Ever dreamed of owning your own pub?
If you’ve finally reached that pinnacle moment in life, consider yourself spoiled for choice.
Across Australia, there are plenty of pubs on the market, with some 270 commercial properties popping up under the search term “pub”.
Whether you want a slick redevelopment investment, a tourist hotspot, or something to renovate, take a look at this hand-picked selection before it’s too late.
Royal Mail Hotel, West Melbourne
The city-fringe pub in Melbourne’s inner west has more than just its 453-square-metre-land corner block with decent street frontage going for it; it’s located close to universities, the bustling Queen Victoria Market, a retail strip, and public transport. Start from scratch with vacant possession and bring your dream to life (STCA), be it hospitality, residential or office buildings.
Tumby Pub, Tumbulgum
This 19th-century tavern, known by locals as The Tumby Pub, boasts a waterfront location with a convenient council mooring dock out the front and “magnificent” views of Mount Warning and the Tweed River. Enough said? Well, there’s more – revenue potential by the bucketload, with the property to be sold as a freehold going concern. Perhaps an expansion to the dining area, repurposing the unused bottle shop as a drive-through, or acquiring the adjacent church, which could “potentially triple or 10-times the income”, according to agents.
The Fox and Hounds, Port Arthur
More of a seafront resort than a wee quaint pub, The Fox and Hounds is a natural tourist attraction due to its proximity to the famous Port Arthur Historic Site, a one-minute drive away. Set on 64,663 square metres, the newly-refurbished resort includes a popular Tudor-style English pub and restaurant, along with 27 motel rooms, 11 apartments, a drive-in bottle shop, a tennis court and 60 on-site parking spaces. This “high-return for investment” opportunity is up for grabs as a freehold and business sale.
Gollan Hotel, Lismore
This historic Lismore hotel, in the northern rivers region of NSW, became famous when Queen Elizabeth II stayed the night back in 1954. It has since gone from strength to strength, with a renovation and a well-established anchor tenant bringing in the majority of the site’s income. A savvy investor could snap up this freehold and breathe new life into the dormant public bar and first-floor function space.
Bells Hotel, South Melbourne
Touted as “one of this year’s most anticipated pub offerings”, Bells Hotel in South Melbourne has a bright future following its multimillion-dollar refurbishment. On a corner block with dual-street frontage, the pub is ready for new owners as a freehold going concern to take advantage of a diverse mix of revenue streams, including food and beverage, hirable function spaces and 40 poker machines. Get in fast, expressions of interest close on August 22.
Koumala Hotel, Koumala
A charming Queenlander-style pub on a massive rural yet coastal parcel of land, the Koumala Hotel, just 45 minutes south of Mackay, is a popular tourist stopover oozing with charm. With a decent annual turnover of more than $1.3 million, you’re buying the property and business, which boasts the old-fashioned bar and pool room, with 12 rooms to rest a weary head tired from roaming up the busy Bruce Highway.
British Hotel, Port Adelaide
Right next door to a new 90-room Quest apartment complex, Port Adelaide’s completely renovated British Hotel is a rare find. It is on offer as a leasehold and business sale with flexible lease terms. The environmentally conscious owners have set it up for a bright future, fitting a 240-kilowatt solar power system. There’s also an excellent commercial kitchen, quality equipment, al fresco dining, and adjacent car parking.
Hotel South Melbourne, South Melbourne
Get your hands on a 28-year leasehold for this newly-fitted-out pub with a liquor licence to party until 5am with 410 of your best mates, thanks to its generous patron capacity. Located just a short stroll from the city and nestled among some major office and retail developments near a busy market, the pub boasts a large trading footprint with land to the tune of 498 square metres. Start trading immediately, whether you’re a newbie to the scene or an experienced operator.
The Purple Pub, Normanton
Come for a beer and a sleep at this coastal outback icon, and walk away with an 18-year lease. With an annual turnover in excess of $3 million, this north-west Queensland pub is known for its bright purple exterior and is a popular spot with tourists thanks to two of Australia’s big things located in the town – the big barramundi and the big crocodile. Reap the benefits of a jazzed-up gaming venue, a beer garden, in-ground pool, and watch your investment grow running the only Liquor Barn in town.
Mumballup Tavern, Mumballup
Backing onto a beautiful river, the Mumballup Tavern is situated 220 kilometres south of Perth. Established in 1907, this watering hole – aka The Mumby – with its live music scene has seen the benefits of heavy investment in renovations to update the beer garden, commercial kitchen, and bedrooms. Set on 8094 square metres, the Mumby takes advantage of a “huge flow of daily traffic” between locals and tourists.
