Otago 9073

Waihola Tavern & Restaurant, plus Waihola Store - Diverse Business and/or Substantial Freehold

- Waihola Otago

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An outstanding investment and business opportunity in one of Otago’s fastest-growing lake townships. Just 30 minutes south of Dunedin and 10 minutes from the airport, this versatile offering includes the Lake Waihola Tavern, Waihola Store (dairy), multiple accommodation options, and prominent freehold land and buildings.

With three different purchasing options available, this is a rare chance to tailor the opportunity to your goals — whether you’re an investor, hospitality professional, or family looking to live and work in a thriving lakeside location.

Key Features

• 🏪 Lake Waihola Tavern – spacious bar, restaurant, function venue, garden bar
• 🛒 Waihola Store (Dairy) – popular retail with NZ Post agency and takeaway food
• 🍽️ Commercial kitchen – modern, well-equipped, ideal for functions and catering
• 🛏️ On-site accommodation – 1-bed (possibly 2) apartment + separate 3-bed accommodation
• 🚗 High-profile SH1 location – great passing trade and signage visibility
• 🚴‍♂️ Clutha Gold Trail – now extended to Waihola, driving tourism growth
• 🏗️ Well-maintained – modern rebuild approx. 15 years ago with quality chattels
• 🌱 Major growth potential – cycle tourism, new housing, and sports facility upgrades

3 Ways to Buy

1. Freehold Going Concern (FHGC) – Land, buildings + business (tavern + store)
2. Business Only – Operate the tavern and store under lease agreement
3. Freehold Only – Purchase the land and buildings as a commercial investment

Why Waihola?

Lake Waihola is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts, holidaymakers, and retirees. With the recent extension of the Clutha Gold Cycle Trail to Waihola, plus new recreation upgrades and housing development, the township is entering a period of rapid growth.

Whether you’re looking to invest in a high-yield commercial property, operate a multi-income hospitality business, or do both — this is a rare chance to secure it all.

Further Information is available upon completing a NDA. Contact the agent Peter Gale, peter@businessassociates.co.nz or 021 608 107. Please state whether you are interested in the Business, the Freehold, or Both (ie. the Freehold Going Concern).