In The Mask, Jim Carrey’s Stanley Ipkiss discovers that ordinary life can become spectacularly more interesting with the right accessory. “Somebody stop me!” he declares, transforming from a mild mannered bank clerk into a green faced agent of chaos whose idea of restraint would give most people considerable cause for concern. Then comes the immortal invitation, “Smokin’!” One suspects that even Stanley might have paused his comic escapades for a moment had he encountered Carrey’s Hawaiian retreat, reportedly offered for $35 million. Here, there is no need for a magical mask, a questionable trip to a nightclub or an encounter with supernatural mischief. The transformation comes courtesy of nearly an acre of tropical land on Maui’s Keawakapu Beach, around 170 feet of ocean frontage, a palm lined lawn, a swimming pool with a grotto and slide, and a bedroom that opens towards the Pacific. It is the sort of address where the phrase ‘long weekend’ could become a rather optimistic description of one’s intentions. You arrive planning to escape for a few days, only to find that the ocean, the sunshine and the sheer pleasure of doing absolutely nothing have other ideas. Emails can wait, meetings can be rescheduled and the outside world can manage perfectly well without your immediate attention. After all, if paradise is going to make an appearance, it would be terribly bad manners not to stay for a while.
A Beachfront Address On Maui
Situated on Keawakapu Beach, the estate enjoys one of the most attractive ingredients in luxury real estate: direct proximity to the sea, without sacrificing the privacy expected of a substantial private residence. The property occupies approximately 41,687 square feet of land, placing it just under an acre. Its roughly 170 feet of ocean frontage gives the grounds a generous connection to the beach and the expansive Pacific beyond.
Keawakapu Beach, on Maui’s southern coast, is known for its sandy shoreline, clear water and laid back atmosphere. The surrounding area offers access to the restaurants, resorts and leisure facilities of Wailea, while retaining a more residential character. For a buyer seeking the pleasures of island life without feeling entirely cut off from civilisation, the location offers a compelling balance.
Architecture That Embraces The Outdoors
The main residence was designed by Ike Kligerman Barkley, with a style that draws on tropical materials and the relaxed rhythms of Hawaiian living. Built in 2002 and reportedly remodelled in 2018, the house measures approximately 4,717 square feet.
A distinctive thatched roof gives the property a strong visual identity, while Douglas fir framing and woven bamboo interiors lend warmth to its spaces. The architecture avoids the imposing formality sometimes associated with ultra luxury homes. Instead, it favours natural textures, open spaces and a close relationship with the surrounding landscape.
The great room is a defining feature, with exposed roof trusses creating a sense of height and volume. Its connection to a covered stone lanai allows indoor living to flow naturally into the garden. Rather than keeping the outdoors at a polite distance, the house makes it part of everyday life.
A Bedroom With The Pacific In View
The primary suite takes full advantage of the property’s coastal setting. Positioned upstairs beneath the roofline, it opens through folding glass panels onto a private deck overlooking the beach. The result is a bedroom in which the ocean becomes more than an attractive view. It is part of the experience, changing with the light and the movement of the water throughout the day.
The wider home follows the same philosophy, with open living spaces and a kitchen suited to entertaining. Covered outdoor areas offer shade, while the lawn and coconut palms create a tropical setting that feels both private and inviting. Views extend towards the islands of Kahoʻolawe and Lānaʻi, making sunset an event that requires little additional entertainment.
A Swimming Pool With A Playful Side
The grounds bring a distinctly resort like dimension to the estate. A freeform swimming pool winds around natural rock formations, incorporating a grotto, a slide and a shallow lounging ledge. An elevated spa adds another place to unwind, while the palm lined lawn and outdoor seating areas provide space for everything from a quiet afternoon to a gathering with friends.
A separate guest residence, or ohana, adds further flexibility. It features two bedrooms with their own bathrooms, along with a separate entrance, lanai and ocean facing balcony. Guests can enjoy their own space while remaining part of the wider property, an arrangement that works particularly well for extended family visits or entertaining.
From A $16.5 Million Purchase To A $35 Million Asking Price
Carrey purchased the estate in November 2016 for a reported $16.5 million. Its current asking price of $35 million is a substantial step up, although the final sale value will depend on negotiations and market conditions. The property’s appeal rests on more than its celebrity association. Nearly an acre of land, extensive ocean frontage, distinctive architecture, a separate guest residence and an unusually playful pool combine to make it a distinctive offering in Maui’s luxury property market.
For Carrey, whose screen persona has often been defined by exuberance and comic unpredictability, the estate presents a contrasting vision of life: quieter, slower and removed from the demands of Hollywood. Its most compelling luxury may not be the grotto, the slide or even the spectacular bedroom view. It is the freedom to close the door, step outside and let the Pacific set the pace. And if the next owner decides that a weekend is simply not enough, who could blame them? Some places are built to be visited. Others make leaving seem like an entirely unnecessary plot twist.
