Owning your own humble Aussie pub is the quintessential dream for many, and opportunities to make such aspirations a reality are ripe across the country.
From a heritage listed pub where a future US President might have stayed, to a hinterland local and 1860s icons, here is a roundup of some of the best pubs for sale right now.
Hebert Hoover is believed to have stayed at WA's Albany Hotel in 1900 before he became the 31st US President. Picture: realcommercial.com.au/Wikimedia Commonså
Western Australian pub steeped in history
Believed to be Western Australia's first licensed premises, the heritage-listed 1852-built Albany Hotel is seeking a new custodian.
Listed for sale with an asking price of $2.95 million, owner and listing agent Russell Poliwka from First Western Realty said there has been good interest in the property, which has a rich history.
“It just needs somebody with a few dollars to buy it and bring it back to its former glory,” he said.
The grand historic building is set on a 957sqm land parcel within the heart of Albany’s main street, and its current lease expires in June.
Highlights of the venue include a bar and dining room, a pressed tin bar, an original brick fireplace, guest room accommodation, a manager’s living quarters and two alfresco areas.
The Albany Hotel is believed to be WA's oldest. Picture: realcommercial.com.au
There is also the option to buy a 310sqm block to the rear of the hotel.
According to the Heritage Council of WA, the Albany Hotel played an important role in the entertainment and food industry since its inception.
Its statement of significance notes that the hotel “is one of the oldest still existing licenced hotels in Albany and one of the first built.”
It notes that an interesting anecdote found in a guest book from circa 1900 contains an entry by Herbert Hoover, “Not dead, but sleeping”, who went on to become the United States' 31st President from 1929 to 1933.
Picture perfect in Queensland
With a recent half-million dollar renovation, the Julatten Hotel in tropical north Queensland has hit the market via an expressions of interest campaign.
Located at 2 Mount Lewis Road, Julatten, the country pub – the only one in the area - is set on a sprawling 2ha site encompassing uninterrupted hinterland views.
The Julatten pub has been extensively refurbished. Picture: realcommercial.com.au
Sales agent Taylor Morris from CBRE Hotels said the renovation has completely refreshed the establishment.
“He reopened it for the community and rebranded it to be the Julatten Hotel that it is today,” she said.
“We think it's a really perfect opportunity for a hands-on owner operator to really get in there and drive performance.”
The hotel features a public bar, outdoor bar, dining areas, undercover decked areas, as well as two self-contained, Balinese inspired cabins.
The offering also includes an opportunity for future expansion with scope for up to 20 cabins, and room for possible camping grounds, or revamping storage areas into a boutique distillery or cellar door.
Salamanca style
Occupying a prime waterfront position in Hobart’s sought-after Salamanca precinct, the Telegraph Hotel at 19 Morrison Street has a price guide of in excess of $10 million.
Home to Salamanca's only rooftop terrace bar, the Telegraph Hotel is anchored by Australian Venue Co with a new 10 year lease in place.
The Telegraph Hotel is one of the most iconic pubs in Hobart. Picture: realcommercial.com.au
The Hobart icon was built in 1858 - 55 years after the establishment of Hobart Town at Sullivan’s Cove.
In 2021, the venue underwent a $5 million plus refurbishment.
Beloved Victorian landmark
With a history extending back to the 1860s, the Star Hotel at 30 High Street in Yackandandah is a hospitality icon in regional Victoria.
Known by locals as the "Top Pub," the pub is set on an approximate 1032sqm site and includes indoor and outdoor bars, a dining room and an outdoor stage for music and events.
Victorian country charm. Picture: realcommercial.com.au
Offered for sale as both leasehold and freehold/leasehold, the hotel has an asking price of $3 million.
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