Wordless Wednesday: Holey Grail Donuts in Kauai Well, I don't know that they are the Holy Grail, but they sure were good!  We just spent a week on Kauai for my birthday. We had heard about this food truck in Hanalei from our neighbors who had visited recently. It sounded pretty good so of course we checked it out, even though I can't say I am a big donut fan! Holey Grail Donuts (also in Honolulu) offers a wide array of flavors and the options change often. The donuts are made right there as you wait, created from taro, a healthy root vegetable grown in Hawaii. I kinda like the idea of healthy donuts, don't you?! We chose the Lilikoi (passion fruit) and Island Chocolate, but their tasting box of 4 sounded intriguing. Can you guess which is which? LOL.  They were doing a brisk business wh... 11/10/2021

Wordless Wednesday - A Unique Planter  I snapped this photo recently of a pretty cool old truck in the small art town of Hanapepe when visiting Kauai...rather a unique planter, don't you think? I love the colors and especially the rooster - if you've visited Kauai you know roosters and chickens are everywhere. We were in the same town 4 years ago - here's the same truck (I believe).  11/03/2021

Sometimes Nature is Colorful, Sometimes Not  I stumbled across this photo from Kauai, from a trip we took in 2017. Kauai is nicknamed the Garden Isle for good reason, a very lush, green and colorful place from the mountains to the valleys. This photo was taken, as is, as the sun was setting from Kilauea Road. A rather different kind of sunset that my camera interpreted in its own way. Interesting trees, aren't they? They appear to be Cook Pine trees based on my research. 10/28/2021

Neighborhood Spotlight: Wailua, HI Wailua, one of Hawaii's most popular tourist destinations, is located on Kauai's eastern shore, popularly known as the Coconut Coast. The Wailua River, where the oldest villages were established, gave its name to this tiny hamlet, which was the location of Kauai's early settlement. This is the place to go if you want to learn about the rich history and culture of the ancient Hawaiians. There are also numerous shopping and dining alternatives once you've seen these cultural and historical attractions. It's no surprise that visitors to Wailua desire to remain and dwell in this lovely seaside village! Popular Attractions in Wailua, HI Wailua RiverIn the whole state of Hawaii, the Wailua River is the sole navigable river. The ancient Hawaiians revered this... 07/07/2021

Lihue, HawaiiLihue, Hawaii Community SpotlightLihue is the capital city of Kauai Island, and despite it being heavily urbanized compared to other towns on the island, it still retains its charming tropical paradise feel. There are beautiful natural wonders, tourist-friendly areas, and landmark attractions that make the region quite attractive to locals and visitors alike. Like many other communities, Lihue was originally established as a sugarcane plantation by German colonists in 1849. The plantation industry declined through the years, and most mills and farms were abandoned and replaced by tourism which became the primary industry in Hawaii.Check out our original blog post at https://kauaicondosandhomes.com/. Top Attractions in LihueFor a lovely day tour learning more about the histo... 03/09/2021

Throwback Thursday: Sabrage for the Sunset in KauaiSabrage is a ceremony where a bottle of champagne is opened with a sabre, harking back to Napoleonic times in France (well, that's what Google says!). There is even a special sword - a Champagne Sword - often used for sabrage. The St. Regis Hotel in Princeville, Kauai, celebrates the sunset every night with this ceremony which we enjoyed a number of times (most recently in 2017). The sunset, and views from the St. Regis, never disappointed! 02/11/2021

Julie's January 2021 Newsletter View this email in your browser   Kauai Dreams RealtyJulie Black RB-14203Realtor, Broker, Owner  Kauai Dreams DigestJanuary 2021 Kauai End of the Year Statistics.2020 (1008 properties sold) had fewer number of sales then 2019 (1164 properties sold). This was primarily due to a few slow months in the beginning of the Covid19 pandemic.The median sales prices of residential homes went up from $659,900 in 2019 to $810,000 in 2020 for the entire island. However, the Hanalei district saw the biggest leap from $950,000 in 2019 to $1,465,000 in 2020. The median sale price for vacant land for the entire island also rose from $440,000 in 2019 to $640,000 in 2020. The median sales price for Kauai condos bucked the appreciation trend and went down from $575,000 in 2... 01/26/2021

