Imagine living and working in a place where the setting is as much part of the job as the business itself. On K’gari (Fraser Island), that balance between lifestyle and livelihood is more than a talking point — it’s built into the way accommodation businesses operate.

Set at Eurong on the eastern side of the World Heritage-listed island, a management rights business is offering a combination that doesn’t come up often: long-term operational security, a proven income stream and the opportunity to run a successful accommodation business in one of Australia’s most distinctive tourism destinations.

The business comprises the management rights to a boutique complex of 27 beach houses, with 18 currently in the letting pool and approval already in place for two additional dwellings. For buyers, that blend of established income and genuine growth potential is increasingly hard to find, particularly in an island market where development is naturally constrained.

“Buyers are very focused on security and sustainability at the moment, and this opportunity really delivers on both,” said Geoff Hatchman from RAS360. “The agreements are strong, the income is proven and the location is one that continues to do the work year after year.”

The management rights are backed by 25-year agreements with the full term remaining, giving incoming operators long-term certainty from day one. With a reported net profit of $453,091 and a total purchase price of $2.61 million, including the manager’s unit, the opportunity sits comfortably in the space where experienced operators and lifestyle-focused buyers tend to meet.

A key part of that appeal is the onsite owner’s 2 story house — a well-appointed three-bedroom with an extra room downstairs that allows operators to live comfortably within the complex while remaining closely connected to daily operations. It’s a practical inclusion that supports the hands-on management style.

Beyond the numbers, the setting does much of the heavy lifting. Eurong is one of the island’s few established hubs, acting as a natural base for visitors exploring K’gari’s beaches, rainforests and freshwater lakes. The island continues to attract domestic and international travellers drawn to nature-based experiences, with its World Heritage status reinforcing its long-term tourism relevance rather than driving short-term spikes.

“It’s not often you see a management rights business in a location like this come to market with such strong fundamentals,” Hatchman said. “K’gari has enduring appeal, and Eurong remains one of the island’s key accommodation nodes. With long agreements in place and room to grow the letting pool, this opportunity will resonate with buyers looking for both lifestyle and stability.”

Why management rights continue to stack up

Management rights continue to hold a distinctive place in Australia’s accommodation sector, particularly in tourism-driven destinations. The appeal lies in the balance they offer: recurring income from caretaking and letting, combined with the ability to live onsite and stay closely involved in day-to-day operations.

In Queensland, well-located management rights with long agreements have shown consistent resilience, supported by steady domestic travel and tightly controlled supply. In destinations like K’gari, where new accommodation options are limited by design, established operators hold a clear advantage.

An island business with options

This Eurong opportunity is suited to buyers looking for more than a traditional accommodation business. It offers scale without being unwieldy, security through long agreements, and the rare chance to live and work within one of Australia’s most recognisable natural environments. You have the best of both worlds; it is a growing profitable business with a fantastic lifestyle.

For those keeping a close eye on the management rights market, this listing is a reminder that standout opportunities still exist — particularly when location, tenure and tourism fundamentals line up.