With forever views of ... the Pacific, Maui, sunsets and whales in winter months, Kanani o'ka Maluhia (Beautiful Peace) is located on one of the best 10-acre lots in the gated community of Puakea Bay Ranch Subdivision in North Kohala. With over 6,700 square feet of generous living area and additional 4,000 square feet of lanai, this island-style home is perfect as your full-time residence as well as a second home. From covered entrance through the door into the great room inside the home, koi ponds meanders through and flows beautifully, providing a sense of serenity. The great room with an open kitchen facing a beautiful pool with cascading lava rock waterfall is a wonderful gathering spot to entertain your friends, family and guests. Designed by Robert C. Smelker, AIA, the home is cleverly protected from trade winds and boasts many well-thought features. Some of the features include: vaulted ceilings, slate and teak flooring, a library with built-in teak bookshelves, indoor sauna in master suite, an outdoor shower off of the main master bath, built-in full-sized bar designed for entertaining, murals and mosaic by Calley O'Neill - renowned Big Island artist, maid's quarters with permitted full kitchen and separate guest area; separate laundry room from main quarters; security and intercom system, outdoor spa, 2 solar systems, 3-car garage, 20x12 horse tack building with installed 2nd electrical meter intended to be the location for 2nd residence on property. Ownership also includes 1/40th interest in oceanfront park. Gated entrance to the Puakea Bay Ranch offers full-time 7-day per week security. Private oceanfront community association has excellent cash reserves. MLS# 249852.