Do you love the ocean? Always wanted to own a serious hotel motel that is a sound investment, with lifestyle and real growth potential? Have a look at this Lease or Freehold & Business opportunity. This property is already a substantial business that can only get better.

Occupying over 3,884 sq m of land with much room for expansion. This hotel offers good solid bar trade with TAB/Pub Keno agency, excellent gaming with room for improvement, bottleshop, and large meal trade  all support with 10 well presented ensuite motel rooms and an excellent 3 bedroom manager residence.

This is a property/business for now and the future.

Edithburgh is a popular growing holiday town on the Yorke Peninsula. Less than 3 hours drive from Adelaide the town has a good-sized local population of over 1,000 people that swells in the holiday periods with shack owners, fishermen and holiday makers. The new Rex mine currently under construction will only add to the business. The town has all the amenities you require plus good sporting clubs. Edithburgh is known for its great fishing, you will want to have a look at this property.

Key Financial & Sale Details

• Selling for less than Professional Valuation price
• Significant value in plant & equipment included in the sale, notably 15 bank-note acceptor gaming machines, each with a replacement cost of up to $30,000 each.

Property & Trading Highlights

• The property features a labour-efficient floor plan with a central bar servicing all public areas.
• Bar trade includes TAB, KENO, and regularly strong patronage throughout the year.
• Gaming room strategically located between bar and dining room; the 15 modern gaming machines offer high ancillary income alongside food & beverage.
• Membership of “Sip & Save” for off-premise liquor sales boosts additional revenue stream.

Accommodation & Additional Facilities

• A two-storey motel complex with 10 units, well occupied especially during summer and long weekends.
• Includes a 3-bedroom owner/manager residence centrally located between hotel and motel, plus ample shedding.
• Equipment included: forklift, generator, 12-seat courtesy bus, and all in situ plant & equipment needed to run the business.

Operating Cost Advantages

• Two recently installed solar systems: approx. 60 kW on hotel roof and 15 kW on motel roof. These have produced a substantial reduction in mains power costs, improving operating margins.

Location & Tourism Appeal

• Edithburgh is a seaside town on the Yorke Peninsula, approximately a two-hour drive from Adelaide.
• The hotel motel is just a short walk from the beach, with excellent access to fishing, water activities, diving, and nature trails.
• Other local attractions include the jetty and tidal pool, the native flora reserve and walking trails, museum, conservation park, and lighthouse. These drive seasonal tourism and repeat visitation.

Suitability & Opportunity

• The Troubridge Hotel Motel is ideal for:
  ‒ An owner-operator or small team / family business.
  ‒ Investors who may manage via staff.
• Former hotel experience is not essential; the business is well-structured and includes strong systems, facilities, and support to transition smoothly.

Why This Opportunity is Unique

• Heritage property (established 1873), steeped in local character, with strong brand recognition.
• Built-in multiple income streams: accommodation, F&B, gaming, liquor, events.
• Well-maintained, modern equipment and infrastructure.
• Strategic location in a sought-after coastal holiday region.

Mary Birnie
Email mary@birniesanders.com.au
Mobile 0414829167

Mark Jericho
Email mark@birniesanders.com.au
Mobile 0403907309