Property Attributes
- MLS#730592
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status A
- CountyHAWAII
- CityKailua-Kona
- AreaNorth Kona
- NeighborhoodSUNSET VIEW TERRACE LOTS
- Zip96740
- Style
- Year Built1963
- Taxes$ 12780
- Price$ 3,300,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1632
- Lot Size0.000895 Acres
Data Source:
Hawaii Info Service (HISMLS)
Property Description
An internationally acclaimed masterpiece of organic architecture, the legendary Onion House is a rare opportunity for a connoisseur of Architecturally significant homes. Hand-built by master architect Kendrick Bangs Kellogg, this iconic estate offers an immersive experience minutes from town, yet worlds away. Curved steps guide you onto a terrace framed by views of the Kona coast. The propertys silhouette features two structural shells mirrored in a brilliant 70-foot turquoise pool wrapping around the compound. A custom pivoting glass door reveals open-air interiors with vibrant stained-glass windows by famed artist James Hubbell. Cast-in-place concrete arches radiate from a central fireplace, spanned by translucent roof panels that bathe the home in a warm glow by day and illuminate like twin Japanese lanterns by night. The interior walls are formed of native Hawaiian Koa wood and slanted lava rock walls echoing ancient Hawaiian heiau. Redefining indoor-outdoor living, the exterior utilizes screens and stained glass, allowing tropical trade winds and the fragrance of jasmine to drift seamlessly through. A covered walkway leads across the water to a completely detached master bedroom oasis offering ultimate seclusion, complete with its own bath and private meditation garden. Lovingly maintained, the estate matches architectural prestige with exceptional financial sustainability. It features a legacy unhosted Short-Term Vacation Rental (STVR) license. Offered with adjoining garden parcels 3-7-7-9-53 and 3-7-7-9-54, this almost 1 acre compound ensures complete privacy, view protection, and an unrepeatable piece of architectural history.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Listed $3,300,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Cesspool |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available |
| Appliances | Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Zoning | RS-10 |
| HOA Fee | 0.0 |
| Pool Features | Gunite |
| Security Features | Security System, See Remarks |
| Land Tenure | Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1963 |
| View | Ocean |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Full |
| Community Features | See Remarks |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | SUNSET VIEW TERRACE LOTS |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | A |
| City | Kailua-Kona |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 12780.54 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://player.vimeo.com/video/1205563902?h=4eed46385e |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1151400 |
| Tax Lot | 52 |
| Listing Terms | Cash |
| Assoc/CIC | None |
| AttributionContact | 8089383679 |
| LeasableAreaUnits | Square Feet |
| Structures YN | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, See Remarks, Stained/Leaded Glass |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Ceramic Tile |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Lighting, See Remarks |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Stone |
| Parking Features | Covered |
| Lot Features | Landscaped, See Remarks |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 39.0 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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