423 Ruffles Road

Tucked into the scenic ridgeline of Ruffles Road, this 18.06-hectare estate offers a rare opportunity to secure a fully established lifestyle or business retreat just minutes from the M1 and within easy reach of Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Once operated as a boutique resort and wellness destination, the property is now ready for its next evolution. It may suit a private health retreat, a destination venue for intimate weddings and events, or a luxurious sanctuary for extended family living. It also offers immense potential as a high-end wellness or recovery retreat - a place of clarity, care and calm for those seeking space to reset. With elevated guest villas, spa facilities, pools and a restaurant-ready main lodge already in place, this is a natural setting for premium accommodation and immersive experiences. It feels far removed from the everyday yet remains easily accessible. An estate already built for experience. This isn't a blank canvas. It's a thoughtfully designed estate, divided into three key precincts: 1. Hilltop Guest and Hospitality Precinct. - Resort-style lodge with restaurant, reception and viewing deck - An executive caretaker's residence, night duty quarters and administration area - Infinity-edge pool with panoramic valley views - 3 x luxury villas with privacy and bushland outlook - 1 x two-storey residence, perfect for families or long-stay guests 2. Wellness and Guest Retreat Wing. - Spa and treatment center with pavilion, currently approved for health service use - Secondary pool ideal for relaxation or spa use - 3 x luxury treetop villas, each with private plunge pool and dedicated parking - Large two-storey home, suitable as an owner's residence or a substantial, additional accommodation 3. Operations and Infrastructure Zone. - Industrial size maintenance shed with workshop and storage - Partially off-grid with water tanks and septic systems Current Approvals and Expansion Capacity: - Approved for short-term accommodation of the current on site dwellings - Urban commercial GFA: 531m² approved for health, food or retail use 269m² of commercial floor area remains available under the planning limit. - Health services: Stage 1: Active approval for temporary spa-based healthcare. Stage 2: Approved new wellness wing (yet to be constructed). Future Lifestyle and Business Potential (STCA): With the hard work already done, buyers may explore further opportunities such as but not limited to: Concept 1 - High-end wellness or recovery retreat for executive or creative team escapes/retreats Concept 2 - Wedding and events venue Concept 3 - Private health sanctuary or rehabilitation clinic Concept 4 - Farm stay, Boutique eco-tourism or farm-to-table experiences Concept 5 - Multi-generational family estate Expansion must occur within cleared areas and comply with all environmental overlays and bushfire management requirements. The Opportunity, The Outlook... 423 Ruffles Road is more than a location. It is a fully formed estate with soul, structure and scale. With its elevated setting, guest-ready accommodation, spa facilities and flexible approvals, it offers immediate scope to relaunch or reinvent something truly special. Whether for personal use, boutique hospitality or luxury wellness, this is a rare opportunity to create something that leaves a lasting legacy. A private world of possibility, just a short drive from the coast. Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these particulars, no warranty is given by the vendor or the agent as to their accuracy. Interested parties should not rely on these particulars as representations of fact but must instead satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise..