Orchid Isle Dog Fancier Club to Host AKC All Breed Dog Show in Hilo – February 18, 19, 20

February 2nd, 2012 No Comments

Orchid Island Dog Fanciers winner

This is "GRCH Lynroc Paint The Sky Akirene" taking a Group 2 at last year's show

The Orchid Island Dog Fancier Club Inc. (OIDFC) will be celebrating their 100th anniversary of hosting an American Kennel Club sanctioned All Breed Dog Show here on the Big Island. This momentous occasion will take place at the Edith Kanaka’ole Multi Purpose Stadium in Hilo on February 18, 19, and 20, 2012. The event is one of two AKC cluster shows held on the Big Island each year. The second cluster is held in October. OIDFC was founded in 1973 and is a non-profit organization that promotes the sport of purebred dogs and responsible pet ownership through various activities and training classes offered throughout the year. In recent years, approximately 150 dogs representing 50 breeds have entered at this event with several entries traveling from outer islands–all competing for the coveted “Best In Show” title.

This year the Saturday event will mark the club’s 100th AKC all-breed dog show. A special “Parade of Titleholders” for any dog holding an AKC Title that has competed at these events over past years will be added, as well as additional entries for the “Best Puppy” in show.

Lisa M. Parker, R(S)

Lisa M. Parker, R(S)

The American Kennel Club (AKC) sanctions all breed dog shows throughout the year on the Big Island, Maui, and Oahu. Island shows held at centralized venues offer dog owners enough points per win to allow most owners to complete their dog’s AKC championship without having to fly to the mainland. Show hours are from 9am to 3pm. Admission is free, so please come join in the fun and cheer for your favorite breed!

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LUXURY PORTFOLIO: Gracious Island-style Living in North Kona’s Kahakai Estates

January 31st, 2012 No Comments

MLS 251183  |  Bedrooms: 4  |  Baths:  3.5  |  Sq Ft: 3,229

Kahakai_Estates

Designed to capture Kona Coast sunsets and coastline views, this lanai is ideal for entertaining

Luxury_PortfolioThe newest addition to Clark Realty Corporation’s Luxury Portfolio InternationalTM collection of distinctive Big Island listings, this North Kona home is designed for gracious island-style indoor/outdoor living.

The open floor plan, high ceilings and large rooms create a welcoming ambiance. The master suite and two guest suites (each with a walk-in closet) offer views of the Kona-Kohala Coast as well as privacy. The large covered lanai and pool make enjoying Hawaii’s tropical climate a pleasure.

Many additional custom finishes and features, such as a teak-trimmed cupola and teak doorways and baseboards, make this home a truly distinctive residence. Learn more about MLS 251183 here or view a photo slide show here. If you would like to arrange a tour of the property, please contact Georgia “Gae” Callaway, R, Broker-in-Charge of our Keauhou office.

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Exploring the Big Island: A Submarine Adventure in Kailua Kona

January 30th, 2012 3 Comments

Undersea adventure in Kona

An under-the-sea adventure on the Atlantis Adventures submarine in Kailua Kona

Hawaii Adventures in Our Own Back Yard

One of the best parts of having friends and family come to visit us in Kailua-Kona is that it prompts us to get out to enjoy activities we as kama’aina sometimes “forget” to find the time to do. As part of the agenda during a recent family visit, we planned to do the submarine tour with Kona’s Atlantis Adventures. Since I hadn’t been on the submarine tour before, I was excited to hear that this was something our guests were very much looking forward to and that we were going to be able to join them!

We checked in at the Kailua-Kona pier, where we boarded the Atlantis transport boat. Within minutes were off to climb aboard the submarine, where (with the Indiana Jones theme playing in the background) a sense of adventure took over!

It was awesome to be able to look out the portholes, at first seeing the sun shining above as we made our way deep underwater. There was a full tour (nearly all of the sub’s 48 seats were in use), but each person still had a GREAT look-out window and the cool air-conditioned comfort was the perfect setting for our family outing.

