In its own private valley lies this very special life style property: 100 acres of paradise nestled by the foot of Mt. Doughboy (Tarrawarra) in the the stunningly beautiful Doon Doon valley surrounded by world heritage listed national parks. Lying within the famous Mt Warning caldera, the property has been organically managed for 20 years and enjoys very reliable rainfall of over 1600mm p.a.
Permanently flowing Doon Doon creek forms the southern boundary of the property with 300 m of pristine creek frontage. The clear water runs over moss-covered boulders and through several deep rock pools shaded by overhanging rainforest trees.
Doon Doon creek is also famed for its beautiful and unusual crystals and parts of the creek are especially good for fossicking .
Farming practices in the valley are restricted, with no intensive farming permitted no dairy, poultry or pig – ensuring the quality and clarity of this very special creek.
Lemon Myrtle Cottage is a romantic, hand crafted 1-bed timber cottage sittting on the lush creek flats surrounded by veggie gardens and fragrant bush food trees . The cottage offers slate floor, open plan kitchen and dining. Off-grid and self-sustaining with ample solar power, hot water and a fire place for those winter evenings. Power is available close by (200m) and easy to connect, if preferred.
Both Internet access and mobile reception are good allowing you to work from home.
There are approximately 10 acres of cleared, level land, the remainder is a species rich woodland (with many rare species incl. a grove of mature grass trees) divided over a series of ridges and gullies. The diversity of the environment attracts and sustains an abundant wild life and an exceptionally rich bird life.
A special feature of the property are the kilometres of well formed internal tracks which give access to the whole property. Perfect for bush walking or horse riding.
Good income making potentials exists from firewood/timber, bush foods and/or eco-tourism. Rental income from the cottage approx. $200/week.
There are several good level building sites offering exceptional views to Mt. Warning, Mt. Doughboy and the surrounding national parks.
Build your dream home and enjoy the peace, tranquillity and very special ambience that this property offers. Here it is extremely private no other buildings or man-made structures can be seen from anywhere on the property yet it is only 18 mins to Uki, 30 mins to Murwillumbah, 1 hr to Gold coast international airport and 1 hr 45mins to Brisbane international airport. The sealed road starts from the driveway.
If you are looking for something very special and unique to create the life style of your dreams this property has got it all. Extremely beautiful in every corner.
* 300m frontage to beautiful and permanently flowing Doon Doon creek
* Gorgeous rainforest swimming holes.
* Views to Mt Warning (Wollumbin) and Mt. Doughboy (Tarrawarra).
* Approx. 10 acres cleared.
* Diverse and species rich woodland.
* Sealed road to drive way.
* Several good and level building sites.
* Park-like creek flats.
* Established veggie gardens.
* Excellent internal access to the property on over 4 km of well formed tracks.
* Hardwood timber plantations – termite resistant species (about 1100 trees – mainly Turpentine, Tallowwood, Blackbutt and Red Mahogany). Aged 15 20 years.
* Rainforest timbers and bush food trees – Lemons myrtles (80+ trees), Davidson’s plum and Bunya pines.
* The property has been organically managed and cattle-free since 1995.
* Good rainfall (>1600mm p.a.).
* Good mobile and internet reception (mobile broadband).
* Abundant wild life.
* Power line that extends to boundary.
* Rental income from the cottage approx. $200/week.
Viewers by appointment – serious buyers only, please!