Century old Magnetic Island beach house for sale

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There is beach access from 2 Olympus Cres, Arcadia

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One of Magnetic Island’s oldest beach houses has hit the market for $625,000, with photos dating it back as far as the 1920s.

Called Te Nikau, the original cottage sits on a 2186sq m bush block on Olympus Crescent in Arcadia.

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Alma Bay is one of the many beautiful beaches on Magnetic Island. Picture: Getty Images

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“The owners over the years track back through seafarers, artists and nature lovers, and the home shows this through their various contributions, improvements and additions,” the listing by Best of Magnetic Real Estate agent Alex Strens says.

“Lots of knick-knacks cover the walls and shelves, creating a ‘shacky – chic’ feel.”

2 Olympus Cres, Arcadia, is just 250m from Alma Bay

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The classic Queenslander-style house has a large central room, a bunk room, stainless steel kitchen, dining and sleeping areas.

An undated photo

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Traditional features include casement windows and louvres, and there is also large deck area, BBQ and outdoor setting.

A seasonal creek flows through the block, with an ornamental bridge on the scenic pathway access from the beach.

2 Olympus Cres, Arcadia

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The listing notes that it is not heritage-listed, and that settlement cannot occur before August to allow family to visit and say their goodbyes.

The property is also listed on Airbnb.

“We took over as custodians of this slice of island history in late 2007,” the listing by host Andrew says.

“I have three adult children, who have spent most of their holidays with us in ‘the shack’ over the last many years.

“We live on the big island (Australia … over there … the West Island etc) in Townsville.

“Over time, the weekend escapes have become less frequent and the cries of friends and families to allow others to rent the property have finally sunk in.”

The Airbnb listing notes that “Te Nikau is a unique space, best suited for families and close friends, as privacy inside is not a huge feature”.

“We often have friends and family, but you should know that the only truly private space is the bathroom,” it says.

“The house comes complete with access to three kayaks, fishing gear and crab pots, bikes and snorkelling gear.”