149 HALAI ST # Hilo HI 96720

* Grand * Four Story Residence * Commanding Views of Hilo Bay * Price newly Adjusted This is no ordinary Hilo home, this is a very unique and special offering. Perched on Iconic Halai Hill - within walking distance to Hilo Bayfront with it's charming restaurants and shops; Yet a world apart. See the video here: https://player.vimeo.com/video/1112395231?badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479 Step into this renovated retreat and you will know you have found yourself home. Marvelous ocean views greet you, the deck beckons, the kitchen welcomes and space abounds... Granite counters, slate floors, and new appliances combine to create a warm, functional kitchen. Upstairs you'll find the sumptuous, gracious penthouse suite, with two walk in closets, and a gracious bathroom, complete with a jacuzzi tub and walk in shower with dual sinks and dual showerheads. Vaulted open pine ceilings with big, solid timber await. Watch the shooting stars and the sunrise from your spectacular private deck. Downstairs are two complementary bedrooms, both oversized with high ceilings, windows looking to the ocean, both are corner rooms with awesome airflow. They are separated by a full bathroom. The Ground floor, foundation is tied to the hillside for structural fortitude, while being open to the yard with it's fruit and flower trees - Lychee, ulu, and lemons. Ohia posts add character to the freshly painted interior. High Ceilings throughout and large windows allow the tradewinds to sweep in and keep the home cool. Located within minutes to the University of Hawaii at Hilo and the Hilo Benioff Medical Center; convenient with paved roads, mail delivery, high speed internet, and county wastewater. Come and see how good living can be in Hilo Hawaii!