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Luxury Bed & Breakfast Business For Sale Rotorua, New Zealand

The Perfect Choice Committed vendor, willing to negotiate Clover Downs Estate is a 5-star accredited luxury Bed & Breakfast accommodation just 15 minutes drive north of Rotorua city centre. This unique "get away" retreat is situated on a deer and ostrich farm with magnificent views over rural farmland and Lake Rotorua. Clover Downs Estate offers the discerning traveller a place of tranquillity where they can unwind and rediscover the simple pleasures in life. Clover Downs Estate comprises a substantial brick and tile residence sited on 2.57 hectares of rolling pasture land. This country residence offers a choice of 4 beautifully appointed king-size bedrooms with ensuites and an owner's master bedroom, also with an ensuite bathroom. Other rooms include a modern kitchen with family-breakfast room, office, library and laundry. There is also a guest dining room and a guest lounge.  Clover Downs Estate was developed by the present owners, Lyn and Lloyd Ferris, to cater for the upper end of the B&B market. No expense has been spared and these Boutique Lodgings are in great demand by International travellers wanting luxury accommodation in relaxed rural surroundings. Other income is also derived from farming deer and ostrich on the balance of the property. Rotorua is one of the best known tourist destinations in New Zealand and the third most visited by overseas travellers. The area has something for everyone including geysers, mud pools and the whole geothermal experience along with Maori culture, prime trout fishing and lots of activities and attractions from sightseeing to adrenalin pumping adventure options. Rotorua is also an important Conference Centre for both national and international meetings. The owners of Clover Downs Estate wish to retire from business life and have put their successful B&B business on to the market. All the hard work has been done from exquisite and tasteful furnishings to extensive marketing of the business in Travel Guides and on the Internet. The reputation of Clover Downs Estate has spread far and wide and return custom is now an important element of the marketing mix. If you are looking for an exceptional home and income business close to a major tourist city, look no further than Clover Downs Estate at Rotorua. Clover Downs Estate offers luxury country accommodation The four spacious suites are individually decorated and furnished with designer fabrics and have every facility consistent with a "home away from home" environment. Going Flying Room: - King-size bed and double sofa bed, sleeping up to 3 persons
- Lounge area with 29 inch TV, video and mini stereo system
- Ensuite bathroom with shower and vanity
- Magnificent rural and Lake Rotorua views
 Governor's Suite: - Californian king-size bed or twin single beds, sleeping up to 3 persons
- Lounge area with 29 inch TV, video and mini stereo system -
for an image, see http://www.cloverdowns.co.nz/ - Ensuite bathroom with bath, shower and dual vanity
- Enjoy breathtaking rural and Lake Rotorua views
Gone Fishing Room: - Californian king-size bed or twin single beds, and or 1 or 2 extra single beds, sleeping up to 4 persons
- Lounge area with 29 inch TV, video and mini stereo system.
- Ensuite bathroom with shower and vanity
- Wonderful views of the deer and ostrich farm
The Rose Room: - Californian king-size bed or twin single beds, sleeping up to 2 persons
- Lounge area with 25 inch TV, video and mini stereo system
- Ensuite bathroom with shower and vanity
- Fantastic garden and farm views.