Throwback Thursday: A New Kind of Graffiti  We were visiting Kauai in September 2017 and exploring the art town of Hanapepe. There is a swinging bridge there that's pretty cool to walk over - that's another story. But close by the bridge we noticed quite a bit of graffiti on some of the plants, the leaves of which were apparently quite suitable for amateur artists. It was sort of a shame to see them defaced, and the first time, other than seeing it on tree trunks, that I have seen plant leaf graffiti. 11/12/2020

Throwback ThursdayRainbow in Princeville, Kauai  Like many, we miss the opportunity to travel because of the pandemic...well, we COULD, but... and have recently been talking about our past trips to Kauai and Maui, and how nice it would be to just pack up and go. But it's nice to have lots of photos to remember those trips for now. Rainbows are pretty common there, and always fun to see, especially when you are just sitting around relaxing by the pool overlooking the ocean, as we were here before dinner in Princeville, Kauai.   10/22/2020

Cost of Living in Kauai, HICost of LivingCost of Living is the total amount of money a family has to budget to ensure they maintain a relatively good quality of living in a particular community. It's an excellent way for a family considering a move into a new city to find out if the move would be fiscally good for them. We've compiled the various facts involved with the cost of living in Kauai County that homebuyers can review at their convenience. The cost of living we used is basing the overall average of the county, which means these costs can vary as you move to the different towns and communities on the island. For more information on real estate facts about the area, including good home deals, please contact our team today. Check out our original blog post at https://kauaicondosan... 09/05/2020

Waipouli Beach Resort, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Waipouli Beach Resort NeighborhoodWaipouli Beach Resort is a beautiful beachfront condo resort at 4-820 Kuhio Highway on the eastern part of the island of Kauai, Hawaii. The property is conveniently located in the heart of the town next to the Kauai Village Shopping Center, restaurants, retail, and other tourist-friendly establishments. There are lots to do in the resort, and the concierge staff can schedule various island-based tours at your convenience. The property features well-manicured gardens and shared spaces and world-class resort amenities for you to enjoy at your leisure. For investors looking to purchase a unit, you can choose between the many two-bedroom residences that come with either two or th... 07/04/2020

Islander On The Beach, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Islander On The Beach NeighborhoodIslander On The Beach is a beautiful beachfront condo resort that offers fantastic vacation accommodations and investment opportunities for buyers looking to purchase a unit in the property. Residences in the resort come in the standard 1-bedroom configuration featuring either oceanfront or garden views. The condo is in between the North Shore and South Shore districts providing residents and guests easy access to both regions. The property is also only 7 miles away from Downtown Lihue where you'll find a wealth of tourist-friendly attractions and activities.Check out our original neighborhood post at https://kauaicondosandhomes.com/. Islander On The Beach AmenitiesThe condom... 07/04/2020

Wailua Houselots, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Wailua Houselots NeighborhoodWailua is a lovely town on the eastern side of the main island of Kauai County, Hawaii. The mostly rural community features a beautiful collection of single-family homes that come in a variety of designs, including ranch-style, Hawaiian-style, and plantation-era homes. Many of these residences are long-standing homes with families living in them for many generations. If you're in the market for a new home on the island and prefer to live close to nature in a welcoming and friendly subdivision, then Wailua is an excellent place to start your search.Check out our original neighborhood post at https://kauaicondosandhomes.com/. Wailua Houselots AmenitiesWailua is a well-developed community... 07/04/2020

Wailua Homesteads, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Wailua Homesteads NeighborhoodWailua Homesteads is a vast residential community nestled behind Mount Nounou, along the Wailua River. The district is on the eastern part of Kauai Island, Hawaii, and serves primarily as a bedroom community for locals living in the region. As the name implies, properties in the area are large homestead-style residences that were developed on top of the old plantation-era communities in the region. Thanks to its location and through the efforts of the residents, Wailua Homesteads has well-preserved green spaces and mature trees surrounding the many houses in the neighborhood. If you're looking for a lush environment surrounded by beautiful mountain views, you'll surely fall in love w... 07/04/2020

