3 islands for sale offering a secluded slice of paradise
For most of us, owning our own island we can escape to when we need a bit of downtime is merely a dream, but for some, this investment is a reality.
Right now, three Queensland islands are offering buyers three very different opportunities, with one ready to turn a profit, one untouched and overrun by rugged nature, and one ready for reinvention.
Island offerings of this scale and diversity don’t often come to market, making these listings rare. For those who have ever dreamt of shaping their own paradise, whether that means taking the helm of an existing resort or crafting a vision from scratch, the possibilities are endless.
Bedarra Island
Tucked just off Mission Beach, Bedarra Island is Australia’s only freehold island resort. It covers 80 hectares across two titles (45 hectares on the eastern side and 35 hectares on the adjoining Hideaway parcel, ready for expansion). It is already running as a thriving boutique escape, having opened in 1986 with just 12 private villas.
Villas are nestled in a stunning rainforest, while walking tracks weave to hidden coves. Unlike most island sales, Bedarra comes with everything in place for a chic turnkey investment, including infrastructure, clientele, and a proven income stream.
Keswick Island
Further north, Keswick Island, near Mackay, tells a very different story. Here, the landscape is largely untouched, a sweep of bushland fringed by coral reefs.
Instead of an established resort, what’s on offer is a 117-hectare land lease paired with a 25-hectare marine lease. Approvals and permits are already secured, but the rest is left to your imagination. A buyer here isn’t stepping into a business so much as into a canvas that can be turned into a resort or maintained as a natural habitat for explorers to benefit from.
South Molle Island
The Whitsundays have a reputation as some of the most idyllic island destinations in Australia. The crystal-blue waters and white-sand beaches offer a slice of paradise that many will travel to from around the world to experience.
South Molle Island is set within the heart of the Whitsundays. Once an iconic resort destination, it is now a quiet 28 hectares of land waiting for a fresh chapter. The island still boasts trails through bushland, sheltered beaches, and ocean vistas in every direction. For developers, it’s a chance to reimagine an island brand that already resonates with both domestic and international travellers.
