Poipu Blue Beach House is one of the most compelling convergences of lifestyle and investment merit available in South Kauai today. Imagine beach days, sunrise beauty and a home that welcomes both your cherished family memories and guests who will pay to share in the magic of Poipu. This walk-to-beach sanctuary delivers the ultimate blend of island living and smart financial performance. Steps from Poipu Beach and Shipwreck Beach, this legal Visitor Destination Area (VDA) vacation rental combines documented high rental income with a stunning seaside location. No HOA fees. This fully licensed property stands out as a scarce and valuable asset, offering a beautiful place to love and a strategic pathway to offset the cost of ownership in an increasingly supply-constrained market. This 2,160 sq. ft. sanctuary captures the essence of Kauai with sweeping ocean views and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. 900+ sq. ft. of covered lanais, expand total living area to 3,000+ sq. ft. The upper-level features vaulted ceilings, an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area opening onto an expansive lanai, perfect for al fresco dining while soaking in coastal vistas. The flexible layout includes a remodeled primary suite on the upper level with ensuite bath. The entry level hosts three additional bedrooms, laundry, and secondary living room opening to a lanai with ocean views. Split air conditioning throughout. Turnkey is furnished with two king beds, one queen and two twin beds. A detached 1,000 sq. ft. garage includes two-car bay and air-conditioned workshop. Use as primary residence, second home, licensed rental, or perfect mixed-useyour vacation getaway generating income when you're away. Block your favorite weeks for family memories, let the property work the rest of the year. Ready for a tour? Cut and paste these links in a new browser window; Property Highlight Tour; https://bit.ly/4dTlusM Virtual Walk Through; https://bit.ly/440HK0E
Hikina Kona, located between Lawai Road and Kaumualii Highway, is a coastal and rural Lawai neighborhood with plantation-era textures and ocean-facing trade winds. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lawai Road and Kaumualii Highway junction, where small storefronts, service counters, and roadside fruit stands set a working, local rhythm. Talk Story Bookstore anchors the area with shelves and readings, while Kauai Coffee Company’s estate grounds and tasting room add a distinctly island-grown ritual. Low-slung homes and older cottages mix with garden lots, and the landscape shifts quickly from cane-era fields to salt air. Days tend to orbit around beach time at nearby Lawai Beach and sunset walks toward Spouting Horn. The pace reads calm and practical, shaped by highway convenience and open skies.
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Offer insights
1650 Makanui Rd · $3,950,000
$3.9M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $3.9M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
61 days
The average home goes pending in 101 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.1%
Most homes are selling 5% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Carpet flooring
Ceramic tile flooring
Laminate flooring
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Laminate
Heating & cooling
Zoned heating
Zoned cooling
Exterior features
Paved road access
Home design
Fee simple ownership
Zoning: R-4
Parking
Detached garage
Garage area approximately 1000
Utilities
Cable internet available
Cable available
Electricity available
Phone available
Cesspool sewer
County-charge solid waste disposal
Financial info
Property is used as a short-term vacation rental
Electricity and solar
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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1/10 Air Factor
Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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Historical weather
Koloa, HI • 96756
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Koloa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1650 Makanui Rd
$3,818,952
$131K under list price of $3.95M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.3M to $4.1M.