What's On Tablelands February 2018 | Page 11

Tableland Properties to fall in LOVE with! T he Tablelands is often referred to as ‘God’s Country’ and those who live here tend to agree. Many visitors to the area choose to put down roots and stay forever. Locals travel away but often gravitate back to this piece of paradise. The Tablelands is a special part of the world that boasts some of the most beautiful scenery that nature has to offer, not to mention the diversity of wildlife and superb weather. This coupled with rich agricultural lands along with residents from all over the country and world, makes the Tablelands one of the most attractive places to live. Property across the Tablelands is highly sought after, attracting its fair share of tree changers. Housing affordability along with the desire to leave the hustle and bustle of city life behind has southerners and tourists marvelling at how much more they can get for their dollar. Local agent Karen Ranie from Area Real Estate, says that the majority of her buyers are looking for a better lifestyle and a better work/life balance, or are people retiring to the Tablelands to enjoy our cooler climate. Karen says “The Tablelands market offers a huge variety of property types; from a family home on a residential block, to acreages with liveable sheds or a quiet tucked away five acre block with a creek and an award-winning home. We have everything here, rainforest to open cattle country and everything in between. The climate is the winner – four to six degrees cooler than the coast - along with our relaxed lifestyle.” Here is a small sample of what's available on the Tablelands 1. MALANDA $469,000 CREEK, 5 ACRES, 4 BEDROOM HOME, VERY PRIVATE realestate.com.au id 127159886 Karen is a mobile real estate agent specialising in Tablelands property. Mobile is a new concept on the Tablelands, but one that offers huge benefits for clients. “I live and work on the Tablelands so am very familiar with all areas, and being mobile allows me to present more opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Real estate is a really personal business. I have Karen Ranie a strong belief that despite the changes in technology and internet access to real estate markets, a good agent is still necessary when it comes to finding the right property and providing advice to sellers.” Karen has over 35 years experience and is a Fellow of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland. She is more than happy to provide contact details of past clients. “When looking for an agent its always a good idea to have a recommendation. Sit down with me and let me explain the whole selling process. If you engage my services I guarantee to provide truthful feedback and do my utmost to ensure you have a trouble- free selling or buying experience.” Contact Karen on 0458 408 540 or [email protected] 2 2. TINAROO PARK $995,000 LAKEFRONT, 1.13HA, 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS realestate.com.au id 127204954 3. EVELYN $689,000 30 ACRES, PERMANENT WATER , COMFORTABLE HOME realestate.com.au id 127112586 1 3 February 2018 What’s On & Where To Go 11