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Forbes
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Forbes
For $30 Million You Could Live In Julia Roberts' Former Kaua‘i Oceanfront Estate
Limahuli Ocean Estate borrows its name—and its sweeping vistas—from the lush Limahuli Valley. Walk down a road in Kaua'i and you might just get a sore neck. This street, aptly named "End of the Road," commands you to look up—at emerald cliffs, mist-laced peaks and the drama of Mt. Makana. Keep going north—past waterfalls, taro fields and single-lane bridges—and you'll reach Hā'ena. Beyond that? The Kalalau Trail, gateway to the Nā Pali Coast and described by at least one YouTuber as "the most dangerous hike in the world." And just before the trail begins, sitting amongst rainforest and reef: Limahuli Ocean Estate. Sheer ridgelines supply all the drama, while a soft, green slope down to the water kisses the waves. What sets this property apart? For starters, 400 linear feet of private beachfront. Surf breaks just steps away. More than 8 acres of gently undulating land, punctuated by freshwater springs and near-daily rainbows. 'You really do see rainbows all the time,' says listing agent Neal Norman of Hawai'i Life. Paradise in its purest sense. And then there's the celebrity cachet. Records show the estate was once home to actress Julia Roberts and her husband, cinematographer Danny Moder. During their ownership, they enlisted acclaimed architects Walker Warner for a full-scale renovation. Every sightline in the main living pavilion floats toward the surf. The updates were comprehensive: hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, upgraded landscaping. There's also a 490-square-foot sunken infinity pool with a wooden deck, perfectly positioned for gazing into the landscape. Sustainability features include Tesla batteries, solar panels and a whole-property water-filtration system. Inside, the design stays true to its rustic, coastal soul. White walls, natural wood tones and exposed beams lend warmth without pretense. The single-story, low-profile home houses three bedrooms—nothing oversized or ostentatious. Here, scale belongs to the mountain. Tropical foliage weaves a natural privacy screen, though solitude is innate—the closest neighbor sits well out of sight. A detached guest cottage adds a private bonus room, while one of the main house's guest bedrooms now serves as a sleek, air-conditioned gym. According to Norman, though, air conditioning might be more of a luxury than a necessity. Kaua'i boasts "perfect weather," with temperatures rarely climbing above 90 or dipping below 60 degrees. Throughout, indoor-outdoor living sets the relaxed island tone. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows blur the lines, framing views that stretch endlessly. 'You're surrounded by Tahiti-style cliffs, green and steep, with waterfalls pouring down,' adds Norman. It would be churlish not to let that in. Transom windows travel to the roof's apex, letting the house keep its sleek, low-slung profile while flooding the interior with sun and sightlines. Despite the seclusion, the estate sits just 15 minutes from Hanalei, a postcard of a town dotted with surf shops, food trucks and local charm. Life here blends retreat with adventure. And there's room to grow. Limahuli spans three contiguous parcels, offering potential for expansion. 'You could build two more homes,' Norman notes. 'Or leave it as is and enjoy the openness. That's what makes it a legacy property.' The island's North Shore has long attracted famous names. Mark Zuckerberg, Owen Wilson, Oprah Winfrey, Jeff Bezos have all planted roots nearby. You'd even recognize the island in a few of box-office hits—the Jurassic Park franchise, Raiders of the Lost Ark and the 2011 George Clooney vehicle, The Descendants, to name a few. But the draw isn't the starry spotlight. It's the stillness. 400 uninterrupted feet of beach grant the estate true barefoot access to the Pacific. In Hawaiian tradition, the land—'āina—is considered to be a living being. Sacred. Capable of healing. And in places like Limahuli, that belief feels less like folklore and more like fact. Here, the cliffs are ancestral. The ocean, restorative. The daily rainbows? A reminder that nature, when honored, offers both refuge and renewal. Hawai'i Life is a director member of Forbes Global Properties, an invitation-only network of top-tier brokerages worldwide and the exclusive real estate partner of Forbes.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
UH Fashion Show to express ‘Lasting Legacies'
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Students in the University of Hawaii at Manoa's Fashion Design and Merchandise program are making the final preparations for their annual fashion show. KHON2 got a special preview of the show and how it will play out. This year's theme is 'Lasting Legacies,' which is appropriate because, unfortunately, this is the last year the show will be produced in this fashion. Kaua'i teen graduates high school, college at the same time According to the school's public relations specialist, Kelly Nitta, this year will feature the biggest collection of senior designers since 2009. 'We have 12 seniors, each with their own videography, as well as their own unique booths. All the models, juniors and seniors and senior designers will be walking the catwalk, as well as the juniors walking into the Campus Center courtyard,' Nitta explained. Senior Edelina Bagaporo will be presenting her collection 'Grow Up, Diva.' Bagaporo explained that her collection is inspired by how she started out in fashion design in the first place. 'I think that my artistry is heavily informed by my lived experience,' she said. 'I always wanted to pursue fashion as a career from a young age. I think it offers such a nice, seamless transition into my post-grad where I want to pursue fashion as a career, so it's my past and my present and my future all in one.'Aunty Johnnie Ladera highlights Pacific Asian art in her designs. 'I like koi fish, I like the cherry blossom, of course I like my lehua blossoms and pua kenikeni. So, that is where my inspiration comes from,' said Ladera. Some of her designs feature upcycled material. In fact, she created a pair of pants made from her own wedding gown. 'The skirt of my wedding gown, and I just embellished it with heat-vinyl transfer. The top is a thrifted dress and then the neoprene from our lab, I added it into that.' 'When this is done, I am looking to work on a children's line and if things work out, I would like to continue teaching beginner classes at the Muumuu Library. It's a community space and everyone is welcome to come,' said Ladera. Check out more news from around Hawaii The department's annual fashion show will take place at UH Manoa. Doors will open at 4 p.m. and the show starts at 5 p.m. For all the information, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Kaua‘i girl graduates high school, college at the same time
