Maui, the second-largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago, continues to rebuild as we approach the one-year anniversary of the devastating fires that swept through the island in 2023.
And demand is picking up, with wealthy buyers eyeing idyllic vacation homes on the island — particularly in resort developments and fire-protected areas.
A stand-out area where demand is booming is Kapalua, a resort development set in one of Hawaii’s largest nature preserves that features a necklace of stunning white sand beaches, two marine sanctuaries, prime real estate, and two world-class golf courses.
“Kapalua has experienced a surge in demand over the past five years, driven by its temperate climate, sandy beaches, world-class golf courses, and expansive ocean views,” says local real estate agent Chelsea Dimin with Compass. “This is reflected in the increase of the cost per square foot from $839 in 2021 to $1,334 in 2024.”
Buyers looking for exceptional vacation homes in Kapalua have a new option, and it comes with two prime lots in Maui’s elite Plantation Estates community.
Priced at a hefty $25 million, the architecturally distinct home is known as Blue Rock Lodge and proudly sits on a generous 4.35 acres of land. And we’re here to give you a quick tour.
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A sanctuary of Hawaiian tranquility
Rightfully touted as a “private resort-like haven where contemporary refinement meets Hawaiian tranquility”, the Maui estate sits on two prime lots — totaling 4.35 acres — in Kapalua’s exclusive Plantation Estates.
Anchored by an elegant 7,000-square-foot architectural home, and featuring orchard pathways winding through 16 varieties of mature fruit trees, a versatile pool house, a grand library, and a five-car garage, the property is listed for $25 million with Chelsea Dimin of Compass.
The main house offers indoor-outdoor living
The approximately 7,000-square-foot main house showcases expansive covered lanais with breathtaking ocean views. With 3 bedrooms and 5 baths, a grand library, quiet reflection spaces, the elegant home has been designed with indoor-outdoor living in mind.
Elegant, sophisticated interiors
Inside, 13-foot walnut wood ceilings, 11-foot sliding doors, and Turkish Travertine floors define the main spaces, accentuated by hand-blown Venetian glass chandeliers, marble countertops, and onyx walls.
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Outdoor amenities include a massive pool
Resort-like amenities include a 1,320-square-foot pool and spa outside, while the primary bathroom features a 15-foot rain shower, deep soaking tub, and lavish dressing room for a spa-like experience, with a cold plunge pool, and an aromatherapy steam shower.
Also worth noting, in case the future owner loves entertaining guests and throwing large events: there’s a total of five kitchens, thoughtfully positioned throughout the property.
Set in the luxurious Plantation Estates resort community
The property is located in Kapalua’s prestigious Plantation Estates, known as one of Maui’s most prestigious developments. It’s also one of the priciest, commanding selling prices 36% higher than the rest of Kapalua. And prices are inching up year over year.
“In Plantation Estates, the average sales price has soared to $7.68 million, a 38.4% increase over the last three years,” listing agent Chelsea Dimin tells us. “This exclusive neighborhood currently has two active listings averaging $15,825,000, with an average market time of 82 days. In contrast, the broader Kapalua market has 10 single-family homes for sale, averaging $13,538,000 and 181 days on the market.”
It has the potential to set a new record for the upscale enclave
Even for the ritzy area it’s set in, Blue Rock Lodge has all the hallmarks of a record-breaker — and could potentially set a new record it is sells for anything close to the full asking price ($25 million).
Currently, Plantation Estate’s most expensive home ever sold closed last year for $24 million.
Demand is high for luxury homes in the area
“Despite the market slowdown after the Maui fires last August, demand for Kapalua properties, especially in fire-protected areas like Plantation Estates, remains strong,” Chelsea says, before adding that “Over the past year, nine single-family homes sold in Kapalua with an average price of $4,928,333.” Which means potential buyers shouldn’t sit too long on this one.
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