Owners are committed to a sale on or before Auction. We highly recommend Buyer's view what's on offer here! Even with a manager in place the property offers an exceptional return on investment. View today!
Every so often something truly special is presented to the market that has no peer "Moon Cottage" in the heart of Maleny town is one such property - on a pristine 1974m2 block with two titles and three fully self-contained residences, this classy package epitomises the essence of the Blackall Range charm and offers an extremely attractive and viable income opportunity for the lifestyle changer.
With three separate residences, all in immaculate condition with no expense spared or corners cut, this is a property that has been a labour of love' for current owners who were planning to make this their retirement income-earning lifestyle property. Circumstances have changed, and the opportunity is very real.
"Moon Cottage" itself is a Queenslander-style property, circa 1920's, a gold-miners cottage moved from the banks of the Obi Obi River to its current location. It is fully self-contained over two levels; the upper level is complete with three bedrooms, study, two bathrooms, separate living and dining, high-quality kitchen and entertaining deck with delightful north-facing views.
The property has been meticulously restored to pay tribute to the integrity of the era, as well as accommodating modern comforts for residents. Features on the upper level include hardwood timber and Bamboo floors, high decorative ceilings, casement windows, premium stainless-steel appliances, VJ walls, stunning lead-lighting with the original moon inset' above the front door, imported French chandeliers, wool carpet, pressed metal feature walls, combustion heater, black opal granite benches in kitchen, and much more. Detailed list available from Agent.
The downstairs level is configured for four self-contained guest-accommodation units ideal for short-term accommodation, with a communal area. In addition, on the property there are two stand-alone separate cottages (currently rented) - 1 x 3 bedroom and 1 x 2 bedroom - also ideal for guest accommodation.
The property has convenience of connection to both town water and sewerage. Infrastructure on the property includes: fencing, solar hot water, 32,000 litre rainwater tanks, 8-car accommodation, paved north-facing alfresco entertaining and BBQ area, shed and storage container, vegetable garden and a variety of fruit trees - garden to plate in action!
The "Moon Cottage" parcel and concept was a lifestyle retirement dream; with current owners now having to focus in a different direction; this is very much an untapped potential income-producing business that has a projected trajectory that extends from $370K* based on 50% occupancy, $480K+* at 65% occupancy - the estimates are conservative and very achievable and expenses low.
There is only one other guesthouse as close to town as "Moon Cottage", and Maleny is a wedding and celebration hot spot' that generates a huge income for hospitality operators, that is growing every year.
The amazing Sunshine Coast climate combined with its close proximity to Brisbane, and the breathtaking, lush natural beauty the Maleny countryside offers is virtually unsurpassed. People want to visit here, get married here, holiday here, live here.
- Exceptional opportunity, 3 dwellings, 1,974m2 parcel, 2 titles, walk to town
- Fully restored "Moon Cottage" 1920's 3 bed, 2 bath Queenslander - nothing to spend
- Lower level, 4 self-contained suites, all with external entry access
- Private setting with 2 cottages, 1 X 3 bed, 1 X 2 Bed on a separate title
- Realistic income opportunity @ 50% occupancy - $370K* @ 65% occupancy -$480K+*
- Strategic position with 35 metre road frontage, excellent exposure and branding
- Meticulous integrity to restoration of "Moon Cottage", 8 + car accommodation
- Delightful northerly outlook over rainforest and rolling green countryside
- Pristine parcel in every sense, exceptional lifestyle and income opportunities
- Perfect for buyers seeking lifestyle change with business ready to go
- Character, Charm, Convenience, and Classlocation, lifestyle, luxury
This truly is an amazing opportunity to capitalise on the wedding/events accommodation industry with the property location walking distance to Maleny township. Its easy care, easy maintenance and we can recommend a manager. Exceptional return on investment after costs expected.