Resplendent Main Residence with Multiple Structures on Hawaii’s Kona Coast Offered at $14.5 Million

KAILUA-KONA, HAWAII – On the western slopes of majestic Hualalai, this 90-acre estate enjoys picturesque views of the world-famous Kona coast. Reflecting the openness of the Big Island’s lifestyle, the contemporary main residence is defined by an indoor-outdoor aesthetic with clean modern lines framing ocean views and materials that connect the structure with the land. Doug Troxel, founder of Serena Software, used the space as his residence and a research campus devoted to clean energy. At one time, some 20 people worked and lived at the estate. The five main buildings and four one- and two-bedroom ‘pods’ remain, but the scientific equipment has been removed.

This unparalleled turn-key operation or family compound is offered for $14.5 million by Hawai’i Life Real Estate Brokers with global marketing by Christie’s International Real Estate.

Introduced by a long tree-lined driveway, offering the utmost in privacy, the main residence is accessed by crossing a “floating” bridge over a magnificent koi pond. This leads to a welcoming entry with sliding glass walls to create a soaring open-plan space complimented by the marriage of indoors-outdoors. The main living space includes dining and relaxation areas, a wine room, and a chef’s kitchen finished in local koa wood and granite. An adjoining wing houses the master suite and master bath with outdoor shower and office; above, the two guest suites each have a private staircase spiraling down to the gardens. Outdoors, lanais open to two swimming pools, one with intricate mosaic tiles and the other with infinity edges, from which the grounds unfurl toward the horizon. An authentic imu pit provides a final flourish of authenticity for holding a traditional luau at this sophisticated island retreat.

“The views of the ocean and the Kona coastline area simply stunning. The home is perfectly sited on the western slope of Hualalai Mountain to maximize these vistas. Lucky Bennett, who is widely considered Hawaii’s most famous architect for his, designed the home to be infused with the sights, smells and sounds of this beautiful island to create what is truly a paradise.”

— Zackary Wright, Executive Director, Christie’s International Real Estate.

The property’s gorgeous parklike grounds are a botanical showcase, with citrus and macadamia orchards, a tropical canopy provided by a mature monkey-pod tree, jacarandas, as well as producing coffee trees and plantings of orange tangelos, pineapples, mangos, and papayas. Some of the acreage is even used to run cattle. A grand tennis court and bocce court are additional features of this beautiful property. The residence is being sold furnished and is located less than 15 minutes from the Kailua-Kona town center and less than 11 miles from the airport.

“The meandering entry leads you through an orchard of citrus, coffee and macadamia nut trees before you cross a romantically lighted bridge that takes you to a canopy of a mature monkey pod tree at the majestic entrance of the main residence. You can enjoy the luxurious courtyard that offers a tranquil greeting to each guest with a koi pond, waterfall, two pools, spa, traditional luau grounds, bocce ball and tennis court. This home is truly impressive!”

— Carrie Nicholson, Director and Broker in Charge, Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers.

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