Six holiday resorts for sale around Australia
The summer holidays are the perfect chance to take a step back, evaluate the year gone by and plan for the year to come.
For those lucky enough, these musings might come while lounging by the pool at a secluded tropical resort, or while wandering through the cool, calming gardens of a country retreat, at which point the thought might cross your mind – “how could I make every day like today?”
These resorts and retreats for sale around Australia might just hold the answer.
Price: $6,000,000
Resorts abound throughout Queensland’s tropical north, yet the chance to own a slice of this paradise does not come up often.
In what is described as a “once in a lifetime opportunity”, the former luxury resort, The Elandra Mission Beach, is being sold “as a potential residential oasis with room for the whole extended family”.
The Elandra, previously known as The Point, then later The Horizon, was refurbished in 2007 when bought by Katrina Knowles and husband Adam Karras for $9.25 million. Now it is primed for another lease on life, either as a luxury private residence, or as the listings says, a “lifestyle health retreat focusing on wellness, yoga, and meditation”. It could also lend itself to a complete redevelopment into a new resort or business enterprise, subject to council approval.
The star attraction of the resort is undoubtedly the stunning pool deck, with views over the Coral Sea towards Dunk Island, which is slated for a major restoration after being purchased by an international investment group in mid-2019.
Price: $3,000,000
The crystal clear waters, colourful marine life, and relaxed vibe of the NSW South Coast’s Eurobodalla region make the serene town of Broulee a popular holiday destination.
Situated less than five hours from Sydney and under three hours from Canberra, Broulee is accessible for travellers while still feeling a world away from the big city.
The luxury eco-resort The Bower comes with the option of being purchased as a going concern, incorporating five architect-designed, self-contained villas, or as a freehold offering incorporating the villas as well as 106 acres of land with DA approval for up to 61 further villas or units.
The land is zoned and approved for eco-tourism, with a long-term lease from an Optus communications tower providing income.
Price: Expressions of interest
Port Douglas has long been a must-see on the east coast backpacker route. The tropical town in Queensland’s far north is a launchpad for Great Barrier Reef adventures and Daintree Rainforest explorations.
The centrally located Port Douglas Backpackers caters to this chunk of the tourism market, with the property currently being sold on a freehold basis.
The purpose-built backpackers was extensively refurbished less than five years ago and can be configured to fit up to 188 beds. Accommodation consists of deluxe queen, en suite rooms, six and eight-bed share rooms with private bathrooms, and conventional hostel-style dorms, all with airconditioning.
The central communal facilities include two kitchens, a dining room, a “chill-out area”, an open-air TV lounge with a large deck, a tropical pool and a licenced bar.
Price: $15,500,000
The Riverina region, best known for its agriculture and proximity to the Murray River, may not spring to mind when it comes to resorts, but wherever there’s water, Australians will come out to play.
Offered to the market for the first time, the Moama on Murray Resort, boasting premier riverfront position and access, comes with an established business and significant scope for expansion.
The resort currently has multiple accommodation offerings, including 117 self-contained villas and 12 “glamping” yurts, with DA approval for a further 71 sites, taking full advantage of the 34 hectares of bushland setting.
Price: $5,000,000
Look hard beyond the sprawling towns and cities that dot Australia’s east coast, and you’ll find little seaside gems that are relatively untouched by development still do exist.
The tiny coastal town of Diamond Beach, with a population of just 886, on NSW’s Mid-North Coast, is one such gem that is home to a unique investment opportunity.
The Diamond Beach Resort is a 24,000-square-metre property with more than 160 metres of beach frontage. The existing resort features 15 self-contained apartments, three function rooms, a resort-style swimming pool and tennis and volleyball courts.
Natural attractions surround the location, with mountains, lakes, sand and surf being the biggest drawcard for guests and the property is only a short drive from the major regional centres of Forster and Taree.
Price: $3,950,000
At the southern tip of Western Australia, Margaret River has world-famous wineries and restaurants, world-class surf and pristine beaches. Just over three hours drive from Perth, some 1.6 million people visited the region last year, with 2018 seeing an 8.9 per cent annual increase in tourism numbers.
With visitors to Margaret River expecting an “all-encompassing” tourist experience, the sale of Gilgara Retreat, which includes the business, is perfectly positioned to cater to them.
The nine-hectare property is surrounded by trees, a stream system and two lakes. Accommodation includes traditional, country-styled king-size rooms in the homestead and lodge and eight self-contained apartments with north-facing views of the valley.
Gilgara Retreat bills itself as a luxurious accommodation experience for guests, and with ample space, it’s an ideal venue for a multitude of events, ranging from weddings, corporate functions or health retreats.
