Lot 53 Lockhart River Road Iron Range Qld 4892

You won’t be surprised to hear these words from the wonderful David Attenborough – ‘My favourite place in the world is far north Queensland. It has the most amazing rainforest which is quite unlike any other rainforest in the world’

There are very few opportunities to purchase 87 acres of freehold rainforest in this beautiful Australian environment, particularly one that already includes a recently built off-grid cabin.

The property provide a comfortable base from which to experience nature with minimal impact on the surrounding environment.

Start the morning with coffee on the deck while listening to the forest come alive. Spend the day exploring the coastline, fishing, diving or walking through the surrounding wilderness. Return home to the privacy of your own acreage and enjoy the sounds and creatures around.

Professionally configured solar and water systems are in place. Enjoy certified pure drinking water, water with excellent pressure, air-conditioning, lots of power outlets inside and out, and high speed Starlink internet.

WILDLIFE and BIRDWATCHING
Iron Range is internationally recognised as one of Australia’s most important wildlife and birdwatching regions, attracting enthusiasts from around the world. Many species found here are unique to this part of Cape York and are rarely seen elsewhere in Australia.

From the surrounding rainforest and nearby tracks, you will encounter:

Rare and iconic birdlife:
• Palm Cockatoo — known for its distinctive drumming behaviour using tools
• Eclectus Parrot — bright green males and striking red and blue females
• Magnificent Riflebird — a Bird-of-Paradise with elaborate courtship displays
• Red-bellied Pitta — an elusive, brightly coloured forest-floor bird
• Trumpet Manucode — a rare New Guinea species with a distinctive call
• Green-backed Honeyeater — a small, uncommon rainforest species

Reptiles and amphibians:
• Green Tree Python — an iconic emerald-green rainforest snake
• Nesbit River Monitor — a rare Cape York monitor lizard
• Kutini Boulder-frog — restricted to local boulder habitats
• Ring-tailed Gecko — endemic to the upland regions

Mammals and insects:
• Common Spotted Cuscus and Southern Common Cuscus — nocturnal, tree-dwelling marsupials
• Blue Albatross Butterfly — an extremely rare species

COAST, REEF and FISHING
The cabin is approximately 7km from Lockhart River Beach and approximately 23km from the Portland Roads boat ramp, providing access to the spectacular Cape York coastline and surrounding waters.

This section of the Great Barrier Reef is particularly close to the mainland, providing access to outstanding opportunities for diving, fishing and boating.

The surrounding rivers, creeks and estuaries also provide opportunities for recreational fishing, with species including barramundi, mangrove jack and mud crab found in the region.

Chilli Beach is also within the broader region and offers another experience of the dramatic tropical coastline of Cape York.

ACCESS and LOCATION
Located in the remote Iron Range region of Far North Queensland, people love the experience of this Cape York experience. Unique in the true sense of the word.

Access to the property is by 4WD or aircraft.

• Approximately 7km to Lockhart River Beach, shops, schools, medical services
• Approximately 23km to Portland Roads boat ramp
• Approximately 5km to Lockhart River Airport (daily flights to Cairns including its international airport)

A RARE LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY
Combine your own getaway with airbnb. Recently established, the property is proving a great little earner with year-round visitors. Researchers and workers also want a great place to utilise.

Properties like this are difficult to replicate. If you have have always dreamed of owning a private retreat surrounded by rainforest, wildlife and wilderness, here it is.

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