MARCH 2021
Honu Pani:
A Luxury Oceanfront Estate
on the Big Island of Hawaii
keller williams realty maui
Honu Pani sits on over an acre of exquisitely manicured oceanfront land within the gated neighborhood of Pauoa Beach, inside the Mauna Lani Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii. Hawaii lovers will be seduced by the home’s unique blending of natural themes, including water features, koi ponds, lush vegetation, garden showers, fruit trees, and lava rock walls.
Boasting nearly 7,000 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, the estate is perfectly situated to offer front-row seats to the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
Inspired by the Hawaiian sea turtles that can be found swimming just offshore in front of the home, the name Honu Pani is a thoughtful combination of Hawaiian and Hindi and translates to Turtle Water. The blend of South Asian and Hawaiian cultural themes is evident throughout the home, from the incredible teak woodwork to the decorative elements that give Honu Pani its unique charm.
One enters the property through an ornate Indian door that opens to the magical garden at the heart of the home. You are welcomed by the sounds of a waterfall cascading over lava rock and a network of stone walkways meandering over koi ponds. Tiki torches add an evocative Hawaiian cultural element and set the perfect mood in the evenings.
Unlike many new occupants, who might have gutted the interior for a more contemporary and practical rebuild, Mark and Lu Ann set about making the home first livable and then exceptional. Although half a dozen five-gallon buckets stood in the living room to collect water from the leaky roof, Mark and Lu Ann were determined to preserve the coffered ceiling. They also kept the crystal doorknobs and many other historical details. Of course, modern conveniences, from three-phase wiring to a new pool house, were added as well. Today, this five-bedroom Spanish Colonial Revival, which sits on almost an acre of land, presents an extraordinary opportunity to own a historically significant house on Vacaville’s most picturesque residential street.
“Clem Hartley really created a bold home at the time,” says Mark. “He chose to create this Spanish Revivalist manor when Victorian architecture still ruled the landscape. There were also many innovations for 1922, like the garage that had a below-ground pit for working on an automobile. That garage also featured a butler’s apartment, so the family was clearly well off.”
Over the years, Mark and Lu Ann’s plans for the home have incorporated all the amenities of a prominent Bay Area home, starting with an in-ground pool. They discovered before offering to buy the home that a side lot that was full of debris was also part of the sale, increasing the plot to just shy of an acre. This allowed Mark, who’d earned his contracting license at the start of the project, to add the expansive pool house and build a four-car garage with a studio apartment above. This studio space has undergone several evolutions, from office to teen rec room for their boys. The pool house can also be used for offices or an in-law suite.
“Helen Hartley, the daughter, hosted many Halloween and Fiesta Days parties here after the parade when it travelled down Buck Avenue. We’ve continued her tradition of hosting parties here practically every weekend in the summer when our boys were younger,” says Lu Ann. “We have a good view of the fireworks, so we always threw a July Fourth event; we’d have friends over to light the Christmas tree as well as annual birthday parties. Halloween is a favorite, because the kids are always so curious and honest, asking to come inside and asking us why we get to live here. It’s just an outstanding home for entertaining.”
While their social calendar will be up to the new owners, Mark adds that there is a certain level of responsibility that comes with owning the Hartley House. “People are going to stop by, ask about the home’s history and take an interest in its upkeep. When we were restoring it, several folks came weekly to check on the updates. And the evolution has never quite ended—removing the trampoline to put in the pool, moving the fountain from the back to the front to make room for the garage.”
As one would expect, the new owners will enjoy a formal dining and living room, updated kitchen and all the amenities of a luxury lifestyle. Over time, Mark has added an outdoor pizza oven; renovated a bedroom into a craft space for Lu Ann, who is an avid seamstress; and built out the gardens to further embellish the street appeal. This blend of old and new makes the Hartley House an incredible opportunity for its next caretakers. Through all of the changes, however, the ginkgo tree that Helen Hartley, Clement’s daughter, conveyed from Japan more than 70 years ago remains front and center, a testament to time for the home’s occupants and passersby alike.
