Montage Kapalua Opens on Maui, Hawaii

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Golf Travel - Montage Kapalua Bay Opens in Maui, Hawaii

Montage Hotels & Resorts announces the grand opening of Montage Kapalua Bay, spanning 24 acres above picturesque Kapalua Bay, on the northwest coast of Maui.

Following a $15 million renovation of the former Residences at Kapalua Bay, the new all-suite resort is a private oceanfront escape with an emphasis on comfortable luxury, gracious service, memorable experiences and regionally inspired dining, all in an immersive Hawaiian setting.

Guest Suites 

Montage Kapalua Bay offers 50 luxurious residential-style suites, ranging from one to four bedrooms, to accommodate all types of travelers with the comforts of home. Montage Kapalua Bay also offers 54 Montage branded residences for purchase. Each room features large "lanais" (balconies), offering a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and neighboring islands. Guestrooms include a new, sleek color palette and furnishings, including day beds on the balconies, creating a flowing indoor and outdoor entertainment space. Suites are also equipped with full gourmet kitchens to prepare meals or where Montage chefs may prepare dinner for guests. Other comforts of home include signature Montage bedding, a spacious living area including a sectional sofa with an additional bed and a washer and dryer. Bringing a touch of the authenticity of the island into the experience, each guest suite will feature an original piece of hand-painted local artwork.

New Signature Dining Experiences

Montage Kapalua Bay's signature restaurant, Cane & Canoe, is reminiscent of a traditional Hawaiian canoe house, where locals and artisans would socialize, make sails, shave wood and weave baskets. In this historically rich setting, travelers and locals may dine together, savoring diversely influenced cultural cuisine under the direction of executive chef Riko Bartolome. 

The restaurant's interiors honor the Hawaiian culture with a comfortable, communal atmosphere with wood scrollwork, woven textures and vibrant floral touches. This homage to the past is captivatingly juxtaposed with the gifts of modern luxury, including sophisticated sofa banquettes and most importantly, a contemporary approach to cuisine, showcasing fresh, local ingredients. 

For a more casual dining experience, the outdoor Sunset Patio offers an all-day menu suited for leisurely poolside dining. The adjacent Hana Hou bar will also serve as the perfect gathering spot to end the day and take in the Hawaiian sunset. 

At the new Mahana Market, guests may purchase an array of Hawaiian gourmet goods. Open daily, guests may select from an assortment of "gourmet to go" prepared, local organic foods and curated wines. 

Health & Wellness 

Spa Montage Kapalua Bay, designed with inspiration from the mountains and ocean to create a peaceful surrounding with natural materials, is a 30,000 sq. ft. tropical wellness oasis with indigenous plants and immaculate design elements. Within this space, guests may experience all of the components that contribute to a balanced and healthy lifestyle in Hawaii, customarily known as "pono."

Every service is personalized, authentic, and evidence-based. The highly educated therapists aim to exceed guests' expectations by connecting guests to the island's surroundings, utilizing indigenous ingredients.

An expansive fitness center and wellness program complements the spa therapies, introducing the benefits of movement to enrich experiences from the inside and out. Highlights include circuit training machines, the Kinesis System, free weights and a full range of cardio equipment. A robust assortment of fitness classes in the ocean view movement studio caters toguests of all fitness levels, with oceanfront fitness classes also available.

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Classical architecture and grand modern living at its best

New Canaan, Connecticut – Set atop the crest of a ridge on 4.5 open acres, Grand Stone and Shingle Estate makes an immediate impact with its breezy elegance and beautifully proportioned living space. This elegant home, with more than 10,000 square feet on four levels and two wings, is marketed by Christie’s International Real Estate and its exclusive affiliate Barbara Cleary’s Realty Guild for $9.5 million.

With classical architectural elegance and eye-catching interiors by renowned designers William Diamond and Anthony Baratta, this spirited home embodies stylish living at its very best. Lacquered double doors lead to the entry hall, welcoming visitors to a world of gracious rooms bathed in natural light.

Spacious formal and informal rooms lead seamlessly to outdoor spaces and porches overlooking this sweeping property. Four floors and two wings include family rooms on each floor, a distinctive master suite, and beautiful open hallways offering space and privacy between six additional en suite bedrooms.

There are seven bedrooms, nine full baths, seven fireplaces, a four-car garage and a large house generator. A covered exterior porch with fireplace serves as an outdoor room surrounded by stone terraces and gardens, a large heated pool, spa, and a grilling station.

The large kitchen is a chef's paradise with double islands and every amenity at one's fingertips. This gathering place holds a crowd and makes entertaining fun. The 3,000 sq. ft. finished lower level is a complete entertainment center that includes a kitchen, billiard room, family room, exercise room with sauna, and wood paneled home theatre.

“This estate exemplifies grand architectural, elegant interior design and beautiful living,” says Kathleen Coumou, Christie’s International Real Estate Senior Vice President of the Northeast Region. “This extraordinary property is the pinnacle of Connecticut living, located in one of the most sough-after towns in the state.”

“We’re thrilled to represent such an incredible property,” said Leslie Razook, listing broker with Barbara Cleary’s Realty Guild. “The home’s wonderful setting affords an ideal opportunity to find comfort and relaxation in the wonderful town of New Canaan.”