Pikake, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Pikake NeighborhoodPikake is a master-planned neighborhood in the very heart of the town of Lihue in the main island of Kauai, Hawaii. The private subdivision is right between notable attractions in the city including the Kukui Grove Shopping Center, the Puakea Golf Course, the Vidinha Stadium, and many more. If you're looking for a convenient home close to everything you need, you'll surely want to visit this community.Pikake offers a fantastic collection of luxury single-family homes matched with its well-maintained community amenities, premier golf course, and beautiful mountain views. Homes are properly managed to ensure they are able to retain the beauty of the subdivision including professional landscaping of their ya... 07/04/2020

Poipu Kapili, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Poipu Kapili NeighborhoodPoipu Kapili is a 4-star condo resort at 2221 Kapili Road in Kauai Island, Hawaii. The resort is an oceanfront property and offers a fantastic view of the beautiful beaches of southern Kauai. Residents and guests are a short walk away from the beach and have easy access to the many dining, retail, and entertainment establishments throuhgout the town of Poipu. The condo resort is a fantastic real estate investment opportunity providing buyers the chance to buy a unit either for personal use or as a rental property for a good potential for passive income. If you're interested in getting information on properties offered by Poipu Kapili including a well-informed real estate market report, please ... 07/04/2020

Poipu Kai Resort, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Poipu Kai Resort NeighborhoodPoipu Kai Resort is an exclusive resort condominium in the famous town of Poipu in the main island of Kauai County, HI. The resort is in a highly sought-after location at 1831 Poipu Road, providing residents and guests direct access to the many beachside attractions and notable sites in the region. The property is a short drive away from the many restaurants, bars, retail establishments, cafes, and many more local businesses in the area. Residents are also a short walk away from the beach where they can enjoy the crystal clear waters of Kauai Island. The 70-acre exclusive resort provides all the enjoyment a family would expect from their luxury accommodations and more. There's also a v... 07/04/2020

Makahuena Condo Resort, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Makahuena Condo Resort NeighborhoodThe Makahuena Condo Resort is a premier condominium resort in the town of Poipu, Kauai, Hawaii. The resort sits on an overlooking hillside with breathtaking views of the ocean and convenient amenities for guests and long-term residents to enjoy. The property is a short walk away from the beach where you can enjoy the world-famous beaches of the island. The property also sits along Pe’e Road next to other resort condos and the many commercial and entertainment establishments that tourists frequent when going on holiday in the town of Poipu. If you would like to check out if there are available properties in this resort for personal use or as an investment, please give us a c... 07/04/2020

Poipu, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Poipu NeighborhoodPoipu is a significant tourist destination and one of the primary centers of the southern region of Kauai Island, Hawaii. The town serves as one of the best holiday destinations in the area and serves a good portion of the people coming into the island for a holiday. Due to its natural beauty and welcoming living environment, there's a huge demand for real estate in this town. This, in turn, has caused a lot of residential development throughout the community, including various private subdivisions, exclusive golf communities, various property developments, and the traditional suburban neighborhoods. If you're interested in the area, we would be happy to guide you to the best real estate deals in Poipu, Haw... 07/04/2020

Omao, Kauai, HI Neighborhood Information and Market ReportThe Omao NeighborhoodOmao is a picture-perfect community known for its beautiful landscapes and vast nature preserves. Whenever you drive to the community, it's like escaping to another world thanks to the many magnificent trees and well-preserved greeneries surrounding the town. The town is west of Lihue and east of Lawai and is one of the many towns you pass through when going to the western part of the island from the primary eastern gateway cities of Kauai. The highland community is the perfect escape offering the ideal paradise for those looking to move here from other parts of the United States. Real Estate in the community is a combination of single-family homes with varying designs and architecture. These include classic ... 07/04/2020