Surrounded by pristine waterways and pockets of littoral rainforest on the Macleay, this exclusive piece of paradise is awaiting a new owner. If you're after something outside the box to meet your lifestyle needs along with a possible view of pursuing an income related venture, then you should take a closer look at this idyllic island property. Conveniently situated nearby South West Rocks and Fishermans Reach on the NSW mid north coast, Shark Island is currently enjoyed by a lucky few. Locals and past visitors associate the island with Freedom Island Resort, once a flourishing casual tourist retreat in the 80's - 90's, offering simple cabin accommodation and activities for fishermen, families and nature lovers. During this time, this character home was utilised as the caretaker's residence. Home to the current owners since 1994, other features of this property include:- * An original portion of the wardens quarters from Trial Bay Gaol was relocated circa 1903 to create this solid family residence which was later extended, the home exudes a historical touch of yesteryear charm * The western wing comprises the original quarters featuring 3 oversized bedrooms, ambient French doors and extra high ceilings * Later additions comprise a home office/study or large 4th bedroom on the eastern wing * Open living and kitchen dining area form the heart of the home * Wide shady wraparound verandahs provide outdoor living all year around * Absorb magic sunsets over Yarrahapinni mountain, spectacular moon filled skies and starry nights, simply breathtaking * A big machinery shed also handy for any hobby * Boat shed, pontoon for your runabout, use of 2 vehicle barge available * Enjoy nature walks or access the river or sea for fishing or various other water sports * The land has a split zone, E2 environmental conservation zoning comprising a large portion of the land however still reserves a substantial area amongst favourable sites of E3 environmental management zoned land * LAND SIZE : 26.46 Hectares (approx 65 acres) * Explore tourism or other possibilities subject to council approval, see details below. Zone E3 - Environmental Management 1 Objectives of zone - To protect, manage and restore areas with special ecological, scientific, cultural or aesthetic values. - To provide for a limited range of development that does not have an adverse effect on those values. - To conserve the scenic quality and natural characteristics of foreshore land. - To conserve the environmental and scenic quality of visually significant land. - To conserve items and areas of historic significance. 2 Permitted without consent Environmental protection works; Home-based child care; Home occupations 3 Permitted with consent Bed and breakfast accommodation; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Camping grounds; Cellar door premises; Charter tourism and boating facilities; Community facilities; Dual occupancies (attached); Dwelling houses; Eco-tourist facilities; Electricity generating works; Emergency services facilities; Environmental facilities; Extensive agriculture; Farm buildings; Farm stay accommodation; Flood mitigation works; Group homes; Home businesses; Home industries; Home occupations (sex services); Jetties; Kiosks; Moorings; Recreation areas; Roads; Roadside stalls; Rural workers' dwellings; Viticulture; Water recreation structures; Water recycling facilities; Water supply systems; Wharf or boating facilities 4 Prohibited Industries; Multi dwelling housing; Residential flat buildings; Retail premises; Seniors housing; Service stations; Warehouse or distribution centres; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 3