A 105-acre hinterland sanctuary belonging to the former CEO of a multinational company has been repositioned to sell with a price tag of between $7m to $9m.
WildHaven, in the Glass House Mountains, is an exceptional estate featuring a stunning main residence, complemented by three luxurious guest cabins, a grand cantilevered entertaining pavilion with a glass spa, an impressive outdoor stone kitchen, a resort-style steam room and a 12-seater fireplace lounge.
Other amenities include a private cinema, infinity-edge pool, 12-car garage, gym, a dedicated motocross shed plus extensive riding tracks.
“WildHaven is a rare, world-class hinterland compound,” Sotheby’s International Realty Maroochydore director Melissa Schembri said.
“It’s the kind of property that changes how you spend time together – big groups can gather, spread out, and still feel completely private.
“Not only is it an extraordinary family escape, the property already has a strong track-record as a hosted B&B consistently achieving 5-star guest reviews.
“It represents an astute investment. Approximate rates are $600 per night (weekends) for each cabin and $900 to $1,200 per night for the main house, with peak revenue around $200,000 per annum.
“For a new owner, the upside is compelling – lifestyle, accommodation income and future eco-tourism potential in one, representing exceptional value.”
Positioned just 20-minutes from Australia Zoo, 40-minutes from Sunshine Coast beaches and one-hour from Brisbane, WildHaven is a place to bring family and friends together, gathering in a world-class luxury setting with all the fun, adventure and grounding that only nature can offer.
Former CEO of Domino’s Pizza Australia and New Zealand, Nick Knight and his wife Noni bought the acreage in 2016 to develop it into their dream country escape.
“It’s always very uplifting when people come and spend time here for the first time, just how amazed and excited they are to be in this space,” Mr Knight said.
“Here, you could be anywhere in the world, it’s such a private escape… You’re up on the ridgeline overlooking the beautiful Glass House Mountains. You can see all the way to Caloundra and the ocean and Brisbane and the Woodford Valley.”
The couple celebrated their wedding at WildHaven and have shared Christmases there with up to 30 family members, who have stayed for a month in complete comfort, privacy and seclusion.
“Some days go by where we spend every waking hour together, and other days go by where we just wave to each other,” Mr Knight said.
“WildHaven is fairly unique in that aspect, and I think that’s the difference between it and other properties that are out there.
“You’ll find others might have the cumulative space or the amenity, but it isn’t constructed in a way where you can bring groups of adults and children together for long periods of time so they can enjoy each other’s company without being on top of each other.”
Nick is an avid motorcyclist who has spent many hours exploring the property’s trails with fellow riders and friends.
“It’s got a lot to offer with its little creek crossings and patches of rainforest and steep uphill climbs and all sorts of different terrain and dirt,” he said.
“It’s a really enjoyable place to ride an Enduro bike around, but it’s equally interesting to walk those tracks and appreciate the wildlife and the creeks and the really old trees and little swimming holes and dams.
“It’s been a really beautiful sanctuary to have all to ourselves.”
Nick and Noni are expecting their first baby early this year and have relocated to Brisbane.
“They’re ready to hand over this legacy estate to new custodians and are highly motivated to sell,” Ms Schembri said.
Another strong selling-point is it’s eco aspect. Mr Knight maintains “it is almost completely off-grid”.
“It has a very substantial battery and solar setup and hundreds of thousands of litres of rainwater storage,” he says.
“The concrete driveway is over 1km long. There are some pretty interesting aspects to the property that people might find interesting when they enquire.”
Mr Knight said they got as far as getting a council development application for ecotourism approved but have not pursued it.
“The new owners could pick up where that’s left off,” Mr Knight said.
“If you’re willing to comply with the legislation, then like many developments that are going on in the Glass House Mountains and Blackall Ridge, then (ecotourism) is completely on the cards.”
To arrange an inspection, or for more information about WildHaven at 2124 Maleny-Stanley River Road, Booroobin, contact Melissa Schembri on 0403 327 792 or Daniel Rees on 0456 456 753.