KAPA'A, Hawai'i (KHON2) — Two accomplishments at once. A Kaua'i student is making history on the island as she prepares to walk the graduation stage not once, but twice in May. Veronica 'Bonnie' Nagahisa is a senior at Kapaʻa High School and will receive her high school diploma on May 23. Where will the 50th State Fair be held this year? But before she gets to walk for her high school graduation, Bonnie has to graduate from college first. The Hawai'i Department of Education announced that Bonnie will receive her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Chaminade University on Saturday, May 3. 'I've always taken pride in my education. I've always loved reading, writing and just learning in general. So my mom proposed that I take some beginner college classes,' Bonnie said. At the end of her sophomore year, HIDOE said she had completed the requirements for high school and her associate's degree.'I made it a point to still go to high school even though I was done so I could interact. I went to all of the football games, volleyball games and I took part in the National Honor Society,' she said. This summer, Bonnie will head back to Chaminade to begin her journey to a Master's of Education. 'I'm going to get to dive into that English that I wanted to learn about initially, so I'm very excited to further my education in that way.' After she meets her educational goals, Bonnie looks forward to giving back to her Kaua'i community by becoming a teacher. 'I believe that all students deserve a high-quality education and an educator who cares about them. And I believe that I can do that.' Check out more news from around Hawaii And for other Hawai'i students who are trying to carve the same path, Bonnie said the most important thing is to maintain balance. 'At the end of the day, whatever you're striving for — big or small — it's essential to make space for joy, peace and connection. Those things help ease the stress that often comes with pursuing your goals.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Hawaiʻi's Eternal Flame Memorial burns once again
HONOLULU (KHON2) — After nearly a week of work, the flame in the Eternal Flame Memorial is burning once again. Army removes, reposts website documenting Japanese-American WWII soldiers On Friday, March 28, the Department of Accounting and General Services announced the flame was temporarily out due to a blocked gas line, something they said is a rare occurrence. Even though the blocked line did not pose a threat to the public's safety, state officials turned off the gas for the time being. After further investigation, officials determined that the interior of the copper tubing had flaked off, causing a blockage and preventing gas flow from reaching the from DAGS and Hawai'i Gas Co. worked tirelessly to remove the copper tubing and replace it with a 3/4″ galvanized pipe. 'DAGS credits Hawaiʻi Gas for working quickly alongside our crew to ensure the memorial works properly to best honor the memory of the military service members the flame burns for.' DAGS Director and Comptroller Keith Regan reminds the public that the Eternal Flame burns in remembrance of the Dec. 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor and honors those who lost their lives defending our freedom. Check out more news from around Hawaii The sculpture was created by Kaua'i sculptor Bumpei Akaji, a 442nd Regimental Combat Team veteran and is part of the collection of the Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Yahoo
Georgia town has received over a dozen rankings, including the cheapest Spring Break trip
A town in Georgia has been ranked as one of the best places in the country for spring breakers, according to U.S. News & World Reports. Spring Break is generally a week in the month of March, depending on school calendars. Many students are planning their trips, trying to be cost efficient. Savannah has been ranked among the cheapest destinations for this trip, also recognized for its appeal to culture hounds, foodies and partygoers. "This charming Georgia town is within driving distance of many East Coast hubs, so you won't have to shell out extra cash for a flight," the report noted. "Many top attractions are free to explore (including the nearby Tybee Island beaches), and the historic district doesn't impose open container laws, so you can take your cocktails to go as you barhop along River (Street)." The city also received a dozen other recognitions on this websites reports, here are its other rankings. Panama City Beach was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 14. See other rankings for cheap Spring Break trips: Panama City Beach Yosemite National Park Outer Banks Grand Canyon National Park Key West New Orleans Daytona Beach Sanibel Island Myrtle Beach Playa del Carmen San Diego Key Largo South Padre Island Savannah Savannah is ranked No. 1. Texas Hill Country was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 3. Charleston, South Carolina was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 3. Belize was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 5. Cannon Beach was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 6. The Berkshires was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 6. New York City was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 13. Kaua'i was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 14. Lanai was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 14. New York City was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 15. Glacier National Park was ranked No. 1, but Savannah was ranked No. 15. Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@ This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Cheapest Spring Break destinations include Savannah
