Beautifully updated and upgraded custom 1,363 sq ft home located less than 400 yards from the ocean and just two blocks from an oceanfront park. Situated in the sunny Hawaiian Shores area of the Big Island, this property offers the best of coastal living with modern conveniences nearby. Pahoa Town is less than 6 miles away for banking, restaurants, pharmacies, open markets, health food stores, and medical services. This single-story 3 bedroom, 2 bath home was built with quality materials and expert craftsmanship and designed for durability and low maintenance. Interior features include recessed lighting, Pergo flooring, cherry wood kitchen cabinets, and a custom granite kitchen bar with pendant lighting. Etched glass French doors lead into the front office or guest bedroom. The second guest bedroom has a built-in desk. Further down the hall is the full-sized guest bathroom. The spacious primary suite located at the back of the home for maximum peacefulness has access to a private screened in lanai plus the en-suite bathroom includes a custom-tiled handicap-friendly shower. Enjoy indoor-outdoor island living on one of the front or back lanais featuring custom-slated tile mosaics and tongue-and-groove ceilings. Exterior finishes include custom lava veneer entry pillars, cement board siding, and cedar ceilings. The fenced yard sits on a tropically landscaped 9,100 sq ft lot. The finished 525 sq ft attached two-car garage offers flexible space for parking, storage, or additional interior use. The washer and dryer are located here. The property also features a gated entrance and pet friendly fencing. Utilities include private water (no catchment), septic system, high-speed cable and fiber-optic internet, mail delivery, and paved county roads with no active homeowner's association or fees. Located just three streets from the ocean, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a home by the sea with comfort, quality, and convenience.