Looking for a lifestyle property with income, charm, and expansion potential? The Playhouse Theatre and Cafe delivers all that and more, a stunning freehold hospitality venue set on beautifully landscaped land just outside Nelson.
Established in 2010 and spread across three titles, the property is purpose-built for weddings, concerts, and private events, with landscaped gardens, a large indoor stage, and a dedicated ceremony space. The on-site cafe and bar adds another revenue stream and is fully equipped with a commercial kitchen and liquor licence.
Buying options:
- Option 1 - Business, venue and residence: $1,395,000, including Lot 12 (3,780m²) with the venue, residence and operating business.
- Option 2 - Additional land with improvements: $500,000, including Lot 13 (9,939m²) with a substantial shed and two-bedroom artist’s cabin.
- Option 3 - Bare land: $110,000, including Lot 17 (1,280m²) vacant land.
All three titles total 14,999m² with a combined value of $2,005,000.
Key highlights:
- Five acre site across three titles with development potential
- Architecturally styled venue with large stage, ceremony space & stylised landscaping
- Accommodation includes 4-bed apartment and 2-bed cabin
- Fully licensed cafe/bar with full commercial kitchen
- Multiple revenue streams: weddings, concerts, theatre, dinner-and-show events
- Resource consent in place for extended hours & future builds
- Scenic location near Nelson and key tourist routes
The business runs efficiently with minimal owner input, with the current owners contributing only part-time during event weekends.
With a strong foundation, prime landholding, and growth potential this opportunity offers the best of both worlds, a respected events business, cafe and bar, and a valuable freehold asset.
Stu Allan, +64 27 436 9091, stu.allan@linkbusiness.co.nz
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