Gorgeous Hapuna Estate - Short Walk to Beach

Nestled within the prestigious Kauna’oa community, Hale Malu offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and location. This exclusive neighborhood is the only residential community on the Big Island where guests can easily access the two best beaches on the island, Mauna Kea Beach (6 minute walk) and Hapuna Beach (10 minute walk). Perched atop a scenic bluff and surrounded by lush tropical gardens and expansive lawns, the estate enjoys sweeping views of Mauna Loa and Hualalai while providing an exceptionally peaceful setting just moments from the Mauna Kea Resort and Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.

Resort-Style Pool & Outdoor Living
Designed to embrace Hawaii’s year-round outdoor lifestyle, the expansive pool terrace serves as the heart of the home. Enjoy a large swimming pool, floating hot tub, built-in BBQ, spacious tanning deck, shaded lounge areas, and beautifully landscaped grounds that provide exceptional privacy. Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee while taking in the mountain views or gathering for sunset dinners outdoors, the property offers a true private resort experience.

Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen
The expansive chef’s kitchen is thoughtfully designed for entertaining and family gatherings, featuring premium appliances including a large JennAir refrigerator, a JennAir freezer, a gas range stove top, generous counter space and a large island for meal preparation. It flows seamlessly into the main living areas and opens directly to the outdoor lanai, making indoor-outdoor entertaining effortless.

Spacious Living Areas
Beautiful hardwood finishes and soaring vaulted ceilings create a warm yet elegant atmosphere throughout the main residence. The home offers an expansive great room, a separate media room, and multiple areas to gather or relax, all connected by oversized pocket glass doors that completely open to the outdoor living spaces, allowing tropical breezes to flow throughout the home.

Bedroom Accommodations
All five bedrooms feature central air conditioning, spacious walk-in closets, private lanais, and luxurious en-suite bathrooms, providing every guest with comfort, privacy, and personal space.

* Primary Suite (Main House): King bed overlooking the bluff with a spa-inspired bathroom featuring a soaking tub, walk-in shower, private outdoor shower, walk-in closet, private lanai, and central air conditioning.
* Guest Suite 2 (Main House): King bed with en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, private lanai, and central air conditioning.
* Guest Suite 3 (Main House): King bed with en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, private lanai, and central air conditioning.
* Guest Suite 4 (Main House): King bed with en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, private lanai, and central air conditioning.
* Detached Ohana Suite: Located across the courtyard lawn from the main residence, the detached ohana offers outstanding privacy along with ocean views from its private lanai. This spacious king suite includes a large en-suite bathroom with an oversized walk-in shower and extended vanity, plus a walk-in closet and central air conditioning, making it an ideal retreat for guests seeking additional privacy while remaining just steps from the main home.

Limited access to the Kauna'oa Club Facilities, including private 9 hole golf course, is available to renters from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm daily. Access will only be granted to guest who have returned a signed copy of the Kauna'oa Club Facilities Rules and Regulations form and the Community Rules and Regulations form. These forms will be sent to you at time of booking. Please note, golf cart rentals are not allowed at Kauna'oa.

Guests of Hale Malu may purchase daily resort access to enjoy all facilities and amenities at both the Mauna Kea and Westin Hapuna Resorts. Access must be purchased for the entire duration of your stay and covers all registered guests in the unit. Please note: This privilege is offered directly by Mauna Kea Resort, and South Kohala Management is not responsible for any changes to resort services or amenities. Rates are asl follows:
2026: $300 per day (Base Rate) | $450 per day (Peak Rate). Peak rates apply from March 21-April 11, November 21-27, and December 19-January 2, 2027.
2027: $345 per day (Base Rate) | $495 per day (Peak Rate). Peak rates apply from March 21-April 11, November 21-27, and December 19-January 2, 2028.