54-3857 Akoni Pule Highway
$649,000
About this property
Historic Plantation Home in Kapaʻau | Updated 3-Bedroom with High-Speed Fiber Access & Exceptional Privacy Known throughout Historic Kapaʻau as the iconic Telephone House, this beautifully preserved 1938 plantation home blends timeless Hawaiʻi charm with thoughtful modern updates in one of North Kohala's most desirable locations. One of the home's standout features is its proximity to the area's fiber optic hub, providing exceptional high-speed internet that is ideal for remote work and today's connected lifestyle. Rich in plantation-era character, the home features original wood windows, built-in storage, and a classic porcelain kitchen sink, complemented by modern updates including new vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, new lighting and ceiling fans, all-new electrical wiring, and a new 200-amp electrical panel. The versatile floor plan features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus a spacious daylight basement complete with a kitchenette, full bathroom, shower, and laundry area that is ideal for extended family, guests, a home office, hobby space, or additional living quarters. Step outside to a beautifully private backyard bordered by large agricultural land on the north and west, creating an exceptional sense of privacy rarely found in town. A detached oversized two-plus-car garage provides generous storage and workspace. Enjoy the convenience of being just a short walk from Historic Kapaʻau's charming shops, restaurants, cafés, art galleries, pharmacy, Kohala Hospital, Kohala Civic Center, and essential services. Kamehameha Park is practically your backyard, offering a community pool, 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, pickleball, ball fields, gyms, and the Roots Skate Park. Hiking trails, scenic coastline, and North Kohala's beautiful beaches are all nearby. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Hawaiʻi history with modern updates, exceptional privacy, and an unbeatable location in the heart of North Kohala.
Property details
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1938
- Lot size
- 11,732 sf lot
- Land tenure
- Fee Simple
- District
- North Kohala
- Subdivision
- KAPAAU VILLAGE
- Parking
- Other
- Pool
- No
- Annual taxes
- $1,590
- Zoning
- A-20A
- MLS #
- 731767
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