Enormous Possibilities
This property could be...
A luxurious retreat; or a very private home:
The property has been developed and used by the two owners as a high quality private sanctuary. Given its unique location within the native bushlands of the Mount Jerusalem National Park, it could also suit a number of complementary uses. The property’s development potential could harness the natural assets of the area. The Koonyum Range is well-suited to nature-based eco-tourism. It’s a fabulous spot for bush walking, riding horses or mountain bikes, hang-gliding, abseiling, and four-wheel driving. The Byron Bay hang gliding club has traditionally used a launch site on this very property for its advanced members. A new owner could, for example, further develop the property as a nature-based tourism facility. Some critical preliminary work in this regard has already been completed. More specifically:
- Formal approval for the operation of a Bed and Breakfast facility has been obtained from Byron Council.
- Council consent has also been obtained for the conversion of the existing approved self-contained studio to a commercial holiday cabin.
- In principle agreement has been provided should it be decided to establish a ‘dual occupancy’ by conversion of the house’s guest wing into a self-contained granny flat.
This unique property can provide a safe haven in a world gone mad - an opportunity for both carbon-neutral sustainable living, as well as spiritual healing.
Future Potential
The House
- Originally designed for optional conversion to a dual occupation eg a granny flat or an upmarket tourism facility - Electricity, LPG gas supply and waste water disposal in situ for a second kitchen
- Wiring in situ for an external Jacuzzi
The Property
Potential Tourism Facility:
- Home is approved as a B & B
- Approved studio also has approval for conversion to a holiday cabin
- Approval could be sought for relocation as "honeymoon cabin" on cliff top
- Council assessed property as potentially suitable for 4 – 10 cabin tent sites
- Hang gliding area could be upgraded to a formal helicopter landing zone
eg fly-in dinner/B&B guests STCA