This multi-faceted business, including cafe facilities, retail shop, and the local Post Office franchise and a one-bedroom residence, is located in Mount Surprise in the developing Etheridge Shire region.

The Etheridge Shire is a developing region with a large-scale wind farm in the making as well as the Gilbert River irrigation area and funding has recently been approved for an Aboriginal property enterprise expected to open to the public in 2020.

Built up over 20 years, the business caters to tourist traffic on the Savannah Way, particularly from May to September, selling fossicking licences to the local gem fields as well as hiring fossicking equipment.

The easily-run Post Office side of the business offers most services and facilities associated with Australia Post. There is a contractor delivering to local properties while all residents pick up their mail over the counter. This outlet is paid a retainer and commissions on all services and facilities that are performed.

Two commercial parcels of land are also offered in this sale, including a one-bedroom home with ensuite, a high clearance 2 bay garage with a mezzanine floor, carport and a cold room. Several outbuildings offer potential for running additional business enterprises from home. One block is currently used for parking and has established garden beds. The shop with cafe and Post Office areas are located at the front of the main building. Water is supplied via two bores filtered into several tanks with two tanks reserved exclusively for rainwater.

Mount Surprise is located approximately 4 hours drive west of Cairns or 315km and is on Highway 1 towards the Gulf Country. Close to the popular Undara Lava Tubes National Park and centrally placed, with many wonderful natural attractions bringing visitors to the area. 

See more of 2 Garland St Mount Surprise QLD 4871, including additional photos, on The Business Page.

To arrange a private inspection phone or email Brook Atkinson of Atherton Realty on the Tablelands via this link.

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