5 Island Retreats and Ocean-View Homes Across Hawaii

On a residential street in Honolulu’s Makiki neighborhood, this one-bedroom condo at Oahuan balances a central address with a quietly restorative feel. Lush landscaping frames the community’s Old Hawaiiana architecture, setting a relaxed tone from the moment you arrive. Inside, new flooring and fresh paint create a clean, refreshed backdrop for everyday living—an easy foundation whether you’re settling in or adding to an investment portfolio. Days can begin with a swim in the community pool, with on-site laundry adding welcome practicality. The location keeps Honolulu at your fingertips, with nearby universities, schools, shopping, dining, and parks, plus easy access to Waikiki, Ala Moana, and downtown. It’s a calm home base designed for simple routines and effortless city-to-island transitions.

Steps from the shoreline at Pokai Bay, this recently renovated unit is designed to make the most of Oahu’s west side. Ocean and sunset views become part of the daily rhythm, enjoyed from the comfort of home and framed by a layout that prioritizes efficient, comfortable living. Outside, coastal recreation is close at hand—swimming, stand-up paddle boarding, snorkeling, surfing, and more—inviting mornings on the water and evenings watching the light shift over the horizon. The flexible setting suits a primary residence, second home, or investment opportunity, with shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences nearby. It’s an easygoing place to settle in, where the sea and sky set the pace from one day to the next.

Along the water’s edge in Nanawale Estates, this comfortable permitted one-bedroom, one-bath home is designed around a spacious open floor plan and thoughtful, durable finishes. Stained black, scored concrete flooring runs underfoot, complemented by porcelain tile counters and a gas range, while an on-demand water heater supports easy day-to-day living. French doors bring in light and create a natural flow outdoors, and a loft above the bathroom adds flexible extra space. The roll-in shower is ADA accessible, reflecting a layout that prioritizes comfort and usability. With both side lots vacant and no Albezia trees on the property or adjacent lots, the setting feels open; a neighboring parcel features Ohia trees. Community life includes a longhouse, workshops, monthly potlucks, a playground, and an in-ground salt-water pool.

On the western perimeter of Leialii Loop in Kailua Kona, this meticulously maintained, two-year-new home pairs thoughtful customizations with mature landscaping for an easy move-in experience. Downstairs, a large open living area brings together a kitchen with loads of cabinets, living room, dining room, den, guest bathroom, indoor laundry, and abundant storage—designed for smooth daily flow from the garage or front door. Upstairs, the primary suite is joined by two guest rooms and a shared bathroom. Split air conditioners in all the main rooms keep comfort tuned room by room with energy efficiency in mind. Two customized patios just beyond the sliding glass doors invite seamless indoor-outdoor living. Views stretch west to a serene, mature banyan tree and east to Hualalai mountain, anchoring each day in a vivid sense of place.

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Along the Kona Coast in Kona Wonder View, just above KOA Airport, this well-maintained single-level home pairs a central West Hawaiʻi location with daily ocean views and sunset skies. A wraparound, ocean-facing lanai sets the tone—easy mornings, cooling trade winds, and evenings that linger over the horizon. Inside, the living area flows into the kitchen across a breakfast bar, with both spaces oriented to the view. A generous utility room behind the kitchen adds abundant cabinetry for pantry and storage. The primary suite is privately separated from the guest bedrooms and finished with dual sinks, granite countertops, luxury vinyl plank flooring, a glass-enclosed shower, and warm ʻōhiʻa wood accents echoed in the guest bath. Outdoor living continues on the rear deck, framed by mature citrus, coffee, and dragonfruit plantings, plus small animal enclosures and a large carport with washer/dryer storage and propane hot water for efficiency.

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