Sunday, July 31, 2016

Now Ready for Purchase: Maui's Premier Oceanfront Estate


On one of Condé-Nast’s “Top Ten Islands in the World” sits over an acre of oceanfront land, which is the keeper of the famed Banyan Cove home at 22 & 6 Wa’a Place. The banyan tree on the east side of the property has become the favorite backdrop for many of the island’s wedding parties and family gatherings. The location on the North Shore of Maui in the surf-esque town of Kuau attracts a genre of vacationers who annually and privately occupy 22 & 6 Wa’a Place listed as one of the top discerning vacation sites on Maui’s North Shore.

The estate brings two TMKs as its legal description. The front TMK hosts the main house. The architecturally “L”-shaped floorplan allows for the grandest of ocean views streaming from Kahakuloa along the horizon of the grand Pacific Ocean. The teak pocket doors for each bedroom, for the dining and great rooms allows the rooms to be sun-filled while flawlessly blending the tropical island of Maui with the palatial design of the home. The second TMK provides an equally designed caretaker’s quarters. The caretakers are privately set in a two story, three car garage, two bedroom one bath cottage.

The first step onto 22 Wa’a brings a sense of awe as you pass the custom teak gateway and drive through the harmonious Hawaiiana foliage, plantings and flowers, all overwhelming the senses with Hawaii’s unique horticulture of beautiful flowers and aromas.

Entering the oceanfront home through the custom Tom Faught entry door, you’ll be surrounded by the superb architectural use of handsome wood from around the world: ohia, teak, African mohagany, Australian beech, and mango. The warmth of color and use of textiles throughout are perfection. The home features top-of-the-line Lutron lighting with Crestron controls integrating one-touch management within the entire home, including lights, air conditioning, pool and spa lighting, fans, blinds, security, audio and gate – all flawlessly facilitated with touch command. The crowning points of each bedroom ensuite are the sliding Fleetwood teak pocket doors flawlessly blending Hawaii’s mother nature with the deep blue waters of Maui’s Pacific Ocean.

The east wing of the home could be considered a private or separate area for guests, children or entertaining. The open floor plan of the wing brings outdoors in or out. By using the touch of a fingertip, you can personalize the aura of the rooms for sleeping, movie watching, card playing, romance, any type of entertaining. The modern equipped home theatre system featuring a 5/1 Digital Dolby Surround Sound presents an amazing sensory effect.

The main square footage of the first level provides unmatched ocean views throughout. The only separation between you and nature is the perfect sliding Fleetwood pocket doors. The top-chef designed kitchen provides a 6-burner Wolf range with griddle, two Wolf ovens, Sub-Zero freezer, freezer drawers, ice machine and wine cooler. Bringing more essentials to the kitchen are the Dacor warming oven, Thermador microwave and Franke undermount sinks. Should there be more cooks and cooking styles, the best of chefs can appreciate the fully stocked outdoor/poolside kitchen.

A few barefoot steps from the living room, the kitchen and the bedrooms lead you to the spacious and comfortable sunny and warm poolside. Venture further and feel the ocean’s beckoning for your enjoyment. With a shoreline for all levels of enjoyment, try surfing, or jump in with the locals at Tavares Bay and Ho’okipa Beach Park. Available every day are snorkeling, stand up paddling and swimming to your heart’s content. Once content, be completely soothed in the fact that you’re on Maui with the ocean as your neighbor, and as Condé Nast has mentioned over and over again, one of the greatest islands in the world is now where you can call home.

See more by visiting http://www.22and6WaaPlacePaia.com.

Offered at $10,500,000
MLS 368636

Rhonda Smith-Sanchez, R(S) 73936
808-205-2175
Rhonda@RhondaMaui.com

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Saturday, July 30, 2016

Ready for Purchase: A Clifftop Oceanfront Residence on Maui's Majestic North Shore


Bali Kai Hale, located at 336 Door of Faith Road, is a stunning 2-acre oceanfront estate located on a remote cliffside location in Huelo, Maui, Hawaii.

Spanning across two lush acres, this Maui estate is situated like a guardian of the land set upon luxuriously landscaped grounds. The property features a four-bedroom main house (two of which are king master bedrooms with en suite bathrooms), a gourmet kitchen, a generous sized great room, a spacious one-bedroom attached ohana, a gorgeous saline swimming pool area, and many outdoor lounge areas to enjoy Maui’s tropical life, free from disturbance.

The Bali Kai estate offers all the best in privacy and seclusion with awe-inspiring Pacific Ocean views and much innate beauty. The land in itself is abundant with Hawaiian flora and fauna and is decorated with many Balinese statues of deities, antiquities and artistic water features.

