Astute buyers will be impressed with this serene rural acreage on the outskirts of Malanda.
Situated at the end of a quiet road, this property allows you to run a few head of cattle, as well as enjoy nature at its best, with walking tracks through ancient rainforest housing tree kangaroos, possums, and other wildlife, and creeks that form the headwaters of the Ithaca River.
Set near the highest point on the property, with sublime views of Mt's Bartle Frere and Bellenden Kerr, and surrounding forest, the split block and Western Red Cedar home features exposed beams on high raked ceilings upstairs, with polished timber floors and a beautiful timber deck.
The kitchen includes a walk in pantry, electric oven and a wood fired oven that when cooking your favorite roast heats the hot water for free.
French doors allow the lounge and dining rooms to flow out to the refurbished timber deck, where you can enjoy your favorite drink and listen to the incredible variety of birds sing from the tree tops.
The master bedroom includes a large built in wardrobe and also has French doors opening onto the deck.
The second bedroom has a built in wardrobe, as well as a change room overlooking the back yard.
There is a loft for either storage or a 5th bedroom.
The upstairs bathroom offers a bath and shower with new shower screen. In between the bathroom and laundry there is a separate toilet.
For a change of scenery, there are fruit trees and a vegge garden either side of the expansive outdoor patio with fire pit behind the dwelling .
Downstairs you will discover a large living area with a kitchenette that opens onto the patio with views similar to upstairs, two more bedrooms, and the second bathroom.
The rain water tank and pressure pump supply fresh chemical free water to the home, supplemented by an electric pump on the creek, and two holding tanks further up the hill.
There is a double garage next to the home with space for two vehicles.
The three paddocks with a set of yards and new fencing carries 25 head of cattle all year round for a little extra income. The troughs are watered from one of the tanks behind the house.
Across the creek there is a flat cleared area with a large shed for extra storage, and a fire pit providing a second outdoor entertainment area.
This is a reluctant sale by proud owners that have worked hard to improve the property, but wish to move closer to immediate family.
Rates - $1609.00 / half year before the early payment discount.
