The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay: A Maui Real Estate Market Update, 2016

Kapalua Bay is one of Maui's most loved beaches, known for it's beautiful coral reef, calm waters, and perfect sandy crescent beach.  The much loved restaurant, Merriman's sits at the south end of the beach, on a rocky point that is a perfect spot to watch sunset at their very popular Happy Hour.  At the north end of the bay is the Montage Residences, Kapalua Bay, which is home to the Beach Club, a lovely little restaurant, pool and bar that is open to both Montage residents and guests, as well as Kapalua Club members.

Nestled between these two properties is the 10+ acre beach front enclave of The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay.  With just 36 condominium residences in 9

Kapalua Ridge Villas: An Incredible Offering

Perched overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Oneloa Bay, the Kapalua Ridge Villas are known for their incredible views. Uniquely positioned in the heart of the resort, the Bay Course wraps around the Ridge Villas, providing a feeling of open space and enhancing the views. These spacious one and two bedroom condominium residences are sought after for both primary residents and second homeowners who wish to rent when not in residence.

Kapalua Ridge Villas 1521: New Price

One Bedroom/Two Baths, now offered at $920,000

Kapalua Ridge Villa 1521: the view 

The owners of this stunning one bedroom villa spared no expense in it's renovation.  As the Ridge Villas were built in 1981, the owners worked

I was recently asked to write a piece for MauiNow.com on living in Kapalua.  It quickly morphed into a piece on the Kapalua Hiking and Walking Trails, as I realized that they are my favorite part of living in Kapalua.  There is so much natural beauty in the resort--it is just 1600 acres set within 22,000+ acres of conservation land.  There is a 45 acre marine preserve, and the area is home to endangered species.

Sunset at the Lake at the Village Lake Loop, Kapalua Village Trails

The Lake Loop is my go to for a daily walk--there are several loops and you can create different paths, many of them challenging. For more information, read the article on the Kapalua Hiking and Walking Trails.

The Village Trails are also home to the XTERRA World