Childers Backpacker Hostel, Holiday Tourist Accommodation For Sale
With a 4+ Star reputation Childers Eco-lodge is in the unique position of being the leading Working Backpacker Hostel in the region and hugely in demand.
Childers Eco-lodge is located just 8km from Childers in the Bundaberg Region which is considered one of the fruit and salad bowls of the country. The Eco-lodge is easily accessible, just 3km from the main Bruce Highway, and 4 hours drive north of Brisbane.
Childers Eco-lodge is a freehold purpose-built 52 bed backpackers hostel in a beautiful country setting, catering to the in-demand working holiday maker sector.
Set on 11.7 hectares guests can swing in a hammock, relax around the campfire under the stars, spot native bird and wildlife, bushwalk, watch movies in the 18 seat cinema, play football or volleyball, and workout in the gym in their down time. Guests are predominantly UK and Europeans aged 18-30 who seek to complete 88 days fruit picking work to gain an extra year on their working holiday visa.
Significant operating cost reductions have been realised through the use of low energy electrics, solar power, gas hot water and cooking, onsite rainwater storage and bore, shower timers, composting toilets and onsite greywater treatment. The property has Development Approval and infrastructure in place for 61 beds.
In addition to providing accommodation, a large part of the business is liaising with local farmers on their casual labour needs placing backpackers in seasonal work.
The Hostel consists of two buildings with 4 quad dorms in each; 1 building with 3 quad dorms and a bathroom (2 showers 2 toilets). One bathroom block with 4 showers, 4 toilets, 3 commercial coin operated washing machines. A kitchen block with commercial fridges, and a dining/cinema building. The 4 bedroom managers residence also houses the reception and office.
The Business is currently operated by a husband, wife (part time) and 2 part time staff (cleaners) offering a great lifestyle business in a beautiful setting.
Further information and financial details would be provided after confidentiality requirements have been completed.
Price Suffix abbreviations
Negotiable - Price can be negotiated
W.I.W.O - Walk in Walk Out(Buyer walks in, Vendor walks out)
O.N.O. - Or Near Offer
E.O.I. - Expressions of Interest
Freehold - The property in which the business is situated is owned outright. No rental.
Leasehold - The property is occupied on a rental basis, under a lease. Terms of the lease vary, commonly "3x3"(3 years with a 3 year option), "5x5x5",etc.Note:Rent $...PCM = Per Calendar Month
+ S.A.V. - Stock At Value
+ G.S.T. - G.S.T. is to be paid by buyer
+ Equipment - Equipment to be included in final price
+ Fixtures & Fittings - Items like security systems, lighting, signage,menu boards,etc. are not included in the sale price.
+ Plant - Plant not included in the sale price.
+ Vehicle - Vehicle price to be added to final price
All Inclusive - Everything associated with business included
Stock Included - Stock business holds included in final price