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• Oceanfront in the Pauoa Beach Club Community, Inside the Mauna Lani Resort
• 1.29-Acre Lot
• 6,992 Sq. Ft. Interior Living Space; 1,332 Sq. Ft. Lanai
• 5 Bedrooms with ensuite Bathrooms & Outdoor Showers; 4.5 Half-Baths
• Gated Access to the Beach Path
• Exotic Teak Finishes & Custom Mahogany Pocket Doors
• Koi Ponds and Water Gardens
• Infinity-Edge Pool and Jetted Spa with Fire Feature
• Covered Lanai & Built-in Barbecue
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Elegant Hawaiian-Style Indoor-Outdoor Living
Honu Pani is designed to allow for seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Beyond the entry garden, a wall of sliding glass doors retracts to allow access to the home’s main living area, where a spacious living room boasts high ceilings, a large sectional sofa, and a dining area. On the ocean-side of the home, another wall of glass doors can be retracted to connect the interior space with the covered lanai and infinity-edge pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean. With both walls retracted, the home has a delightful flow of energy from the front gate all the way to the ocean.
Heated Infinity Edge Pool Overlooking Yard & Ocean
The infinity-edge pool is a decadent midnight blue, and heating ensures the water is always the perfect temperature. A jetted spa tub and fire feature sit adjacent to the pool.
The backyard is private and contains an ancient Hawaiian petroglyph or kii pohaku. The only sounds are those of tropical birds and the soft rumble of waves lapping the lava rocks on the shoreline.
In the evening, the backyard pool area and the entry garden come alive with tiki torches and firepots, creating an elegant Hawaiian vibe.
Fully Equipped Kitchen with Granite Counters & Lanai Access
The fully equipped spacious kitchen comes with ample counter space, oven, gas stove, and two dishwashers, and is connected to the pool lanai and barbecue area via sliding glass doors.
Backyard and Gate to Ocean Path
The owners of Honu Pani have gated access to a beach path that leads to the spectacular beach of the Fairmont Orchid hotel, which is perfect for swimming and snorkeling.
Five Bedrooms with EnSuite Bathrooms Boasting Indoor and Outdoor Showers
The home’s five bedrooms are separated from each other to allow for privacy and quiet relaxation.
The master bedroom boasts an outdoor sitting area overlooking the backyard and the ocean. Glass doors that look out to the yard allow residents to wake up to stunning ocean views. The master also features a massive walk-in closet and a spacious bathroom with a jetted tub and indoor walk-in shower. In addition, a garden area has an outdoor shower and mediation/yoga platform under a thatched roof - the ideal space to start a day in paradise. There is also a spare room off the master bedroom that can be used as a nursery, study, den, or extra bedroom.
The additional four guest rooms are located on the two wings that flank the entry garden and koi ponds at the center of the villa. Three guest rooms are positioned on one side of the garden, and the fourth is located opposite.
All bedrooms come with en-suite bathrooms, walk-in closets, outdoor showers, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and flat-screen televisions.
Theater Room with Seating for Eight
Honu Pani comes with a fabulous theater room that is perfect for screening evening movies. Families and friends can sink into the comfy seats and watch their favorite TV shows or new releases.
Access to the Members Only Pauoa Beach Club
The owners of Honu Pani have access to the nearby members-only Pauoa Beach Club. The club features resort-class exercise and relaxation facilities, a large adult pool with lounge chairs and shade, and a shallow kiddie pool for the little ones. There is a full gym and men’s and women’s locker, shower, and massage areas.
The beach club is adjacent to the gorgeous Fairmont Orchid Resort beach, on which owners enjoy complimentary chaise lounge access.
Exclusive Amenities
• Access to the Pauoa Beach Club: Gym, Pool, Massage
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• Use & Charging Privileges & Fairmont Orchid Hotel
Located Inside the Pauoa Beach Club Mauna Lani Resort, Big Island
DAN POLIMINO
RB 22894 REALTOR®BROKER
Keller Williams Realty Maui - RB 21851 - Big Island Division
Principal Office: 285 W Kaahumanu Ave, Ste #201 Kahului, HI 96732 ph. 808-270-1046
Branch Office: 73-5619 Kauhola St. Ste 208, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 ph. 808-930-5900
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Offered at $17,900,000
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RS 55098 REALTOR®SALESPERSON
THE HAWAII TEAM
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