Why buy in Bucasia (and your exclusive opportunity)
BUCASIA is one of the largest suburbs in Mackay.
The coastal town, 15km north of Mackay CBD, was once just a holiday destination but today, it is a popular residential suburb where established families make the most of the relaxed coastal living.
Located just a little north of Eimeo, at the start of a peninsula that ends at Shoal Point, Bucasia biggest drawcard is the long sandy coastline along the eastern boundary. With a northerly aspect, the long ribbon of golden sands provides spectacular views of the Cumberland Islands and is protected from strong winds making it one of Mackay’s most frequented beaches and a popular nesting site for the flatback turtle.
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The rest of the area is used for growing sugarcane and tropical fruit, making the locality picturesque with green rolling hills to the west and turquoise waters and golden sands to the east. Appreciating the natural beauty of Bucasia Beach is reflected in the several parks dotted around the suburb such as Admiralty Way Park, Bucasia Esplanade and Seaview Park.
The largest residential area is along the sandy beachfront of Bucasia Beach, with the second residential area sprawling along the road to Mackay. The suburb is an interesting mix of established homes and new developments. Many properties are low-set, brick and tile or rendered but there are also some that are high-set and constructed of weatherboard and it is still possible to find a few of the older, fibro holiday homes, which are likely to be replaced by flash new beachside dwellings.
Bucasia was first called Marara in 1874 but was later named Seaview. In 1938, after it was decided there were too many places called Seaview, it was renamed Bucasia after Father Pierre-Marie (Paul) Bucas, the first Roman Catholic priest in Mackay, who acquired 1,680 acres (680 ha) of land through a series of purchases in present-day Bucasia, starting in 1874.
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After evolving from a holiday area to a permanent residential area, Bucasia State School opened in 1985 and in 2008, a new wastewater treatment plant was constructed in Bucasia to serve it and other northern suburbs.
In the 2016 census, the suburb of Bucasia had a population of 4,771 people and today, it is considered a high demand market with an average of 329 visits per property. There are currently five properties available for rent and 44 properties for sale in Bucasia with a median house price of $395,000 and $178,500 median price for a unit.
One of those properties is the exclusive sale of 174 Waverley Street, Bucasia, an architecturally designed modern beach house, at the end of a no through road with direct walking access to Bucasia Beach.
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A successful combination of luxury and beach ‘shack’ relaxation, 174 Waverley Street is not your average beach house. This truly stunning three bedroom, two bathroom house was built in 1997 with 297m2 under the roof. A truly unique opportunity, you can have it all – the luxurious creature comforts of the city, with the tranquillity of the shushing of the ocean waves.
Never get tired of this lifestyle. Not only can you take a leisurely stroll or swim in the afternoon after you finish work, but on the weekend, you can catch dinner almost from your doorstep, or indulge in a local kayaking adventure. With the option of alfresco dining and/or entertaining on the beach’s edge with spectacular sunsets and sunrises.
To take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy this beachfront beach house in popular Bucasia Beach, contact Benjamin from Baileux today, to arrange your inspection.
And we need more properties to sell! If you’re thinking of selling in 2022, contact us to discuss how we can help you get the best possible sales result for your home.
Phone 0400 989 161 or email benjamin@baileux.com.au.
