Pukanala Llanes

REAL ESTATE AGENT | BROKER IN CHARGE

About

ALOHA MAI KĀKOU!

My name is Puka, and I am a proud native of Hawai’i. I was born on the beautiful island of Maui and grew up in the town of Kailua-Kona on Hawai’i Island. After dedicating many years to the hospitality industry, I realized my true passion was supporting and uplifting others in their real estate goals.

As the Broker in Charge at Go Luxe Realty, I specialize in helping clients buy and sell residential real estate across the Big Island, as well as providing long term property management services in the Kona area. In addition, I oversee our agent mentorship program, where I guide and support new agents as they grow their careers.

I am passionate about educating my clients on the latest housing market trends and guiding them through each step of the buying, selling, or property management process. My commitment is to deliver exceptional customer service with every transaction, ensuring that each client feels informed and confident. I also serve on the Board of Directors for the West Hawaii Association of Realtors, where I collaborate with fellow professionals to strengthen and enhance the real estate industry in our region.
The motivation behind my work comes from raising three wonderful children. I strive to instill in them the core values that guide my life:
Pono: Live with integrity.
Malama: Take care of one another.
‘Olu’olu: Always be kind.
I look forward to making a positive impact in the lives of those I serve and upholding these values in all that I do.
Pukanala Llanes, Big Island Hawaii Realtor and Broker

