Born and raised in Southern California, Luana made the official move to the island of Maui over 23 years ago and has never looked back! Her background as a culinary major turned realtor means she can help her clients discover their dream home...and tell them where the very best dining is on Maui! 

“I entered real estate to educate local families on the value of homeownership and getting the most out of their hard-earned money,” says Luana. 

Luana works hard for her clients from beginning to end and makes it her mission to ensure they feel as though they’re getting 5-star service, attention, and support. Her authenticity and Maui expertise make her the perfect Island Sotheby’s International Realty partner when making Maui your home. 

“Being

The County of Maui Department of Finance’s Real Property Assessment Division announced today that a new long-term rental classification and exemption have been established as part of the Maui County Code.

Effective Jan. 1, 2022, real property occupied as a long-term rental, with a signed contract to lease for 12 consecutive months or longer to the same tenant, may qualify an owner for an exemption of up to $200,000.

Real property rented on a long-term basis (12 consecutive months or longer) without a home exemption, will be eligible for the $200,000 long-term rental exemption and will be classified as Long-term Rental. Real property with a home exemption that also qualifies for the long-term rental exemption will be eligible for an additional

If you’re looking for a serene and remote island experience that feels like a stay-cation, this weekend needs to include escaping to Lana’i. Only 16 miles away from Lahaina, you can take a short ferry ride over – currently available five days a week. Untouched hidden gems, tucked away natural wonders, and peaceful isolation, await you on every corner of Hawaii’s smallest visited island. On one side of the island at Four Seasons Resort Lanai you are welcomed to a luxury resort setting with 5-star dining and poolside cocktails. On the other side, you have thrilling off-roading adventures and exciting rugged terrain sure to entice the explorer in all of us. There is also Sensei Lanai - A Four Seasons Resort, where you will experience an adults-only,

Island Sotheby's International Realty welcomes Sharron Lawton, a Maui resident for over 23 years! A native of the island nation of Barbados, Sharron holds island life near and dear to her heart. After earning a degree in Business Management and traveling to foreign places like Indonesia, South and Central America, and spending some time on islands throughout the Caribbean, Sharron brings her passion and trusted perspective of island life and real estate to the table. 

Sharron loves spending time with her ohana during her free time. You can find them outside, playing along the Maui shoreline, paddling, surfing, soaking up the sun, or even venturing along the many hikes Maui has to offer. 

As a seasoned hospitality professional, Sharron

Congratulations to Island Sotheby's International Realty's Courtney M Brown RS-56519 who was able to represent her clients on the purchase of their dream home — Kapalua Ironwoods #44 overlooking Oneloa Bay. Kapalua Ironwoods is a gated community featuring a pool, spa, tennis courts and resident manager. It features sweeping views from the beach at Oneloa Bay, across the Kapalua Bay Golf Course, and out to Honolua Bay. Sold Price $4,150,000.