28-568 Kaupakuea Homestead Rd, Pepeekeo, HI 96783

Accepting Backup Offers. Modern plantation style home built by R.K. Woods Construction on a rarely available 20 acre parcel. Bordered by Makea Stream, the property features gently sloping land with established farm infrastructure, along with ocean and Mauna Kea views. Located in Pepeekeo just north of Hilo with convenient access to town, shopping, and services. With easy on grade access from the carport, the home is elevated by post and pier footings and oriented to capture trade wind breezes through walls of windows and sliding doors for ambient cooling. The open great room features vaulted 9' ceilings, while a split floor plan places the guest bedroom and full bath adjacent to the main living space. Quality interior finishes include custom koa cabinetry, solid granite counters, eucalyptus robusta floor and ceilings, and porcelain tile bathroom floors. An office with a shoji door and lanai glass slider can serve as an additional guest room. The primary suite is located at the far end with a private entrance to a lanai that begins at the living room and wraps around the suite, separated from the office by a well-sized laundry room. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and a pass-through bathroom with dual vanities and a marble tiled shower between. Two exterior access points include a glass slider to the lanai and a second door through the bathroom, useful when coming in from working on the property. Fast internet and county water are in place, along with an owned 17 panel grid-tied PV system and EV charging. This is the established home of Mauna Kea Cacao LLC, a working farm with approximately 1300 cacao trees. A transferable agricultural tourism permit issued by the County allows farm tours, chocolate tastings, and on site retail, along with separate parking for tours. Business available separately. Additional improvements include a covered carport with storage area, storage shed with loading dock, a tractor shed, gazebo, and tour parking.