Taking backup offers. Ocean views from almost every room, and move-in ready. This magical ocean view plantation-era, 2-bedroom, 2 bath Kekaha cottage has been renovated yet maintains it's warm and welcoming Hawaiian style. Get away from the crowded resorts and feel the original, relaxed spirit of Kauai. Enjoy the upgraded kitchen amenities like an induction stovetop and stainless appliances, then head out to your Lanai for a front-row seat to your new ocean paradise. Or cross the street and enjoy miles of beach in either direction. This home is equipped for ocean fun, with a surfboard and kayak station, an outdoor shower, room to park your boat, and located just ½ mile from Kikiaola boat harbor. If hiking is your pleasure, enjoy world-class hiking 20 minutes away in Kokee, the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Stay cool in either of the en-suite bedrooms with split-duct AC. Separate laundry room attached to the double garage and workshop. Separate office and bathroom with an ocean view attached to the detached garage; excellent for working from home. Enjoy low electric bills while being climate-conscious with your (owned) photovoltaic system and solar water heater. Easy to maintain and thoughtfully placed landscaping, including Plumeria, Monkey Pod, Norfolk Pine, Kamani trees with underground irrigation system, and fully fenced yard. Outside shower for washing the sand off your feet. Enjoy the trade winds while watching whales/dolphins play and the daily boat parade from your own Lanai; a front-row seat to your new ocean paradise. Although away from the crowds, you're just 2 miles from Waimea town and 40 minutes from Lihue airport. New 5 bedroom septic tank. Additional dwelling may be possible, check with the county. Don't just own a home, own a lifestyle!See attached memo for the list of inclusions.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$960Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kelly Liberatore• Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kauai
In front of the ocean and sandy Beach. Great value. Not a short sale but Seller needs this house to go! Charming Kekaha Plantation style with open floor plan 50 ft from the sand. Front row 180 ocean views. Sit on your front porch and watch the whales and dolphins, walk along the surf at sunset. 2 bedroom 2 bath with large garage/work space. Fruit trees, palms, old plantation ambiance. Zonong allows for second home. Check with County for waste regulations or any new restrictions. Seller motivated! This is the best price home in front of the ocean on Kauai. Very weel kept.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,580 (+6.0%)
$512,400 + $305,900
$818,300
2025
$4,319 (+14.4%)
$512,400 + $305,900
$818,300
2024
$3,775 (−19.0%)
$461,200 + $309,300
$770,500
2023
$4,658 (−1.7%)
$342,200 + $328,500
$670,700
2022
$4,737 (+22.0%)
$365,000 + $467,700
$832,700
2021
$3,882 (−0.4%)
$461,200 + $301,900
$763,100
2020
$3,896 (+12.9%)
$273,700 + $348,100
$621,800
2019
$3,451 (+20.5%)
$273,700 + $350,400
$624,100
2018
$2,864 (−6.5%)
$273,700 + $276,900
$550,600
2017
$3,065 (+1.8%)
$250,900 + $202,700
$453,600
2016
$3,011 (+2.2%)
$250,900 + $235,800
$486,700
2014
$2,947 (+156.3%)
2013
$1,150 (−6.8%)
2012
$1,233
$250,900 + $174,900
$425,800
Tax history for 8706 Kiowea
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,580 (+6.0%)
$512,400 + $305,900
$818,300
2025
$4,319 (+14.4%)
$512,400 + $305,900
$818,300
2024
$3,775 (−19.0%)
$461,200 + $309,300
$770,500
2023
$4,658 (−1.7%)
$342,200 + $328,500
$670,700
2022
$4,737 (+22.0%)
$365,000 + $467,700
$832,700
2021
$3,882 (−0.4%)
$461,200 + $301,900
$763,100
2020
$3,896 (+12.9%)
$273,700 + $348,100
$621,800
2019
$3,451 (+20.5%)
$273,700 + $350,400
$624,100
2018
$2,864 (−6.5%)
$273,700 + $276,900
$550,600
2017
$3,065 (+1.8%)
$250,900 + $202,700
$453,600
2016
$3,011 (+2.2%)
$250,900 + $235,800
$486,700
2014
$2,947 (+156.3%)
2013
$1,150 (−6.8%)
2012
$1,233
$250,900 + $174,900
$425,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.