Ever wanted to build your dream home among the treetops of your private tropical rainforest paradise? This Hawkins Creek acreage is the opportunity you have been waiting for. Nestled close to some of North Queensland’s most prized and protected natural scenery, this 8-acre property boasts an array of priceless native wildlife in the striking landscape of the Hinchinbrook hinterland. Drainage and formwork for the house pad access have been largely completed and a second home site with main road frontage would require little effort. Just 15 mins from Ingham along sealed roads. Some of the world’s best beaches, boating and bushwalking experiences are also at your doorstep.
If you are considering real estate in Ingham, we have compiled some information on the Hinchinbrook shire that you might find interesting: Located in tropical North Queensland 250klms south of Cairns and 110klms north of Townsville, Ingham boasts three beautiful beaches, Forrest Beach, Taylors and Lucinda, all have magnificent fishing and the coastline is fringed by the world renowned Hinchinbrook Island and Palm Island group. Beyond these spectacular Islands is the Great Barrier Reef. Travel inland from Ingham and you find the lowland rainforest of Broadwater National Park. Located in the Girringun National Park (formerly named Lumholtz National Park) Wallaman Falls which is the highest single drop waterfall in Australia and is also home to the Lumholtz Tree Kangaroo. Ingham itself is host to the Tyto Wetlands, where the Hinchinbrook Shire Council has recently constructed the Tyto Wetlands Information centre which allows people to view the natural beauty of native animals and over 200 bird species. There are many local primary schools both public and private throughout the district, two high schools and one boarding school. There are many different dining experiences to be savoured but if you require the fast food variety, enjoy KFC, McDonalds, Eagle Boys and Subway. Grocery shopping is a breeze with Woolworths, Coles and IGA, being well supported by local convenience stores. Your finances will also be assured with major banks, Commonwealth, NAB, Bendigo, Suncorp, Westpac and ANZ all being located in the main street. Overall Ingham and the surrounding district are a truly extraordinary place to live, which is matched only by the friendliness of the locals.