Wonder on the waterfront
AFTER selling for more than $1.5 million last year, one of Cairns Esplanade’s most unique properties is back on the market.
Floriana Guesthouse has been synonymous with comfortable, boutique accommodation for more than 35 years.
While the colourful face is influenced by Maltese design and architecture, the rest of the property encapsulates the quintessential Far North Queensland post-war Queenslander style.
Colliers International agent Jay Beattie said the once prestige waterfront home still owns its new life as a beautiful guesthouse with 11 ensuite guest rooms, a spacious manager’s unit and reception.
“The property is highly patronised, with guests seeking out a more an authentic Cairns Queenslander experience,” he said. Situated just under 2km from the heart of the Cairns central business district, Floriana is close to the Cairns Hospital, but stands apart from the surrounding mix of residential dwellings, resort hotel and apartment complexes.
“The property is ideally suited for either an owner-oc- cupier or the astute investor.
“Based on solid accommodation figures and strengthened tourism activity, Floriana represents an immediate business opportunity.
“Complete with ocean views, the new owner has the option to either move into the manager’s unit and maintain a hands-on operation role, or continue the operation with staffing.”
A live-in manager works an average of 45 hours per week.
The fully-automated online booking platform connects the business to all the major booking sites in addition to its own.
Due to the manageable sized guesthouse, the property lends itself to a couple or single staff member backed up by casual relief.
With the main building positioned central and forward to the street, the substantial 787 sqm rectangular block presents with a formal all-weather entrance flanked by two garden courtyard seating areas, rear swimming pool, barbecue area and patio area.
You enter the building on to the guest lounge foyer and reception.
Accommodation is then split with a combination of room styles set over both levels of the home.
Guests also benefit from common areas such as the communal kitchen, reading lounge, and laundry facilities.
All rooms offer private bathrooms, are fully airconditioned with private seating area with tea/coffee stations.
Floriana Guesthouse is offered for sale by expressions of interest due 5pm on October 5.
All property inspections are to be conducted by prior appointment only in the company of the marketing agents. Contact Mr Beattie on 0428 551 062 or Rob Macfarlane at Knight Frank on 0409 636 943 for a detailed information memorandum on the property.