Step into a unique opportunity to own a thriving piece of Montville's rich cultural landscape. This historic 1890s Queenslander, originally constructed by the Smith Family, currently home to the renowned Montville Art Gallery, which has been continually operating in Montville for 52 years. Nestled in the heart of Montville Village, this property offers the perfect blend of business potential and residential charm, allowing you to live your passion every day. The freehold and business are being sold as a going concern.
Property Features:
- Thriving Art Gallery: Home to 39 professional artists, featuring Contemporary Impressionism and Realist Art. Showcasing a different artist each month, the gallery attracts high visitor traffic on weekends and discerning buyers on weekdays.
- Very little financial outlay is needed to stock the gallery, paintings are on consignment on a commission basis when sold.
- Prime Location: Situated on Main Street for excellent visibility for customer engagement. The nearby St Mary's Hall presents opportunities to host artist workshops, enhancing trade and community interaction.
- Modern Amenities: Equipped with dual air-conditioning systems, a separate office for wrapping and shipping, a kitchenette, toilet, and a dedicated space for photography or an art studio.
- Updated Infrastructure: New access ramp, front verandah, two air-conditioning units and modern security system.
- Light Filled Atmosphere: The two front rooms with a feature window overlooking Main Street, perfect for showcasing those feature art pieces for sale. The high ceilings and a wall of windows welcome abundant natural light. Flexible lighting options, including downlights on tracks, backing boards, vertical displays and display boards, create versatile themes and displays for the stunning art pieces for sale.
- Generous Space: A spacious 956 sqm block with flat, usable land. Features include undercover parking, a garden shed, and potential space for additional sheds or secondary dwellings, subject to council approval.
- Historic Charm: A classic Queenslander built in the 1890s with timber sourced on site, rich in original character and history.
- Versatile Potential: There is opportunity to extend the gallery and either build studio space for artists or teaching, and/or residential space if required (subject to relevant council approval). Previous plans for a one-bedroom unit at the back are available, offering future adaptability.
- Flexible Business Hours: Operate as a couple or individually with existing systems for holiday relief. Open 7 days or can be flexible hours to suit your needs.
- Community Connection: Enjoy proximity to local venues, community events, and potential for increased trade through local workshops.
Convenient Central Location:
- A short walk to Montville State school and Montville Village's cafes, restaurants and array of artisan shops.
- 10 min to Maleny, featuring cafes, shops, grocery stores, a local hospital, medical facilities and specialty shops, Maleny State School and Maleny High School.
- 10 mins to the Palmwoods with diverse services and a train station.
- 25 mins to Sunshine Coast Beaches and Shopping Precincts.
- Just over an hour to Brisbane Airport and 27 minutes to Sunshine Coast Airport.
- 17 min drive to Private Schools on the coast.
Seize this unique opportunity to own a successful and established local business, as part of Montville's artistic legacy. Enjoy the flexibility to tailor it to your lifestyle and business aspirations. Freehold and business being sold as a going concern.
Contact us today to arrange a viewing and discover endless possibilities this property offers.
For further information or to schedule a private viewing, please contact Susan on 0428573170 or Marlene on 0476652273.
* Inspections for this property are strictly by private appointment only. Please respect the owner's privacy and do not approach the owner without being accompanied by an agent.
** All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information and interested persons should rely on their own enquiries.
