Where the hell is Jacobs Well?
Once just a comedy bumper sticker, after years of speculation this now-famous question has finally been solved! Labelled the Gateway to Southern Moreton Bay, Jacobs Well is a quaint fishing village situated approximately halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Attracting those in search of a sea change and boaties looking for the very best fishing grounds, Jacobs Well has a long and rich history dating back to the mid-1800s.
Once believed to be a key stopping point for thirsty travellers and for steamships to replenish water stocks, one proud local resident decided it was about time the well was found! Chas Watt took to social media and posed the challenge of anyone knowing where it was.
Naturally, this attracted a lot of attention, but none more so than that of Dave Mayo, member of the Jacobs Well and District Progress Association. Together the two men managed to unearth a map of the area dating back to 1874, which indicated an approximate location of the well. With modern surveying equipment, they are confident that the well has been found under a patch of dirt at Lion’s Park on Jacobs Well road.
Dave Allan & Dave Mayo
To say that this is a historic moment would be an understatement. Finding Jacob’s well allows us to preserve a significant piece of infrastructure that one could argue was critical to the development and growth of Southern Queensland. Since unearthing the location of the Well, Dave has proposed development around the area as well as the construction of a replica Well that would not only honour the significance of the area but attract valuable tourism and business. More information about this proposed development can be found through local Councillor Donna Gates.
Jacobs Well is already a much-loved part of South East Queensland with its stunning water views, scenic sugar cane fields and access to the islands and channels of the Jumpinpin area. There are a number of different theories about the origins of the name Jacobs Well, it is posed that it may have a biblical reference or it was named after the eldest son of Johann Gottlieb Gross, a pioneer and early settler of Pimpama Island in the early 1860s who found a well whilst hunting and fishing with friends. The latter account of the naming of Jacobs Well was signed by B.E. Mondientz and was presented to the Albert Shire Council in July 1971.
So now that the Well has been found, the origins of its name are still uncertain but there are theories at play. The next bumper sticker for this historic little town may very well be, ‘Who the hell is Jacob?’
Sourced photos Gold Coast Bulletin 2016
Looking for Real Estate in Jacobs Well?
Earlier this year JMO Property Group ran this feature article in their speciality magazine, Our 4208 on the story behind finding Jacobs Well.  As there has been such interest in the article, Morgan Oliver, your respected expert on Jacobs Well real estate felt there might be interest in learning why people choose to live in Jacobs Well.
Situated near the mouth of the Pimpama River on the edge of a pristine waterway peppered with uninhabited islands, Jacobs Well is a haven for fishermen and boat enthusiasts alike.
This quaint fishing village, with lovely water views, is situated approximately halfway between the cities of Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It can be found 10 minutes off the Pacific Highway after a short drive through scenic fields of sugarcane.
As the gateway to southern Moreton Bay, Jacobs Well is just a short boat ride to the Gold Coast Broadwater and the tourist Mecca of Southport. The area is an ideal launch site to access the islands and channels of the Jumpinpin area, well-known for its ideal fishing and boating conditions. Boaties will enjoy exploring the myriad of islands in the coastal channel and there are no bridges or obstacles to spoil the fun! Fisherman will find nearby estuary waters teeming with flathead, whiting, tailor, and bream. Reel them in from the jetty or over the side of a boat.
Calypso Bay a Lifestyle Haven in Jacobs Well
Just 5 minutes up the road from Jacobs Well is Calypso Bay with its deep-water marina that offers dining, live entertainment with spectacular views over the water. From Calypso Bay marina, or the pontoon in front of your property you have direct boating access to The Broadwater and Moreton Bay; no bridges, no speed limits. You can be on the open water in next to no time.
Calypso Bay also recently launched the brand-new multi-purpose Residents’ Leisure Club. This resort-style complex is exclusively for Calypso Bay residents and offers an array of wonderful facilities including pools and a gym.
Fabulous fishing, relaxed boating and never-ending fun times. If you enjoy fishing, Calypso Bay is only a short cruise from Jumpinpin, Crusoe Island, Canaipa Passage, Whalley’s Gutter, Tiger Mullet Channel, Northern Bedrooms, Horseshoe Bay and Kalinga Bank.
Calypso Bay features nearby estuary waters teeming with Flathead, Whiting, Tailor and Bream. Pull into one of the idyllic islands for a picnic.
If this idyllic lifestyle is not enough for you and you are looking for a change of pace, the Gold Coast’s major theme parks are only a 15-minute drive away and the heart of the bustling Gold Coast is just 30 minutes down the road.
Calypso Bay is sought after by astute buyers on the look out or Jacobs Well Real Estate as it is one of the last remaining canal developments in the Gold Coast area. Ideally it is also perfectly placed mid-way between Brisbane and the Gold Coast offering easy commutes to either destination.
If you would like to know more about Jacobs Well real estate and how to make it your new home, contact Morgan Oliver today on 0404 050 620.
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