Just 300 metres from the breathtaking shore and the crystal-clear turquoise waters of Rivoli Bay, this extraordinary 1,612sqm corner allotment offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in the charming coastal township of Southend. Positioned on the only access road to the beach, the site is embraced by bushland serenity, the scent of sea air, and the sound of waves — it's not just land, it's a soul-stirring canvas for a dream lifestyle or visionary seaside enterprise.
Southend is a quiet cray fishing village adored for its safe, expansive swimming beach and spectacular marine surrounds — perfect for sailing, kayaking, fishing, snorkelling and windsurfing. It sits peacefully on the southern shore of Rivoli Bay, just 20km south of Beachport and approximately 40 minutes from Robe — two of South Australia's most iconic coastal tourist destinations. While those towns hum with activity, Southend remains a hidden gem — an unspoiled haven awaiting discovery by lifestyle seekers and creative pioneers alike.
Previously used as a mini, part-time caravan park, the site still retains several original improvements. At its heart stands a solid 16m x 8m Besser block recreational facility with timber flooring throughout, a generous kitchen with grease trap, gas & electric appliances, slow combustion fireplace/baker's oven, designated office space with split system, carport, large pergola and undercover BBQ area. A three-room original bunkhouse also remains at the front of the property. While current council restrictions limit use, the owner has prepared draft plans for a proposed residential redevelopment — available to view upon request and included in the sale.
Water supply is abundant with a 5,000-gallon rainwater tank, an additional 5,000-litre and 8,000-litre tank, a bore with both windmill and electric pump, and pressure pump connected. The property also has 3-phase power and ample space for off-street parking, landscaping or further improvements.
With only one small general store in the area, there is huge scope for entrepreneurial vision. Imagine a local coastal art gallery, a coffee house or wine cellar door, a micro-brewery and beer garden, a burger shack with live music, an ice cream parlour... the possibilities are truly endless. The site would perfectly align with Wattle Range Council's 10-year tourism strategy focused on growing the local visitor economy and encouraging vibrant new business.
Whether you're an eco-tourism entrepreneur, a creative soul, a food and wine lover or simply someone dreaming of a peaceful seaside life — this is a rare coastal holding brimming with potential.
Opportunities to purchase land of this size and flexibility, so close to the beach, are extremely rare. Properties in Southend are tightly held — often passed through generations of families who understand and cherish the unspoiled beauty of this coastal sanctuary.
A chance to build your future on your own terms — and to create something truly special by the sea.
Contact Deidre Mastroyannis today on 0403 118 581 to arrange your private inspection or to request further information, including draft plans.
