A former cattle farm known among locals for its grazing paddocks has been transformed into a boutique acreage estate in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
The 84-acre property at Eumundi, known as Hazelwood Estate, has been developed in two stages, with the first comprising nine lots that are already on the market and the second stage of 15 properties progressing through the planning process. The land was previously operated as an organic cattle farm by the same owners for about 30 years.
The estate is accessed via Stirling Drive, with future access also planned for some lots via Cash Road as part of the second stage. Lot sizes range from about 6000 square metres to around 12 acres, with an average size of about one hectare.
Vision22 director and property consultant Johan Lundkvist said the development was designed to retain as much of the site’s natural character as possible.
He said underground power, NBN connections and concrete driveways had been installed, while building covenants were intended to protect the long-term character of the estate.
Bushfire management measures were also incorporated into the development approval process, including designated access and turning areas for emergency vehicles throughout the estate.
Despite the residential development, owners are still able to keep farm animals if they choose, with no restrictions on livestock.
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Mr Lundkvist said only limited vegetation was cleared for the project, and as part of the stage one approval process with council, a revegetation plan was incorporated into the development.
“If you look at the original topography maps, there hasn’t been much of the vegetation cleared at all,” he said.
“When you walk or drive around the estate, you do get a sense of the lushness and the preserved nature.”
He said the area remained home to abundant wildlife, including wallabies, kangaroos and extensive birdlife.
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The first stage received titles late last year and has already recorded three settled sales, with another property currently under offer. Prices for the vacant lots range from about $1.2 million to $2.3 million.
Construction on the first home is expected to begin within the next month.
Mr Lundkvist said interest had come from local and interstate buyers, with inquiries also received from overseas.
While acknowledging the region’s broader housing challenges, he said the development was aimed at buyers seeking large lifestyle properties rather than higher-density housing, with the potential for secondary dwellings subject to council approval.
