On the slopes above Kealakekua Bay, 81-853 Makahiki Lane redefines what it means to live well. Here, luxury isn’t defined by excess, it’s defined by autonomy.
This five-acre Captain Cook estate invites you to live deliberately: harvesting fruit from your own orchard, charging your car from the Kona sun, and watching the horizon stretch endlessly from your lanai.
It’s a home that honors the idea that true abundance comes not from accumulation, but from connection to the land, the light, and the life it sustains.
An Ecosystem of Beauty and Balance
This estate is as productive as it is peaceful. The irrigated grounds are alive with fruiting trees, mango, avocado, lychee, lilikoi, citrus, banana, and coconut, each season offering something new. Rows of coffee trees pay homage to Kona’s agricultural heritage, their blossoms perfuming the air in spring.
Surrounding this abundance, the residence is perfectly positioned to capture the expanse of the Pacific. Every room, from the main-level bedrooms to the upstairs office, is oriented to the ocean. Outdoors, a saltwater pool and covered lanai frame the setting sun as it melts into the horizon.
This is not simply homeownership, it’s stewardship.
Designed for Flow and Function
Built for comfort and ease, the layout prioritizes connection and calm.
All bedrooms are situated on the main level for effortless flow, while the upstairs office offers light, seclusion, and inspiration. A separate workshop building extends the property’s creative possibilities, whether for art, agriculture, or quiet retreat.
With 29 owned photovoltaic panels, a 10 kW battery backup system, county water service, and a Level 2 EV charger, the estate operates with remarkable self-sufficiency. The systems are discreet but powerful, proof that sustainability and sophistication can coexist seamlessly.
A Rhythm All Its Own
Days here unfold in gentle cadence. Mornings bring the scent of coffee roasting and the sound of mynahs over the orchard. Afternoons are marked by the soft pulse of ocean light and the laughter of friends around the pool. Evenings are quiet rituals, sunset, stars, and the low hum of the island settling into night.
From the property, you can glimpse Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau, a sacred place of refuge, and access the Ka‘awaloa Trail, leading to the Captain Cook Monument, one of Hawai‘i’s most iconic snorkeling destinations.
It’s a life shaped by the essentials: land, light, and intention.
A Vision for Tomorrow, Rooted in the Past
In a world that moves faster every day, 81-853 Makahiki Lane offers the rarest luxury of all, the ability to slow down. To live sustainably is to live beautifully: harvesting from your own trees, watching the weather roll in from the ocean, and knowing that your home gives as much as it takes.
This estate isn’t a retreat from the world; it’s a new way of belonging to it.
FAQs About Self-Sufficient Living in South Kona
What makes this estate self-sufficient?
It features 29 solar panels with a 10 kW battery system, county water service, and an EV charger, minimizing reliance on external utilities.
What grows on the property?
A thriving orchard with mango, avocado, lychee, citrus, lilikoi, banana, coconut, and producing Kona coffee trees.
Is the property private?
Yes. The home is positioned at the end of Makahiki Lane, surrounded by five acres of irrigated landscape, ensuring privacy and tranquility.
How close is it to the ocean?
Just above Kealakekua Bay, with direct private access to the Ka‘awaloa Trail and panoramic coastal views from nearly every room.
Who is this home for?
For those who value space, sustainability, and serenity, a life both grounded and elevated.
Looking for a home that lives in harmony with the land?
Contact Marco A. Silva to explore 81-853 Makahiki Lane, a South Kona estate where freedom, sustainability, and timeless luxury flourish together.