9 country pubs for sale in Australia right now
If you’ve ever dreamt of moving to the country to run a local pub, now could be the perfect time.
From renovators’ delights to tourist hotspots, there are currently 250 commercial properties appearing under the search term “pub” – and one of them could be yours.
So pour yourself a tasty refresher as you browse through some of the cutest country pubs on the market right now. Cheers!
Harvest Home Hotel, Victoria
The historic Harvest Home Hotel in Avenel, the Victorian town where Ned Kelly was born, is on the market with price expectations of $1.9 million to $2.09 million.
Dating back to 1870, the beautifully restored hotel sits on a 2086-square-metre corner site and blends period charm with modern hospitality. It features six guest rooms, a wraparound balcony, landscaped gardens and a pool, with scope for a new owner to build on its boutique accommodation, dining and events offering.
Just 90 minutes from Melbourne and at the gateway to Victoria’s High Country, the pub is expected to appeal to owner-operators looking to capitalise on the region’s growing tourism appeal.
Junee Hotel, NSW
The Junee Hotel occupies a substantial 2275-square-metre freehold landholding in a prominent town location, with 40 metres of street frontage. It is moments from Junee train station.
Originally known as the Railway Hotel, the pub opened in 1878 to capitalise on the expanding NSW rail network. It was rebuilt in 1911 with an imposing Federation filigree facade and a wraparound balcony.
“It is a true heritage asset and has been a prominent fixture in the township for almost 150 years,” HTL Property agent Ben Kennedy says.
Dargo Hotel, Victoria
Located at 108-110 Lind Avenue in the heart of Dargo, the pub – which has an asking price of $3.5 million including stock – opened its doors in 1898 and has been regarded as a top bucket-list destination for travellers heading into the Victorian High Country.
King & Heath First National agent Matt Baylis says the property’s enduring appeal lies in its authenticity and atmosphere.
“It’s still got that old-fashioned country charm,” he says. “It hasn’t been commercialised with pokies or heavy branding – it’s really about the atmosphere and people coming together.”
Devenish Railway Hotel, Victoria
Situated along the famous Silo art trail, the Devenish Railway Hotel was established in 1884 and is for sale as a freehold going concern.
The hotel has a covered front verandah area, a shady back lawn and a takeaway coffee and scones nook has been installed to complement the 40-person dining area.
“Current owner-operators have been working in the hotel for over 20 years and have lovingly restored and improved the hotel with an updated timber bar, fresh paint throughout and exposed red bricks,” the listing says.
Humpty Doo Hotel, Northern Territory
The iconic hotel occupies a two-hectare site along the Arnhem Highway, about 30 minutes out of Darwin. It has long served as a rest stop for travellers heading to Kakadu National Park and the NT’s desert regions.
The property supports multiple revenue streams, including the main bar, a sports bar with indoor and outdoor areas, a family bistro, a high-turnover souvenir shop and a gaming lounge with 10 electronic gambling machines.
“Not only is it an iconic asset, but it is underpinned by an impressive level of profitability, and it has performed consistently for several years now,” JLL agent Will Connolly says.
The Plantagenet Hotel, Western Australia
The Plantagenet Hotel occupies a prime 1884-square-metre corner site and is a well-known local landmark in Mount Barker.
The property comprises the pub, which generates additional revenue through a restaurant and TAB facilities; nine hotel rooms and six motel units; and the bottle shop. Two additional one-bedroom units are available for the hotel’s managers.
“It is a profitable asset as-is, but the potential is there to upgrade and enhance the accommodation and food and beverage offerings and reap the benefits,” says Wellington & Reeves agent Justin Tidbury, who is selling the property in conjunction with Cushman & Wakefield.
The Criterion Hotel, Victoria
Thanks to a recent refurbishment, The Criterion Hotel is on offer as a turnkey venue.
The historic 1853 building features an expansive main bar, multiple dining zones, a large commercial kitchen, an alfresco beer garden, as well as accommodation.
Currajah Hotel, Queensland
The Currajah Hotel is located in tranquil Wangan, about 10 kilometres south of Innisfail, and it’s bordered by banana and sugar cane plantations.
Inside, you’ll find a handsome timber bar, a classic beer-can wall and a taxidermied camel named Jeff. An all-important glycol beer system keeps tapped beverages frosty.
The hotel’s current owners, a couple, are selling the property in order to retire.
“They’ve put in the work to make the pub a roaring success, and now they want to find the right person to sell it to and then relax for the rest of their time,” says agent Scott Williams of SGW Hotel Broker.
Mitta Pub, Victoria
Set on the banks of the Mitta Mitta River in Victoria’s High Country, the popular Mitta Pub is on the market with price expectations of about $2.1 million.
The extensively renovated freehold hotel has undergone a $1.2 million renovation in recent years. It features a public bar, a dining room with an open fireplace, a commercial kitchen, a beer garden, an alfresco bar and seven guest rooms.
Surrounded by some of the state’s best fishing, mountain biking and hiking country, the pub captures the beauty of Victoria’s countryside.
