SPREAD IN THE FOREST

Serenity, beautiful surroundings and abundant wildlife set the scene for this desirable two-home acreage property at popular Redlynch

SET beside a creek in the middle of lush rainforest, this sprawling home is the family haven you’ve been looking for.

Not only will its seven bedrooms house a large and growing tribe of kids, the separate granny flat is perfect for the parents or the in-laws to live close by as well.

At 29-31 Cascades Drive, Redlynch, seller Kendall Jones said probably the best aspect of the house was sitting on the veranda or lying in bed and listening to the birds and frogs sing around the clear waters of Woorman Creek.

“We’ve had this home for two years and the serenity and the beautiful surroundings out there attracted us,” Mrs Jones said. “There are so many butterflies and species of birds, it’s like living in the middle of nowhere but we’re living so close to everything.

“Initially we bought it to have my parents to live in one house and my husband and I live in another house, but mum and dad are moving back into their own house.

“My kids loved that nanny and poppy lived with us. It was a great opportunity for them and for my parents to be far enough away to have their own space but close enough to do lots of things with the kids.”

The family installed airconditioning units, completed extensive landscaping, painted the home and installed security screens.

Cairns Property Office City agent Debbie North said the property also came with a large shed with its own separate access – perfect as a studio or workshop for anyone with hobbies needing some space.

“There is lots of usable land but the setting is absolutely beautiful, peaceful and the location means that it has a micro climate and is often two to three degrees cooler than right in the city,” she said. “It’s only a few minutes from schools and shops and a short distance to incredibly beautiful walks and swimming holes that people travel from all over the world to visit.

“Where else but Cairns could you have that combination?

“We suggest moving quickly on this property.

You have the opportunity to get into highly sought-after Redlynch acreage.”

The two individual houses are built in a contemporary Queenslander style with timber floors, modern kitchens and bathrooms and outdoor balconies.

If the thought of intergenerational living doesn’t appeal, there is the option to live in one home and rent out the other.

Ms North said it would be perfect as an Airbnb property.

“The setting is superb because you’re hardly even aware there is a neighbour,” she said. “And, it’s fantastic value for money.

“Redlynch acreages are incredibly popular and we do not have enough to meet demand.”