BOOKSHOP WITH ACCOMMODATION FREEHOLD BUSINESS FOR SALE - BALLARAT - VIC


$1.15 Million


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Ballarat, VIC, 3350, Australia

THIS PROFITABLE BUSINESS OFFERS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY ON ONE OF BALLARAT’S HISTORIC PROPERTIES

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS:

  • “The Known World Bookshop” is considered one of Victoria’s most beautiful and eclectic bookshops with the potential for dual income streams
  • It is renowned for its beautiful collection of books and quirky ambience and was described as “A little spot of brilliance in the universe” by one regular
  • The historic 3-storey 1870’s redbrick building is situated on the centrally located Main Road – one of Ballarat’s most historical streets
  • There’s also potential to grow this popular second-hand bookshop online
  • Currently about 30% of sales come via ABE books, an eBay Online Bookshop and phone with approx. 70% through the shop
  • Ideally would suit book lovers or the astute investor
  • No specialist knowledge required
  • Live onsite, rent out the apartment, open a B&B or add a funky café to this already successful business

BUSINESS DETAILS:

  • Trading in Ballarat and district for 22 years 
  • Loyal customer base  
  • Hand-curated collection of books – History, the Arts, Literature, Children’s books and much, much more 
  • Located in the historic Bakery Hill precinct (site of the Eureka Rebellion of 1857) 
  • Precinct includes Ballarat’s award-winning Mr Jones Restaurant, a busy antiques shop, popular vintage clothes emporium, and a second-hand collective 
  • Close to 2 major supermarkets and Sturt Street (Ballarat’s main boulevard)
  • Bookshop occupies the ground floor and basement – with working fireplace
  • Basement has access to the outside patio and decking – Al fresco dining area at the rear
  • Secure off-street parking for 1 vehicle with remote roller door access 
  • Storage room (with built in wood-fired pizza oven) and kitchenette (stainless steel sink and benchtops, additional handwashing station and coving) 
  • The kitchen also meets council requirements for food handling premises to be added
  • Shop would benefit from a dedicated website  
  • Potential to also sell fine prints and artworks 
  • Maintenance kept up to the highest standards
  • Onsite training in all aspects of business operation, database management and processing internet orders provided
  • Figures available TAP on NDA
  • https://www.facebook.com/theknownworldbookshop/

BUSINESS INCLUSIONS:

  • Fully self-contained 1-bedroom apartment with rear access, al fresco dining area, built in wood-fired pizza oven
  • Handcrafted and finished custom bookshelves with handcrafted timber overhead lighting 
  • Antique display cabinets – Antique cash register – Numerous antique lamps 
  • Stools – steps – library ladder – free standing bookshelves 
  • Comprehensive database  
  • All books

    WALK IN WALK OUT FREEHOLD INCLUDES SAV

    Contact Details

    [0438] 412670

    Country Australia
    State/Province Victoria
    Address Ballarat, VIC, 3350, Australia