Cassowary 136 Cassowary Road

Private 39-Acre Mountain Retreat – Minutes from Port Douglas

Discover a rare 39-acre retreat just minutes from Mossman and Port Douglas, where privacy, self-sufficiency, and nature come together. Surrounded by seasonal creeks and lush forests, this elevated estate captures cool mountain breezes and offers resort-style living with modern amenities. The property was originally built in 2008 and has undergone significant upgrades in 2024, leaving nothing more to be done.

The Residence
Set on a 2.5-hectare clearing, the 400 sqm home is thoughtfully designed with a North-South orientation to embrace the natural surroundings. Highlights include:
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an officeHalf-octagon-shaped living area with a striking Red-Gum columnCaesarstone kitchen countertops, a marble-timber bathroom vanity, and a 1913 cast iron clawfoot bathtubExpansive verandas for seamless indoor-outdoor livingZoned ducted air conditioning for year-round comfortThe walk-in closet in the master also doubles as a storm shelter. There is also a ceiling room for additional storage.
The Barnstyle Shed
12m x 11m barn-style shed & office with an adjoining 9m x 9m machinery shed for a boat, caravan, or equipmentThe newly renovated two-story barn now includes a fully equipped kitchenette with a gas cooktop, a separate bathroom, and an upstairs loft-style space as well as re-wiring throughout. With potential for guest accommodation to create an additional income stream (pending material change of use), it could also be utilised as a creative studio, workshop, or storage for equipment or business needs.

Infrastructure & Sustainability
This property is built for off-grid potential and effortless modern living, featuring:
14kW solar system powering both the house and shedBrand-new submersible bore pump with a purification systemIrrigated orchard, greenhouse, pods, and fruit trees (mangoes, limes, bananas, jackfruit)Commercial-grade septic system Honda 5KVA backup generator hard-wired to the houseTown water, electricity, bin, and postal serviceThree-phase power ready for connection
✅ Additional features include;
New custom-built pool with shade sailAdditional maintenance shed (approx 7m x 16m) with kitchenetteNewly concreted driveway for improved accessAbundant birdlife - A twitchers and nature lovers paradise!
Located 10 minutes to Mossman, 15 minutes to Port Douglas and just over an hour to Cairns International Airport.

Offered with vacant possession, and with furniture, appliances, and equipment negotiable - This exceptional estate offers the perfect balance of privacy, modern comforts, and sustainable living in an idyllic setting. Contact Amanda Haines on 0417 248 854 to arrange your private viewing.