Superior quality craftsmanship defines this custom home designed & built by Hawaii architect & master craftsman. Well-sited on beautifully landscaped grounds to optimize ocean breezes, privacy, and mountain view. This island-style home, with over 3100 sf under roof, is located in popular Hawaiian Paradise Park (HPP) subdivision on the east side of the Big Island of Hawaii. 10 blocks from the ocean, the 1 acre parcelsits in a sweet spot, "blue sky zone" of HPP - close enough to the ocean to take advantage of the cool breezes and ocean access without the harshness of the direct ocean spray. Where the average temperature is 77 degrees, the light-colored roofing, radiant barrier, and ceiling fans keep this house cool year-round! Located 15 miles from Hilo, where you can find shopping malls, restaurants, theaters, airport, post offices, hospital, harbor, marina, ocean parks, golf courses, hotels, planetarium, University of Hawaii at Hilo, farmers market, and much more. 5 miles from Kea'au or Pahoa, providing two shopping centers, gas, grocery and health food stores, restaurants, banks, post offices, police stations, etc. 300 ft from school bus pick up/drop off. A private elementary school and community center are located in the subdivision. Less than 5 minute bike ride to the ocean! Plenty of outdoor living areas, sound-insulated ground level bedrooms and family room make this very special home ideal for entertaining out-of-town guests or family. 2142 sf enclosed living area includes open plan kitchen/dining/living, family room, laundry, & walk in closets. Cathedral ceilings emphasize use of natural light and ventilation, augmented by architectural lighting and ceiling fans. Designer kitchen compliments cherry hardwood floors on upper level with maple cabinets, marble countertops, nickel finish hardware, and stainless steel appliances. Custom hardwood trim detailing and extensive use of natural materials throughout blend indoors with over 800 sf of additional covered outdoor living areas. Vinyl windows and mohagany french entry door/sidelite are trimmed in cherry-stained hardwood to match flooring. Maple blinds on windows compliment maple cabinets in kitchen and baths. Ground level spaces include over 800 sf of artistically crafted slate-tiled floors & walls on 2 lanais (patios), gazebo, spacious family room, and gorgeous semi-outdoor shower. Neutral-tone ceramic tile provides a clean look for two ground level bedrooms, baths, and laundry. Abundant storage space includes walk-in closets and 6x18 exterior access storage room. 20x20 lattice-screened detached carport doubles as entertainment pavilion along with gazebo in tropical garden setting of rare palms and native landscaping. Solar-lit palm-lined gravel drive and parking areas on-site allow space for up to 12 extracars and easy RV access. Public utility hookups include electric and telephone. House wiring includes CAT5. Satellite dish is available. Gutter and downspout system delivers plentiful supply of rainwater to 10,000 gallon galvanized metal catchment tank lined with food-grade vinyl. Water is filtered and purified by carbon filter and whole-house UV system. Appliances include: Large capacity washer and dryer, electric water heater, EnergyStar dishwasher, refrigerator, and propane stove/oven. Sinks and tubs feature designer satin nickel finish faucets.