Quaint caravan park on the Nullabor comes to market
A regional caravan park offering both an established business and an on-site lifestyle has come to market in the Eyre Peninsula, presenting an accessible entry point for buyers seeking to step into the regional tourism sector.
The Penong Caravan Park is being offered for sale at $1.6 million and is expected to attract strong national interest, particularly from first-time operators priced out of capital city markets.
According to selling agent Kelli Crouch, Senior Specialist Accommodation Broker for South Australia and the Northern Territory at ResortBrokers, the listing taps into a growing appetite for regional opportunities that combine income with a place to live.
“We’ve only just listed it, but I’m expecting healthy enquiry, particularly at this price point. Right across Australia, ResortBrokers is seeing huge enquiry for regional opportunities, especially from first-time buyers looking to secure a solid business plus a home. At $1.6 million, Penong Caravan Park gives them that for the price of a house in a state capital,” says Crouch.
The park comprises five cabins and 34 powered sites, 10 unpowered sites, complemented by a substantial overflow zone. Recent capital improvements include a renovated three-bedroom owner’s residence featuring modern amenities, plus solar installations totalling 20kW across the property, which have reduced operating expenses.
The park’s large scale is a key part of its appeal. The manageable operation offers flexibility for owner-operators looking to balance income with a slower regional pace of life.
Set in one of South Australia’s most famous tourism regions, the park benefits from steady passing trade as well as destination travellers exploring the Eyre Peninsula. Crouch said the region’s diversity continues to draw visitors from across Australia and beyond.
“It’s just a beautiful part of the state and very diverse – great beaches, salt lakes, quirky outback towns, desert moonscapes that stretch for miles,” she said. “Penong itself is a curiosity thanks to its windmill collection. While the rest of the country is erecting wind turbines for power generation, Penong has gone old school, showcasing traditional windmills in its museum.”
Penong is also a popular stop for travellers crossing the Nullarbor between South Australia and Western Australia. Situated on the Eyre Highway, the town captures consistent traffic from caravanners and road-trippers making the iconic cross-country journey.
“Penong also has the added benefit of a 24-hour roadhouse,” Crouch said. “Plenty of reasons to justify a stop here.”
Beyond the highway trade, the park is well positioned to service some of the region’s most recognisable natural attractions. Penong is around a 20-minute drive from Cactus Beach, a destination regarded as world-class within the global surfing community, while the striking pink salt lakes of Lake MacDonnell are even closer, at approximately 15 minutes away.
