South Kona Homes with Sunrise View

South Kona Homes with Sunrise View

Welcome to South Kona, a hidden gem on the Big Island of Hawaii, where the lush landscapes meet the serene shores of the Pacific Ocean. Nestled in Hawaii County, South Kona is renowned for its breathtaking views, vibrant culture, and warm, inviting community. This region boasts a unique blend of rugged coastline, fertile coffee farms, and lush tropical forests, making it a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

One of the standout features of South Kona is its stunning sunrise views. Imagine waking up to the gentle glow of dawn illuminating the sky, painting it in hues of orange and pink, all while sipping your morning coffee on the lanai of your dream home. Homes in this region are often thoughtfully positioned to take full advantage of these spectacular sunrises, providing a daily reminder of the beauty that surrounds you.

The real estate market in South Kona offers a diverse selection of properties, from charming oceanfront cottages to luxurious estates nestled in the hills. Many homes feature expansive windows and spacious decks designed to maximize those breathtaking views. With a strong sense of community, friendly neighbors, and a laid-back lifestyle, South Kona is more than just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle choice.

Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventurous lifestyle, South Kona offers the perfect backdrop for your dream home. Embrace the beauty of Hawaii and make South Kona your forever home, where every sunrise is a promise of new beginnings.

Newest South Kona Homes with Sunrise View

$795,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 731764 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
Escape to 'Hale Romantik', a fully permitted oceanfront retreat located approx. 40 feet from the Pacific Ocean along the South Kona Coast. This turnkey furnished, two-bedroom, two-bath home maximizes its spectacular setting, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty, sounds, and constant excitement of the blue Pacific. Do not disturb vacation guests. Open-beam vaulted ceilings elevate the home's sense of space and natural air circulation. Tile flows throughout the bright, open-concept layout, where the kitchen and living areas blend seamlessly. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with premium granite countertops, a single-basin sink, and dark wood cabinets. Indoor and outdoor living merge through two sliding glass doors that open to an expansive, tile-floored lanai. This inviting outdoor space features glass panel railings and vaulted ceilings, creating the ultimate backdrop for sunset entertaining or quiet coastal viewing. The home boasts two en-suite bedrooms. Each with an ocean view and a bathroom complete with a double granite vanity and a custom glass block shower. The home has 12 fully owned solar panels, keeping the approx. average monthly electricity bill at a low $30. Beneath the home are two self-leveling water catchment tanks, an online water level gauge, and an ultraviolet water filtration system. For added convenience, a separate utility and laundry room houses a full-size washer and dryer, a hot water heater, a utility sink, and storage. Complete with dual entryways via a staircase and an accessible ramp leading directly to the lanai, this breathtaking property is the perfect fusion of thoughtful design, sustainability, and unparalleled oceanfront living. Listing Agent is Seller and both Sellers have active Hawaii Real Estate Licenses.

88-115 Kai Ave, CAPTAIN COOK

Listing courtesy of LUVA LLC.

$1,499,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 731085 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
Fee Simple home with Mauka and Makai views on coveted Painted Church Road. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully remodeled by the original owners for the past 35 years, this property is ready for its next chapter. A unique and highly functional layout defines the top floor, where both bedrooms enjoy generous space and privacy while each maintains its own distinct views — a rare feature that makes everyday living feel both connected and private. The kitchen and bathrooms have been recently remodeled, offering updated finishes while preserving the home's warm, lived-in character. The lower level offers flexible use with its own private entry, separate from the main living area above. This layout lends itself well to extended living, visiting guests, a home office or studio, or potential rental income — the possibilities are up to the next owner's vision. Arrival is made easy by a well-designed circular driveway, providing smooth access to the enclosed garage and ample additional parking. Outside, the grounds tell their own story with years of care. The Mauka side of the property has been recently cleared and graded, ready for a new owner to plant according to their own vision — whether that's an expanded garden, additional fruit trees, or simply open green space. The remainder of the property features an established and thriving assortment of tropical fruit trees, ornamentals, and citrus, the product of decades of cultivation in this favorable Kona-side microclimate. Located on one of the area's most desirable roads, this property offers the rare combination of privacy, established landscaping, and dual mountain-to-ocean views in a setting that's increasingly hard to find. Property Website https://blukai-creative.aryeo.com/sites/rkpgkgbl/unbranded Square footage, room count, and permit status are not warranted and should be independently verified by buyer and/or buyer's agent. Please make an appointment for all showings

83-5328 Painted Church Rd, CAPTAIN COOK

Listing courtesy of Livingston Realty.