Exploring the Coral Reef Ecosystem

The tour itself was a little over 35 minutes, with the sub descending over 100 feet below the surface. We toured two shipwrecks and an amazing 25-acre, 18,000-year-old coral reef bursting with activity. We also canvassed the sea bottom in search of activity. Unfortunately, we didn’t spot any hammerhead sharks (which I had been hoping to see), humpback whales or creepy eels that day, but all-in-all, it was a TON of fun and we did see a tremendous amount of ocean life! I definitely recommend this adventure to friends and family!

(Atlantis also offers a great kama’aina discount to local residents that also applies to members in their party, so be sure to mention that when making your reservation!)

Please contact Marco A Silva, R for information about the West Hawaii real estate market or about relocation to the Big Island of Hawaii.

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Clark Realty Welcomes Jewel Victorino to Our Hilo Office Staff

January 30th, 2012 No Comments

Jewel Victorino

Jewel Victorino

Clark Realty Corporation is pleased to announce that Jewel Victorino has joined our Hilo office staff as our new Administrative Assistant. Jewel is well-known in the real estate community in East Hawaii–she has worked in the real estate industry for nearly 7 years in a similar position with a Hawaii brokerage. Originally from California, Jewel has lived on the Big Island for over 10 years. She is the mother of twins who will be turning 2 soon and is fluent in Tagalog.

Those of us who have had the pleasure of working with her know Jewel to be a positive, encouraging, motivated and knowledgeable professional who has a special talent for maintaining grace and composure on even the most busy and challenging days at the office.

Welcome Jewel! We are very excited to have you as part of our team!

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday Noon to 4pm: The Very Best of Villas at Keauhou Estates

January 27th, 2012 No Comments

MLS 251004  |  List Price: $749,000  |  Bedrooms: 2, Baths: 2  |  Sq Ft:  1,612

MLS 251004 Open House

Approaching perfection - this Villas at Keauhou Estates home is fully furnished with island-style decor

View map, additional photos and property details for MLS 251004

Cindy Whittemore, R(S)

Cindy Whittemore, R(S)

This Villas at Keauhou Estates unit is simply exquisite–the owners have done everything possible to make it as perfect as it can be, in a tasteful style with utmost quality. See it for yourself on Sunday afternoon at our Open House, part of Clark Realty’s Islandwide Sell-abration event!

For directions to this property or for more information about MLS 251004, please contact me.

Custom features include:

  • A professionally designed kitchen with custom Koa cabinetry by Wick Rice, a Black Beauty slab granite countertop with coordinating glass tile backsplash, a Koa eating and serving counter and Koa window trim, premium appliances (cabinet-front kitchen refrigerator and dishwasher, Dacor cook-top, wall oven, warming drawer), a lighted pantry and built-in wine cooler, and abundant lighting (under-cabinet, recessed and up-light)
Villas at Keauhou Estates

Custom Koa cabinetry, Black Beauty granite and premium appliances make this kitchen stand out

Other custom features:

  • Brazilian Cherry hardwood flooring in living room and hall
  • Custom window treatments
  • Porcelain tile in kitchen, guest bath and laundry room
  • Walk-in master bedroom closet with built-in safe
  • Built-in book case and plentiful linen storage
  • Carrier energy efficient zoned A/C system–new in 2011
  • Home alarm system
  • Utility room with washer/dryer, plus utility sink and storage cabinet
  • Extended wrap-around and tiled lanai with retractable sunscreens
  • Lanai wet bar with Dacor refrigerator, custom backsplash
  • Vacuflo vacuum system with Hide-A-Hose–new in 2011
  • Two-car garage with attic access for extra storage
  • Custom landscaping in entry, lawn and surrounding gardens
  • Villas at Keauhou is gated for security
  • Amenities include: pool, spa, tennis courts, recreation area, on-site manager
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