265 Jackson Road Shell Pocket QLD 4855 $750,000 "Rum Jungle" as it's affectionately named, is a secluded, yet not remote rainforest hideaway just 20 minutes from the tropical paradise of Mission Beach. Approximately 4 acres of this 8 acre (3.35 ha) property is cleared to form lush tropical gardens, lawns and a 2 story home, freestanding extra bedroom/office, pool, garaging for 5 vehicles and an authentic Balinese hut. Access is via a bitumen rural road and a good all weather gravel road through tunnels of lush rainforest. Cairns Domestic and International Airport is 90 minutes north along National Highway 1. Within a radius of 10 - 20 mins travel there are the following amenities: The El Arish Tavern, Roadhouse (under construction), beautiful golf course, 14 km coastal strip of Mission Beach with its Clump Point Boating Harbour and 12 tropical islands (including Dunk and Bedarra), coral reefs, Post Office and Shops. "Rum Jungle "is off grid with the latest (6-month-old) 9 KVA solar system including battery storage plus a 5 KVA system with its own battery storage as well ...all sufficient to power air conditioning, washing machine, pool pump, power tools etc Other features of this remarkable property include: - Freehold acreage with estimated 300-400 m of permanent creek frontage( Maria Creek) and frontage to State Forest. - 20 - 30 mins to doctors, hospitals and services (in Mission Beach, Tully or Innisfail) -The major provincial town Innisfail is approx.. 40 minutes to the north and Tully approx. 20 mins to the south - Exotic all timber and steel construction of improvements - Pool side office/bedroom and sunroom - Furniture and machinery available including tractor, implements, generators, pumps, power tools and more - 6 water tanks provide more than adequate quality water from pristine Maria Creek - A selection of tropical fruit trees including clumps of delicious Cavendish Banana trees are spread throughout the property. "Rum Jungle" is a nature lovers paradise with a fascinating array of native animals including the giant Cassowary, colourful pigeons, vibrant butterflies, platypusses, wallabies and numerous bird species. Absolutely stunning neighbourhood of valleys and rainforest clad mountain ranges. Only a handful (about 6) owners share this stunningly beautiful valley, all on private small acreages. Crystal clear swimming holes and white sandy riverbanks are at your disposal to cool off. Extremely private, quiet and serene location. The Property is located on a "no through" road (Jackson Rd (North) towards the head of a spectacular valley. The access road is maintained by the local Shire Council. This property is seriously for sale as the owners have a firm commitment to buy a property interstate. It is an extremely rare find! Time to Plan your Escape! Don't Miss Out!