Boutique Luxury Accommodation in beautifully restored Historic Building

Price reduced to meet current market – Owner keen to move on

Centrally located around 3 hours north of Sydney is this small historical village of approximately 4700 people, which is on a main Tourist route and only 12 kms west of Taree and surrounded by dairy and beef farming, State forest and national parks. A ten hectare sub tropical floodplain rainforest is a special habitat for a certain species of flying fox, and native birds. The public boat ramp at the tidal river can lead directly to the Pacific Ocean only a short distance from the town.  Additional attractions to the township are the longest single drop waterfall in Australia and Barrington in the South West which is renowned for its trout fishing and kayaking.  Last but not least is the Manning River town of Taree in the East plus Old Bar Beach.

This popular, well established Guesthouse and Restaurant is situated in a historical building circa 1929 and located only minutes to the East Coast beaches. The building originally housed the Bank of NSW until purchased and converted to a guesthouse and restaurant in 2000.  Initially the business focused mainly on the restaurant side and was operated by manager Chefs and was never owner operated.   The current owners purchased both the freehold and business and spent many months renovating and renewing various elements which included a new bar, shelving and a new rear courtyard.

This 4 star AAA rated art deco Guest House consists of 6 guest rooms with quality furnishings, manager’s cottage, lounge with fireplace, fully commercialised kitchen and a 50 seat restaurant (currently open for guests plus functions). 

Solo operator has developed an excellent growth pattern this past few years of operation. The business is now becoming too busy for one person. The Restaurant has an excellent reputation and could easily be reopened with the right purchasers.  Alternatively the restaurant could continue to service the in house guests and be utilised for selective functions etc.

 Guest Accommodation Features:

• Four spacious, immaculate, tastefully appointed queen sized rooms all with ensuites
• One 2 room family suite with shared ensuite
• All guest rooms are individually heated and have air conditioners, ceiling fans and bar fridge.
• Quality carpets, décor, linens and general furniture are in excellent condition.
• Large comfortable Guest lounge has an open fire, guest library stocked with books, magazines, DVD’s, CD’s and numerous board games.
• Listed on approximately 20 accommodation & travel web sites
• Secure off street parking for up to 6 vehicles

Restaurant & Function Features:

• Can open directly off the main Street if required.
• Beautifully appointed to seat up to 50 people
• Fully equipped commercial kitchen with fridges, freezers and commercial oven
• Liquor licence which may be transferred to new owner on approval by liquor licensing board
• Small private dining room for discreet and private dinners
• Polished floors with unique blown up photos (circa 1894)
• Rear courtyard with modern toilet block specifically for restaurant patrons
• Courtyard furniture covered by a sail for shade and inclement weather
• Historically the restaurant was once the major fine dining venue for the Manning Valley with a population of 47000 people.

Additional Features:

• Comfortable owners/managers cottage suitable for a couple with ample privacy.
• Fully fenced property for complete privacy
• Well maintained and serviced equipment including fire system

This well established property has an excellent consistent turnover and is well worth consideration and inspection. The business has grown steadily and has much room for expansion and further growth particularly if the Restaurant is open to the public.

Much more information available on request.