Build Your Dream at Nohea: A Rare Permitted Homesite in Mauna Lani Resort
There are few opportunities on the Big Island that offer the luxury of time—and space. At 68-1304 Akea Place, within the coveted gated community of Nohea at Mauna Lani, you’ll find a rare gem: a shovel-ready homesite with fully approved house plans, allowing you to bypass the often lengthy and expensive design and permitting process.
Perfectly positioned near the lush fairways of the Mauna Lani North Golf Course, this 14,000+ sq ft lot comes with a full set of thoughtfully designed, HOA- and county-approved plans. Whether you’re a developer ready to build your next spec home or a private buyer looking to team up with a builder to bring your personal vision to life, this property offers the ultimate head start.
What’s Included: A Vision Already in Motion
Offered with this premium homesite are complete architectural plans for a beautifully modern Hawaiian estate:
- 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms
- A flex room/home theater
- 4,606 sq ft of interior living (5,746 sq ft under roof)
- Expansive lanais for seamless indoor-outdoor living
- A three-car garage
- Private swimming pool and spa
This is more than a lot—it’s a rare opportunity to create a new-construction luxury home in one of the most established and desirable resort communities on the Kohala Coast.
Mauna Lani Resort: Luxury Living on the Kohala Coast
Set along the sun-drenched shoreline of the Big Island’s west coast, Mauna Lani Resort is a place where nature, culture, and comfort converge in harmony. Residents enjoy a highly curated lifestyle, combining world-class amenities with deep-rooted Hawaiian heritage.
Private Mauna Lani Beach Club
Ownership includes exclusive access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club, a secluded white sand beach with a reef-protected bay ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding. Cabanas, on-site showers, and lifeguards ensure safety and convenience, while the beachfront Napua Restaurant offers signature cocktails and fresh, locally inspired cuisine—all just moments from home.
Culinary Excellence at Your Doorstep
Mauna Lani is a true food-lover’s paradise. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying an intimate dinner for two, the resort offers a variety of top-tier dining experiences:
- Canoe House – Famed for its oceanfront setting and elegant farm-to-table Hawaiian cuisine
- Napua at the Beach Club – A beloved local favorite with relaxed beachfront dining
- Halāni – The Auberge’s signature fine dining restaurant, blending local ingredients with modern flair
Golf, Spa & Wellness
Golf enthusiasts can choose from two championship courses—the South Course, with dramatic oceanfront holes, and the North Course, winding through kiawe forests and ancient lava formations. Membership packages are available for avid players.
The Auberge Spa and Wellness Center brings mindfulness to the everyday, offering yoga, traditional Hawaiian treatments, and immersive cultural programs that reflect the spirit of the land.
Ultra-Luxury Residential Communities within Mauna Lani
Beyond Nohea, the resort is home to some of the most exclusive neighborhoods on the island, offering architectural significance and elevated lifestyle amenities:
- Pauoa Beach – Oceanfront estates with private beach access, a luxury fitness hale, and high-touch concierge services.
- 49 Black Sand Beach – Dramatic cliffside residences overlooking a rare black sand cove, set among ancient lava fields and archaeological sites.
- Ke Kailani – A boutique gated enclave offering ocean-view lots, an oceanfront grotto with infinity pool, and a private park with a modern fitness hale.
Not all communities, but Nohea, allow for short-term vacation rentals, offering a level of flexibility that enhances both personal use and income potential.
Investment Meets Island Elegance
In a resort community where buildable land is increasingly rare, and where luxury new construction is in high demand, this fully permitted homesite is an exceptional opportunity. The time and cost savings of having approvals in place cannot be overstated—this is true value and vision combined.
Whether you’re planning your forever home, a seasonal retreat, or a high-end investment property, 68-1304 Akea Place provides the ideal launchpad to bring your Hawaiian dream to life.
Let’s Build Your Vision
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We’d be honored to walk you through the details, share insights on local builders, and help you make the most of this rare opportunity.
