Located in World Heritage Rainforest at the Southern end of the Atherton Tablelands, in Far North Queensland, 'Chilverton Cottages, Restaurant and Day-spa' is a fully operational and profitable boutique business catering to those who seek a wonderfully relaxing, pet-friendly retreat in a beautiful, natural setting.

The lifestyle property has been listed with Caroline Yarr of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty with a price guide of $1,750,000.

body_1_chilverton_cottages.jpg

Source: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

The property is situated in the rural locality of Evelyn, approximately 1,084m above sea level, a 30-minute drive from Atherton, Lake Tinaroo and Yungaburra, and 2 hours from Port Douglas.

44-j.freund-_z719123_copy.jpg

Source: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

“This is an exciting, affordable opportunity to secure a magical 7-acre (2.42ha) parcel of land with an ongoing business,” Caroline Yarr told THE HOTEL CONVERSATION.

“With so much scope to improve, enhance, expand, and redevelop, this is the ideal property for those seeking a ‘tree-change’. Convenient to Cairns, the Atherton Tablelands is significantly cooler than the coastal fringe, with local food and wine trails, hiking, waterfalls, and so many natural wonders to explore. There’s no doubt this region is enjoying a tourism boom!”

body_6_chilverton_cottages.jpg

Source: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

Speaking to THE HOTEL CONVERSATION, Gwen Bradford, owner of ‘Chilverton Cottages’ for the past 14 years, said she had enjoyed living in this enviable piece of paradise.

“We live on the banks of the Millstream River, surrounded by State forest, with abundant wildlife including the Lumholtz Tree Kangaroo which is only found in this part of the world and regular visits from the elusive platypus.”

body_2_chilverton_cottages.jpg

Source: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

Gwen told THE HOTEL CONVERSATION that her time on the property would have left a neutral carbon footprint, with renewable energy sourced from a local windmill farm and all of the flora that has been planted on the property.

“As we are nearing retirement, it is time to step down and let the next owners take the property to another level again, while they get to live in and enjoy this amazing place.”

“The best time of the day is when we sit out on the deck in the evening. All of the birds come to life and there is a chorus of singing until darkness falls. After that, you hear the sounds of the night birdlife as you fall asleep in your bed and then awaken in the morning to the soft trills of the morning birds.”

body_4_chilverton_cottages.jpg

Source: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

The main residence sits atop the hill, overlooking the towering rose gums down by the riverbank. It's currently set as a one-bedroom home with the Restaurant, Day Spa, Games Room and Bar. The Restaurant can seat 30 people and the adjacent commercial grade kitchen is well equipped and designed. The Day Spa has 2 treatment rooms, separate access, and a private courtyard area.

There are 2 private, self-contained cottages on the bank of the river, each with carport, wood-burning heaters, BBQ and all the comforts of home. A further 2 cottages are located closer to the homestead, and 2 others are hosted within the main residence.

body_3_chilverton_cottages.jpg

Source: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

There's also a dedicated pet park, allowing guests to let their four-legged friends run-free within a fully fenced area. Well maintained walking paths lead through the forest, over bridges, with fire-pits and picnic areas to enjoy.

Other features of this walk-in/walk-out business include an industrial sized laundry, large workshop, shed and storage rooms, rainwater tanks, 2 mega-litre water license, carpark, double carport, full inventory of furniture and a registered vehicle, as well as an existing database of regular guests.

Source: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

To request a copy of the Information Memorandum please contact the Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty marketing agent Caroline Yarr via the contact details below.

To view the listing or for more information click here. 

Related reading:

Dougies Backpackers Resort Port Douglas for sale by Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty

Top-rated waterfront motel in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands for sale – NZ Sotheby’s