona area. Begin in the Kailua-Kona Village area around Hulihee Palace you are on your way by scooter, car, foot or bicycle to the resort area of Keauhou Kona. The four mile stretch ends at the old Kona Surf hotel and Keauhou Bay. I live about halfway down from the Village and love the central location. It allows me the luxury to be close to shopping, work, and family (not necessaily in that order). Since I work both in Kona and up the Kohala Coast Resorts the drive doesn’t bother me in the least. Why should it I live in paradise?

When you live and work in Hawaii you might think why would I complain about anything especially the weather? I’m not going to complain about the drive why include the weather. Okay this morning I honestly sighed when I saw a drizzly sky. Poor me. Yes we do get spoiled in paradise its true. Here is a snipet of my morning routine…I grab my newspaper, walk out into my livingroom, and I look out to the sea of plumeria tree’s and bougenvilia that canvas the incrediable pacific ocean. So yes this morning it was a little drizzly, but I’ve learned a little light rain in paradise is no big deal. right? Gosh I’ve been here in Hawaii my entire life. I think I’ve gotten so use to it thst when its just not gorgeous everyday the world is coming to an end. Yes spoiled. Then I drive out to work at the Mauna Lani Resorts where the skies were as blue as blue could see. The varying colors of the blue in the ocean was memorizing today. You got that right I’ll take this 20 mile drive through lava field after lava field in paradise to work anyday rain or no rain. There is something so calming in the spirit of our islands, and as I listen to some feel good island music eh Hawaii is so No Ka Oi.

Now if your not familiar with our Kohala Coast CLICK for a quided tour of all the Big Islands famous resort communities. Be introduced to what makes each so unique and so special. Step Inside and Discover.

Easily explore the neighborhoods within each resort, search listings for homes, condo’s and property for sale…getting to know the Kohala Coast has never been so fast so easy & so fun!

Until the Next Kona Relocation…A Hui Ho

Aloha Kakou and Happy May Day!

As a native of these beautiful islands it never ceases to amaze me how many people just love the Hawaiian Islands and desire to call Hawaii home. How can I blame them? I do know what longing means having lived away from Hawaii in Denver and San Diego from 1996-2003. Having spent sometime away from the islands was a great experience for me, but Hawaii is definately home plus I had to figure how to get back here too! The longing inside for the tropics, the warm breezes, the smell of a plumeria, feel good island music, the sand in my toes, dreaming of the ocean and the smell, and feeling the warmth of the sun on my face. When I returned I knew I would never leave again (at least not to move away again). I am blessed to have a profession that allows me to share my love and admiration for these islands. Imagine Statehood in 1959. The now worldclass and famed Kona Coast didnt exist, the new state was a new frontier and opportunity for many from around the world to call home. The Big Island has more than ever continued to show its popularity in population growth although its greatest climb during the decades has been over the last 15-20 years.

Like so many of us I have cherished memories of my childhood here in Kona…remembering the one and only trafic light in Kailua-Kona, swinging on the vines at the Banyan Tree out infront of Taneguchi’s the original KTA down by the pier while Mom and Dad shopped, Pay and Save no Ross, no Lanihau Center, no Borders, Sizzler Steakhouse no Starbucks, No Walmart, No K-Mart, No Kona Inn Shopping Mall, No Coconut Grove Marketplace, the ice cream parlor in the back of Kona Marketplace, getting comic books at Oshima’s in Kainaliu, finding old railroad nails in our front yard.

Our road in Sunset subdivision use to be an old railway tract. No cruise liner ships in Kailua Bay, swimming and playing all day at the pier while my Dad worked at the Kona Billfish Tourney with long time friend Peter Fithian, snorkeling at Kamakahonu where Kamehameha onced lived in Kailua-Kona Village. Working hard at the old Shellery store in the King Kamehameha Hotel Mall during the summers in high school and Liberty House was right across the way, no Ironman back then, landing at Old Airport, the mexican restaurant on Kuikini Hwy by Sunset, counting the cattle as we drove down the original old and windy road to Keauhou off Hwy 11 when the beautiful Keauhou Estates didnt exist yet, and there was no Keauhou Shoping Center, the old Kona Surf and the salt water pool with the volcano slide, swimming at Magic Sands Beach at La’aloa when Magic Sands was still a hotel, getting in the car having to hear my Dad say, “time for a ride to Mauna Kea and Hapuna Beach kids”, and thinking, “oh wow what a LONG car ride this is going to be” nothing nothing existed from Kailua-Kona to Mauna Kea Hotel except Mauna Kea Hotel. Infact, include no Waikoloa Village! Over the course of summers in the late 60’s and early 70’s my folks loved discovering new beaches along the Kona Coast. Now the worldclass resorts of Kukio, Hualalai, Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, and Mauna Kea are here. Wow has the Kona Coast grown! I love this place!

If your ready to make the move to Kona there are lots and lots of fun activities and memories to be made here. The Aloha Spirit truely lives and to anyone reading who is the seasoned visitor or malihini a.k.a newcomber I suggest to take some time and learn about the culture and history. Embrace Hawaii’s history and the lands with respect and to those who have walked before us so we all may continue to enjoy what Hawaii is all about. Perpetuate the aina. There is never a day that passes something about the beauty here doesnt get my attention! Today for example while previewing homes in Koloko Mauka silver ohia’s tree’s were pointed out to me. More commonly we see the red ohia our island flower…