Cooktown at a glance
3,193
People
$525,000
Median sale
$386/wk
Median rent
3.82%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 5 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
$1,130,000
Last sold
19 Dec 2025
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
6
Car spaces
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
Each line above is labelled. A fact is quoted from the named source, with its date. A calculation is worked out by Districts from those facts — you can check the arithmetic. An interpretation is Districts' opinion of what the evidence means, not a fact, a valuation, or advice. Anything we haven't retrieved yet is marked as missing rather than treated as a pass.
Price evidence
Last sold
$1,130,000
19 Dec 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Cooktown at a glance
3,193
People
$525,000
Median sale
$386/wk
Median rent
3.82%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 5 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Cooktown
+115.2%
Median sale
Suburb $525,000
-2.04 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.82%
Suburb median $525,000 from 5 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
Data unavailable
Source
Planning facts are copied from official government GIS where available. Where an official property PDF exists (VicPlan, PlanBuild), Districts stores and serves that original document. Neither is a planning certificate, survey, or advice.
Site
Terrain has not been calculated for this property yet.
Slope is calculated on a projected metric grid from a public DEM clip of the official parcel. This is not a survey, engineering, or insurance assessment.
Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet. A suburb median or growth rate is not a reason this particular lot would outperform. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $386/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.
Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded. Suburb vacancy or leased-tape days are not this property’s competition.
Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
Verdict
Districts view
Not enough official evidence yet to underwrite this as an investment.
Detail
The same ten questions apply to every property. Missing flood, nearby DAs, achieved rents, or lot geometry is unknown — not “no.”
Do not treat a suburb median, an advertised yield, or a listing score as the case for this lot.
The evidence loaded so far isn't enough on its own to change a buy, offer, or walk-away decision for this property.
Evidence
Districts asks the same ten questions of every property. If one shows as unknown, that data isn't published for this state or hasn't been loaded yet — the question stays visible so you can see exactly what's missing.
1 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownArea
Cooktown at a glance
3,193
People
$525,000
Median sale
$386/wk
Median rent
3.82%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 5 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Harcourts Innovations AshmoreMotivated seller is ready to meet the market, buyers are encouraged to act with confidence.
Quarantine Bay a secluded slice of paradise minutes to Cooktown township. The buyer will secure arguably one of the best private beachfront locations in Far North Queensland. The exquisite timbers were handpicked to compliment the builder's design and are the showcase of this luxury home. Buyers will enjoy the rare opportunity to purchase a masterpiece in a highly desired tightly held enclave. Well-appointed with fully furnished option. This tranquil beach life opportunity is not to be missed.
SECOND LEVEL FEATURES
Indoor outdoor living
The sprawling living space boasts cathedral like ceilings with spectacular timber poles and glass windows rising into the timber ceilings. At every glance the rich natural timbers caress the eye. The open-airflow home allows ocean breeze and natural light to cascade in throughout. A seamless flow from the internal hub is the outdoor haven. The outdoor veranda wraps the entire back of the 2nd level and boasts sweeping rainforest to beach views. Enjoy a sundowner on expansive deck as nature plays its gentle song. Watch rare tropical birds nesting and singing as distant waves crash onto shore. A white owl visits during the evenings. A feeling of tranquility floods the soul, the hustle and bustle of a busy life melts away.
Kitchen
Servicing the main space through to outdoor living is the boutique kitchen. Large windows on pully systems open to allow an outdoor indoor vibe. The family Chef enjoys wrap around timber bench tops with breakfast bar, gas cooktop, quality electric oven, new dishwasher and appliances. Ample storage with country pantry.
Dining
The formal dining accommodates eight-seater dining table and hutch perfect for elegant evenings with guests. Artwork graces formal dining space for that touch of charm. Enjoy outdoor dining for BBQs and casual meals with family. The outdoor settings and kitchen servery host a large gathering of friends and family.
