Set within the UNESCO World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest, the oldest of its kind in the world, 10 Quandong Road delivers a well considered, practical home, ready to be lived in from day one. Built in 2012, the home has been thoughtfully designed to deliver practical, low maintenance living without compromising on character. Elevated on steel posts with a steel frame construction, the residence is both robust and well suited to its environment, while recent updates, including a rescrewed roof, freshly repainted interior, and new ceiling fans and lighting, ensure it is ready for immediate use. Inside, the finish delivers a comfortable residential home. Vaulted ceilings enhance the sense of space, while timber floors and louvre windows throughout allow for natural airflow and connection to the surrounding landscape. Every window is fitted with flyscreens, supporting year round liveability. The layout is simple and effective, centred around indoor outdoor living. Two generous covered decks sit under the main roofline, extending the living space and providing sheltered areas to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the setting. Infrastructure has been carefully considered and upgraded, providing reliable off grid capability. The property is serviced by a 27,000 litre water tank, supplemented by an additional 13,500 litre tank installed in 2021. A full 48v solar upgrade completed in 2025 includes two 5.1kW lithium batteries, a Victron inverter and solar controller, and seven Tindo 425W panels. 2 additional panels were upgraded in 2023 (total 9 panels). Gas hot water, gas cooking and a septic system complete a setup that is both practical and self sufficient. Surrounding the home is a manageable cleared area with established gardens and a selection of fruiting trees. The balance of the land remains natural, providing privacy without the burden of extensive maintenance. Additional improvements include multiple garden sheds and a carport. Positioned within the World Heritage listed Daintree, Cow Bay offers a lifestyle shaped less by convenience and more by pace, environment and community. Mossman and Port Douglas are both within an hour’s drive, including the Daintree River ferry, providing access to shopping, dining and essential services. Back in Cow Bay, the setting shifts. Surrounded by lush rainforest and moments from the coastline, the focus is on space, privacy and connection to the natural environment. Life here sits well outside suburbia. Services are off grid, the journey in and out requires planning, and day to day living carries a greater sense of independence. For many, that is exactly the point. A local community exists, neighbours close enough to look out for one another, yet never so close that you feel on top of each other. For enquiries or to arrange your inspection, contact Matthew Essex on 0481 126 732 or email matthew@propertyshopportdouglas.com
