GOLDEN FIELDS OF POTENTIAL: Expansive agribusiness land near Port Douglas awaits endless opportunities
PROPERTY FEATURE
For those with a dream of combining the serenity of seaside living with the allure of agriculture, an extraordinary opportunity has just emerged.
Colliers Cairns introduces two exceptional adjoining freehold acreage properties, conveniently located just north of Port Douglas along the scenic Captain Cook Highway.
Nestled between Bonnie Doon Road and Killaloe Dump Road, these two expansive freehold lots are an invitation to a world where possibilities are as vast as the horizon.
Whether you're drawn to the allure of cane farming or have dreams of creating a rural residential haven, the canvas is yours to paint.
Lot 2, prominently located on the corner of the Captain Cook Highway and Bonnie Doon Road, spans an impressive 45.04 hectares.
This versatile parcel of land is currently utilised for sugar cane farming, offering a taste of rural life and the sweet promise of future possibilities.
But that's not all. Lot 2 comes with a distinct feature: an approved ultralight landing strip, adding a touch of adventure to this idyllic setting.
While there are no permanent structures on the land, it's a blank canvas for those with grand visions of what this prime piece of real estate could become.
Lot 1, its neighbour, runs adjacent to the mangroves and shoreline, offering 40.47 hectares of fallow land. A raised ridge runs through its length, boasting approximately 640,000 cubic metres of fine sand, a potential treasure trove for the savvy investor.
The properties are being offered individually or in one line.
Potential buyer vision
Stacey Quaid, Managing Director at Colliers, envisions a world of possibilities for the new owners of these exceptional properties.
“Situated in close proximity to both Mossman and Port Douglas, and boasting multiple road accesses, these properties offer a truly promising investment,” Mr Quaid explained.
"What truly distinguishes them is their uniqueness, sizeable lots featuring exceptional soil quality and proximity to the coast."
He further outlined the versatile potential these properties hold.
“The ideal use for this land could involve continuing the legacy of cane farming or transforming it into a serene rural residential property, complete with the possibility of building a new home.”
Mr Quaid highlighted the diverse range of buyers these properties might attract.
“Prospective owners could be those seeking a lifestyle change or those with rural aspirations,” he said.
He pointed out that while there are no fixed improvements currently on the land, there is room for prospective buyers to explore development options.
“A buyer with a vision for enhancing the land's potential could engage with the local Council to discuss a change in zoning.”
He referred to a growing trend in recent years, where individuals purchase rural acreage for both the pleasure of spacious living and the financial benefits of farming.
“Buyers might lease out the sugar cane farming land or contract out the cultivation of cane,” he explained. “This can help offset rates and property maintenance expenses, while the remaining land can provide a steady income stream.
“Moreover, these properties could be of interest to neighbouring farmers looking to expand their operations or individuals eager to explore intensive agriculture beyond sugar cane to farming other crops.”
With the region's flourishing opportunities and these unique properties as a canvas, endless possibilities await for those looking to fulfil their dreams in this idyllic corner of the Douglas Shire.
For more information about the freehold acreage properties click here.
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