Picturesque hinterland estate goes to auction

Located less than a minute from the heart of Kenilworth township - and just two minutes from the world-famous Kenilworth Bakery - this rare Mary Valley property offers the ultimate countryside escape without sacrificing convenience.

The 10-bedroom property at 2756 Eumundi Kenilworth Road, Kenilworth is being marketed by Ray White Mooloolaba sales agent Kirstin Cowie and is set to go under the hammer on 20 September.

At the heart of the estate sits a beautifully restored, century-style main residence featuring soaring 13-foot ceilings, original fretwork, skylights, and wraparound verandas overlooking panoramic mountain vistas.

The current owner, mine operator Benjamin Wiig, spent three years at the property meticulously upgrading the main homestead and its surroundings.

“When I first saw this property, I knew I had to buy it,” Mr Wiig said.

“I fell in love with the land and the lifestyle it could provide. My brother lives on the property to help with the work, and together we brought it to life.

“We paid for a professional sander to restore the timber floors, had a professional painter paint the main house and cottages, updated the kitchen, added walls, restored the roof, refreshed the decks, and completely updated the electrical systems with new light fixtures.”

Beyond the main four-bedroom residence, the estate features five fully self-contained, country-style cottages - including Lazy Sundays, Snug, Pixie Nest, Gypsie Meadow, and Rose Cottage.

“The real drawcards are the stunning property and the beautiful cottages,” Mr Wiig said.

“All the cottages have a country style with a hint of rustic - nothing else comes close to them, they are truly unique.

“While I originally thought about hosting weddings, the estate is exceptionally suited to a couple or a husband-and-wife team looking to run a boutique accommodation venture.” 

Mr Wiig said his favourite spot is sitting on the deck looking out over the property.

“It is just sensational,” he said.

The landscaped grounds feature a Tuscan-inspired courtyard with an open fireplace, a peaceful billabong, an open grassy field with alpaca enclosures, a 9.9kW solar system, bore water access, and parking for up to 14 vehicles.

Positioned just 50 minutes from Noosa and the Sunshine Coast Airport, this turnkey estate presents a rare canvas for buyers looking to shape their own hinterland venture or secure a private family sanctuary.