This Island’s Been Called ‘Fisherman’s Paradise’, But It Comes With One Big Warning

If you’re searching for a unique opportunity to purchase your very own paradise island with an amazing fishing location then look no further than this spot. Sweers Island is located off north Queensland Gulf of Carpentaria and is currently on the market for $3.95 million.

This island, dubbed ‘fisherman’s paradise’, offers a booming tourism business, resort, two houses, cabins, hire boats, two airstrips, hanger and more. With temperatures rarely dropping below 24C even in winter months and reaching up to 35C in December, this island is a true utopia.

This 8km long by 2km wide stretch of land has plenty to offer its potential new owners. It comes with a bar and open dining area as well as miles of beaches to explore. It also runs on solar and gas-powered services with trash facilities taken care of by barge trips from the mainland.

The best part? This property works well as a business in five months out of the year – bringing enough revenue to make up for the quieter winter months – making it an ideal investment.

While there are many great things about Sweers Island that make it appealing to potential buyers, there are also some warnings that come along with purchasing this unique piece of property. Sharks have been spotted in the waters around the island as well as crocodiles which may pose a danger if not managed properly by new owners.

However the sharks are thought to be well fed due to the abundance of fish near this remote spot so they should not cause too much trouble if managed correctly.

Richard Vanhoff from Private Island Online warns potential buyers that there can be hidden costs when investing in your own private island such as council rate costs even though they may not get access to council services which can run into thousands each year. Most islands are sold as leaseholds which means that rental costs must be paid annually but these can be mitigated by leasing out parts or all of the property purchased so don’t let these extra fees stop you from taking advantage of this great opportunity.

Another nearby island is currently on sale for less than what you would pay for a house including Temple Island located 3km off Cape Palmerston National Park on Central Queensland coast offering 123 acres plus other amenities such as its very own 1100m private airstrip and four-bedroom home among other features all listed at $1.75 million – definitely worth checking out.