15-2790 PAPAI ST # Pahoa HI 96778

Listen to the waves crash and breathe in the salty air. Just three blocks from the rugged coastline, this custom-built 2-story home lets you fall asleep to the rhythm of the Pacific. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful sanctuary or a place to host your backyard BBQ, this home is pure aloha! Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings in the living, dining, and kitchen areas create a bright, breezy, and spacious atmosphere. The main level features two bedrooms with garden views and a full-sized guest bath. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite occupies the entire second level, offering a peaceful retreat with an additional private balcony where you can enjoy ocean breezes and sweeping treetop views. The suite also includes a dedicated office nook, ideal for remote work or creative space. Wander through the enclosed back lanai, with bar sink, into a yard bursting with orchids, plumeria, and hibiscus. This tropical oasis provides both beauty and abundance in a tranquil setting with avocados, lilikoi, pineapples and Blue Java bananas. You will find a finished attached garage with a laundry area, providing ample storage. Looking for a turnkey home, the high-end, Aspen and Pine log furnishings are negotiable. This home has a fully owned 12-panel PV (solar) system. Recent updates include a new roof and skylight (Nov 2023), fresh paint, and updated landscaping. Located in the sun-drenched tropical Hawaiian Shores Recreational Estates, you’re part of an oceanfront community that feels like a neighborhood should. • Walk to the Waves: A 5-minute stroll lands you at Waiakahi’ula Beach Park and the coastline. • The Perks: For $475/year, you get access to community amenities including a solar-heated pool, tennis courts, BBQ areas, and parks, plus a private water system, paved streets, and mail delivery straight to your door. • Location: You’re 10 minutes from Pahoa town and only 20 miles from the heart of Hilo. This slice of paradise is waiting for you.