16-18 Kendal Street, Cowra, New South Wales
Imperial Hotel Cowra - Landmark Freehold Country Hotel
FHGC - $2,300,000 plus SAV
Business Description
Prime Regional Hotel Freehold
Seize the chance to own the iconic Imperial Hotel, a thriving freehold going concern centrally located in the vibrant regional town of Cowra Central West NSW. This well-established hotel is a cornerstone of the community, offering a lucrative business opportunity for astute investors or owner-operators.
Situated on Cowra's bustling Main Street, the Imperial Hotel is sited on a large 3,282m2 (approx.) allotment and enjoys close proximity to key attractions like the Cowra Japanese Garden & Cultural Centre (1.2 km), Australia's World Peace Bell (0.5 km), and Cowra Regional Art Gallery (0.6 km).
This well presented hotel features a restaurant with full table service, a relaxed bistro, commercial kitchen with wood fired pizza oven, lively single service bar, and popular beer garden, catering to both locals and tourists. The vibrant nightlife, with live music on weekends, draws crowds, enhancing its appeal.
Upstairs offers 8 spacious guest rooms, including ensuite and shared bathroom options, a three bedroom managers residence and a blank canvas top floor configured into 12 single rooms plus bathroom areas ideal for further development. Amenities include free guest Wi-Fi, a family-friendly atmosphere with a children's play area and rear parking with large modern shedding.
Cowra is a charming regional town in the Lachlan Valley with a population of approximately 10,000, known for its rich history, vibrant community, and agricultural heritage is approximately 183 km from Canberra and 310km from Sydney, making it an ideal stopover for travellers heading to or from the capital.
The Imperial Hotel is a rare opportunity to acquire a freehold going concern in a growing regional center. With its strong reputation, diverse revenue streams (dining, accommodation, and bar), and strategic location, this property is primed for continued success.
Investment Highlights:
• Strong regional NSW centre of Cowra with 10,000 population (approx.)
• Large allotment of 3,282m2 (approx.) zoned E1 – Local Centre
• Multiple income streams – food, beverage & accommodation
• Consistently strong trading history producing excellent cash flow
• Highly profitable enterprise with potential for future growth
Business Summary
Other Features / Notes
A:FREEHOLD GOING CONCERN, B:HOTEL/BAR, C:NSW - Riverina & MurrayKey Investment Insights
1. Iconic freehold hotel in central Cowra, offered as a going concern, enabling buyers to acquire land and operating business together.
2. Large allotment of approximately 3,282m2 zoned E1 Local Centre, providing potential for expansion or redevelopment.
3. Multiple revenue streams including restaurant with full table service, relaxed bistro, commercial kitchen with wood-fired pizza oven, single-service bar and beer garden, diversifying income.
4. Accommodation offering with eight spacious guest rooms upstairs, plus a blank canvas top floor configured into 12 single rooms and bathroom areas, presenting clear upside through room activation or refurbishment.
5. On-site three-bedroom manager’s residence, supporting owner-operator models and reducing staffing accommodation costs.
6. Established trading history and consistently strong cash flow, described as a highly profitable enterprise with potential for future growth.
7. Popular local entertainment features, including live weekend music and a family-friendly children’s play area, driving repeat visitation and local patronage.
8. Strategic Main Street location within walking distance of key attractions: Cowra Japanese Garden & Cultural Centre (1.2 km), World Peace Bell (0.5 km) and Regional Art Gallery (0.6 km), supporting tourist demand.
9. Substantial rear parking and large modern shedding, facilitating operational logistics, events and potential storage or workshop uses.
10. Positioned in a stable regional centre of around 10,000 people, 183 km from Canberra and 310 km from Sydney, suited to stopover travellers and regional tourism markets.
