1 North Terrace

Blanchetown SA 5357

It's two big homes, with history, charm, versatility and presented beautifully. 'Last drinks' for current owners, who now look forward to retiring and grand kids. Its time for new beginnings in this much-loved establishment. 4 blocks, with home on one, pub on other plus a side and rear block that could be sold separately. Its more than a pub, it's a home for many reasons. It's your choice what you would do as the new owners of this very well-known piece of real estate. Don't expect to make a fortune, whilst the turnover is around $200k pa, plus live with business associated costs, this is more about bricks and mortar investment. Unless you come up with a menu that people just can't go past, or you are prepared promote the uniqueness of this much-loved South Australian icon. The menu at the moment is well above the average, and the clientele vary from the discerning to the very friendly locals who really appreciate the hospitality. Tourists drop in, local farmers, school buses local Riverland sporting teams will also stay for a session. This establishment has a lasting first impression that grows into something you feel, it is very special within 5 minutes of arriving. This is anything you want it to be. The outback has so many things to love, the views from the front gardens, the Murray River 14km away, the still of the night, and character that is unique.
Two homes. The first is a stone building with two bedrooms, office, kitchen, bathroom, and huge room suitable for more internal walls to create more accommodation or gallery. Fenced off rear yard. The second home, a home to many over the years. It's got to be said the warmth you get upon entry is instant. It's very hard to leave a bar with such a persona. The pool room is character personified with overhead light, walls decorated with collectibles and memorabilia, juke box and fire place. Two dining areas, one with free standing combustion heater. Beer garden with 3 BBQs, lawned area. Two double rooms for overnight accommodation, commercial kitchen, 2 dining areas, collection of Australiana that you don't see every day. In house guests have their own showers and toilet block. Caravans and motor homes have 7 powered sites. But this is your choice, you may want to keep it all to yourself, and do your thing. The licence hours are flexible and can have more flexibility to suit your requirements in the future (STLL application). Currently Monday to Thursday you don't have to open to the public. Friday, Saturday and Sunday are from 11am - 8pm or later if you are not ready to knock off yet and the place is jumping. Sit under the front veranda and enjoy the tranquilities of the outback views, you will agree that this destination has something special about it.
The gardens are a credit to the current owners, its pristine, lawn and established hedges. 20 x 40 ft shed with cement floor, power suitable for 4 cars. Stone barn/implement shed suitable for 3 more cars. Fully fenced yard. Big chook shed. There are no contracts on beer rights, you could pour your favourite drop from the glycocol chilled beer lines and fill the cellar with your favourite wines. The whole pub presents beautifully. You will be impressed with the little things that have already been thought of. Presented in excellent running order. The kitchen was fully renovated approx. 7 years ago, it's a ripper, perhaps you could do a cooking school, or your own catering from here. Walk in cool room with external glass doors access, walk in pantry, stainless steel well laid out kitchen with commercial cooking facilities. Satellite internet, new backup generator, second cellar, licenced for up to 200 people. Mt Mary is a destination, it's an experience and its your call. This could be as little or as much as you need. A home for a big family, bed and breakfast, business base or life experience. 4 freehold titles. Previously offered for $385,000.00, retirement is imminent, come and have a look and see for yourself. It would be hard to build one of these buildings for that, let alone add up the inclusions. Best offer - gets the chocolate's, or in this case the entire package. Walk in walk out, except for personal belongings. Memorabilia stay with the hotel and part of the character. If you have always wanted to be a part of the hospitality industry, this is affordable, lease and freehold, or quite simply two homes awaiting your stamp. Your choice, to be busy or quiet. Two hours' drive to Adelaide, 40 minutes to the Barossa Valley, 15 minutes to the Murray River. It is more than figures and 4 walls, see for yourself, Mt Mary, it's waiting for you. Video available by clicking view external link or by clicking the play button on main photo. Floor plans and licence details available.