Under Contract

Elevated House Pad and a rare opportunity to own freehold Rainforest in the World-Heritage Daintree

Secure your own one-hectare sanctuary in the heart of the Daintree National Park—a place where ancient rainforest, coastal beauty, and complete privacy converge.

This exceptional freehold parcel offers lush rainforest exclusivity, with a cleared driveway already in place leading to a private house pad tucked discreetly within the dense landscape. Thoughtfully positioned and naturally secluded, the building envelope can be accessed via either an entrance on Kauri Close or an entrance on Silver Ash Road, providing flexibility, privacy, and ease of access.

With selective and sympathetic clearing, ocean views can be revealed, adding another breathtaking layer to an already remarkable setting.  While the property feels a world away, it’s just a 550 metre stroll to the pristine sands of Cow Bay Beach, where the rainforest meets the Coral Sea.

This is an ideal canvas for those seeking an off-grid lifestyle without compromise. Solar power, rainwater tanks, battery storage, and generator back-up make sustainable living both achievable and comfortable allowing you to live lightly on the land while enjoying modern independence.

Development approval has been granted for a dwelling, with house plans approved, making this a ready-to-build opportunity.

Surrounded by some of the rarest flora and fauna on Earth, the Daintree Rainforest is the oldest continuously surviving tropical rainforest on Earth, estimated to be over 180 million years old and often described as a living encyclopedia of nature, home to species found nowhere else on the planet such as the southern cassowary. Despite welcoming over 400,000 visitors annually, this property remains blissfully hidden—offering complete discretion, tranquility, and a profound sense of connection to nature.  It’s a World Heritage–listed landscape where ancient rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, creating one of the most biologically rich environments on the planet.

Located just 16.4 kilometres north of the Daintree River Crossing, the property is easily accessed via the daily car ferry, placing Mossman, Port Douglas, and Cairns within comfortable reach for amenities, dining, and world-class recreation.

Opportunities to acquire freehold land of this size, privacy, and proximity to the beach at such an achievable price of $259,000 are exceptionally rare.

This is more than land.
It’s a legacy.
A retreat.
A chance to live within one of the most extraordinary ecosystems on Earth.

As Sir David Attenborough once reflected on the Daintree, “It is the most extraordinary place on Earth.”

Seize this moment and secure your piece of World-Heritage-listed paradise.

Inspections are strictly by appointment with Exclusive Agents Heather Carle and Nicole Ritchie. To arrange your private inspection, contact:

Heather Carle
0437 966 030
heather@tonymcgrath.com.au
 
Nicole Ritchie
0431 019 103
nicole@tonymcgrath.com.au

 

1.00 ha
Address Lot 259 Silver Ash Road, Cow Bay
Price $259,000
Property Type Residential
Property ID 127
Category Vacant Land
Land Area 1.00 ha

Quick Links

  • Print

Agent Details

Heather Carle photo

Heather Carle

0437 966 030
View Profile
Nicole Ritchie photo

Nicole Ritchie

0431 019 103
View Profile

Heather did an outstanding job selling my property at 9 Coral Drive, Port Douglas. She was honest, professional, and clear from the very beginning, setting realistic expectations and always giving straightforward advice. Her communication was consistent, and I always felt informed and confident throughout the process. Heather’s strong knowledge of the local market and her strategic approach led to an excellent result. I truly appreciated her honesty and dedication and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to sell or buy in Port Douglas.

We recently purchased an office space from Heather. All aspects of the purchase were made very easy by Heather including viewing, negotiation with the seller & contract of sale. Thank you for making the purchase very easy for us.

My experience with Heather was excellent, she is such a nice, friendly and professional person. She was always approachable with all the questions I had. Highly recommend her.  Buyer of unit in Port Douglas, QLD

Nicole was fantastic, very reliable, quick to respond and so helpful. Nicole assisted us every step of the way in buying a new property in beautiful Port Douglas!

Nicole is an amazing Real Estate Agent who recently helped us with a sale in Port Douglas. Her knowledge of the market is impeccable and her advice was perfect.    Nicole has a clear understanding of Real Estate in Port Douglas and was always quick to reply to our questions and concerns. Being some distance from Port Douglas, Nicole made the entire process stress-free, with excellent communication and genuine support. Bill & I highly recommend Nicole for any real estate needs.     Donna and Bill

I’ve just settled on a block of land I purchased through Tony McGrath Real Estate in Port Douglas, and I wanted to share how fantastic the experience was.Heather has been absolutely wonderful to deal with. She’s incredibly knowledgeable about the area, a great communicator, and always approachable and friendly. She made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciated her professionalism and support throughout.