Bed and bath
The master bedroom perfectly situated to enjoy private entry to sweeping deck. Nature views compliment the charming space to promote rest and relaxation. Well-appointed with large bed, sitting space, timber louvers throughout, air-conditioning and fan. The ensuite boasts timber vanity, frameless glass shower, stylish tiling and toilet. A generous walk-in robe well fitted out.
The second bedroom is fit with large bed, timber louvers, air-conditioning, fan and built in robe. Servicing the second level is a well fitted out main bathroom with timber vanity, louvers, frameless glass shower, stylish tiling and toilet.
THIRD LEVEL
Loft
An elegant stairway leads from second level to a perched wide-ranging loft with views over main living and beyond. Perfect as a guest bedroom, rumpus or art studio. The current owner utilises the room as a healing space for wellness. Furnished with Thai massage table, desk and two comfortable sofa chairs. Perfect for extra guests.
GROUND LEVEL
Courtyard / Pool
The ground floor boasts a gated entry that opens to a pleasant, tiled courtyard with fishpond and tropical plants. The adjacent plunge pool/spa is designed to encapsulate a fresh rock pool in a rainforest setting, truly a relaxing place to cool off. As you enter the timber stairs frame the path to the main living space.
Guest Room & Amenities
As you pass the entry a doorway opens to generous guest bedroom with outdoor area. Adjoining space is a laundry shower and toilet. This area is often used for Airbnb guests while owner maintains the use and privacy of main living.
Storage, Garage, Water & Power
Stemming off the entry is a massive 3 car garage with expansive storage cupboards. Store away your tools, camping gear fishing rods ready for the season. The side of the home has huge purpose-built lockable shed for a large boat or caravan. Perfect set up for secure storage of those exploration toys. 5kw solar electricity and rainwater tanks totalling approx. 120,000 litres. The satellite is Starlink fast and reliable.
Gardens and Beach
The lush vegetation with flowers and trees complement with bursts of colour in orange, reds, pinks and yellows. Enjoy fresh fruit in abundance citrus, papayas, passion fruits and custard apples. The huge fox palms offering shade promotes a tropical feel. The habitat full of wildlife including the white lipped tree frog.
Beyond the gardens is a pathway to Quarantine Bays breath taking beach. Quarantine Bay is a tropical utopia framed by lush green hills with crystal waters flowing from the great barrier reef. Take in the breathtaking vista as beach walks form your daily routine.
FURTHER DETAILS
Airbnb
The property through Airbnb fetches between $650 to $1200 a night depending on the time of year. The stunning home has accommodated artists, musicians, and eco journalists in its early begins to Airbnb. Primed to be frequented by a select clientele looking for a private escape.
The region
The Cooktown region is teaming with natural beauty and is the gateway to Cape York. Surrounded by world heritage forestry and unspoilt beaches. Adventures are at your doorstep both on the reef and land. Quarantine Bay is nestled on a secluded beach approximately 10 mins drive to Cooktown. There you will find shopping, cafes, restaurants and coastal town services. The local Golf Club is close by where you are sure to meet the friendly locals.
Inspections by appointment only.
Disclaimer:
We have in preparing this information used our best endeavours to ensure that the information contained herein is true and accurate but, accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect of any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or misstatements that may occur. Prospective buyers should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained herein.
Listing description written by Shaun Bishop, Harcourts Innovations Ashmore — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Honest achievable rent
KnownlowThis is not “bond data says this address leases for $X.” The comparable figure is a suburb advertised/median rent, not this property. Official bond files (postcode or suburb × type × bedrooms) are not loaded yet.
Rental supply pressure
UnknownSupply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.
Why is this cheap?
UnknownThe constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.
Lot-level flood
UnknownOfficial flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”
Catalyst exposure
UnknownFunded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
This lot's DA history
UnknownDevelopment applications have not been queried for this parcel.
Statutory land value versus ask
UnknownStatutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNet yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.