A VAST RURAL OASIS

Selling due to unforeseeable circumstances influencing a move back to SE Queensland, and having invested in the completion of the property's renovations and further upgrades, 136 Cassowary Road returns to the market. <br/><br/>Embrace the tranquility of rural living in this secluded, peaceful and expansive property located in Cassowary, at the bottom of the Rex Mountain Range. Surrounded by enchanting creeks and lush Rainforest forests, this impressive property offers an unparalleled level of space and privacy. With a prime North-South orientation, the property enjoys refreshing mountain breezes creating a natural oasis, and the vast main clearing boasts an impeccably flat and conveniently elevated terrain spread across approximately 2.5 hectares (400m max-long x 160m max-wide). <br/><br/>Step inside the captivating residence, designed to showcase breathtaking scenery and embrace the natural surroundings. <br/><br/>A spacious shed and office measuring 7m x 16m are conveniently positioned off the driveway, accompanied by a generous 450 sqm flat and elevated area. The main house and barn are positioned towards the rear of the lot, while additional features such as a greenhouse, and vegetable patches await your green thumb. At the front of the property, a forest track leads to another clearing that adjoins a sugar cane field, spanning approximately 2 hectares (70m x 280m), and towards the rear, a further track winds through the trees to an additional clearing measuring approximately 2,000 sqm. <br/><br/>The main house is a "Garden-View" inspired design, framing the panoramic views with a half-octagon shaped living area supported by a solid Red-Gum Column at its center. The exquisite finishes, including cast iron details, create an atmosphere of refined elegance. This impressive residence features three generously sized bedrooms, two bathrooms (including an ensuite in the master bedroom), an office, a separate laundry, a rear reception hallway, and an open plan kitchen-lounge-diner. The property spans approximately 400 sqm under the roof, comprising interior space of 206 sqm, a 136 sqm veranda, and a 50 sqm 3.5-car carport. <br/><br/>With expansive verandas, high ceilings, fans, and clever material choices, the house remains cool even in the warmest of climates, while exuding a sense of solidity and prestige. The combination of wood and steel framing, rendered block construction, and high-quality finishes, such as Aluminum window frames, timber window sills and porcelain tiling throughout, create a harmonious blend of style and durability. The kitchen features state-of-the-art Cesar Stone countertops with elegant waterfall ends, and the bathroom boasts a luxurious marble-timber vanity and a stunning 1913 cast iron ball-claw bathtub.<br/><br/>Works completed or scheduled (and included in the asking price):<br/>- New driveway (completed)<br/>- New Electrical Wiring throughout House and Shed (completed)<br/>- New antenna on House (completed)<br/>- New bore pump (completed)<br/>- New Septic Tank (scheduled)<br/>- Painted Roof (scheduled)<br/>- Repairs to Gutters (scheduled)<br/>- New 72 sqm Boat/Caravan Carport (8.5m (w) x 8.5m (l) x 3.95m (h)) (scheduled)<br/>- New 50 sqm Swimming Pool (10m x 5m) (Paid for and awaiting the new owners to have a hand in its design).<br/><br/>Discover a world of possibilities within this extraordinary estate. Contact Property Shop Agent Matthew Essex 0481 126 732 or [email protected]<br/><br/>FEATURES:<br/><br/>Located in sought after Cassowary, 15 minutes to Port Douglas, 10 minutes to Mossman<br/>3 bedroom 2 bathroom main residence.<br/>15.78 hectares/39 acres.<br/>A spacious 2-level Barn with balcony adjacent to the main house.<br/>A large shed & office (7m x 16m).<br/>Greenhouse and vegetable patches.<br/>Additional 2Ha farm land, and 2,000 sqm clearing.<br/>All essential services are on site: town water and electricity, septic system, solar hot water.<br/>Solar panels with a capacity of 2 x 6 kva panels & 2 x 5 kva inverters.<br/>A 5-inch water bore with a flow rate of 4-5 liters per second awaits connection.<br/>Three-phase power awaits connection.<br/>A back-up petrol generator is also included<br/>