$2,500,000
20 Beds ⋅ 15 Baths ⋅ 731200 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
This magnificent 5.3-acre upcountry South Kona estate is a high-capacity agricultural compound featuring nearly 12,000 sq ft of total living space across 4 permitted buildings. PRICED AGGRESSIVELY AT $2,500,000—SIGNIFICANTLY BELOW THE 2025 COUNTY TAX ASSESSMENT OF OVER $2.7M—this offers an unparalleled wholesale opportunity for a buyer ready to utilize its massive physical footprint. Sold strictly As-Is. Located at the crossroads of South Kona for easy access to Kealakekua Bay, beaches, National Park, and Kailua-Kona town, with all local amenities close by. DWELLING #1 (Primary Residence): Custom 3-story home with open-beam knotty pine ceilings. 3BR/4BA layout features a spacious master suite with jetted sunken tub. Main floor boasts a wrap-around lanai, walk-in pantry, and a grand kitchen/living area with granite counters, cherry cabinets, working fireplace, and stunning sunset ocean views. Bottom floor includes a 3-car garage, sewing room, laundry, full bath, office, and large recreation/theater room. DWELLING #2 (The Great House): Massive 8,000+ sq ft structure featuring six separate 768 sq ft bedroom/living areas, each equipped with its own private full bathroom. Includes a very large kitchen, 3 other separate common living spaces, separate laundry room, and a storage room. Equipped with an attached 50-panel solar system. Sold fully furnished. DWELLING #3 (The Compound): Multi-BR/BA detached structure over 1,700 sq ft. Needs TLC/renovation; a perfect blank canvas for an additional dwelling or caretaker's quarters. LAND & UTILITIES: Zoned A-5A (Agricultural) in a cool, green upcountry climate on 5.34 acres with tropical fruit trees. Includes 3+ acres of prime, level land ready for coffee, cacao, or pasture. Serviced by municipal water, overhead power, and cable internet. Direct buyers only; see private remarks to schedule showings. All comments, data is provided by seller or seller's representatives.

81-2026 Haku Nui Rd, CAPTAIN COOK

Listing courtesy of Nathalie Mullinix Realty Universal, Inc..

$798,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 730484 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
A resort style oasis with breathtaking ocean views and stunning sunsets! This peaceful and serene 1-acre property features a beautifully designed custom 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, with garage and laundry area. The home offers single-level living, soaring 12-foot vaulted ceilings, elegant gold ceiling fans, and stained concrete floors throughout. The open-concept living area is light and airy, with glass sliding doors leading to the spacious lanai with ocean views. The gourmet kitchen showcases granite countertops, custom solid soft-close cabinets, and stainless steel appliances—including a smart Wi-Fi refrigerator with craft ice, cubes, crushed ice, and extra filtration system. The oven features built-in air fry functions, adding a touch of modern convenience. The primary suite offers ocean views through glass sliding doors, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious marble en suite bathroom featuring marble floors, countertops, walk-in shower with gold fixtures, and a bidet. The guest suite on the opposite side of the home also enjoys ocean views and a marble-finished bathroom. Step outside to the expansive lanai with uninterrupted 360° ocean views, perfect for entertaining with a full outdoor kitchen—including a sink, stovetop, and BBQ area. Relax in the Hot Spring 2-seater saltwater spa with precision jets as you take in the panoramic views. An outdoor walk in shower that is a ADA friendly. Follow the concrete path to the ocean-view gazebo, where gentle breezes and peaceful surroundings invite pure relaxation. A large shed that can be used as a separate living space or pump shed. The landscaped has fruit trees and flowering plants, including coffee, papaya, banana, key lime, soursop, mulberry, star gooseberry, loquat, rambutan, jaboticaba, coconut, taro, avocado, and mango. Owner will include a one man outrigger canoe. Check out video https://show.tours/v/Xcdf4RD

88-1531 Awapuhi Ave, CAPTAIN COOK

Listing courtesy of Hokulani Realty LLC.

