A sprawling tropical retreat once owned by Australia’s richest citizen Gina Rinehart has just been listed for sale.
The Queensland property is located on the shores of Murray Bay, just outside Bowen and spreads out over 3.5 hectares of secluded land, including 250m of private beachfront.
The locale, referred to as a ‘gateway to the Whitsundays’, is in a true north orientation towards the water and boasts three detached houses and three self-contained units.
Current owner and former rugby league player Mike McLean bought the tropical estate in 2020 from Hancock Prospecting, which is owned by Rinehart.
The main house features three bedrooms and three bathrooms, opening up onto sweeping sea views and picturesque landscaped gardens.
While the other two houses offer three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Three renovated units offer additional accommodation, comprising two studio units and a larger family unit, each outfitted with contemporary amenities.
Other structures on the site include a beach shack, shed, carport, and beachfront pavilion.
The property was believed to have been used for the accomodation of Hancock Prospecting workers when it owned by Rinehart.
The listing by Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty claims the property is ‘the only private haven to grace Murray Bay.’
Additionally, the complex is only accessible via high security gates that ‘declare exclusivity from the road and ensure that every guest is welcomed by appointment only,’ the listing read.
The waterfront estate is ‘flanked by crown land and offers only walking access to the bay’ and also boasts a natural spring.
The property is listed under tourism/residential zoning, meaning it can be used as either a home or a resort.
‘Whether you envision a premium resort, caravan park, lifestyle hotel/licensed venue, or you wish to retain this slice of paradise as your own private retreat, this estate offers a curated canvas for your grandest aspirations,’ the listing says.
No asking price has been listed, however the owners are inviting expressions of interest.