Discover Our Featured Listings

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$34m
$5,829
Active
72-3177 PUNALOA PL
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
6
Beds
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7
Baths
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3.36
Acres
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Property owners are extended the opportunity to apply to the Kukio Golf & Beach Club: an oceanfront private club with world class amenities including Tom Fazio designed 18-hole Championship Golf Course and 10-hole short course, two clubhouses with private dining, sports complex, ocean pursuits center, and a comprehensive indoor and outdoor spa. Gatehouse entry with 24-hour manned security.
Residential
MLS# 726361 Kukio Properties
$33m
$5,197
Active
72-1174 KEKAHAWAIOLE DR
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
5
Beds
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6
Baths
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3
Garage
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Brand-new luxury residence on a spacious 1.02-acre homesite within the prestigious gated community of Kaupulehu. Offered fully furnished and move-in ready, this exceptional estate features 6, 350 sq. ft. of interior living space and 1, 635 sq. ft. of lanai space, with five ensuite bedrooms, five full baths, and one half bath, thoughtfully designed for seamless indoor-outdoor island living. Ownership includes privileged access to the Kaupulehu Beach Club, featuring a two-tiered swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, expansive event lawn, bar and dining pavilion, and a pathway to a secluded black-sand beach, offering an unparalleled resort-style experience. Signature Details: • 6, 350 sq. ft. of refined interior living space and 1, 635 sq. ft. of resort-style lanai space • Five ensuite bedrooms, five full baths, and one half bath • Fully furnished and move-in ready for effortless Kaupulehu living • Designer kitchen featuring premium appliances • Expansive great room with pocketing doors that open to outdoor entertaining areas • Elegant primary suite offering a serene, retreat-style ambiance • Welcoming guest suites thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy • Luxury craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and sophisticated island-inspired design throughout • 964 sq. ft. three-car garage with ample room for vehicles, golf carts, and storage • Situated on a private 1.02-acre homesite offering exceptional privacy and tranquility • 24-hour access-controlled community • Panoramic ocean and mountain vistas overlooking a 214-acre cultural preserve rich in Hawaiian history More than a home, this is a statement of lifestyle, privacy, and elevated Hawaiian living. A newly built sanctuary where luxury meets the landscape, framed by breathtaking ocean and mountain vistas that create an extraordinary backdrop for everyday life.
Residential
MLS# 731430 Corcoran Pacific Properties
$30m
$10,159
Active
1711 PEE RD
Koloa, HI 96756
4
Beds
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4
Baths
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0.59
Acres
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Behold! The most dramatic oceanfront setting and vista situated along the coastline in all of Poipu. Hale Moku (Ship House in Hawaiian) was originally built in 1936 and remodeled over the years, cleverly designed and constructed on a solid lava rock outcropping safely above the waterfront with semi-circular decks off the living room and master (primary) bedroom above, facing the ocean - all which give the strong sense of being on the bow of a ship piercing and advancing through the incoming rolling waves below. The subject property encompasses three contiguous parcels adding up to approximately 25, 586 sf. The main living area consists of 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a separate attached fully self-contained caretakers' quarters. This property is located on the southwestern most point of the US offering unobstructed views of 50+ square miles of the South Pacific horizon with panoramic views from Makahuena, the Poipu coastline, Spouting Horn, and the Island of Niihau in the distance. As you relax and take in the views, you actually experience a feeling of totally immersing yourself within an invaluable living painting that is forever changing as the days pass with breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, incomparable to anywhere else on the planet. One also experiences watching innumerable turtles frolicking in the surf and gathering in Turtle Cove below and schools of Spinner dolphins cruising by as they meander down the coast. You may also enjoy watching Humpback Whales breaching nearby between November and April as they migrate from Alaska to the warm Hawaiian waters during the wintertime to give birth to their offspring. Poipu and Shipwrecks beaches are only a leisurely 10-minute walk away with several excellent restaurants within walking distance, as well. Your biggest challenge owning or having the privilege in staying at Hale Moku is ever leaving, once you are there... Listing includes two additional parcels, TMK 4-2-8-20-060 (Lot A) and TMK 4-2-5-20-061 (Lot C).
Residential
MLS# 715459 Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kauai
$28.9m
$3,696
Active
68-1339 KANIKU DR
Kamuela, HI 96743
5
Beds
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8
Baths
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1.38
Acres
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Gracefully positioned in one of the most coveted communities on the Kohala Coast of the Big lsland of Hawaii, this oceanfront 7, 844 -square-foot residence on 1.38 acres at the Cape at Mauna Lani offers five bedrooms, seven and a half baths, a spacious media room and a private office, designed by renowned Lucky Bennett to capture sweeping ocean, fairway, mountain and sunset views. A formal entry with waterfalls and ponds creates a dramatic reveal of the great room and the Pacific beyond. Inside, soaring ceilings, Brazilian cherry and flamed granite floors and architectural symmetry define the expansive living space. A striking fireplace wall framed by custom wood paneling and curated niches anchors the room, while disappearing pocket doors open completely to the oceanfront lanai, infinity-edge pools and spa that appear to merge seamlessly with the ocean. The warm chef inspired kitchen features rich, custom cabinetry, generous workspace and a seamless connection to the dining area, outdoor gathering area and ocean beyond. The primary suite is situated on the south corner in a private wing with fairway and ocean frontage and his and her spa-inspired baths. Guest bedroom suites are thoughtfully separated for privacy. The dedicated media room, overlooking the ponds and waterfalls provides an immersive retreat for film and entertainment, while the private office offers a quiet, light-filled workspace with inspiring coastal vistas. Manicured lawns, charming sculptures, lava rock walls, and curated tropical landscaping frame the infinity pool and spa. The property has rare dual frontage—dramatic ocean cliffs and emerald fairways on the other. This is a legacy residence, an architectural statement, dramatic and timeless.
Residential
MLS# 727861 Corcoran Pacific Properties
$28.5m
$2,762
Active
4200 ANINI VISTA DR
Kilauea, HI 96754
6
Beds
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8
Baths
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6.87
Acres
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Set on 6.87 acres above Anini Reef on Kaua‘i’s North Shore, this bluff-top estate is defined by its rim lot position and scale. The site allows for a distribution of structures and separation not achievable on smaller parcels along this stretch of coastline. Contemporary architecture is set low against the land, oriented to capture light, trade winds, and views across ocean, reef, and mountains. From sunrise over Kīlauea Lighthouse and the shores of Secret Beach, to Kalihiwai Bay at sunset, the view shifts throughout the day. The reef below moves between turquoise and deep blue as light and clouds move across it. Dolphins are visible from the bluff, and in season, humpback whales often pass by with their calves. The residence is composed as a connected series of pavilions, linked by covered walkways and lanais that move through the landscape as a single home. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls and sliding doors open each space to the outdoors, while the surrounding grounds reinforce privacy and separation. The primary suite is set apart. Three guest suites anchor the main residence. Detached guest residence and gym are private and self-contained, each with independent entry and orientation. Reef and ocean views extend from nearly every room. Set within Anini Vista at the end of a gated cul-de-sac with no through traffic. Princeville is minutes away. Hanalei within easy reach. Property Highlights: 18, 210 sq ft under roof 10, 320 sq ft of interior living space Primary suite with its own structure Three additional guest suites Detached guest residence Gym Media room Office Lagoon-style saltwater pool with grotto, waterfalls, bridge, and spa Air conditioning throughout
Residential
MLS# 728630 Hawaii Life
$24.9m
$3,944
Active
68-1115 HONOKAOPE PL
Kamuela, HI 96743
7
Beds
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9
Baths
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3
Garage
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Kilohana sits on a 1.4-acre front-row site at the end of a private drive within the 49 Black Sand Beach neighborhood at Mauna Lani. Honoka’ope Bay, with its black sand beach and private community beach club, is less than a 90 second walk from the home. Overlooking the 7th hole of Mauna Lani’s south course, the property has over 275 feet of frontage on views of the ocean, waves crashing on the shoreline, Maui, and sunsets from four of the bedrooms and all living areas. The improvements are laid out as a small village retreat, with mature landscaping and stone pathways leading to the many private locations on the property, and include a solar field and putting green with a 45-yard pitch to the green. On the south side of the property, adjacent to the golf course buffer, sits the 1, 750 square foot ocean view primary suite with a spacious two-station office, two full bathrooms, a large shower garden, and full laundry facilities. On the north side of the property are two detached 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 1, 300 square foot guest hale, each with its own laundry facility and between the two hale, are an additional four outdoor shower gardens. The numerous pocket doors throughout beckon you to a 1, 656 square foot lanai including a 600 square foot grand covered lanai with wet bar, dining area, sunken barbecue, with smoker and cooktop; almost 8, 000 sf of indoor/outdoor living at its best! Large 3 car garage with private entrance, as well. The home was designed by Lucky Bennett and built by Clever Construction to exacting standards, which include mahogany pocket doors, windows, floors and trim, vaulted ceilings, a variety of custom stone and tile used throughout and a lengthy list of designer furnishings and art included in the sale. Meticulously designed and cared for by an owner who is in the real estate development business!
Residential
MLS# 725915 Hawaii Life
$23m
$2,402
Active
5-7534 KUHIO HWY
Haena, HI 96714
8
Beds
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12
Baths
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2
Garage
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A single oceanfront compound fronting Tunnels Beach, in Hāʻena on Kauaʻi’s north shore, joins two individually deeded parcels offered together as one. Nearly three acres run the full depth from Kūhiō Highway to the beach, with approximately 250 feet of beachfront. The principal residence stands at the water, circular in plan, its broad lānai and walls of glass open to the Pacific. Set back among the palms, the second is a wood plantation home beneath a terracotta-colored metal roof, offering four additional bedrooms with mountain, garden, and filtered ocean views. Open lawn runs unbroken to the beach, with mature gardens, a screened pavilion, and a tennis court. The oceanfront residence is fully renovated and in exceptional condition; both homes are fully air conditioned and carry solar and Tesla Powerwall battery storage. Together, the compound offers approximately 9, 575 square feet and eight bedrooms in one of Hāʻena’s most significant oceanfront holdings. The Napali Coast, with its dramatic terrain and renowned hiking trails, is just a short drive to the “end of the road.” Hanalei’s charming town and crescent bay are approximately 15 minutes away, offering world-class dining and surf, while Princeville’s golf courses, shopping, and resort amenities are just beyond.
Residential
MLS# 731346 Hawaii Life
$22.95m
$5,001
Active
2818 KAMOOKOA RD
Kilauea, HI 96754
6
Beds
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5
Baths
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3
Garage
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Silverfarms Ranch is a North Shore sanctuary where water, mountains, and open pasture converge across more than 237 acres of remarkable Kaua‘i landscape. Set beneath the towering ridges of Mount Namahana, the property offers streams, waterfalls, swimming holes, and sweeping views that capture the essence of Kaua‘i’s natural beauty. With two existing residences, equestrian facilities, and future building potential, the ranch presents a rare opportunity to create a multi-generational estate just minutes from the charm of Kilauea and the world-class beaches of Hanalei and Princeville. Silverfarms ranch is comprised of three separate parcels totaling more than 237 acres. The largest parcel spans 137.69 acres and serves as the operational heart of the ranch. It includes two residences along with a variety of agricultural and equestrian facilities, including multiple horse stable areas, an office, and a covered riding arena making it ideally suited for equestrian operations or an expansive private ranch estate. The residences include: A 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom main residence spanning 3, 509 sq ft A 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence totaling 1, 080 sq ft The 92.18-acre parcel offers beautiful, undeveloped Kaua‘i land with a network of riding trails and a mix of open pasture and forested areas. Zoning allows for the development of a single-family residence. The property also enjoys separate private access via its own road and a custom bridge, offering both convenience and privacy. The smallest parcel at 7.92 acres also allows for the development of a dwelling. It currently serves as a grazing and tending area for horses associated with the ranch. Silverfarms Ranch invites you to imagine a life where adventure, exploration, and tranquility meet…
Residential
MLS# 728631 Hawaii Life