$1,299,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 729864 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
Set in the heart of Captain Cook’s renowned coffee belt, this versatile Kona property spans over an acre with sweeping ocean views and flexible living options. Whether for multi-generational living, rental income, or both, the layout and setting offer a unique opportunity in one of South Kona’s most desirable areas. The upper residence captures easy island living, featuring a wraparound lanai oriented toward the coastline and steady mauka-to-makai breezes. Inside, the living area flows into an open kitchen with butcher block countertops and a functional layout designed for everyday comfort. Three bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths are privately set down the hall, while dual front and rear entries add flexibility. The lower level includes a separate two-bedroom, one-bath unit with full kitchen and living area, plus an additional one-bedroom, one-bath space with a wet bar—each with its own access for added privacy. Extensive upgrades have been completed throughout the home. The ohana includes new windows, refreshed paint, updated electrical outlets, a rebuilt outdoor shower, new refrigerator, and plumbing improvements. The downstairs unit and gym feature new flooring, paint, and updated appliances, while the upstairs offers new interior doors, a kitchen window addition, refreshed bathrooms, and updated finishes. The land is anchored by producing coffee and a diverse collection of fruit and nut trees, including avocado, jaboticaba, banana, mountain apple, lemon, orange, mango, guava, persimmon, macadamia nut, pomelo, coconut, and lilikoi, along with a fragrant puakenikeni tree. With an owned photovoltaic system, solar hot water, county water service, gently sloping usable acreage, and multiple outbuildings—including space previously used for coffee processing—the property blends functionality, sustainability, and the quiet lifestyle South Kona is known for, just minutes from local farms, coffee shops, and the coastline.

83-5434-C Middle Keei Rd, CAPTAIN COOK

Listing courtesy of Aloha Sotheby's Intl Realty - Hawai'i.

$5,000,000
727323 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure ⋅ Hokulia Phase 2 BLDG.
Hokulia Phase 2, Lot 63 is an exceptional 1.64-acre second-row homesite, fully graded and ready for construction, with all utilities stubbed at the property frontage. Set against the open Pacific, this rare offering invites the creation of a legacy estate, with space to breathe, privacy to retreat, and unparalleled ocean views. Hokulia is a luxury residential community spanning 1,260 uncrowded acres along Hawaii Island's famed Kona Coast. With three miles of elevated, west-facing shoreline, the property is set away from the island's densely populated resort bubbles. Hokulia offers members access to an award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course and best-in-class amenities including an exquisitely designed clubhouse, Pavilion restaurant, ocean adventures, sports-courts, & aquatic activities. One of the most coveted amenities is the spectacularly designed Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, which was masterfully planned to maximize the dramatic ocean views at nearly every tee box and green. Sheltered from the strong winds that affect golfers in many other areas of Hawaii, the course enjoys gentle ocean breezes & warm temperatures year-round. Consistently ranked among the best private golf courses in Hawaii, the impeccably designed fairways follow the gentle slopes and naturally undulating topography of Hokulia. The Developer is offering a rare opportunity with the purchase of a Hokulia Phase 2 Lot — a Hokulia Equity Golf Membership will be included in the purchase price, upon closing. Additionally, as part of a limited time and amount offering, the sale will also include a Charter Membership, providing the property owner with two memberships. A Charter Membership allows the member to maintain a membership after the transfer or sale of their Equity Golf Membership for the duration of their life or can be relinquished at any time before then. Dues for the Charter Membership are not payable until the Charter membership is activated.

