Iconic Warragul Landmark
Offered for sale is the freehold interest of the O & H Hotel at 95 Queen Street, Warragul, a rare opportunity to acquire an historic and iconic landmark of the town. Commercial 1 Zoned, the property occupies an approximate 1,077m2 allotment between Queen Street and Williams Square with over 22 metres of Queen Street frontage. Positioned right in the heart of the town centre and directly opposite the railway station, this prime, prominent location ensures a high level of both foot and road traffic. The O & H Hotel, formerly The Orient Hotel, stands on the original site of Warragul’s first hotel and licensed premises, The Crown, a single storey timber structure which opened in 1875. An extensive fire in December 1888 destroyed The Crown together with much of the town’s business sector.
In 1889, the hotel was rebuilt as a two storey brick structure and renamed the Orient Hotel, and in more recent times shortened to the O & H Hotel. Internal features include a commercial kitchen, refurbished 120 seat bistro, public front bar, children’s playroom, patrons’ toilets and storerooms on the ground floor. The upper level accommodates 17 bedrooms, seven bathrooms, communal kitchen and living spaces together with a two bedroom, fully selfcontained manager’s residence. A drive through bottle shop with a walk-in cool room is accessed from Queen Street and there is also a beer garden at the rear.
A current liquor licence is available for the premises. Warragul is regarded as the commercial centre of West Gippsland as well as a significant agricultural area of Victoria and gateway to the Mount Baw Baw National Park, attracting many visitors to the region.
The town and surrounding district continue to enjoy strong economic growth and an increase in population.
With unlimited possibilities, including hostel accommodation or redevelopment of the site, this significant property is an outstanding opportunity. Further information may be obtained from the marketing agent Harcourts Warragul on 5622 3333, Brendon Van Eyk 0439 973 310 or Evan Broadbent 0438 379 151. Feasibility options for a proposed development are also available on request Number 95 Queen Street, Warragul is offered for sale for $1,500,000.