 All four suites include tea and coffee facilities, refrigerator, small mini bar with beer and wine, ironing facilities, telephone, ceiling fans and an electric heater. The private ensuite bathroom in each bedroom comes complete with complimentary Crichton James toiletries, bathrobes, and hairdryer. Each suite also has an individual outdoor deck with sweeping views. Guest Services: - Continental breakfast, separate guest lounge
- Rooms serviced daily, laundry facilities
- Telephone and fax services, wireless Internet available
- Secure off street parking
- Children's play area, barbecue area
- Spa pool, petanque court
- Complimentary deer and ostrich farm tour
Freehold property overlooking Lake Rotorua The 2.57 hectare property is located at 175 Jackson Road, at the north end of Lake Rotorua. The substantial residence (590 square metres) is positioned to capture views of the rural landscape and also views of Lake Rotorua.  The residence is constructed of low maintenance concrete floor, brick walls, aluminium joinery and concrete tile roof. Interior walls are painted or wall papered and floor coverings include slate, carpet and vinyl. The house offers 4 guest suites, guest dining room and lounge. Other family rooms include kitchen, breakfast room, separate office, library, laundry and owner's master bedroom. There is an separate garage for 2 cars and lots of car parking space for guest's cars. The property also has a 4 bay implement shed (6.3 x 17.8 metres) comprising concrete floor, corrugated steel cladding and roof. The property is fully fenced, has a deer race and shed, and a reticulated water supply from storage tanks. Chattels and farm buildings being sold
A full inventory of fittings and chattels being sold is available to interested buyers (inventory does not include original paintings, antique Knowle armchairs, some furniture and some electrical items). Main items being sold include: - Guest room furnishings (see above), beds (3 x Super King, 1 x King, 4 x Rollaway)
- Linen, electric blankets, blinds, curtains
- Furniture in the guest lounge, guest dining room, breakfast room, cutlery, crockery
- Library book case, wall unit
- Kitchen GEC ice-making refrigerator/freezer, freezer (2), Westinghouse double oven, microwave, dishwasher
- Office computer (2), printer (2), phone/fax machine, office furniture, filing cabinet (2)
- PABX system, Eftpos terminal, smoke detectors, sensor lighting, security system
- Laundry washing machine, dryer, air conditioning units (2)
- Light fittings, floor coverings, ceiling fans, heated towel rails, bathroom heat lamps
- Door and window fly screens, spa pool, gazebo, outdoor furniture
- Implement shed, deer race and shed, water supply and tanks
Day to day management at Clover Downs Estate
Business Hours: Normal B&B hours (check in after 3.00 pm, check out by 10.00 am). Staff: Clover Downs Estate is operated by the two owners with assistance from two "on-call" staff. If required, the present owners are available to assist the new owner, terms by arrangement. Customer Database: The business sale will include an up-to-date customer database, ideal for direct mailing to past visitors. All relevant catalogues, price lists and manuals will be included with the business sale. Grading: Clover Downs Estate is 5-star rated by Boutique Lodgings (www.lodgings.co.nz). Stock: Stock will include farm animals comprising a Wapiti stag, hinds (6), ostriches (2), sheep (8), and one ram. Advertising and Promotion: The business advertises via a listing in Telecom Yellow pages, through roadside signage and from advertisements in Accommodation Guide Books (Friars Guide to NZ for the Discerning Traveller, Charming Bed & Breakfast Book, NZ Bed & Breakfast Book, Boutique Lodgings of NZ, NZ AA Guide & B&B Book, and Selections). Others come from the business's Internet web sites www.cloverdowns.co.nz and www.accommodationinrotorua.co.nz. Other custom comes from repeat business and from recommendations from Tourism Rotorua, Travel Agents and from happy and satisfied guests. Call Lyn or Lloyd on +64 7 332 2366 (day) or 021 712 866 (any time) Rotorua is like no other place on earth Rotorua City is located on the southern shore of Lake Rotorua. This is an exciting city, with history, tradition and culture. The whole area is famous for its geothermal activity including boiling hot water and sulphur laden steam. Rotorua is a popular tourist destination with something for visitors of any age. Some of the more popular attractions within 3 to 20 minutes drive of Clover Downs Estate are: - Adventure - Horse Riding, The Zorb, Swoop & Bungy, Mountain Action 4 x 4 Farm Bike trails, Skyline Skyrides Gondola & Luge, Rafting & Kayaking, The Wall
- Nature - Hamurarna Springs, Rainbow Springs Nature Park, Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park, Redwood Forest walks,
- Sport - Trout Fishing (guides arranged) 4 Golf courses nearby, The Redwoods (walking, cycling and horse tracks)
- Kiwiana - Agrodome Farm Show, Rotorua Museum, NZ Farm Show, Kiwi Encounters
- Cultural - Te Puia Maori Culture Experience, traditional Maori Hangi, Personalised Tours arranged
- Geothermal - Hell’s Gate, Buried Village, Mt Tarawera Legacy, Polynesian Spa, Blue Baths, Volcanic Air Safari’s, Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
Rotorua also has an impressive array of cafe’s and restaurants that offer cuisine from all over the world. To find out more about Rotorua, click on these links: http://www.rotoruanz.com/ http://www.agrodome.co.nz/ http://www.geyserland.co.nz/ http://www.buriedvillage.co.nz/ http://www.skylineskyrides.co.nz/ http://www.maoriculture.co.nz/ http://www.nzmaori.co.nz/ http://www.whhs.school.nz/ http://www.waiariki.ac.nz/ |
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