Gin Gin, Queensland

Purpose built Hostel in key farming area - Must be sold!

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Business Description

Seasonal Accommodation in the Heart of Queensland’s Farming Region

With the owners redirecting their focus to other business interests, this high-quality accommodation asset is offered below replacement cost, presenting outstanding value for an investor seeking scale, flexibility, and long-term upside.

Occupying a prominent 4,962 m² corner site in the centre of Gin Gin, the Harvest Hostel is a near-new, purpose-built accommodation lodge strategically positioned just off the Bruce Highway and approximately 50 kilometres from Bundaberg. The location places it at the centre of one of Queensland’s most active fruit-picking and farming regions, with consistent demand from seasonal agricultural workers and backpackers.

Freehold Going Concern
Secure ownership of both land and business, offering flexibility of use and strong long-term fundamentals.
Accommodation
- Three (3) two-storey dormitory buildings
- Licensed for 148 beds, currently configured for 128 beds
- Flexible room configurations to suit seasonal or longer-stay demand
- Shared bathroom facilities designed for high-occupancy use

Guest & Operational Facilities
- Large commercial-scale shared kitchen
- Self-service laundry
- TV lounge and expansive communal / social areas
- Wi-Fi throughout
- Housekeeping facilities
- Reception / management office and supporting infrastructure

The design emphasises durability, efficiency, and community-style living — ideal for workforce and backpacker accommodation.

Liquor Licence
A liquor licence is in place, offering optional upside for future operators. The space has historically been utilised as a social area rather than an active bar.

Trading & Operations
The hostel has recommenced trading this season following a short operational pause and presents in clean, modern condition, ready for immediate occupancy.
Historic performance demonstrates weekly revenues exceeding $12,000 during peak periods, with prior trading figures available to qualified buyers.

The business operates with an offsite manager on a commission basis, with labour supplemented through work-for-accommodation arrangements, providing a cost-efficient operating model.

Investment Highlights
- Modern, purpose-built asset
- Scale rarely seen in regional Queensland hostels
- Strong seasonal demand drivers
- Offered below build cost
- Flexible accommodation use
- Immediate operational capability

This is a rare opportunity to secure a substantial, income-generating freehold accommodation asset in a tightly held agricultural region.

For further details or to arrange a private inspection, please contact:
Nathan Eades or Joel McCartin

** Ras360 Property Solutions - Specialists in Motels | Hotels | Pubs | Parks | Management Rights **

NB: Revenue and Nett Profit are annualised from part year figures

Business Summary

Energy Features

  • Energy Rating: 4.5
Marketing Agent
Joel McCartin
Joel McCartin

Nathan Eades
Nathan Eades

Key Investment Insights

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1. Purpose built hostel offered below replacement cost, providing a substantial freehold accommodation investment opportunity.
2. Prominent 4,962 m² corner site in central Gin Gin, approximately 50 kilometres from Bundaberg and near the Bruce Highway.
3. Located within Queensland’s active farming region, supporting seasonal demand from agricultural workers and backpackers.
4. Three two storey dormitory buildings provide licensed accommodation for 148 beds, currently configured for 128.
5. Facilities include a commercial scale kitchen, self service laundry, Wi Fi, communal areas and reception infrastructure.
6. Offsite commission based management, supplemented by work for accommodation arrangements, supports a cost efficient operating model.
7. Liquor licence provides flexibility for future operators, while the existing space has historically served as a social area.
8. The near new property has recommenced trading in clean, modern condition and is ready for immediate occupancy.
9. Historic peak period revenues exceeded $12,000 weekly, with prior trading figures available to qualified buyers.
10. Flexible room configurations support seasonal or longer stay accommodation requirements.
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