Resort Motel Business For Sale
Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, New Zealand



The only motel in Akaroa on the waters edge

Situated in a spacious garden setting right at the edge of the harbour, Akaroa Waterfront Motels are simply perfect for family holidays or for couples requiring a relaxing break in peaceful surroundings.

Akaroa Waterfront Motels offer:

• Spectacular location.
• The only motels in Akaroa on the waters edge.
• Peace, tranquillity and stunning views over the Akaroa Harbour.
• Kayaks for guests to explore Akaroa Harbour– the Motel has its own private jetty.
• Central Akaroa location near historic French buildings, art and craft shops, and some of the finest dining that Canterbury has to offer.

Beautiful Akaroa Harbour and the picturesque township of Akaroa

Akaroa is steeped in history. It is the site of the only settlement by the French in New Zealand and several streets have French names. They came because of the safe harbour (actually the remnant crater of an ancient volcano) but colonisation was difficult because of the British and the steep and arid landscape.

Today, Akaroa is a popular resort town with colonial buildings, cafes, restaurants, and boutique shopping. The scenic drive from Christchurch (82 km) provides breath-taking views over the harbour and bays. A steady stream of tourists come all through the year but, in summer, Akaroa reaches bursting point with a temporary population that can exceed 7,000 people.

Akaroa Waterfront Motels has come on to the market as a going concern business. This spacious 24 unit complex is presented in immaculate condition and is returning a net profit of 34%. It occupies arguably the best site in Akaroa with immediate harbour access and awesome water views. If you have a background in the hospitality industry and are looking for a busy motel, seriously consider what Akaroa Waterfront Motels has to offer.

Qualmark 3 Star Plus accommodation in scenic Akaroa

Akaroa Waterfront Motels comprise two motels - Driftwood and Wai-iti - that are separated by a small stream. The combined property offers a total of 24 one, two and three bedroom family units:

• Driftwood - 12 ground floor and first floor units sleeping 1-4 people, located right on the waters edge and all with stunning water views
• Wai-iti - 12 x 1, 2 and 3 bedroom family units set at right angles to the waters edge. While most Wai-iti units see the water, only the upstairs units have spectacular water views.

24 ground floor and first floor units, most with harbour views

• Fully equipped kitchens (16 x ovens, 8 x hobs (new), 12 x microwave ovens), all with refrigerators, toasters, cutlery, crockery, tables and chairs.
• Bedrooms are fitted variously with Queen beds (24), double beds (2), single beds (28), and pull-out sofas (6). All beds are fitted with electric blankets.

Quality Motel furnishings and decor

• Bathrooms are separate and contain shower, vanity and toilet.
• Unit furnishings are to a high standard and include coffee table, lounge chairs, sofa, electric heating, television with 3 SKY channels (LCD screens in 8 units), DVD and wireless Internet, video player, and a clock radio.

Newly refurbished kitchen and flat panel television

Guest services

• Continental breakfasts available.
• Private spa in a tropical setting.
• Boats and kayaks for hire.
• Guest laundry with 3 washers and 3 driers.
• Large park-like grounds.
• Portable gas barbecues.
• DVD’s and videos for hire.
• Parking for 24 cars plus space for boat trailers.

Leasehold premises

Akaroa Waterfront Motels comprise the Driftwood and the Wai-Iti Motels, both located at 56-64 Rue Jolie in Akaroa but separated by the small Balguerie Stream. The property (0.39 hectares) includes motel units, owner-manager house, off-road parking, and landscaped gardens.

Buildings are constructed of low maintenance concrete block walls on concrete floors, aluminium joinery, and with an iron roof. Interior walls lined with plasterboard (painted) and the floors have carpet and vinyl coverings. The whole complex was repainted in January 2007.

The property has two offices – one outside for check-ins and check-outs, and one inside the house. There is also a laundry for towels and pillow cases, an owner’s garage and ample storage space. As part of the ongoing maintenance plan, eight units were refurbished in 2007, including new furniture.

Owner's residence
The property includes a 3-4 bedroom house with two bathrooms, an office and lots of storage.

Assets being sold

A complete list of lessee fittings, fixtures and chattels is available.

Day to day management

Business Hours:
Monday to Sunday – 7.30 am to 9.30 pm.

Staff:
Akaroa Waterfront Motels are operated by the two owners with assistance from 4-6 casual staff.

Customer Database:
Customers are recorded in the RoomSoft Hospitality program, details to be provided with the business sale.

Reservation Freephone:
Reservations ONLY freephone 0508 928 373 (0508 WATERFRONT)

Advertising and Promotion:
The business advertises through roadside signage, listings in White and Yellow pages, and through advertisements in Travel Guides (AA and Jasons). Many tourists come via the business web site http://www/akaroawaterfront.co.nz with Secure Booking Form. Akaroa Waterfront Motels are also well represented in local Information centres and with online booking sites like WOTIF.

The Motels enjoy a large percentage of return visitors, particularly from Christchurch.

Call Chris on +64 3 304 7484

Historic Akaroa and big-city Christchurch

Akaroa is an historic French and British settlement on the shores of Akaroa Harbour, the sunken crater of one of the ancient volcanos that created Banks Peninsular.

Akaroa village is famous for its colonial architecture, craft stores, restaurants and cafés. It is also famous for its harbour cruises and stunning marine life including its population of Hectors Dolphins. The Hectors Dolphin is the world's smallest and rarest dolphin. There are commercial operators for everyone including wildlife cruises, sailing, swimming with the dolphins, boat hire and sea kayaking. Other adventures include farm visits and tours to seal and penguin colonies.

The Banks Peninsula Track (4 days, 4 bays) is New Zealand's original private walking track. This self guided walk starts in Akaroa, climbs up and over the crater rim surrounding Akaroa Harbour and then descends through native forest to the Pacific Coast. It follows the dramatic coastline, via cliff tops, rocky bays and sandy beaches back to Akaroa. Small daily numbers, delightful accommodation, great facilities, and spectacular views make this walk one of the most enjoyable in New Zealand.

Other guided walks take visitors through historic Akaroa with its colonial architecture, with a morning or afternoon tea stops at a local cafe or historic homes.

Christchurch is the international gateway to the South Island. Tourists staying in the city take day tours to Akaroa and then come back for longer stays. Many others come to Akaroa as the grand finale to their New Zealand holiday. Once they have seen the beauty and tranquility of Akaroa they stay on for extra nights to wind-down before flying out from Christchurch.

To find out more about Akaroa and Christchurch, click on:

http://www.akaroa.com/
http://www.canterburycat.co.nz/
http://www.bankspeninsula.info/
http://www.swimmingwithdolphins.co.nz/
http://www.sealtours.co.nz/
http://www.akaroafoxsail.co.nz/
http://www.akaroafestival.org.nz/
http://www.christchurch.org.nz/
http://www.christchurchnz.com/