The home casually sits upon a rich parcel of land welcoming all guests with open arms. With a peacock blue tiled roof, decorative Balinese structural elements, and pathways lined with Chinese coins that symbolize celebratory ‘living relics’ in Balinese culture, all will feel comfortable and at peace upon upon entering. Bali Kai Hale is located just a short drive away from Haiku Town Center, Historic Paia Town and popular North Shore activities and attractions.

As the new owner, you’ll enjoy a nice mix of privacy, seclusion and neighborliness on the island that Condé Nast has dubbed “Best Island in the World,” with just a 20 minute drive to an international airport.


MLS 369893
$2.799MM



Enjoy Water Sports Directly From Your New Maui Oceanfront Home


81 Aleiki Place, an oceanfront home located in the North Shore Kuau neighborhood of Paia, Maui, Hawaii practically begs you to explore the ocean just outside your door...and it's on the market.

This spectacular home just off Maui's famed Road to Hana features ocean, island, Haleakala, and West Maui Mountain sunset views.

Enjoy Mama's Fish House just a short walk away. Water sports are a nearby walk - in fact, surf or stand-up paddle just outside your oceanfront yard, and enjoy the ever-changing water colors all along Maui's beautiful coastline.

The 7-bedroom home will house all your friends, teammates or corporate colleagues with 2 master suites, 2 living rooms, renovated bathrooms, swimming pool, and a yard to play in while enjoying every inch of the oceanfront placement. This home was undoubtedly designed to take full advantage of the ocean views.

The ohana (guest house) is situated on the drive-up side of the property, yet is close enough to the ocean side that full-property access requires merely a few walking steps.

81 Aleiki Place is shown by appointment. Phone, text, or email me to schedule a private showing. I would love to be the one who introduces you to your new dream home.


MLS 369627
$5,800,000

Rhonda Smith-Sanchez, R(S) 73936
Coldwell Banker Previews® International
808-205-2175 (cell and text)
Rhonda@RhondaMaui.com


Spreckelsville: One of Maui's Most Desirable Oceanside Neighborhoods


In Paia, Maui, Hawaii sits the fun, family, and beach neighborhood of Spreckelsville. This well built, clean and pleasing 4-bedroom 3-bath luxury home sits just a stroll from the Maui Country Club, Baby Beach and the newly ordained kite beach at Baldwin Beach.  

The home is recently updated with a full PV solar system and features floor to ceiling windows, new bamboo flooring, and a new ultra quiet AC system. The fully fenced property is lush with tropical greenery surrounding the grand back lanai and the quiet, cozy fenced-in front lanai.  

Enjoy living on the west side of Paia in one of the best locations on Maui’s North Shore in a well supported neighborhood of beautiful homes - all living the family beach life.

• 2,182 square feet of living space
• 2-car garage
• Photovoltaic system
• Sprinkler system
• Monier tile roof
Come see what it feels like to live in one of paradise’s premier neighborhoods. Call or text me today.


Rhonda Smith-Sanchez, R(S) 73936
Coldwell Banker Previews® International
808-205-2175
Rhonda@RhondaMaui.com
$1,899,000
MLS 369324


Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Picture a Scenic Hawaiian Clifftop



Picture a scenic Hawaiian clifftop. Now picture that clifftop dropping straight down to where the Pacific's waves crash on the rocks.

Now picture an idyllic home strategically perched on that clifftop. It's actually pretty easy to do just that by viewing the video that accompanies this post.

This home sits forever alone at the top of Maliko Cliff, the first major geological disrupt as the trek on Maui's world-famous Road to Hana begins.

Take a look at these facts about this home that sits at 2175 Hana Highway:

• 180˚ panoramic ocean views.
• Heated beach style swimming pool with hot tub.
• 3,756 square foot contemporary home on 1.35 acres.
• 3 bedrooms.
• 3 bathrooms.
• 2,268 square foot garage.
• Roof mounted photovoltaic power panels.
• Walk-in safe room.
• Private well water source.
• Minutes to beaches, hiking, zip lining, horseback riding, biking, standup paddle boarding, kiteboarding, surfing, and windsurfing. 
• Minutes to our quaint little towns of Haiku and Paia and our main commercial centers of Wailuku and Kahului.
• Minutes to groceries, restaurants, galleries.
• Minutes to Kahului Airport.

Find out more about the property by visiting http://www.2175HanaHighway.com.

MLS 366626
$5,800,000

I'm happy to schedule a private showing for you. Call, text, or drop me a line.

Rhonda Smith-Sanchez, R(S) 73936
Coldwell Banker Previews® International
808-205-2175 (cell and text)
Rhonda@RhondaMaui.com
http://www.Rhondamaui.com


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Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Quite a Bit to be Said About Owning a Home on Maui


There’s quite a bit to be said about about owning a home on Maui.

