Port Douglas Day 5

We awoke to a slightly damp morning but really a little amount overnight, 2.6 mm. So the area was only just damp.

Prue fired up the washing machine early to do the sheets then another lot later in the morning. After she had the first lot done she set off for her walk to and from the pool. She again did her swim.

While Prue was getting the washing going, I set off to complete my ride around the town and through the various resorts and on the numerous walk/cycle tracks that ended on the beach in different locations. It is amazing how far one rides doing the streets. Over the past 2 days I have ridden over 60 kilometres on the streets. The homes and buildings are varied from elaborate villas hidden behind gated walls to suburban homes that could be found anywhere. The difference that is evident with all these buildings is that they are designed to take advantage of the climate and especially the prevailing winds and breezes.

Finally, we were both back at the Caravan Park and the last lot of washing on the line. Then we went down to adjacent to the Mirage Marina to have some lunch at Soul 'n' Pepper Bar and Bistro. The food and cappuccinos were good. It is located close to the town centre.

 We also walked over to the St. Marys Church with its wonderful view over the water.

 

 

After lunch and a few little jobs in town, we then did a drive in the Mazda through the resort areas and some of the residential areas. One area we did notice up to 11 homes for sale. They were mostly at the western end of the town and fairly close to the Captain Cook Highway. There are others scattered around the town. Some apartments in the CBD are for sale for about $150000.00. To some they would be ideal for a winter get away location. While at one of the Golf Courses a land and home package can be bought for about $835000.00. It would be a great location for a larger home.

As  we returned home, we visited the IGA supermarket and bought some lovely pork that we had for dinner.