84-539 TELEPHONE EXCHANGE RD, CAPTAIN COOK, HI 96704
9.9 Acres Honaunau Off-Grid Farm & Home with Exceptional Ocean Views
Listing Provided by: Hawaii Life
MLS #: 720943
MLS #: 720943
Description
This is a leasehold property.This nearly 10 acre property offers the sustainable, off-grid lifestyle many dream of and now available for the first time on the market! Perfect for a family or individual seeking to live the farming lifestyle, it combines a solid home, income-producing orchards, and panoramic coastline views with year-round sunsets.The 2-bedroom, 1-bath 1975 home is well-built, with an additional large room (formerly an office, now storage), a separate carport and attached tool shed housing the off-grid system. A second detached structure provides a covered workspace and secure storage.Off-Grid Systems Include:* 2 catchment tanks: steel tank at the top of the property gravity-feeds the home and a second tank supplies the orchards* 6 PV panels* 2 Outback solar inverters & 2 Signature Solar EG4 batteries* Propane on-demand hot water, range, and refrigeratorThe property is fully fenced and thoughtfully laid out for farming and homesteading. Mature plantings include 2.5 acres of Kona coffee, lychee, and mixed crops ( *see attached fruit tree list ), plus two large vegetable garden plots, and areas previously planted with taro, sweet potato, and asparagus. With daily farmers markets nearby, there’s ample opportunity to generate a comfortable income from the land.Located 1 mile up Telephone Exchange Road, directly above Pu‘uhonua O Hōnaunau, the property enjoys sweeping ocean views spanning from Kealakekua Bay to Hōnaunau.This is a rare offering where sustainable living, income potential, privacy and breathtaking Kona coast scenery come together.The property overlooks Pu’uhonua O’Honaunau, The City Of Refuge; a National Historical Park, which is a culturally significant Hawai’i landmark. Other nearby beaches include Ho’okena, Manini, Ke’ei and Kealakekua Bay. * KSBE LH properties require a cash purchase and take approximately 6 months to Close escrow* Lease to 12/31/2055.
Property Details
Price: $499,000
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Address: 84-539 TELEPHONE EXCHANGE RD, CAPTAIN COOK, HI 96704
Ownership: Full
Status: Active
Category: Residential
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Address: 84-539 TELEPHONE EXCHANGE RD, CAPTAIN COOK, HI 96704
Ownership: Full
Status: Active
Category: Residential
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Total Bedrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Baths: 1
Living Area: 814 Square Feet
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View: Bay, Forest, Garden, HIS Coastline, HIS Sunset, Mountain(s), Ocean, Ocean Horizon
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Community Information
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Subdivision Name: HONAUNAU SUBDIVISION
Association Fee: $0 Monthly
Subdivision Name: HONAUNAU SUBDIVISION
Association Fee: $0 Monthly
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Lava Zone: 3
Flood Zone: X
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Land Information
Lot Size: 431,244 Square Feet
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Land Lease Rent: $2,333
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Land Tenure: Leasehold
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Land Lease Rent: $2,333
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Land Tenure: Leasehold
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Zoning: A-5A
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Additional Details
Assessed Tax Value: $437,100
Annual Tax: $4,087
Tax Year: 2024
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Utilities: Other
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Sewer: Cesspool
Water: Catchment
Solid Waste Disposal: Other (remarks)
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Sewer: Cesspool
Water: Catchment
Solid Waste Disposal: Other (remarks)
First Listed September 5, 2025, 12:20 am
Last Updated September 7, 2025, 12:33 am
Listing Conditions: Leasehold, Standard
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