Clarence H. Cooke House

The Clarence H. Cooke House is a two-story residence in Honolulu featuring whitewashed brick on its ground level and wooden board cladding on the upper floor. The estate contains 24 rooms, three guest cottages, a gatehouse, a four-car garage with service quarters, and a swimming pool area.

The house was constructed between 1929 and 1932 as a residence for banker Clarence Hyde Cooke. It earned listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986 due to its architectural significance.

The residence reflects Hawaiian Regional style through its series of covered outdoor spaces and signature roof form with double pitched sections. These features shape how the house connects indoor and outdoor living throughout the property.

The estate sits on Old Pali Road and its various structures are visible from different vantage points across the grounds. Visitors should note that the property is expansive and includes multiple separate buildings to explore.

The property changed hands multiple times, serving as an arts institution and a spiritual center before actress Alice Aoki purchased it in 2016. This history shows how a large estate adapted to different purposes over the decades.

Location: Honolulu

Architects: Mayers Murray & Phillip

GPS coordinates: 21.34806,-157.82583

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:00