HOBART, 65-69 Macquarie St

REPUTEDTO be the oldest continuously licensed pub in Australia, the welllocated Hope and Anchor hotel complex dates back to 1897.

Consultant John Blacklow says the historic pub occupies a prominent corner position on the fringe of the Hobartcbd and it includes adjoining vacant land with development potential.

The two-storey premises are in excellent order, the property being substantially renovated and refurbished to a high standard in 1997.

The property is also licensed as a museum, with display items, many irreplaceable, included the sale. They include historical wartime decorations and memorabilia, tools, firearms and maritime artefacts.

The top level includes a large, well-appointed residence, ideal for family occupation.

There has been extensive use of native timbers such as blackwood, Huon pine and cedar.

Other architectural features of this level include chandeliers, leadlighting, antique furnishings and plush carpets and drapes.