By Bev Jordan
The McNamara family has decided to put the iconic Riverside Del Rio Resort on the Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry up for sale.
The much-loved holiday destination set on a 450-acre estate has been a cherished holiday destination for generations of Australians over 45 years.
Del Rio has been listed for sale through Cushman and Wakefield. In-place development approvals include the installation of 62 mobile homes, 70 holiday apartments and 12 x 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom villas, as well as a motel, helipad, chapel, and a licensed tavern.
Bill McNamara and his wife Pat purchased the property, a former citrus orchard, in 1961 and used it as a family we ekender. Prior to the Webbs Creek Bridge being built in 1972 it could only be accessed by a boat across the river.
The McNamara’s established Del Rio as a family-friendly resort 45 years ago and it has grown since then, offering a wide variety of accommodation options, including cabins, villas, lodges, holiday homes, powered campsites, and unpowered camping grounds.
Bill McNamara’s dream was to create a relaxing, family-friendly getaway for visitors. The resort is known for its peaceful bushland surroundings, offering guests an ideal mix of outdoor adventure and tranquil relaxation.
Its facilities are a major draw for guests of all ages, offering everything from a 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, and a swimming pool, water park, to an on-site licensed café & bistro, children’s playground, and access to water sports on the Hawkesbury River.
David Curtis, Co- Head Alternatives, Capital Markets, ANZ at Cushman & Wakefield said: “The sale of Del Rio Riverside Resort presents a rare opportunity for an investor or operator to take over a well-established business with a strong loyal customer base and a prime location within NSW’s flourishing Hawkesbury region.”
Raphael Sebban, Associate Director, Alternatives Capital Markets at Cushman & Wakefield added: “This is a once-in-ageneration chance to acquire a landmark destination in one of NSW’s most scenic regions.
“Del Rio Resort offers not only exceptional accommodation and facilities but also potential for future growth and development, given the increasing demand for regional tourism experiences.
The potential development pipeline is poised to propel Del Rio into its next chapter, reaffirming its status as a never to be replicated, one-of-a-kind opportunity.”
Visit Del Rio here https://delrioresort.com.au/
