Exciting New Changes for Kapalua's Golf Courses and the Golf Academy

Troon, the management for Maui's famed Plantation Course in Kapalua, has announced plans to revitalize the course, as well as key components of the Bay Course and Golf Academy. 

The Plantation Course repeatedly receives accolades as one of the best courses in Hawaii.  Around the world, the course is best known as home to the annual PGA Tour Tournament of Champions, an invitation-only tournament, with a field comprised of only to the prior year's tournament winners.

The multi-million dollar enhancement project includes plans to have the original architects, Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, work with the Golf Channel's Mark Rolfing, a long time Kapalua resident.  The initial scope of the project includes resurfacing the greens, renovating the bunkers, and…

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PLAY & LIVE: Kapalua's Plantation Course

PLAY the Plantation Course

In just a few days, Kapalua will welcome golf's greatest players for the PGA Tour's Sentry Tournament of Champions.

While the golf's superheroes will play the course from January 3-7, 2018, the Plantation Course is open to mere mortals to play as well.

Both the Plantation Course and the much loved Kapalua Bay Course are open to the public.  Managed by Troon Golf, reservations to play the courses can be booked by calling 808-669-8044 or 877-527-2582.

Tomorrow, Friday, December 29, 2017 is last day of play for the course prior to the tournament, with limited tee times from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  The course closes to then prepare for the tournament, reopening to the public Monday, January 8, 2018.  The course is…

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Kapalua Bay Villas: 2017 Year End Real Estate Market Update

The Kapalua Bay Villas: 2017 Year End Real Estate Market Update

The view out toward Molokai from the upgraded kitchen in Kapalua Bay Villa 14G3-5

The gated community of the Kapalua Bay Villas is situated overlooking Oneloa Bay, with direct access to the white sand beach.  The Montage Residences Kapalua Bay and the Spa Montage are the neighboring properties to the south.

Bay Villas amenities include central air conditioning (not in all units but may be installed), three swimming pools, BBQ areas and tennis courts.  You'll find a mix of one and two bedroom floor plans in this popular oceanfront community.  Short term rentals are allowed.

Featured above: Kapalua Bay Villas 19G5, 14G3-5 and 38B2

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The Sentry TOC: LIVE where the Champions Play

The Sentry Tournament of Champions:
The Plantation Course, Kapalua, Maui January 3-7, 2018 

Each year, Maui welcomes the PGA Tour's best players in an invitation only Tournament of Champions. This year, the field includes a mix of familiar and new faces to the Plantation Course.

The Sentry TOC opens the calendar year for the PGA Tour on one of Hawaii's most picturesque and challenging courses.  Past winners who have qualified for this year's field include Justin Thomas, Jordan Speith, and Dustin Johnson.  While the field won't be announced until December 29th, many are looking forward to watching newcomers such as Xander Schauffele, Rookie of the Year, Cam Smith, and Kevin Kisner take on the challenge of the TOC.

Since 1999, the host…

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Introducing Kapalua Golf Villa 11T3-4

Introducing Kapalua Golf Villa 11T3-4: Overlooking Kapalua's Bay Course

The view overlooking Kapalua Bay Course and Napili Bay

This lovely condominium residence sits overlooking the 10th and 18th holes of the Kapalua Bay Course.  Oriented toward the West, the spacious lanai is perfected situated for watching the golfers come in, taking in the ocean, and watching Maui's spectacular sunsets.

Located on the entry level, this single level floor plan offers one bedroom, two baths, and a naturally lit flex room that is large enough for a twin bed or for an office.  The Golf Villas amenities include central air conditioning, a covered carport, four swimming pools, and BBQ areas. Building 11 enjoys a private location, yet is close to Pineapple Grill, the…

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Kapalua Ironwoods: LIVE overlooking the Iconic 5th hole of the Kapalua Bay Course

Introducing Kapalua Ironwoods #73: Stunning Oceanfront Condominium Residence for Sale

The view overlooking Kapalua Bay Course and Oneloa Bay

This exceptional condominium residence sits overlooking the fifth hole of the Kapalua Bay Course.  Known for it's breathtaking views, this is the signature hole for the course and one of it's most photographed locations.

Located on the top floor, the sheltered lanai provides an incredible vantage point to watch the golf, surf and sunset.  The townhouse style floor plan allows for an oceanfront master bedroom on the main level along with the kitchen, dining and living area.  A graceful curved stairwell leads you to the large second master (currently used as an office) and bath.  Etched glass by one of…

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Sentry Tournament of Champions, Kapalua, Maui

Image Courtesy of Getty Images and Sentry TOC

NEW TITLE SPONSOR FOR KAPALUA'S PGA TOUR TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS AND PRO-AM INFORMATION

Sentry Insurance has signed a five year agreement as title sponsor for the PGA TOUR's premier event, the invitation only Tournament of Champions.

Golf's brightest and best flock to Maui each year for this winner's only tournament.  The defending champion is Justin Thomas (2017).  Past winners include Jordan Spieth (2016); Patrick Reed (2015); Zach Johnson (2014); and Dustin Johnson (2013).

The prestigious tournament dates back to to 1953, starting at Las Vegas’ Desert Inn Country Club, as an event for winners from the previous season. After moving from Las Vegas to California for thirty years, it finally settled…

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New! Rare Estate Homesite with Golf Course Frontage at Kapalua's Plantation Estates

The Plantation Estates, Kapalua, Maui

600 Honokohau: Undeveloped Land for Sale in the Plantation Estates, Kapalua

The golden rule of real estate is Location, Location, Location.  However, on Maui the location's value is enhanced by a rather intangible characteristic that varies based on personal preference: view.

Not all homesites are crated equally...this is particularly true here in Kapalua's Plantation Estates, where view is everything to a buyer and has a tremendous impact on valuations. Added to that are more subtle factors, such orientation with regard to the prevailing trade winds and the sunset, buildable area, and whether there will be a lot of site work involved. The ideal orientation for most in Kapalua is to face the channel between…

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Market Spotlight: Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay and Montage Residences, Kapalua Bay

Kapalua Condominium Sales: Market Spotlight on Coconut Grove Kapalua Bay and Montage Residences Kapalua Bay

For prospective buyers of luxury oceanfront condominium residences in Kapalua, the Coconut Grove Kapalua Bay and Montage Residences Kapalua Bay are often compared and considered for the similarity of size and their location overlooking Maui's much loved Kapalua Bay.  While both offer three bedroom and three bedroom plus den floor plans and are in similar price ranges, there are some very important differences:

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Maui Today: the Plantation Course

Maui Today: 18:00 hours, Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii

At this moment, the sun bathed everything in gold

Sunset at the Plantation Course, Kapalua, Maui.

Want to see this every day? View homes for sale in the Plantation Estates

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