Located in Far North Queensland, Sharpe's Ridge offers unparalleled views from its unique location near Thorntons Gap, a historic pass once traversed by stagecoaches and bullock trains. Just a short drive from Townsville International Airport, this property provides uninterrupted vistas of Townsville, Magnetic Island, and the Coral Sea, with potential for modernization. Boasting a rich history of forestry, cattle farming, and tourism, Sharpe's Ridge is set on 94.68 hectares of native land, offering a glimpse into the region's past while providing opportunities for future development.
This property presents an opportunity for redevelopment into a small community with the enthusiastic support of the Charters Towers Council. Alternatively, it could become an idyllic retreat, boasting a magnificent home and multiple buildings that would make it an estate to envy, appealing to any aspiring land baron.
Key Features:
Council Approval Secured: This property has obtained council approval, although does not yet have Development Application (DA) approval.
FIRB Approval for Overseas Buyers: The land is FIRB approved, as it does not yet have Development Application (DA) approval - Ideal for overseas buyers!
The property overlooks the spectacular Pipers Lookout and beyond
Historical significance with former attractions like 'Mountain Way Tunnel Tours'
Potential for development. Current owners have created Eco Village Plans which are available to view.
Adjacent to the successful iconic Heritage Tea Rooms
Features a small caretaker house with a spacious carport
Includes a lock-up shed, shower/toilet block with power, and caravan pads
A second oversized shed, alongside several small self-contained huts
Comes with tractor and ride-on mower
Bore for water supply
Approx 94.68-hectare freehold property
For enquiries, contact Barbara Wolveridge at +61 418 760 004 to discuss this unique opportunity.
The size of Hervey Range is approximately 634.6 square kilometres. It has 3 parks covering nearly 1.2% of total area. The population of Hervey Range in 2011 was 446 people. By 2016 the population was 277 showing a population decline of 37.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Hervey Range is 50-59 years. Households in Hervey Range are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Hervey Range work in a trades occupation. In 2011, 79.8% of the homes in Hervey Range were owner-occupied compared with 90.7% in 2016.
Hervey Range has 147 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Hervey Range have seen a 106.06% increase in median value, while Units have seen a -5.15% decrease. As at 31 July 2024:
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