8 regional Victoria pubs for sale right now
With more and more city dwellers trading the hustle for the hills, there’s never been a better time to join the thriving regional hospitality scene.
From classic pubs perfectly positioned for travellers to iconic buildings steeped in history, here are eight pubs in regional Victoria for sale right now.
Serpentine Hotel, Serpentine
Located 50 kilometres from Bendigo, the Serpentine Hotel is a popular stopover for travellers between Melbourne, Mildura and Echuca.
The hotel and bar can seat up to 75 people and include a brand-new kitchen, an office room, a covered back verandah, and an outdoor beer garden.
There’s also a four-bedroom residence with a private backyard with two sheds, three pet coops and a carport.
Dargo Hotel, Dargo
Located at 108-110 Lind Avenue in the heart of Dargo, the Dargo Hotel opened its doors in 1898 and has been regarded as a top bucket-list destination for travellers heading into the Victorian High Country, drawing four-wheel-drive enthusiasts, motorcyclists and tourists seeking a classic country pub experience that has remained largely untouched by modern commercialisation.
Offered on an as-is basis, the sale includes an extensive list of equipment, allowing a new owner to step straight into operations.
The Glengarry Hotel, Glengarry
Affectionately known as The Glen Pub, this country hotel is set on approximately 3593 square metres in the heart of town.
The hotel features a spacious public bar and large bistro, a paved beer garden with outdoor seating, an outdoor fireplace and two well-appointed one-bedroom cottages at the rear.
Commercial Hotel, Woods Point
Nestled deep in Victoria’s High Country, the Commercial Hotel was built in the early 1940s and sits on approximately 1994 square metres.
The hotel features a classic country bar, dining room, beer garden and 12 guest rooms.
Star Hotel, Yackandandah
Known to locals as the “Top Pub”, Yackandandah’s Star Hotel is steeped in history and character.
Dating back to the 1860s (it was established shortly after the discovery of gold in 1852), the pub has been held by the current publican for over a decade. It is now offered as both a leasehold and freehold/leasehold opportunity.
Occupying a 1032-square-metre landholding, the Star Hotel has indoor and outdoor bars, a separate dining room, a cafe operating from the laneway, and an outdoor stage for live music and events.
Devenish Railway Hotel, Devenish
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, a shady back lawn, and a takeaway coffee-and-scones nook 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.
The Criterion Hotel, Castlemaine
Following a recent refurbishment, The Criterion Hotel is available as a turnkey venue.
The historic 1853 building features an expansive main bar, multiple dining zones, a large commercial kitchen, a beer garden, and accommodation.
Willaura Hotel, Victoria
Established in 1916, the iconic Willaura Hotel blends hospitality, accommodation and development potential in the heart of regional Victoria.
Listing agency Ray White Ararat says the venue presents a “rare chance to revitalise a country pub or diversify into the short-stay and workforce accommodation sectors”.
“The substantial hotel premises feature a classic public bar (requiring some refurbishment), multiple lounge and dining areas, guest rooms, staff amenities, a fully operational commercial kitchen, and an expansive outdoor entertainment zone – ready to be activated for events or seasonal trade.”
