SELLER WILL ACCEPT BACK-UP OFFERS... 50% OWNER FINANCING! Hale Hui-“The Gathering Place” was envisioned in the 1970s and brought to life over a decade by a Maui shipwright whose expert craftsmanship shines in every detail. Live the off-grid lifestyle with solar, water catchment and satellite! Grow your food, enjoy your animals, and experience the serenity this historic Big Island property provides! EAT IN KITCHEN: Koa cabinetry Walk-in Butler's Pantry Vaulted ceiling with skylights LIVING/DINING Tree top views across the property and ocean beyond Flagstone wood burning fireplace and koa shelving PRIMARY BEDROOM_ENSUITE + 1/2 BATH Expansive windows Hidden ship-inspired storage Indonesian furo tub Tiled walk-in shower Dual pedestal sinks Walk-in closet Concealed laundry 2ND FLOOR GUEST SUITE/OFFICE Soaring cupola ceiling Walk-in closet Bird's Nest landing with raised closet SECOND GUEST ENSUITE/LOWER LEVEL Expansive windows Sleeps four Full bathroom “THE LOOKOUT” SEPARATE GUEST QUARTERS Raised captains bed with under storage Vaulted ceiling with skylight Wrap-around windows and lanai Perched atop the vintage cement water catchment GARAGE/CARPORT - 640 sq ft GARDEN SHED - 400 sq ft 37,500 Gallons of water catchment 20 Solar panels with back up generator The manicured park-like settling features mature orchards of avocado, citrus, white pineapple and Cherimoya. Wander lush tropical gardens, gather fresh eggs and enjoy cool breezes and warm sunlight. Two seasonal ponds and waterfall, equestrian structure with she-shed, detached workshop/carport, garden shop, imu, generous front and rear lanais, and sweeping Pacific Ocean views complete this extraordinary setting. Eight minutes off Highway 19 through the eucalyptus forest on a paved country road brings you home every day!