Live the holiday life: 8 Aussie resorts for sale right now

There are hundreds of properties to pick from – from Cape Tribulation to Tasmania’s East Coast – so fast-track your holiday happiness vibes without the return-to-work depression with a taste of the best from around the large island we call home.

Pour yourself a tasty refresher, dream big, sit back and imagine yourself living your best life with our top picks for resorts on the market now. 

Lucinda Cove Resort, Lucinda, Queensland

Just two hours north of Townsville at the southern end of the Hinchinbrook Channel, Lucinda Cove Resort offers a front row seat to the stunning Coral Sea.

With access to nearby Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island national park – as well as fishing, croc spotting, wilderness walks and boating, there’s plenty of things to keep you occupied.

The property includes 11 self-contained bungalows, 20 waterfront motel rooms, a fully licensed waterfront restaurant, a resort-style pool and barbecue area, as well as powered caravan sites.

Cape Trib Beach House, Cape Tribulation, Queensland

Nestled in three hectares of rainforest in the Daintree National Park, the Cape Trib Beach House is the perfect mix of outdoor adventure and relaxing getaway.

Just a short stroll from Cape Tribulation Beach – consistently ranked one of the best in the world – this guest accommodation is the perfect jumping off point for tourists looking to explore both the rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.

The resort includes 27 guest cottages and cabins, as well as a restaurant and bar, a built-in pool, and staff and management accommodation.

Shambala Estate, Tamborine Mountain, Queensland

A popular wedding and events venue, Shambala Estate sits on 2.01ha in the Gold Coast Hinterland, just a 30-minute drive from the coast.

The property offers multiple options for wedding parties, including a chapel with vaulted ceilings and stained-glass windows, a reception hall with seating for 100 and a waterfall pavilion with seating for 60.

There’s also luxury accommodation comprising four self-contained chalets, along with a commercial-grade kitchen for event catering.

The property is close to national parks, wineries and fine dining and has undergone significant upgrades over the past four years.

Good Hope Resort, NSW

Set on the tranquil shores of Lake Burrinjuck, the historic Good Hope Resort spans more than 56 hectares with expansive water frontage. The property has been held by the same family for over a century and is now offered to the market for the first time in its history.

Currently operating as a lakeside retreat, the resort comprises a mix of cottages, cabins and caravan and camping facilities, along with amenities blocks and communal areas. With an existing development approval in place for additional accommodation, the site offers immediate income potential alongside scope for repositioning or expansion.

Positioned just 15 minutes from Yass and within easy reach of Canberra, the property is well suited to operators seeking to capitalise on growing demand for regional, experience-led tourism.

PK’s Jungle Village, Cape Tribulation, Queensland

Offering private cabins, shared dorms, ensuite rooms and unpowered camping sites, PK’s Jungle Village attracts plenty of tourists keen to explore the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.

With multiple income streams, including accommodation, restaurant and bar facilities, a supermarket lease and Telstra and Optus leases, estimated net profits are between $760,000 and $1.1 million per annum.

The property also boasts direct access to Cape Tribulation Beach, a resort-style pool, a tour booking desk, a manager’s residence and staff quarters.

The Hamptons Estate, Toodyay, Western Australia

Set on the edge of the historic Avon Valley town of Toodyay (just over an hour’s drive from Perth), The Hamptons Estate is a grand property inspired by the classic beachside estates of New York State.

Spanning 28.23 hectares of landscaped grounds and open countryside, the property is a masterfully restored 1860s farmhouse and has the potential to operate as a boutique retreat or wellness event space in WA’s picturesque countryside.

The layout boasts five expansive bedrooms, a fully self-contained studio with kitchenette, and three bathrooms along with a pool and outdoor entertaining area.

The Canopy Treehouses, QLD

Nestled within the lush rainforest surrounds of Far North Queensland’s Atherton Tablelands, this boutique eco-retreat in Tarzali offers itself as a nature-led tourism business. Set across more than 33 hectares, the property combines immersive wilderness with luxurious accommodation, including elevated treehouses, cabins and a tiny home.

Operating as a successful freehold going concern, the resort benefits from strong occupancy and repeat visitation, supported by its unique positioning and limited competition within the region. Established infrastructure and ongoing reinvestment have created a turnkey opportunity, while the large landholding provides scope for further expansion.

Located within easy reach of Cairns and surrounded by some of Australia’s most biodiverse landscapes, the property is well placed to capitalise on growing demand for eco-conscious travel.

Mercure Gold Coast Resort, QLD

On the Gold Coast, a rare large-scale hospitality offering has emerged with the listing of the Mercure Gold Coast Resort in Carrara, a 4.5-star asset positioned within one of the region’s key sporting and leisure precincts. Set amid golf courses and within close proximity to major venues, the resort combines established trading performance with significant scale.

With new hotel supply constrained by construction challenges, the offering stands out as a chance to acquire a substantial, fully operational resort at below replacement cost.