AREA: 248 acres, Marlin Park is 30 mins south of Gympie and 40 minutes west of Noosa in the Mary Valley , Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Approx 1 hrs from Brisbane.

OVERVIEW: There are 50 acres of alluvial black soil flats used for irrigation and the balance of the property is gently undulating and is divided into 18 paddocks that feed into a laneway system. Pasture is improved and consists mainly of Rhodes, Seteria, Kikuyu, Green Panic and legumes. The cattle yards and undercover crush are adjacent to 1000 sq metre corrugated iron shed and an ex dairy. The large shed has been converted to suit a tourism enterprise and has the capacity to seat 120 persons, has a hardwood sprung dance floor and stage. The remainder of the shed area is set up with internal horse yards and vehicle and machinery housing. The property has a well equipped commercial kitchen, outside cooking area and large undercover outdoor eating area. There are two toilet blocks and a handicapped persons amenity. All this amongst extensive gardens and rainforest. There is council approval for 10 cabins. A dual septic system is fully functional. All soil tests have been approved. There are 2 residences a short distance from each other and are separated by garden. A large swimming pool and sauna are next to the main residence. The property runs approx 100 breeders and 25 horses. Fencing is mainly 4 strand barb with 4 horse spelling paddocks of electrified plain wire. The back boundary of Marlin Park adjoins the Imbil State forest.

RESIDENCES: Main Residence: A four bedroom solid brick home.Three bedrooms have walk in robes. The main bedroom and a second double bedroom have ensuites. The lounge/dining area has floated timber flooring and an open fireplace. Glass sliding door from the lounge opens onto a patio, which overlooks the yards, sheds and a beautiful view of Kenilworth Bluff or Duwirri. It is an outstanding outlook. Kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, electric ceramic hotplates and wall oven and floor is tiled. There is a third shower room, which can be accessed via the laundry and back door. A huge timbered and latticed entertainment and barbeque area acts as the main entrance to the residence. Has a high raked timbered ceiling and skylight with a ceiling fan. A 12 metre salt water inground pool and fully equipped sauna are set amongst palms and extensive gardens.
Second Residence: Two bedroom hardiplank home with verandahs full length front and back. This residence is 3 years old. Kitchen, lounge and dining are open plan and are very airy. Beautiful views of the property from every window. Main bedroom has a walk in robe and sliding door to the front verandah. It has access to the bathroom. Second bedroom has a built in robe. Both bedrooms are fully carpeted. This residence was built for an aged couple with extra wide accesses and a ramp leading to the front verandah. The two residences are 25 metres apart with a concrete path and garden providing access between them.
WATER & IRRIGATION: There are two operational bores and the third is capped. A large electric turbine bore with an output of 6000 – 7000 gals per hour provides water for the 50 acres of irrigation. There are 11 hydrants connected to 4 inch mains. The second bore has a submersible pump and provides water for stock, sheds and yards via 2 inch underground poly pipe. Water is pumped to a header tank and gravity feeds to each paddock. Large concrete troughs with floats are situated in all of the paddocks. Two 10,000 gal tanks provide rainwater to the main residence. The second residence has its own 5000 gal tank. The toilet can be switched to either bore or rain water. Four of the cattle paddocks have underground water that runs to the surface and which the stock use as well as the troughs. Four paddocks have dams. The bore water is very high in mineral content, in particular magnesium and on an agronomists opinion, was very beneficial to cattle and crops. There is a water conditioning plant that can be used to condition the bore water for domestic use if required.

POWER: There is power connection to every building on the property. Three phase power is also supplied at the front gate where the bores are situated.

YARDS & FENCING: There are 18 paddocks in total. The majority of the property is fenced with 4 strand barb and in good condition. There are 4 horse spelling paddocks fenced with ”electrified” plain wire. 32 acres of irrigation is fenced with plain wire and electrified and the remainder is fenced under 4 barb. Cattle yards are timber and have 150 head holding capacity with vet crush. There is a wide central laneway system that leads from the back of the property to the yards. The majority of the paddocks feed into the laneway.

SHEDS & BUILDINGS: The main shed is approx 1000sq metres and is constructed of timber and corrugated iron. Two thirds has a concrete floor. A workshop runs off this shed. The shed has been divided in half with one half being used for tourism purposes. It hosts a large brick fireplace, bar, dance floor and stage. The second half has been used for cattle and horse stalls as well as hay storage and machinery. Adjacent to this shed is an ex dairy in good condition. An approved commercial kitchen constructed of corrugated iron runs off the main shed. It is fully equipped and is 8 years old. There are two ladies flush toilets with power supplied. Brick construction. One handicapped persons toilet and wash basin. One gents toilet and urinals. Both are hardwood timber construction and under the same roof. 2 septic tanks.

COMMENTS: Marlin Park is currently running a cattle breeding operation in conjunction with thoroughbred, stockhorse and quarter horse breeding. It is a very picturesque property with magnificent views from every aspect. Marlin Park has a reputation for producing top quality livestock , the position is as good as it gets , the country is easy to handle and of top quality , the improvements extensive and in very good order – position great – country great – a true ‘signature’ property !!

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