Outback pub offers true Aussie battler investment opportunity
Located in the heart of Sandstone, Western Australia, 660 kilometres north of Perth, The National is the only pub for kilometres. It boasts a lengthy past of being the go-to watering hole for locals and fossickers alike.
Built in 1907, this outback pub has watched prospectors chase their fortunes under the blazing West Australian sun for many years and welcomed them through their doors for a cold brew and a hearty feed. Today, this 300-square-metre heritage building is ready to welcome the next chapter in its story.
Listing agent Peter de Jonge from O’Neil Real Estate said it’s a strong investment opportunity and has already had steady interest.
“It would be the only licensed outlet for 150 kilometres. Sandstone is a major junction for mine transport vehicles, so the provision of accommodation and meals would be a great bonus.”
The property boasts not only the old hotel itself but an adjoining three-bedroom, one-bathroom home built in 2011. The modern residence includes generous living spaces, air-conditioning, verandahs, and an inviting in-ground pool.
There are also 14 rooms in transportables on-site, along with five rooms within the hotel itself serving as accommodation, which De Jonge said gave it a competitive advantage as there was no other accommodation in the area.
“Sandstone is extremely popular with gold prospectors and fossickers, with the caravan park is often filled. [The National] was one of four hotels built in the town and is the only one remaining,” said De Jonge.
Located conveniently within the centre of town and five minutes from the local airport, it’s also a favoured stopover for those travelling between Wiluna and Geraldton.
Offers are being accepted above $770,000.
