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. Development approval in place to subdivide into two stand-alone lots of approximately 31 hectares, enabling expansion of the retreat footprint and potential value uplift.
2. Total landholding of approximately 31 hectares of pristine wilderness bordered by World Heritage Listed rainforest, offering conservation appeal and privacy.
3. Existing accommodation mix includes a Queenslander dwelling split into two lettable apartments and a fully self-contained detached cottage known as The Hideaway, providing immediate revenue-generating units.
4. Significant leisure and events infrastructure including a yoga studio at the river’s edge, a 25 sqm creekside gazebo, a 110 sqm glassed-in entertainment studio marketed as a night club, and a 240 sqm lagoon pool with cabana, supporting diverse guest experiences.
5. Large operational infrastructure comprising a 220 sqm machinery shed and workshop, supporting on-site maintenance and low outsourcing costs.
6. Dual helicopter landing area cleared adjacent to the retreat, enhancing high-end access and luxury market appeal.
7. Clear scope to add 10–15 stylish cabins on the hillside using existing roads and services, indicating a scalable development pipeline and material revenue upside.
8. Approximately 3 kilometres of maintained internal roads plus several established bush walking tracks, improving site accessibility and guest activities.
9. Pre-existing international website marketing and associated booking infrastructure provides immediate distribution channels and guest booking capability.
10. Current reported net profit of $42,532 for 2021/22, establishing a baseline trading performance that could be significantly increased through development and ramp-up.
11. Market context notes recent similar properties in the Daintree achieving up to $20 million when fully developed, implying strong exit or valuation potential for a completed project.
