2956 Dawson Highway, Calliope QLD 4680

Rural lifestyle holding | 56 hectares freehold | 11 paddocks with permanent creek water | Modern lowset home with deck The property’s competitive strength lies in its rare combination of a modern, low-maintenance home on a substantial 56-hectare freehold block with established paddock infrastructure and permanent water from Double Creek. For a buyer seeking a genuine rural lifestyle property within commuting distance of Gladstone, this offers immediate utility: 11 fenced paddocks with improved and native pastures mean the land is productive from day one, while the modern residence with open-plan living and an entertainment deck provides comfortable family accommodation. The presence of school bus service and NBN connectivity reduces the typical trade-offs of rural living, making this suitable for families or semi-retired owners who want space without isolation. The bushfire and flood overlays are the primary risk, potentially affecting insurance costs and future development flexibility, though the property’s position on the Dawson Highway and bounded by a railway line suggests the flood risk may be localised rather than catchment-wide. The absence of past sales data means buyers must rely on the current estimate range, but the property’s configuration—modern home plus income-ready land—offers a clear hold strategy: occupy as a primary residence with hobby farming or agistment income, or lease as a whole for $665 weekly to cover holding costs while the land appreciates.