I’m willing to go out on a limb and suggest that the steady climate is high on that list of “lucky we live Hawaii.”

I’m also willing to suggest that almost any Maui property has some kind of desirable setting and / or view:
• With a summit at 10,023 feet, mighty Haleakala rises to the east – sometimes even with snow.
• With a summit at 5,727 feet, the West Maui Mountains are no less majestic. The way the morning sun plays on the West Mauis is indescribable. The deep crevasses, lush greenery on north and almost desert-like conditions on the far south, Maui has the views.

With this particular luxury home in our quaint little town of Haiku, the want for any of those views is nonexistent.

Combine these incredible views with an adventurous spirit, and this home is your Nirvana. Surfing, windsurfing, kiteboarding, scuba diving, high-end resorts, high-end restaurants, hiking…the list could go on and on.

If you’ve been thinking “someday…” about having these amenities beckon to your every whim, this executive home just may fulfill your desires. Here are the basic facts:
• 4390 Une Place; Haiku, Maui, Hawaii
• 2.1 acres
• 5 bedrooms
• 4.5 bathrooms
• 3,778 square feet
• Detached cottage (775 square feet)

Be sure to check out the full video so you can see with your eyes what I cannot capture in words. 

You can also see more by visiting http://www.4390UnePlace.com/

I would love to meet you for a private showing. Call or text me at 808-205-2175, or you can drop me a line at Rhonda@RhondaMaui.com.

Mahalo,
Rhonda Smith-Sanchez R(S) 73936
Coldwell Banker Island Properties

$2,849,000
MLS #366144


Unique Oceanview Home on a Full Acre in Haiku, Maui, Hawaii


Enjoy ocean views from this distinctive custom octagon home with an attached ohana located in Huelo, Maui.

Split level living is beautifully set among indescribably lush grounds, with fragrances of flowers and sounds of colorful birds adding even more tropical ambiance to the forever ocean views.

Living is even more laid-back with the expansive wraparound covered lanai.

Features include:
• 3 bedrooms
• 3 bathrooms
• 3,151 square feet of living space
• 938 square feet of covered lanai
• 1.004 acres
• Split level
• Carport
• Level / gentle slope topography
• Zoned agricultural
• Remodeled in 2014


$1,150,000
MLS 369601

Rhonda Smith-Sanchez, R(S) 73936
Coldwell Banker Previews® International


Lovely Home on Two Private, Lush Acres in Haiku, Maui, Hawaii


Step onto this serene 2+ acre estate and feel the lush evergreen beauty of Haiku, Maui, Hawaii.

Enjoy the main house that features four bedrooms, two and a half baths, a grand living room with 25-foot vaulted ceilings, a spacious dining area, and a private master bedroom loft that features views of acres of vast green gardens. The gorgeous kitchen features stainless steel, granite, and the blonde cabinetry that brightens the room.

Downstairs in the main house, three additional colorfully painted bedrooms lead to the extended hallway which brings you through the dedicated laundry area into an oversized and soundproof media room with 70-inch flat screen tv and built-in Bose surround sound. The wood-paneled two-car garage and spacious storage complete this 2,600 square foot, extremely well maintained home.

The freestanding 1600 square foot recording/editing and artist’s studio contains four separate rooms, including an isolation booth and dedicated electrical considerations and wiring capabilities throughout. Specialized lighting, polished cement floors, dramatic color schemes and soundproof walls and doors create the ultimate atmosphere for any creative endeavor. Creative offices and multiple storage opportunities are included.

Beyond the main house and the recording/editing/artist's studio, the freestanding one-bedroom, one-bathroom 685 square foot detached ohana with carport - almost like an isolated cabin in the woods - is a welcome respite for visiting guests or long-term residents.

Features include:
• 2 stories
• 4 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 2-car garage
• 300 square foot lanai
• Den/study
• Dining area
• Family room
• Laundry room
• Music / recording room
• Media room
• Loft
• Storage
• Workshop
• Zoned agricultural
• 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom, 685 square foot ohana

All interior designs by Ri LaLa.


$1,599,000
MLS 369728

Rhonda Smith-Sanchez, R(S) 73936
Coldwell Banker Island Properties
808-205-2175
Rhonda@RhondaMaui.com


For Sale: 22 & 6 Wa'a Place - Hawaii Home Magazine's Editor's Choice


Enjoy the following reprint from Hawaii Home & Remodeling Magazine. 22 & 6 Wa’a Place was featured as the Editor’s Choice.
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“The home is spacious and luxurious, but not just another McMansion. In truth, this home is unique from the moment you drive up. Towering ohia trunks frame the structure, each one encased in a base of lava rock. Three-foot-long ironwood shingles fan out across the roofline.

