Luxe Living

Jen Aniston and boyfriend Justin Theroux lit the gossip world on fire back in August when they jetted off to Hawaii after just a few short months of dating to celebrate his 40th birthday. While on the island, they were photographed doing all kinds vacation-like activities, including wearing Hawaiian leis upon their arrival, taking leisurely strolls for coffee, shopping, cuddling and more. On their romantic holiday, the duo shacked up in the “Villa at Secret Beach,” a sprawling estate on an ocean bluff of exclusive Kauapea Road.

We’ve seen stunning aerial photos of the estate across the web, but now we’re taking you inside the estate to get a glimpse at what it’s like to vacation like Jennifer Aniston. At a rumored $7,000-a-night price tag, what did the in-love duo experience on their holiday? A sure answer is absolute luxury.

The home is described as a peaceful, private sanctuary: modern luxury woven into a uniquely Hawaiian landscape. The three bedroom, four bath, 3,104 square foot home is located on just over four acres, with unobstructed, panoramic views of the verdant north shore, including Kauai’s signature Mount Makana (“Bali Hai”) and the dazzling coastline. The living room and bedrooms open up to allow the fresh island air to flow throughout. The home also features a pool and hot tub.

According to the in-the-know folks at Celebrity Address Aerials, the property was built in 1996 and sold at auction in November 2010 to an unknown buyer for $4.2 million.

In honor of the official start of the colder season, we thought we’d lust after some seriously stunning real estate in Hawaii. Warm all year-round and home to some of the most stunning surf and sand in the world, Hawaii is a go-to for those seeking an endless summer. Anyone who is seriously serious about sun worshiping might be interested in this stunning for-sale home in Lahaina, a quaint tourist town on the west coast of Maui.

This particular award-winning, $9,995,000 property was featured on HGTV’s show, House Hunters on Vacation, and was built for the resort lifestyle. The 5-bedroom, 7-bathroom home features designer furnishings and quality materials such as quartzite flooring, blue Macuba granite and maple wood cabinets and trim. An elevator connects the lower and upper floor, and each bedroom has its own bath and private spaces. The chef’s kitchen is perfect for entertaining with generous space and loaded with amenities. Kapalua Place is a gated community nestled on the white sand beach at Oneloa Bay. This home at Kapalua Place has outstanding ocean and outer island views and great cross ventilation. You will just want to open up the windows and enjoy the sweet ocean breeze from your own piece of paradise.

Summer is officially over, but it doesn’t mean we can’t daydream about a tropical vacation. While some people think only of resorts and hotels on our farthest-South state of Hawaii, there is actually a plethora of stunning properties on all of the islands. Whether you’re looking on the island for a vacation home or a primary residence, this home is definite beauty. Let’s peek inside a home that sits perched atop a hill in the tourist-friendly city of Honolulu.

Panoramic views across Honolulu enhance this exquisite and spacious Island estate. Luxurious interiors open onto a large swimming pool, manicured grounds and inviting lanais (Hawaiian for a good old-fashioned porch or patio). With six bedrooms, six full and two partial bathrooms and 11,323 square feet, the main home offers entertainment on a grand scale while emphasizing a very livable floorplan. The house has a large master suite, a gourmet kitchen, home gym, spa and more! Located within a gated compound, this $9.9M stunner is just minutes from downtown Honolulu and International airport. Whomever picks up this property should expects lots and lots of  visitors!

John Peterson of Coldwell Banker holds the listing