Spanning 50 acres (approx. 20.18ha) of carefully curated grounds, this Bundaberg area estate sits peacefully on the banks of the Burnett River, part of Queensland’s Wide Bay region.

Known as ‘Platypus Park’, the property is ideal for multi-generational families, comprising a grand homestead built in 2018, 3-bedroom The Boathouse, two additional self-contained villas, a granny flat, a caretaker's cottage, a 320 sqm barn-style entertaining arena, and open spaces for camp/caravan sites.

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“Only 20km from Bundaberg, Platypus Park at 169 Bakers Road South Kolan is a lifestyle estate which offers everything and then some. First and foremost, it is a home ideal to accommodate extended family and friends and is a true sanctuary on the banks of the picturesque Burnett River,” Michael Vettoretto told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.

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Speaking to LUXURY LIST WEEKEND, owners Colin and Julie Pearson said every aspect of living at this property is very special.

“Having put 20-plus years of planning and design into the home and grounds, it will be hard to replicate. Living here feels like we are miles away from anywhere in our own resort. We loved owning such a pristine piece of paradise. It was such a safe and beautiful place to raise our family,” they explained. 

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The property is a sustainable sanctuary for birdlife and wildlife, including an approximately 20-acre sub-tropical rainforest, paddocks for livestock, chicken coop, 400-tree mango orchards, and fenced vegetable garden.

It is possible to to keep this ultimate lifestyle exclusive or capitalise on its commercial potential. There are two 3-bay side-by-side sheds with mezzanine storage, a helipad, and two outdoor bathroom amenity blocks, with fully irrigated, manicured lawns and formal gardens. Council approval is in place for a home-based event/ tourism/ accommodation business.

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Positioned at the end of a tree-lined circular driveway leading to a porte-cochere, the master-built main residence offers timeless interiors with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. 

The four-bedroom home offers multiple living spaces, including a spacious lounge and dining room beneath a raked ceiling, media room with handcrafted doors, and an expansive entertainment lounge with custom bar.

Other features include contemporary kitchen and butler's pantry with premium appliances, office, three bathrooms, and double garage with ample storage, as well as an internal lift, ceiling fans and air-conditioning for year-round comfort.

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Made of 80% recyclable materials, The Boatshed is enhanced with raked ceilings and lovely leafy views. There’s a modern kitchen with Caesarstone benches and a loft-style upper level with office, three bedrooms and additional toilet.

Daily farm life on the property balances with leisure activities such as fishing or kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding through the rainforest creeks. 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.

Source: Queensland Sotheby's International Realty 

To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Michael Vettoretto of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty or Lynn Malone of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty via the contact form below. 

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