A rare opportunity to secure 4.27 acres of prime Running Creek frontage – tightly held and rarely available, just 90 minutes from Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
This exceptional property is a hidden sanctuary offering both an enviable lifestyle and a unique opportunity to create a boutique tourism venture. With 265 metres of frontage to Running Creek – one of Queensland's most pristine permanent waterways – and level, usable land, this is an address where nature, privacy, and possibility meet.
Set at the base of Mt Chinghee National Park (part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area), the property is alive with native wildlife, rainforest birds, and the peaceful sound of running water.
The well-established gardens, completely private from the road, create a botanical haven featuring rare species, mature shade trees, and a thriving orchard with avocado, mango, pecan, citrus, and even coffee plants. Irrigation from Running Creek ensures year-round lushness, with a swimming hole and fishing spots right on your doorstep.
The solid 1970s home offers generous indoor and outdoor living with wraparound verandas, large open spaces, and the option to easily convert back to three bedrooms, with scope to add a second bathroom. Solar power with battery storage, solar hot water, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, wood stove, and three-phase power ensure comfort and efficiency. Starlink internet and a mobile booster provide excellent connectivity – perfect for remote work or running a business.
Property Highlights:
• 1.73 hectares (4.27 acres) with 265m of Running Creek frontage
• Level, usable land – ideal for horses, hobby farming, or boutique stays
• 2-bedroom home (convertible to 3) with large wraparound verandah
• Off-grid ready: extensive solar power, 2 batteries, solar hot water & 3-phase power
• New pumps (irrigation, septic, rainwater tank) & 25,000L rainwater storage
• Air-conditioning, solar roof ventilation, ceiling fans, and wood stove
• Established botanical gardens and fruit orchard with irrigation system
• Good quality kennel or chicken house, multiple sheds
• Swimming hole, fishing spots, and regular platypus sightings
• Includes EGO electric ride-on mower and garden tools
Tourism & Investment Potential:
Running Creek is one of the Scenic Rim's most sought-after lifestyle destinations, popular with campers, birdwatchers, and star-gazers.
The property sits high above the creek bed and under current council rules could accommodate multiple cabins (subject to approval) making it ideal for Hipcamp-style stays, glamping, wellness retreats, or eco-tourism experiences.
With its close proximity to National Parks, waterfalls, hiking trails, and the award-winning town of Boonah, this property is perfectly positioned to capitalise on the Scenic Rim's thriving tourism market.
• Potential for a boutique coffee stop or weekend farm-gate café to service the growing number of day-trippers and holiday visitors exploring the area
• Opportunities for glamping, spa retreats, weddings, or nature-based events
Location:
• Just 14km to Rathdowney for local shops, café, fuel, and primary school
• 40km to Beaudesert for Woolworths, Aldi, hospital, schools & more
• Approximately 90 minutes to Brisbane CBD or the Gold Coast
• Easy access to Mt Barney, Mt Lindesay, Lamington National Park & Lake Moogerah – perfect for hiking, camping, and exploring the Scenic Rim
Whether you're seeking a peaceful, productive lifestyle or a property with income-generating potential, this Running Creek acreage is an opportunity not to be missed.
Price: $1,050,000+ Offers
Contact: Simone on 0414 366 969 to arrange your private inspection.
