Set just a short stroll from the shoreline, this impeccably maintained residence invites you to slow down and embrace island living.

Kahakai Place is a gated enclave of similarly styled beach homes that lies one block from Alii Drive. Association dues are only $110 per month. Enjoy a peaceful morning drinking Kona coffee on the tiled front porch or join scores of residents who walk, jog and bike along Alii Drive, taking in the sights and sounds of the ocean.

This little-known neighborhood is the creation of a developer who is accustomed to building high-end resort homes. The mark of quality is evident here as well. Recent improvements include fresh exterior and interior paint, newer laminate flooring in the living room and 4-year new air conditioning system.

The ground floor includes a living room, kitchen, dining area and powder room. A breakfast bar and countertops are constructed of stunning granite slabs. Quality wood cabinets, a Corian sink and fairly new appliances are additional highlights. Dining space is set nearby, or step outside to a covered lanai that feels quite private. When an evening barbecue winds down, slip into the hot tub and delight in a quiet evening under the stars.

Two guest bedrooms, a guest bathroom and the master suite lie upstairs. The master suite is graced by cool breezes that drift down the mountain at night. The beautifully appointed master bathroom and the guest bathroom each include granite countertops and a bathtub/shower with glass doors. Fairly new full-size laundry machines are set conveniently nearby.

Casement windows provide full ventilation. Double pane windows also help keep the home cool on days when the split-zone air-conditioning is used. Three lockable storage areas offer abundant space to store beach gear. The small grassy yard is easy to maintain, giving you more time to enjoy everything the island has to offer.