Breathtaking scenery, peaceful tranquility, this is Kangaroo Island's natural beauty at it's finest! Recognised around the world for it's clean pristine environment, Kangaroo Island provides a unique lifestyle so many people dream about! This incredibly unique property known as 'Cape Cassini Wilderness Retreat' , is located 35 minutes from Kingscote on the north coast of Kangaroo Island and offers 176 hectares (430 acres ) of pristine bush land and over 2 kilometres of coastal frontage. A beautiful blend of the amazing and diverse range of wildlife, coupled with spectacular coastal scenery have combined to make this property into an Eco-tourism and ecologically sustainable tourism property with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that foster environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation. Cape Cassini Wilderness Retreat is currently operated as hosted, advanced eco tourism accredited, 4.5 dot rated Trip Advisor accommodation. Specific viewing of the business can be viewed at www.capecassini.com.au A COMPREHENSIVE BUSINESS REPORT IS AVAILABLE VIA EMAIL ON REQUEST TO THE AGENT, DETAILING VARIOUS BUSINESS & TOURISM ASPECTS OF THE PROPERTY. The property includes a large and spacious north facing home, constructed from local & natural stone collected from the site and also features rammed earth walls. Designed to be fully self sufficient, all water and electricity are generated or collected from the property. Features include; - Reduced allergy construction - Separate waste system - Built in internal vacuuming system - Solar powered energy system (upgraded solar panels Dec 2016 - 3 kw system) - Organic orchard and vegetable garden - access tracks along the coast to both the eastern side and western sides of the home The retreat has no physical attachment to the outside world unless initiated, however, the retreat does have the comforts of the 21st century (internet and television) so you can choose to be in seclusion from the 21st century or enjoy a bit of both, your choice! The Eco Certification is highly regarded and is part of a broader program devised by Ecotourism Australia, a world first. It has been developed by industry for industry, addressing the need to identify genuine eco-tourism and nature tourism operators in Australia. The Eco Certification Program is now being exported to the rest of the world as the International Ecotourism Standard. Cape Cassini Wilderness Retreat was awarded Advanced Accreditation under the internationally acclaimed Nature and Ecotourism Accreditation Program (NEAP) in November 2003. The NEAP accreditation logo identifies Cape Cassini Wilderness Retreat as having achieved best practice in vital areas including natural area focus, environmental sustainability, education and interpretation, working with local communities, cultural history and sensitivity, customer satisfaction and responsible marketing. In addition to the smaller video provided a further full length video presentation can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGerCm0Thys&feature=youtu.be (link may require cut and paste into browser) Located only 35 minutes drive from Kingscote, the islands main township, the property is discretely positioned to provide privacy and seclusion. Clearly an exceptional living experience and a limited opportunity. It should be noted that whilst the property is currently operated as tourist accommodation, the property is also well suited to residential living and there is no requirement to continue to operate the business if the purchaser chooses not to. Further, adjoining this property are other land titles which also have protection over the bush land in all totaling 1000 acres of nature rich bush! Inspection will certainly impress! Kangaroo Island is on the world stage as a 'Luxe Location' and the recent recognition by the South Australian State Government has passed legislation to support the Kangaroo Island region by way of appointing a 'Commissioner'. Visit http://kangarooislandcommissioner.sa.gov.au/ to view what impact and projects are on the drawing board for Kangaroo Island. For more information and a price guide, contact Kangaroo Island's long term resident selling agent Michael Barrett, at Century 21 on Kangaroo Island on 0427 727 333.