This charming 4-bedroom jungle home located in the serene Leilani Estates, Pahoa, Hawaii, offers a unique tropical retreat blending comfort and nature. Built with a practical open-concept design, it features a screened-in lanai to enjoy the natural breeze and forest sounds. Modern updates include a propane stove, new refrigerator, tankless water heater, and spacious laundry with front-load washer/dryer. The spa-style bathroom with a soaking tub and dual shower heads enhances its island appeal. Situated on a one-acre lot with mature fruit trees and partial landscaping, the property boasts a storage/shop building and a new water catchment tank promoting self-sufficiency. The listing price is $319,000, providing privacy without HOA fees and access to high-speed internet, ideal for island living.
House Exterior
A quaint house sits nestled within dense greenery and lush vegetation. The home features a multi-gabled roof with weathered, grey metal roofing panels, showing some signs of wear. The house exterior is a combination of natural wood siding with several small windows, some framed with white curtains. Surrounded by abundant trees, bushes, ferns, and tropical plants, the setting gives a peaceful, forested atmosphere. A dirt pathway leads up to the property, and a rustic, red-roofed shed is visible to the right. The overall aesthetic is rustic and harmonious with the natural environment.
Back Porch Area
This back porch area showcases rustic and natural architectural elements with weathered wooden posts and beams supporting a corrugated metal roof. The porch screen, partially covered with bamboo sticks and wood panels, provides a cozy, enclosed space. On the ground, a worn black metal table sits next to a large black rattan storage box. Two large plastic storage containers, one turquoise and one purple, are placed on the dirt ground, alongside scattered logs. The outdoor setting is surrounded by greenery, including palm-like plants and shrubs, emphasizing a nature-inspired aesthetic with earthy tones and a weathered charm.
Outdoor Sitting Shelter
A simple, rustic wooden shelter stands in a lush, green backyard surrounded by dense foliage and flowering plants. The shelter has a corrugated metal roof supported by rough wooden posts and a solid wooden back wall with a small door in the center. Underneath the roof, five folding chairs and a small, child’s ATV toy are arranged on a gravel floor. A yellow surfboard leans against the back wall on the left side, adding a casual, beach-inspired touch. The surrounding grass is well-maintained, and the natural greenery contrasts beautifully with the weathered wood and metal roof.
Exterior View
A single-story wooden house with dark brown horizontal siding and a weathered look stands on concrete pillars. The roof has corrugated metal sheets with exposed wooden rafters. Small stairs with three wooden steps and a handrail lead to a glass-paned door framed in red trim. Next to the door is a window with white trim and a curtain inside. The house is surrounded by a lush green lawn featuring well-maintained bushes, small trees, and natural rock landscaping. Overhead, the sky is cloudy, casting diffused light on the peaceful, rustic scene.
Open Living Area
This open living space seamlessly combines the kitchen, living room, and a sleeping area under a vaulted pine wood ceiling with visible beams. Natural wood tones dominate, including the wide plank floors and ceiling, creating a warm rustic ambiance. The kitchen features vibrant blue cabinetry with a matching island, complemented by a modern stainless-steel refrigerator and blue tile backsplash. Pendant lights and ceiling fans provide lighting and airflow. White sofas face a flat-screen TV, while a bed with dark bedding sits nearby. Large windows fill the room with natural light and offer views of greenery outside.
Outdoor Bathroom
This outdoor bathroom features a rustic, open-air design under a sloping metal roof supported by wooden beams. A sleek black freestanding bathtub with clawfoot legs sits on dark wooden plank flooring. Adjacent to the tub, a raised shower area showcases a pebble-tiled floor framed with metallic edges and includes two modern showerheads. A large blue ceramic planter with a tall green plant adds natural color, complemented by hanging potted plants. Light floral curtains partially enclose the space, providing privacy while allowing views of lush greenery, creating a serene, nature-inspired bathing environment.
Covered Porch Gym
This covered porch area features rich wooden flooring and a wooden ceiling with exposed beams, enhancing a rustic, natural look. The porch is enclosed by bamboo railings topped with mesh or screen panels, allowing for greenery views while providing protection. Two woven, basket-style pendant lights hang from the ceiling, casting warm illumination. The space is used as a small home gym, with a weight bench and dumbbells placed on a vibrant, tropical-patterned area rug featuring orange, teal, and blue leaf designs. The porch has a natural, relaxed aesthetic blending outdoor elements with functional fitness equipment.
Bedroom Interior
A spacious bedroom featuring a vaulted ceiling with white beadboard paneling contrasted by exposed dark wooden beams. The room is dominated by a large bed with a simple frame and a striped gray-and-white bedspread. The bed is positioned in front of a window framed by white curtains, allowing natural light to filter through. Multiple windows along the adjacent walls enhance the airy feel, showcasing green outdoor foliage. The hardwood floors add warmth, partly covered by a large, light-toned area rug. Additional furniture includes a small wooden bedside table holding a lamp with a beige shade and a modern floor lamp beside it.
Living Area with Bed
The space combines a rustic living area and sleeping zone within a wooden cabin-like structure. The vaulted ceiling and walls showcase natural wood planks and dark beams, enhancing the cozy cabin aesthetic. A large off-white sectional sofa occupies the middle, facing a small turquoise TV stand holding a flat-screen television. Adjacent to the sofa sits a wooden coffee table. A bed covered with a dark textured blanket is positioned next to the sectional, near large windows that offer lush green outdoor views. Warm pendant lights and a ceiling fan complete the inviting room ambience.
Sunroom Workspace
This sunroom workspace features a warm, rustic design with natural wood-paneled walls and ceiling, accented by dark wood beams and trim. The floor is made of polished wooden planks, complementing the cabin-inspired aesthetic. A small white table stands in the center, adorned with a plant and decorative items, with blue storage bins underneath. Large windows and glass doors allow natural light to fill the room and reveal views of an adjoining covered porch space, which includes colorful furniture and children’s toys. A wooden door and a mix of modern and classic elements create a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Covered Outdoor Porch
This covered outdoor porch area features a rustic wooden ceiling with exposed beams and wide plank wood flooring. The space opens to an outdoor railing made of natural, vertically aligned wooden branches, blending with the surrounding greenery. A ceiling fan and pendant light fixtures with woven, basket-like shades add function and a casual, earthy aesthetic. A colorful rug and weight bench suggest this space doubles as a casual workout area. One side has a large window and door offering views into the adjacent indoor living space with warm wood tones and natural light.
Laundry Room and Toilet
This space combines a laundry area and a toilet within a rustic, wood-paneled room. The walls, ceiling, and floor are clad in rich, dark wood planks that add warmth and character. A washing machine and dryer with stainless steel tops are aligned beneath a large window, offering natural light and a view of lush greenery outside. Laundry detergents and cleaning supplies are visibly placed above the machines. Opposite the laundry appliances, a white utility sink stands next to a standard white toilet. Wooden shelves mounted on the wall hold small items and personal effects. Clothing hangs on a rod along one wall, featuring colorful hangers and varied textiles. The ceiling light fixtures are simple and provide functional illumination.
Rustic Kitchen
This kitchen features a charming rustic design with a wooden vaulted ceiling supported by dark wooden beams. The cabinets are painted a vibrant turquoise blue, contrasted by white upper cabinets and a white countertop on both the main counter and the central island. Stainless steel appliances, including a large refrigerator and a microwave, blend modern functionality with the rustic aesthetic. The backsplash consists of mosaic tiles in varying shades of blue, complementing the cabinetry. Natural light streams through a large window above the sink, overlooking greenery outside, adding warmth to the wooden floor and ceiling.
Screened Porch Exterior
A small screened porch attached to a house, featuring a sloped greenish corrugated metal roof supported by dark wooden beams. The porch is enclosed with mesh screens framed by wood, allowing a view of the cozy interior. Inside, a blue planter and hanging decorative elements are visible, along with a curtain providing privacy. The porch is surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant plants with broad leaves, including red and green foliage, set against a backdrop of dense trees and grass. The rustic wooden framework complements the natural setting, blending functionality with charm.
Listing Agent: Vegod Dutt of Real Broker LLC via Zillow
