Bellenden Ker, Queensland
LUXURIOUS RETREAT FOR THE DISCERNING OWNER WITH POTENTIAL TO RAMP UP - 2749MF3
FREEHOLD $3,500,000
Business Description
Take advantage of the current DA in place under the auspices of the local Council which allows for subdivision of the property into two stand-alone lots comprising approximately 31 Ha and expand the Retreat footprint.
Misty Mountains Rainforest Retreat consists of a dwelling in the Queenslander style divided into two lettable apartments, a fully self-contained detached cottage (known as The Hideaway), a yoga studio at the river’s edge, a 25sqm creekside gazebo, 220 sqm machinery shed and workshop, 110 sqm glassed-in entertainment studio (night club) and 240 sqm lagoon pool with cabana. A large (dual) helicopter landing area has been cleared in the forest adjacent the Retreat. These amenities are set into approximately 31 Hectares of pristine wilderness bordered by World Heritage Listed Rainforest.
There is ample scope to place a further 10-15 more stylish cabins nestled into the hillside and utilize the existing infrastructure and make this Retreat a truly memorable property. Recent similar properties in the Daintree command prices of $20m once fully developed.
Approximately 3 kms of roads have been cut in and are regularly maintained with several bush walking tracks being established.
Amenity is further enhanced with pre-existing international website marketing and associated booking infrastructure.
Net Profit: $42,532 for 2021/22
Contact Antonio Curulli from Tourism Brokers for further information or to arrange an inspection.
Property ID: 2749MF3 (quote when enquiring)
Property Code: 4413
Business Summary
Key Investment Insights
1. DA in place permitting subdivision into two standalone lots of approximately 31 hectares, enabling immediate strategic landholdings separation and development options.
2. Clear development upside, with scope to add an estimated 10–15 additional stylish cabins utilising existing infrastructure to materially increase capacity and revenue.
3. Comparable fully developed properties in the region command prices around $20 million, indicating significant upside potential post-development.
4. Existing accommodation inventory includes a Queenslander dwelling split into two lettable apartments and a fully self-contained detached cottage, providing immediate operating revenue streams.
5. Diverse guest amenities on-site including a river-edge yoga studio, a 25 sqm creekside gazebo, a 240 sqm lagoon pool with cabana, and a 110 sqm glassed-in entertainment studio (night club), supporting premium guest experiences.
6. Significant operational infrastructure with a 220 sqm machinery shed and workshop, approximately 3 kilometres of maintained roads, and several established bushwalking tracks, reducing initial capital outlay for expansion.
7. Large cleared dual helicopter landing area adjacent to the retreat, enabling direct high-end guest access and potential VIP/charter revenue opportunities.
8. Property set on approximately 31 hectares of pristine wilderness bordered by World Heritage Listed rainforest, offering strong ecological and experiential tourism appeal.
9. Pre-existing international website marketing and booking infrastructure, providing an established channel for distribution and immediate market reach.
10. Reported net profit of $42,532 for 2021/22, indicating an existing trading operation with a platform for growth through enhanced occupancy and additional accommodation.
