It would be easy to confuse the intergalactic Alkira House in Queensland’s magnificent Cape Tribulation with a scene from the latest Star Wars production.
But this stunning, award-winning, home is not located in a galaxy far, far away, and is the only property on earth where two World Heritage listings converge, The Great Barrier Reef and The Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
“The seclusion of this property is a major factor in its appeal, however a helicopter pad means that it’s just a short 15-minute flight to Cairns International Airport,” said David Cotton, selling agent and co-Principal of Raine & Horne Port Douglas, who has listed Alkira for sale at AUD$14 million.
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“Given the unique location, design and seclusion, we expect that Alkira will attract cashed-up investment bankers and wealthy Australian expats, while we also anticipate that a number of Australia’s 39 billionaires, named in the recent BRW rich list, will take a peek.
“We also expect there to be some interest from the tech entrepreneurs of Silicon Valley in the United States, as well as China and India. If you’re looking for something eccentric, then this property is for you.”
Alkira’s space ship-like design and heritage listings are only two of the distinctive features, which Cotton believes will capture the attention of aspiring owners.
Notable features of the expansive home include the use of solar power throughout, a Clipsal Home Automation System (C-Bus), polished terrazzo floors, elevated open living pavilion, a two-metre diameter fan and Sycamore fans.
The property delivers luxury accommodation for up to 12 people or six couples, and because it’s sited adjacent to 1.2 kms of secluded beach, Cotton says Alkira could also make for an exclusive mini resort and retreat facility for the rich and famous.
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Andrew Batt, International Group Editor of PropertyGuru Group, wrote this story. To contact him about this or other stories email andrew@propertyguru.com.sg
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