The Lodge – Paradise Found

Commanding spectacular views over undulating green landscapes to the blue waters of the ocean, The Lodge is a convivial five bedroom plus office, four bathroom entertainer's oasis offering a touch of paradise and distinctive credentials destined to tempt aviators.<br/><br/>Distinguished by the capacity to host up to four helicopters on site simultaneously, The Lodge includes a huge hangar with 13 metre automatic roller door and helipad, in addition to a manicured lawn fit for landing. <br/><br/>Set on approx. 45.75 hectares featuring established gardens with zoned irrigation systems, driveways and retaining walls, the property is on town water complemented by rainwater tanks with a combined 160,000 litre capacity.<br/><br/>An ideal location for corporate getaways, elite private gatherings, a wellness retreat, or a rejuvenating escape for VIP's, celebrities, corporate and global leaders this landmark home delivers on every level. <br/><br/>Extensive decks and generous glazing showcase magnificent views from all directions, making stunning impressions from all points and evoking the sensation of being on top of the world. Totalling approximately 85 squares under the roof, the substantial home incorporates multiple living areas, enhancing ease of entertaining. With a rumpus or pool room, featuring a bar, separate family room and open plan living/dining flowing into a large, impressively equipped kitchen, there's no shortage of enticing interior spaces. Seamlessly accessed from the kitchen, superbly spacious decking beside the 17 metre salt chlorinated pool and 8 person heated spa makes for blissful alfresco entertaining and ensures the party can spill outside with ease. <br/><br/>Throw together unforgettable feasts with a wide gas cooktop, St George oven, canopy rangehood, plentiful work space, timber cabinetry, walk-in pantry and dishwasher at your fingertips in a kitchen designed to make preparation easy and enjoyable. All that's left to do is choose from relaxing indoor and outdoor settings to savour the fruits of your culinary creativity.<br/><br/>Extensive accommodation incorporates five restful double bedrooms with built-in robes or a walk-in robe in the case of the main, which leads to a spa ensuite. Three further sparkling bathrooms are positioned throughout the home, each conveniently close to bedrooms and/or the pool.<br/><br/>An office makes working from home and staying organised easier than ever, and the hangar could easily suit a range of possibilities beyond aviation. <br/><br/>Split system air conditioners are generously dotted throughout the home, maximising comfort, a solar hot water service harnesses the rays of the sun and lustrous polished floorboards elegantly enhance the first floor.<br/><br/>Plentiful parking includes a double garage, double carport and extra space for multiple cars beside the home, in addition to a two car garage adjoining the hangar. A 15kva generator with automatic start and shutdown is also present, providing emergency power back up for both the house and hangar.<br/><br/><br/>Privately positioned, yet only five minutes' drive to the beaches of the Whitsunday Coast and Whitsunday Airpark, 8 minutes to a boat ramp, 25 minutes to Whitsunday Coast Airport, 35 minutes to the township of Proserpine, 55 minutes to Mackay shopping precinct and only 50 minutes to Airlie Beach the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, this secluded sanctuary is ready to provide the perfect peaceful base in one of the most beautiful parts of the world. <br/>