Puunoa Estates Active Homes

Puunoa Estates is a gated agricultural estate community situated on the hillside slopes directly south of Lahaina town, comprising 24 gated parcels of five or more acres within two phases of 14 lots each, plus four non-gated parcels along the Lahaina Bypass. Lots range from five to over 37 acres, all agriculturally zoned and positioned to deliver sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Lanai, Molokai, and Kahoolawe, with Lahaina town and the coastline visible directly below. Unlike the broader Mahanalua Nui community to the south, Puunoa Estates prohibits CPRs within the gated section, preserving single-ownership parcels and preventing the cottage-subdivision structure common elsewhere in Launiupoko. Agricultural zoning permits both a main residence and — subject to current county rules — a guest cottage on each parcel, and many owners utilize their acreage for equestrian facilities, small farms, or extensive tropical gardens. The community's location places it approximately 1.5 miles from Lahaina town and 2.3 miles from Launiupoko Beach Park.

Puunoa Estates' 24 gated parcels and CPR prohibition distinguish it clearly from the broader Launiupoko community — ownership here means a single fee simple estate on five or more acres, without the subdivided unit structure that defines most of the surrounding hillside. With lots of this scale and the prohibition on CPR subdivision, turnover is infrequent and transactions are often conducted with discretion. Buyers should be aware that the August 2023 Lahaina fire came close to but did not enter the gated community, and that a 2018 wildfire did impact some properties — fire risk and defensible space planning are relevant considerations for any acquisition here. Mary Anne Fitch has direct knowledge of Puunoa Estates, having previously listed vacant lots within the community. Contact Mary Anne directly for current and off-market availability.