13 Scarborough Terrace, Macleay Island, QLD, 4184, Australia

Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme… are just some of the herbs that could grow at 13 Scarborough Terrace, in the rich soil of this sacred land which rises slightly to the North-facing backyard. Instead, the worst house on the street is up for grabs and ripe for a dramatic makeover.

However, a large Royal Poinciana tree graces the front of the block, providing privacy, shade and a potential tree-house for that magical hide-out. Established gums and natives line the boundary, making this the perfect opportunity to turn the site into something special. Perhaps, a high-set home capturing water glimpses toward Redland Bay, or a sprawling family home with granny-flat and a tyre-swing out front?

Beyond the lacy foliage, stands not much more, than a shed! Weathered and ochre-stained, this original Colorbond island-getaway has the charm of a rustic tent, flapping in the breeze.

Picture this:

• rugged threadbare carpet, exposing chipboard flooring and a concrete slab
• open-plan living, that’s seen a few good years
• high ceilings with natural air-con (as the roof is exposed to the elements!)
• smashed windows, boarded-up with tape
• termite-eaten architraves
• sliding-doors (that lock) to a concrete enclosed sunroom, complete with internal septic
• classic kitchen with upright stove and room for a fridge
• tiled laundry with twin-tubs and functioning washing-machine (that’s a bonus)
• camp-style shower with self-watering rose
• a mint-green bedroom with carpet in original condition (how’s that possible?)

Fear not, for the land is where your money lies. So, if you’re not wowed by the living arrangements, then the outdoors offer more redeeming features:

• storage cupboard on the concrete veranda houses a disconnected hot-water tank
• sunken pavers greet you to access the sunroom
• power-cords run from the friendly neighbour’s property to light-up your home
• water-hoses flow to the friendly neighbours, in return for electricity
• communal clothesline spans the two properties (propped-up with a branch that’d make an excellent sling-shot)
• backyard could do with some love to nurture the existing plants and redeem the soil
• loads of sunlight in the North-facing massive yard—a big plus
• overlooks the refurbished skate-park
• scope to build and retain this ancient abode as a granny-flat, garage, or work-shed
• potential water views

Nobody said this place was perfect, but if you’re after a pre-council site in a great area, that offers free accommodation while you develop and build, then look no further than Number 13 (unlucky for some). You could even retain the ‘shed’ as a granny-flat, to complement the new ‘palace’ that’s set-back from the street.

Just so you know, the lovely neighbours are building a new residence on their block and have already planted fruit trees and herbs, as a green buffer between the properties.

Scarborough Terrace is central to everything, with Macleay Island Community Centre, local cafes and shops on your doorstep. It’s only minutes to the water’s edge, clubs, pub, parks, school and ferry. A walk-to-everything address is highly desirable on Macleay and the proximity this opportunity presents is totally a one-off.

Even the Garfunkel brothers would’ve sung about this beast of a place, full of solitude and sheer misery. Now, it’s waiting to be re-imagined as a unique family home at the entry to the island. A place where music echoes in the hollows and laughter fills the gaps. A space where beauty dances on the water and fairies light the way home. A happy-ever-after fairy tale, retold to suit your lifestyle.

If you can picture living here and have the gusto to complete the works, you’ll be rewarded for your efforts. Because, there’s more on offer here than your imagination can possibly dream-up.

To turn this beast of burden into an island beauty, call Chris McGregor on 0420 555 997 and schedule a private inspection, or attend any of the set open-homes.

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Auction - Saturday 29 April, 10:30AM, on site at 13 Scarborough Terrace, Macleay Island.

Contact the Agent today for:
• Draft Copy of the Purchase Contract
• Auction Terms & Conditions
• Bidder Registration Forms

Price Range - In Queensland, it is illegal for an Agent to discuss price or a price-range for a property which is listed for Auction. All interested parties will need to conduct their own research prior to the Auction.