HAVEN OF THE DAY

Along Kauai’s sunny South Shore in Poipu, one penthouse-style beachfront condo captures the feeling of being “above it all,” pairing fourth-floor elevation with panoramic ocean views. Sunrises and sunsets unfold from every room, while an exceptionally large 1,000-square-foot, ocean-view lanai turns indoor–outdoor living into the home’s defining rhythm. Set within a resort-like, family-friendly complex with tropical grounds, koi ponds, a pool, and outdoor BBQ dining, the air-conditioned residence also offers the comfort and convenience suited to longer stays.

Southern Colorado’s high desert has a quiet appeal for those who value space, self-reliance, and a lighter touch of oversight. This one 20-acre parcel in Costilla County captures that spirit with flat, open land, no HOA, and minimal restrictions—an increasingly rare combination. Maintained B-road access keeps the setting practical, while nearby US-285 and CO-159 make supplies and travel manageable. From solar and homesteading to RV living or a future homesite, the possibilities remain intentionally flexible.

Along St. Thomas’s Smith Bay, this one villa captures the easy cadence of island living through panoramic water views and a design that keeps the horizon in constant sight. A two-story 1-bedroom, 2-bath layout pairs flexibility with a light, airy coastal interior, elevated by cathedral wood plank ceilings. Two extended corner balconies deepen the indoor-outdoor rhythm, opening broad angles over Sapphire Marina, St. John, and nearby cays. Offered fully furnished, it suits low-friction ownership with short-term rental potential.

Across Oregon and Washington, this quintet of properties traces a lifestyle-first map of the Northwest, where character and capability matter as much as square footage. In Salem, a rare three-bedroom loft inside the storied Starkey-McCully building brings downtown walkability and historic texture. Beyond the city, acreage and utility define the collection: cross-fenced Goldendale farms and view homes with shops, gardens, and flexible use, a West Tumalo parcel facing BLM and national forest, and a La Pine retreat built around a serious workshop and RV-ready infrastructure.

North Charleston’s 2677 Louise Drive captures the appeal of a move-in-ready home that keeps ownership simple. Built in 2003, it pairs meaningful recent updates—an HVAC system replaced in 2023 and an architectural shingle roof added in 2022—with practical comforts like durable wood-look hard-surface flooring and the absence of popcorn ceilings. A refrigerator and stacked washer/dryer convey, reinforcing its turnkey feel. With no HOA, this one property favors low-maintenance living in a well-connected setting.