luxury real estate for sale Burrum Heads, Australia

High above the banks of the Mary River, one of the finest Federation residences on the Fraser Coast sits within a well-curated sub-tropical garden. This circa 1890s Maryborough private residence comes to market for the first time in almost 45 years. Occupying a 3,344 sqm double block with 44 linear meters of river frontage, the grounds and mature gardens are meticulously manicured. It is a peaceful sanctuary yet only minutes from the heart of town. Impeccably presented, the home sprawls across 863 square metres, interiors and undercover, with five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a charming kitchen and multiple living and dining areas indoors and out. Hardwood timber floors, Silky Oak interior doors, original leadlight windows, and 3.3-metre ceilings are a testament to its timeless elegance, while the signature wide verandahs are a perfectly elevated spot to savour the glorious breezes, garden fragrances, and river vistas. Held by one family for almost 45 years, this is a home for all seasons. It is where the magnificent grounds laced with tree orchids are in full song come spring, and summers are spent cooking woodfire pizzas poolside. Come autumn watch from the wide wraparound verandahs while kids play on the lawn then spend winter evenings curled up indoors by the cosy wood fire. Promising serenity without compromising on convenience, you can walk to parks, schools and the CBD. Alternatively, step back in time with a stroll along Wharf Street, where heritage-listed buildings line the Mary River or be transported to your childhood, with the annual Mary Poppins Festival, a community favourite with visitors coming from far and wide. Travel is easy to beaches, a regional airport, the Brisbane Airport and the Brisbane CBD. Truly, this is a place where the next generation of owners will be proud to call their home sweet home. To start the conversation, please call Lynn Malone at +61 408 772 880. Select highlights. • Iconic Mary River location and one of the finest Federation residences on the Fraser Coast • Cherished family home in a blue-chip street, first time offered for sale in almost 45 years • 3,344 sqm double block with 44 linear metres of deep-water river frontage and meticulously manicured tropical gardens. • Presides over one of the highest points in Maryborough and has never flooded • Circa 1890s with locally sourced hardwood timber floors, Silky Oak interior doors, original door hardware, leadlight windows, and 3.3-metre ceilings • 863 square metre residence with five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a charming kitchen and multiple living and dining areas indoors and out • Mature gardens showcasing landscaped topiaries, hedges, arbours, trellises, a rotunda, a gazebo and a greenhouse • Wraparound verandahs offer idyllic river, pool and garden vistas • 12-metre x 6-metre pool bordered by a brick-paved alfresco area with an outdoor pizza oven • Terraced gardens and stepped walkways with alfresco landings leading to the Mary River • Double bay garage plus an extensive brick-paved motor court • Attic with high ceilings that could become additional living space • Wood-burning fireplace in the main living room • 1,000-bottle climatized wine cellar • Air-conditioning and ceiling fans • Town water, supplemented by rainwater tanks x 3 for landscape irrigation Location and getting here • Walk to Maryborough CBD, St Mary's Primary School, Queens Park, Maryborough Central State School • 4-minute drive to Maryborough High School and St Mary's College • 5-minute drive to shopping, services, and the Maryborough Hospital • 25-minute drive to Hervey Bay Public Hospital • 30-minute drive to Hervey Bay beaches • 35-minute drive to Hervey Bay Airport • 45 minutes by motorboat cruise to Hervey Bay and Great Sandy Strait • 2.5-hour drive to Brisbane Airport and Brisbane CBD

Nestled on the banks of the mighty Burnett River, Platypus Park is a country estate spanning 50 acres of carefully curated grounds. The offering is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to experience peace, prosperity, and tranquillity. Perfect for multi-generational families, it provides endless possibilities for adventure and outdoor activities. The estate comprises a grand homestead built in 2015, The Boathouse made of 80% recyclable materials, two self-contained villas, a granny flat, a caretaker's cottage, a 320 sqm barn-style entertaining arena, and open spaces for camp/caravan sites. Whether you want to keep this ultimate lifestyle exclusively or capitalise on its commercial potential, everything is in place to create your best life and realise your vision. At Platypus Park, living is easy with time as the most luxurious indulgence. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast poolside while savouring mangoes collected fresh from the 400 tree orchards. The daily farm life balances with leisure activities such as kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding through the rainforest creeks and catching the fish of the day. Once back on the shore, fire up the outdoor pizza oven or BBQ, play games with the kids on the football-field-sized lawns, take the ponies through their paces, practice your putting skills on the golf greens or take a cool dip in the freshwater pool. As the sun sets, the true magic begins as you imagine your tomorrow. Platypus Park celebrates life's simple pleasures and sets the stage for a commercial venture. The infrastructure is in place for a significant destination wedding venue. Sustainability is the mantra, and it is powered by 25kW solar, a six-megalitre water supply, and riparian rights for an unlimited freshwater supply. Main Residence • Master-built, featuring an internal lift • Timeless interiors with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow • Contemporary kitchen and butler's pantry with premium appliances • Spacious lounge and dining room beneath a raked ceiling • Media room with handcrafted doors • Expansive entertainment lounge with custom bar • Four bedrooms and three bathrooms • Office • Tree-lined circular driveway leading to a porte-cochere • Double garage with ample storage • Ceiling fans and air-conditioning The Boatshed • Enhanced with raked ceilings and lovely leafy views • Modern kitchen with Caesarstone benches • Loft-style upper level with office, three bedrooms and additional toilet The Property • Sustainable sanctuary • Haven for birdlife and wildlife • Approximately 20-acre sub-tropical rainforest • Paddocks for livestock • Chicken coop • Fenced vegetable garden • Fully irrigated, manicured lawns and formal gardens • Helipad • Two 3-bay side-by-side sheds with mezzanine storage • Two outdoor bathroom amenity blocks • Council approval for home-based event/tourism/accommodation business Location As part of the Wide Bay region, Bundaberg is 385 kilometres north of Brisbane and is the 10th largest city in Queensland. The CBD is situated along the southern bank of the Burnett River. Qantas services a regional airport, which recently introduced twice-weekly direct flights from Melbourne. Bundaberg is famous for its signature rum, sugar cane, macadamias, turtles, and proximity to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Set sail for Lady Musgrave Island, Lady Elliot Island, or Karagi, which are accessible in a few hours from nearby Burnett Heads. Is Platypus Park too good to be true? Come and see for yourself. Start the conversation today.