Fun Facts | Palekana Awa

Chief of War and This Property: Where History Meets Horizon

FUN FACT #1: From our firepit you can gaze across the

**locale of Episode 9 of Chief of War and see the**

very lava fields filmed, etched in black stone and

legend. It’s not just a view—it’s a portal into the past.

When Apple TV+ released Chief of War, a sweeping nine-episode epic about the unification of Hawai‘i, audiences were captivated by its raw beauty, ancestral power, and cinematic depth. But few know that the series’ climactic finale

—Episode 9, “The Black Desert”—was filmed right here on the Big Island, in the lava fields of Kalapana. Less than 2 miles from this property.

The production team chose Kalapana’s jagged terrain for its otherworldly texture and spiritual resonance.
Filming coincided with a Kīlauea eruption, adding elemental drama to the battle scenes.
Over 600 locals were cast as extras, honoring the community’s connection to the land.
The final scene was wrapped in nearby Hilo, with cast and crew celebrating at a beloved local bakery.
This Place Is : A Front-Row Seat to Legacy

Perched above this storied landscape, this property offers more than breathtaking views—it offers a sense of place. A place where:

•Lava meets ocean in a dance of creation.

• History whispers through the wind.

• Visitors can sit by the fire and imagine warriors crossing the black desert below.

Whether you’re drawn by cinematic magic, ancestral memory, or the call of intentional living, Palekana Awa invites you to experience Hawai‘i in its most elemental form.

Kehena Black Sand Beach: A Sacred Shoreline Nearby

FUN FACT #2: Just a 10 minute drive from the property lies an

enchanting Hawaiian coastal gem: Kehena Black Sand Beach.

Formed by volcanic fire and ocean rhythm in 1955, it is one of the most

accessible black sand beaches on this side of the island. This beach is a

living sculpture—where obsidian sands meet turquoise waves,

dolphins often dance just offshore and whales breach.

KEHENA BEACH CAPTIVATES:

Kehena is known for its untamed spirit—welcoming sunbathers,
swimmers, and spontaneous drum circles. It’s a place of freedom,
expression, and connection.
KEHENA IS LISTED ON MANY WEBSITES AND GUIDE BOOKS AS CLOTHING
OPTIONAL. WHILE NUDE BEACHES ARE NOT LEGAL IN HAWAII AND THERE ARE
REPORTS THAT OFFICERS HAVE CITED NUDITY AT THE BEACH, THAT HAS
NOT REDUCED THE ENTHUSIASM DISPLAYED FOR CLOTHES OPTIONAL
ON THIS BEACH.
Spinner dolphins are frequent visitors, and the
sunrise here feels like a ceremony.

From our land, you can feel the pulse of Kehena. The beach is close enough to visit daily, yet offers elevated privacy and panoramic views—lava fields below, stars above, and the ocean always whispering.

Whether you’re drawn to Kehena’s mystique or seeking a home that balances nature’s drama with soulful serenity, this space invites you to live in rhythm with the land.