Hawaii Loa Drive, KEALAKEKUA

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

$119,000
727056 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
Great opportunity to purchase a very nice graded one acre parcel. Located above Milolii Road with drive way and two dozed house pads already in place. Currently covered with heavy grass so lookers need to wade thru some overgrowth to get up on dozed areas to appreciate big ocean and coastline views. Pads overlook Milolii Beach Lots Subdivision and slightly further south Milolii Village. Power is on road and water is via catchment. This is the most affordable shore side property in South Kona.Great opportunity

Milolii Rd, CAPTAIN COOK

Listing courtesy of H. Mc Kee Realty, Inc..

$5,850,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 726748 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
Ultra modern, newly constructed luxury home on an extremely private, fully fenced 7-acre property in Captain Cook that lives like a resort, designed for off-grid comfort and smart home living. - 3,008 sq ft smart home with app-controlled Lutron lighting, Sonos audio, pool, spa, security, and irrigation - Lutron system with dimmable zones, cove lighting, hidden roller shades (primary, living, office), and electrified privacy glass in both guest baths - Sonos speakers in the living room, kitchen, primary suite, outdoor living room, and pool area; all rooms prewired for CAT5, data, and cable - Luxury primary bath with Dornbracht body shower, 5 ft designer soaking tub by T&L, Duravit Sensowash bidet, and outdoor ceiling-mounted rain shower - Kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigerator with water and two freezer drawers with ice maker, Fisher & Paykel double dish drawers, Gaggenau induction cooktop, plumbed coffee maker, microwave, and oven, plus a full-size Monogram freezer in the laundry - Central AC and Big Ass Fans ceiling fans in all rooms; Arctic Heat Pump system for spa or cold plunge - Fully off-grid solar power, Starlink internet, Ubiquiti mesh WiFi, app-controlled Lutron lighting, Sonos, pool and spa, security cameras, and a full IT monitoring system - 7-acre hog-fenced property with private gated access road and custom Fitment Fabrication entry gate, large storage and wash area in bunker, separate water heaters for primary and guest wings, and a second pool pump for added flexibility - Graded pads for pre-permitted sauna/steam/cold plunge deck and separate graded pad with gated access for future ohana - Orchard areas with papaya, banana, and citrus, a small walking road below the property leading toward Manini, and no immediate neighbor below; furnished with Restoration Hardware pieces and handcrafted Balinese stools; Lutron keypad engraving prepaid for the next owner.

82-5879 Old Government Main Rd, CAPTAIN COOK

Listing courtesy of Hawaii 5 0 Realty.

$1,700,000
726911 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure ⋅ Hokulia BLDG.
Hokulia Phase 1, Developer Lot 224 is a premium 1.17-acre parcel boasting 238 feet of green fairway frontage along Hole #13. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this exceptional homesite offers panoramic ocean views and sits at a cool elevation of approximately 333 feet, enjoying refreshing cross breezes year-round. The sale includes a Club at Hokulia membership. An archaeological survey report and grubbing have been completed. Hokulia is a luxury residential community spanning 1,260 uncrowded acres along Hawaii Island's famed Kona Coast. With three miles of elevated, west-facing shoreline, the property is set away from the island's densely populated resort bubbles. Hokulia offers members access to an Jack Nicklaus Signature 18 hole golf course and amenities including an exquisitely designed clubhouse, Pavilion restaurant, ocean adventures, sports-courts, and aquatic activities. One of the most coveted amenities is the spectacularly designed Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, which was masterfully planned to maximize the dramatic ocean views at nearly every tee box and green. Sheltered from the strong winds that affect golfers in many other areas of Hawaii, the course enjoys gentle ocean breezes and warm temperatures year-round. Consistently ranked among the best private golf courses in Hawaii, the impeccably designed fairways follow the gentle slopes and naturally undulating topography of Hokulia's oceanfront locale.

81-6567 Paiai Pl, KEALAKEKUA

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

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