Kapalua, located on the northwestern tip of Maui, is one of Hawaii’s largest nature preserves and is home to many white-sand beaches, two marine sanctuaries, award-winning golf courses, restaurants, luxury hotels, and plenty of high-end real estate.

Now, one of Kapalua’s most prime pieces of real estate is coming to the market for $16.5 million. The owner is Victoria Caputo, who purchased the property with her late husband, Anthony Caputo, the former CEO of an internet security company. Caputo recently listed the home they shared, which is situated on a cliff’s edge overlooking Honokahua Bay and is near the Plantation Golf Course. The estate spans 2.65 acres and was completed in 2006 by H&S Architects and Webb Construction/Development with interiors by Hughes Design Group.

There is a sprawling 8,252-square-foot main residence with six bedrooms and two bathrooms, as well as a guest house—the Ohana residence—that spans 1,025 square feet with two bedrooms and one bathroom. This one-of-a-kind generational estate is also complemented by an exclusive 1.18-acre easement that enhances privacy of the property. Replete with a modern design and finishes, the main residence has many elements of Hawaiian-inspired design, like Koa finishes, local stone, and teak wood. The home prioritizes indoor-outdoor living and nearly every room either connects to a terrace or patio or has picture-perfect ocean views. Other finishes include Venetian plastered walls, custom wood, and Berti Pavimenti Legno flooring. It’s outfitted with the latest tech, including a Control4 system, Lutron system, central air, and a media room with a 110-inch theater projector. The entire property is also powered by solar energy.

Upon entering through the double front doors, you’re met with a stone-lined foyer that continues through to the double-height great room. The living room has sliding glass doors that open to connect to a patio, as well as overhead windows that further flood the room with natural light. There’s a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, built-in shelving, Koa wood finishes on the ceiling, and three massive stone columns. A staircase leads to the second level, which is where most of the bedrooms are located. The primary suite is particularly impressive and has a private terrace perched above the backyard area. The second floor also has a screened-in lanai and a charming upstairs living space.

The sleek kitchen features a central eat-in island and prep area. The wood-clad kitchen, awash with natural light throughout the day, is outfitted with top-of-the-line amenities and views of the verdant landscaping. Off the kitchen is a formal dining room and living space with sliding pocket doors that open to the large patio. Other amenities include a gym, saltwater pool, hot tub, and 100 yards of lawn space. Near the main residence is the smaller guest cottage, called the Ohana residence, for family or friends. Not only are there two bedrooms and one bathroom, there’s a lanai, dedicated laundry area, garage, and exterior parking. In early January, Kapalua will host the PGA Sentry Golf Tournament, and residents will get incredible views of the golf tournament.

PAHALA (HawaiiNewsNow) – A 4.3 magnitude earthquake rattled residents in the Pahala area late Sunday night.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, it happened around 11 p.m. on the southeastern flank of Mauna Loa.

Officials said there are no tsunami threats to the state.

However, residents who live near the area may feel aftershocks.

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The National Park Service has warned people to be more careful when visiting the erupting Kīlauea volcano after a recent close call involving a family visiting the park.

According to a news release from NPS, the scary scene occurred Christmas night in a closed-off area beyond the safety barriers, which are set in place to help visitors avoid hazardous areas. 

While at the Kīlauea overlook, which provides the most dramatic views of the Kaluapele and Halemaʻumaʻu crater, a toddler wandered off from his family, according to the NPS.

The child ran straight toward the edge of a 400-foot cliff. The mother was able to snatch the toddler to safety before the child fell over the edge.

“The hazards that coincide with an eruption are dangerous, and we have safety measures in place including closed areas, barriers, closure signs, and traffic management,” said Park Superintendent Rhonda Loh. “Your safety is our utmost concern, but we rely on everyone to recreate responsibility. National parks showcase nature’s splendor but they are not playgrounds.”

The Hawaii Island park attracts an uptick in visitors during an eruption, according to the NPS.

In addition to the dangers of cliff edges and hazardous terrain, the increase in visitors to the area can escalate hazards. 

According to the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the eruption began on Dec. 23.