Testimonials

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Pukanala was very thorough, professional and patient. When we gave her our wish list she went right to work finding us some homes to look at. When that list changed, she didn’t miss a beat and continued to email listings that she felt would be a good fit. We live on another island, so that presented an additional challenge, but not for Pukanala. Her communication skills are excellent and her knowledge helped us with our questions, concerns and what ifs. Even when we were thousands of miles apart, she always replied to my phone call, text or email. I am now a happy homeowner and I am so grateful that Pukanala was my agent. I highly recommend that whatever your real estate needs are, Pukanala will work hard for you and get the job done.

Star Lani

Ocean View, HI

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We cannot say enough good things about Puka! She helped us sell a modest vacant lot in Kailua-Kona and provided truly outstanding service. Puka is smart, professional and courteous—a true pleasure to work with. She was always able to clearly answer our questions and proactively worked to resolve any challenge—existing and potential—that made for a smooth, pleasant experience. Her positive attitude and strong work ethic made it seem as if we were selling a multi-million dollar mansion! We have worked with several realtors over the past 35+ years in Hawaii and on the mainland; quite simply Puka is at the top of her game. We are happy and proud to recommend her!

John H.

Kailua Kona, HI

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I had the pleasure of working with Puka during my homebuying journey, and I can’t recommend her enough. From day one I was made to feel like family, her warmth, patience, and genuine care went beyond business. In addition to being a genuine human being Puka was also incredibly attentive throughout the entire process. She listened carefully to my needs, preferences, and concerns, ensuring that every step was tailored to my requirements. She was also extremely knowledgeable with the VA Lending requirements and how that would impact the home I would be approved to purchase. If you are looking for a trustworthy local girl to help you find what you are looking for, look no further!! Thank you Puka!

Jennifer Kanahele

Ainaloa, HI

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