1896 KALANIANAOLE ST, HILO, HI 96720

This towering plantation-era residence features old Hawaiʻi lodge-style architecture and an incredible location near Hilo’s most popular shoreline recreation areas. Built in 1934, the property is a highly sought-after hosted vacation rental, with an impressive track record of both income and occupancy. Positioned on a 31,500+ square foot parcel, the nine-bedroom / four-bath residence offers 6,500+ square feet of usable area and a sense of scale rarely found in Hawaiʻi. The heart of the home is an immense two-story great room, featuring soaring pitched ceilings, warm wood walls, arched openings, and a grand staircase that creates an immediate sense of arrival. Generous gathering areas, screened lanais, and flexible guest accommodations support a variety of uses, from continued hospitality operations to a one-of-a-kind private residence. Features - 9 bedrooms / 4 baths - 6,500+ sqft under roof - 31,523 sqft lot - RS-15 zoning - Plantation-era Hawaiian lodge architecture, built in 1934 - Close proximity to oceanfront parks and beach access - Soaring two-story great room with grand dual staircase - Large kitchen and generous dining area - Flexible guest accommodations across multiple levels - Screened lanais for indoor/outdoor living -Fully dedicated caretaker quarters - Tropical landscaping and private setting - High-performing, high-occupancy vacation rental Built nearly a century ago, the home's current square footage estimates do not match county tax or permit records and may contain discrepancies. Buyers and agents to perform their own due diligence. Please do not disturb occupants. Financials available upon request with signed NDA.

Listed by: COMPASS
Year Built: 1934
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Parking Features: Attached
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Lava Zone: 3
Flood Zone: X

Zoning: RS-15
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