A massive monkeypod tree – not the house – is the property’s centerpiece; its 100-foot canopy is mirrored below by the circular driveway separating the main house from the ohana guesthouse.

To start, ‘the owners were really fixated on an ironwood shingled roof,’ says Marc Taron, AIA. He had envisioned creating this type of residence for years, but also welcomed the process of discovery. ‘One of the driving forces here at Arquitectura is to incorporate an element of fun into all our designs,’ he says. ‘So, to that ironwood we added the ohia poles, utilized cross-ventilation in every part of the ouse to open it up to the prevailing winds, and made the site walls from lava rock.’

His clients initially got a ‘really good price’ on the ohia, but chose to go with a different, more expensive supplier who replants the trees, rather than just cutting them down. ‘They spent triple the original amount for the more eco-friendly system – which I felt was pretty cool on their part,’ Taron says.

The natural, uneven shape of the ohia trees created a challenge: figuring out how to get them plumb vertical, how to actually use them as the supporting structure. ‘The contractor, Stephen King of Stephen King Construction managed to do a great job,’ Taron says. ‘He really impressed me how he molded the drywall, the stucco, copper, stone, really everything around those ohia. When you see all that meticulous attention to detail, you can tell King really loves what he does.’

Another effect, more typically Hawaiian, was achieved by strategically placing additional ohia in the interior and foyer. ‘As you walk through the front door, you pass by ohia poles on the front porch to more poles inside. Then, you look out toward the ocean through those same poles. This really strengthens the indoor-outdoor connection that we felt was already present. It erases any sense of division,’ Taron says.

He applied the same logic to a bridge that connects two portions of the house. ‘We widened it by a couple of feet, made it into a library. The ocean-facing wall is all windows. They catch the wind and really open up the library.’

Aaron gives kudos to the owners, who approached him with great ideas and were very active in the design of the project. For example, the extensive use of copper on all the fascia on the lanai, the window sills, the garage doors, the entry gate – all came from the owners, who believe copper sills blend very nicely with stucco.

Just seeing this home being built and the reality exceeding all of their expectations are twin satisfactions that Taron says he owes to the contractor. ‘Stephen King did a superb job. A lesser contractor would not have done all the details,’ he says. ‘And the interior designer came up with a lot of great ideas.’

Aaron also credits the role of natural materials. Though he planned the home to have a welcoming floor plan and design, it was the combination of the copper cladding with the ohia, the ironwood-shingle roof, mahogany stains, even the monkeypod tree that ‘really help give that soothing, calming effect,’ he says. ‘You’re not looking at high-tech gadgetry everywhere. It feels like Hawaii.’

Which explains a big reason why Taron entered the home in the BIA Renaissance competition. ‘I felt the house was unique, and embodied what the Hawaiian style could be, or should be,’ he says.

‘I feel that many so-called Hawaiian style homes would look just as contextual in Santa Barbara or La Jolla,’ he adds. ‘So the question for me was, what makes a Hawaii home? It’s not just opening up the spaces to the ocean, or a double-pitched roof. I feel it’s also subtle beauty and tranquility, orienting the plan to best capture the trade winds, and utilizing elements from the man cultures that make up Hawaii. I wanted to get these images out there, to let people see what I feel is a Hawaiian home.’

Aaron had fun with some other challenges. Maui County, for one thing, was juggling with where to set the shoreline setback of the oceanfront lot; the homeowners’ solution was to buy the adjoining mauka side lot. This not only allowed Taron, at the owner’s directive, to save the monkeypod tree, it also afforded an opportunity to add the circular drive and ohana guesthouse. Most satisfying, Taron and landscaper Chris Curtis of Chris Curtis Landscapes were free to utilize the existing topography.

‘The owners wanted Bali-type landscaping,’ Curtis says. ‘So, I created a transition between the hardscape, the landscape and the water. This created a Balinese feeling and texture. I’m proud of the way it turned out.’

The interior’s main level is an open-floor plan, with views and access to the ocean and pool. Upstairs, the master and kids’ bedrooms also open up to the ocean but, of course are more private. Throughout the interior, Taron says, the materials used are ‘very earthy: Imperial plaster, bamboo weaves in the ceiling, hand-carved doors from Bali. They create a very subtle feeling, very minimalist and powerful.’ ”

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$10,500,000
MLS 368636

See more detail by visiting www.22And6WaaPlacePaia.com

Coldwell Banker Previews® International
Rhonda Smith-Sanchez, R(S) 73936
Rhonda@RhondaMaui.com
808-205-2175