Mauna 'Olu Estates is a private 24 hour guard gated community, just short of a mile square with underground utilities and wide green road sides accommodating 129 lots. Approximately 35 homes are already built and there are still many lots, one to two acres in size, available for building custom homes and corporate retreats. These large lots, quite unique to the island of Oahu, are divided into three classifications: residential, retreat and resort to accommodate family, corporate and hotel usage. These gradually sloped lots are at elevations that present spectacular ocean views on the front and mountain views to the sides and rear, and are nestled closely between the deeply creviced mountains of the beautiful Makaha Valley. With only the mountains surrounding three sides of the subdivision, the front boundary looks out toward the ocean over twin 18 hole golf courses used by golfers from around the world. Day and night views toward the ocean invite homeowners to sun or surf less than two miles away.

A trail within the Subdivision leads to one of Hawaii's oldest historically restored and maintained native Hawaiian ruins, the sacred temple called the Kane Aki Heiau, for healing, for war, for rain and agriculture. (Insert Hyperlink C here)

Mauna 'Olu Estates, as its Hawaiian name indicates is truly a "pleasant mountain" retreat and a rare find. This private and secure community provides the beauty and serenity of country living, 1 hour west of Waikiki and 45 minutes from the Honolulu International Airport. Even closer is the 2ND city of Kapolei which is rapidly developing with many amenities.

Makaha Valley has its own unique weather system with less rain than other parts of Oahu. The Hawaiian word Makaha (meaning "in or through the breath of life") is a well chosen name for the Valley for there is often a cool breeze of air flowing over the mountains, through Mauna 'Olu and down toward the ocean. Light showers emanating from the valley bring spectacular rainbows. Since Mauna 'Olu lies within the upper foothills of the valley, temperatures are cooler than the town two miles below. Customarily temperatures run in the mid 80s in the summer and mid 70s in the winter. Due to elevation and southwest exposure, Mauna 'Olu residents experience an abundance of exceptional sunsets over the blue ocean horizon in the winter and early spring. On occasion nature provides an unusual and unforgettable visual treat. Picture yourself on that rare occasion, after a torrential winter rain, looking toward the white-capped ocean, waiting for a bright orange sunset to bring a memorable close to your day...over your shoulder stand the green creviced mountains embracing a dozen waterfalls glittering behind a rainbow frame. To experience this wonderful and amazing scene makes one feel as though the beauty of nature chose Makaha Valley as its gathering place.

Mauna 'Olu Estates was developed in 1987 as a planned community for quality residential and resort living. Designed and zoned to accommodate quiet, spacious, comfortable country living for Hawaiians, mainlanders, retirees, etc., Mauna 'Olu is often described as the least known residential treasure of Hawaii. Why? Setting, lot size, price...it is a golfer's and surfer's dream, an exceptional place to live or retire.

This 129 lot development currently has a diversity of professional neighbors living in 29 custom built homes varying in construction cost from the hundred of thousands into the millions. They are all built within the same simple framework of architectural constraints. These restrictions are designed to cause improvements to blend with the natural tropical environment and to enhance and protect the value, desirability and attractiveness of the property. At Mauna 'Olu you can build your private estate and enjoy the seclusion of a secure community within driving distance of all of the amenities of the island of Oahu. Lots vary in size from 1-2 acres, and in price from $250,000-$400,000. Such prices are indicative of a recovering economy in the state of Hawaii, which bottomed out in 1998.

This promotion is presented to you as an enticement for you to come and share this small piece of paradise. This tranquil community is minutes from necessities including health care, 20 minutes to the nearest 5 star hotel and 35 minutes to the nearest hospital. The air is fresh, you can walk the four mile neighborhood roadway day or night, hike into the mountains, bike to the beach and golf all year round. Nature lovers will enjoy the mongoose, a variety of birds including peacocks and macarthur birds, and there are wild pigs and goats deeper within the valley. It is five minutes to the marina boat harbor, boating, fishing, and water sports. Come take a look at Mauna 'Olu or click on property listings and call a broker.