Iconic Bush Pub - 60 Bed Accommodation, Safari Lodges, Camping
LionsDen_G5
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- 60Bed
- 2.745 HaLand
- 1,337m2Area
Lions Den Hotel
Bloomfield Track via Helenvale
Cooktown QLD 4895
Bloomfield Track via Helenvale
Cooktown QLD 4895
BACKGROUND
An opportunity to secure both Freehold & Business to this unique Historic Tourism Icon. A 'compulsory' tourist stop at the Gateway to Cape York located 30km south of Cooktown. Accessible either by one of the most beautiful 4WD tracks in Australia from Cairns past Port Douglas, Cape Tribulation and Bloomfield to the Lions Den (205km), or a short 5km detour on an easy 2WD dirt road off the fully sealed new inland main road from Cairns to Cooktown (305km).
The Lions Den Hotel has enjoyed a rich history since 1875. A landmark hotel with a wood & iron construction, famous for it's quirky decorations and walls adorned with visitors signatures. It is one of only a few remaining genuine Australian bush pubs being over 100 years old.
Wonderfully situated on 2.745 Ha (6.78 Acres) in a lush valley on the banks of the the Little Annan river ; fresh water supply to Cooktown. Offering 60 bed accommodation from Hotel rooms, Safari Lodges and transportables. In addition the majority of the property is camping grounds wiht powered sites.Enjoy the natural swimming holes in the fresh water river and the beautiful grounds all watched over carefully by the mysterious Black Mountain, or use the Lions Den as a base to explore the region.
The Den provides fabulous food during opening hours & has a souvenir store on premise. Unleaded petrol, Diesel and Gas refills are available as well.
If you do some outback traveling you will come across pubs that can be hundreds of kilometres from the nearest town or population. The expression "build it and they will come" definitely applies here and it is approximately 30km to Cooktown.
FUNCTIONS
Ability to cater for larger groups and functions, breakfast, lunch, dinner and morning & afternoon teas. Catering to on-site guests such as tour groups or film crews. On and off premise Liquor licence.
THE SURROUNDING REGION
The surrounding area abounds with natural beauty including the mysterious Black Mountains, the Great Barrier Reef, Elim Sands, Cedar Bay National Park, Split Rock, the Daintree, the Bloomfield Falls and Threvathin Falls to name just a few. The area is also steeped in history having Captain Cook land in Cooktown in 1770 to carry out repairs to the Endeavour, then a hundred years later gold was discovered on the Palmer River bring thousands of people to the area.
Activities in the area include canoeing the Wallaby Creek, Bushwalking the many tracks, Picnicking under a Waterfall, Deep Sea or Estuary Fishing, Having a Beer, Swimming in the many Fresh Water Holes, Horse Riding on the Beach, Scenic Flight over the Reef, Visiting a Museum, Looking at all the Aboriginal Art, Sailing, Wildlife and Bird watching, Croc spotting, Golf or just relax in a superb setting!
ACCOMMODATION
There is a variety of accommodation : Safari Lodges, Transportables, Hotel Rooms & Camp grounds.
The Safari Lodges are essentially huge canvas tents raised up on a timber platform. There are different configurations with the lodges.
Renovated amenities block & coin operated washers & dryers. Fires are permitted in certain areas, with seven (7) BBQ's available for campers.
The transportable / donger style accommodation is available for long or short term bookings for tour group or for corporate clients. Each room has a single bed, cupboard and air conditioner. Meals can be provided.
This is an opportunity to secure a unique piece of Australian History.
A Lifestyle Business Opportunity.
Nett Profit approx $400,000 pa
Owner says SELL !
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER
For further information and a full Information Pack please contact us via the Make Enquiry button or alternatively directly Grant Freeman – 07 4055 3278 (Intl +61 7 4055 3278)
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An opportunity to secure both Freehold & Business to this unique Historic Tourism Icon. A 'compulsory' tourist stop at the Gateway to Cape York located 30km south of Cooktown. Accessible either by one of the most beautiful 4WD tracks in Australia from Cairns past Port Douglas, Cape Tribulation and Bloomfield to the Lions Den (205km), or a short 5km detour on an easy 2WD dirt road off the fully sealed new inland main road from Cairns to Cooktown (305km).
The Lions Den Hotel has enjoyed a rich history since 1875. A landmark hotel with a wood & iron construction, famous for it's quirky decorations and walls adorned with visitors signatures. It is one of only a few remaining genuine Australian bush pubs being over 100 years old.
Wonderfully situated on 2.745 Ha (6.78 Acres) in a lush valley on the banks of the the Little Annan river ; fresh water supply to Cooktown. Offering 60 bed accommodation from Hotel rooms, Safari Lodges and transportables. In addition the majority of the property is camping grounds wiht powered sites.Enjoy the natural swimming holes in the fresh water river and the beautiful grounds all watched over carefully by the mysterious Black Mountain, or use the Lions Den as a base to explore the region.
The Den provides fabulous food during opening hours & has a souvenir store on premise. Unleaded petrol, Diesel and Gas refills are available as well.
If you do some outback traveling you will come across pubs that can be hundreds of kilometres from the nearest town or population. The expression "build it and they will come" definitely applies here and it is approximately 30km to Cooktown.
FUNCTIONS
Ability to cater for larger groups and functions, breakfast, lunch, dinner and morning & afternoon teas. Catering to on-site guests such as tour groups or film crews. On and off premise Liquor licence.
THE SURROUNDING REGION
The surrounding area abounds with natural beauty including the mysterious Black Mountains, the Great Barrier Reef, Elim Sands, Cedar Bay National Park, Split Rock, the Daintree, the Bloomfield Falls and Threvathin Falls to name just a few. The area is also steeped in history having Captain Cook land in Cooktown in 1770 to carry out repairs to the Endeavour, then a hundred years later gold was discovered on the Palmer River bring thousands of people to the area.
Activities in the area include canoeing the Wallaby Creek, Bushwalking the many tracks, Picnicking under a Waterfall, Deep Sea or Estuary Fishing, Having a Beer, Swimming in the many Fresh Water Holes, Horse Riding on the Beach, Scenic Flight over the Reef, Visiting a Museum, Looking at all the Aboriginal Art, Sailing, Wildlife and Bird watching, Croc spotting, Golf or just relax in a superb setting!
ACCOMMODATION
There is a variety of accommodation : Safari Lodges, Transportables, Hotel Rooms & Camp grounds.
The Safari Lodges are essentially huge canvas tents raised up on a timber platform. There are different configurations with the lodges.
Renovated amenities block & coin operated washers & dryers. Fires are permitted in certain areas, with seven (7) BBQ's available for campers.
The transportable / donger style accommodation is available for long or short term bookings for tour group or for corporate clients. Each room has a single bed, cupboard and air conditioner. Meals can be provided.
This is an opportunity to secure a unique piece of Australian History.
A Lifestyle Business Opportunity.
Nett Profit approx $400,000 pa
Owner says SELL !
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER
For further information and a full Information Pack please contact us via the Make Enquiry button or alternatively directly Grant Freeman – 07 4055 3278 (Intl +61 7 4055 3278)
Click on icon to download PDF document (Adobe Reader Required)