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Standard Unit

Standard Unit

Cook Shed for campers and Bunkhouse

Bunkhouse

Kingfisher Park

Birdwatchers Lodge

Business and Property

For Sale

How would you like to own and operate

Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge and

enjoy a fabulous lifestyle?

Where are we?

We are in the rural community of Julatten situated 10Km from Mt. Molloy, which has basic facilities, and 1½ hrs from Cairns city and international airport. Major centers of Mossman (25mins) and Mareeba (40mins) have banking and supermarket facilities. Port Douglas on the coast is only 40 minutes away.

History and Description:

Kingfisher Park Birdwatchers Lodge was established in 1991 and since then has become a must-visit destination for birdwatchers within Australia and around the world. In 2008 Eco-tourism accreditation was obtained; this is globally recognised and commits the Lodge to continued sustainable practices and to provide a nature-based tourism experience. Approximately 95% of guests staying at the Lodge are either birdwatchers or interested in wildlife or photography. Its unique situation in the best birdwatching area in Australia, coupled with accommodation options to suit all levels, makes this a great birdwatching tourism opportunity for a couple with a passion for birds and wildlife.

The business has all the required permits and licences for running the accommodation and a restaurant/cafe plus a 3MgL water allowance per year, which is pumped from Bushy Creek and treated before use. The business has comprehensive web site, blog site, brochures, information sheets, area maps, advertising and signage.

Currently the business is run by two people and one/two part time casual housemaids who are required at busy times. The business is offered on a walk in walk out basis with the current owners willing to be on hand for a period to ensure a smooth transition.

The property is located at 6, Mt. Kooyong Road, Julatten, Queensland

Land:

Area is 5ha (12acres) and is freehold, it consists of rainforest, gardens and orchard. Bushy Creek forms one boundary and supplies water to the property. It is a designated 'Land for Wildlife' area.

Property:

Consists of six self-contained units, four bunkhouse rooms, 18 camp-sites plus tent areas, cookshed, laundry and amenities block. A two bedroom managers residence is situated above the reception/shop, office and in-house laundry, guests library/computer room and commercial standard kitchen. There is also a two bay lock up storage shed.

Attractions:

There are many varied habitats within close proximity to the Lodge including National Parks and reserves. The property and surrounding 1.5km have recorded over 220 species of birds and in addition there are many normally hard to see mammals and reptiles resident within the grounds. Tour groups enjoy having accommodation with birdwatching on the doorstep and dining facilities in a rainforest setting. Cairns International Airport is only 1½hrs away on good sealed roads. Areas such as Daintree, Port Douglas and Cooktown are easily accessed

Accommodation:

Self Contained Units - 4 x Standard + 2 x 2 Bedroom

The standard units have a double or queen bed plus a single bed; the two bedroom units have a double or queen bed, two single beds and an extra single bed in the living area.

• Fully self-contained, linen, bedding and towels supplied.
• Shower and toilet facilities in all units
• Fully equipped kitchen - fridge/freezer, gas cook top, microwave, electric frypan, toaster, electric jug, teapot, coffee plunger, crockery, cutlery, pots & pans.
• Bedside tables
• Clock/radio
• Overhead and pedestal fans
• Fly-screened windows
• Shared verandah for standard units and own verandah for two bedroom units, all have outdoor tables and chairs
• Two bedroom units also have dining room table and chairs, coffee table and sofa.

Bunkhouse:

The bunkhouse has 3 twin rooms plus a double room.

• Linen, bedding and towels supplied.
• Security lockers under bed for twin rooms
• Double room has table and chairs, sink, toaster and electric jug.
• Eating and cooking utensils supplied.
  

Camping, Caravan and Motorhome Sites:

• 18 sites with concrete parking area, 13 of which are powered sites.
• Rainforest camping area for tents.

Amenities for Camp and Bunkhouse:

• Communal cook shed, contains a fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, barbecue, gas cook top, tables and benches

• Separate amenities block; toilets, showers and coin operated laundry with one washing machine and one dryer
  

Other Facilities:

Restaurant/cafe

Eating area in front of units on a wooden deck situated in the rainforest with access to bain marie servery in kitchen. The decking is covered with a canvas tent top and houses four dining tables and 16 chairs with extra room for another table and chairs. To service this area there is a commercially approved Kitchen.

Contact: Keith & Lindsay

Price $980,000.00 neg.