Busy Marulan butcher's shop business for sale

75 George Street, Marulan$620,000-$660,000
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 parking space

A Marulan butcher’s shop that has been continuously operated since the late 1800s offers a great business and lifestyle for a young entrepreneur.

Butcher and owner David Chambers, 69, is preparing to hang up his meat cleaver after 43 years in the trade with 24 of them behind the counter of this much-loved community hub, about 30 kilometres east of Goulburn.

“Someone who’s young, energetic with great ideas and a friendly personality will do well – we get business from all around the region, including restaurants and hotels,” David says.

“We’re famous for our beef, steaks and sausages – gluten-free and full of all the good stuff.”

The property, dating back to about the 1870s, is located on George Street in a high foot-traffic area.

There are about 80 square metres of ground floor, fitted-out retail space on more than 1800 square metres of land with sub-division potential.

The block has dual street access and comes with a two-bedroom cottage with kitchen, bathroom and lounge room with its own garden area. The cottage is rented out at $275 per week.

Internally, the shop comprises a counter area, cool room, large work space and a storage room with extra cool rooms out the back. There is also ample car parking to the rear.

“We service all the neighbouring villages and townlets. We’re also the first stop to supply field days, barbecues and picnics,” David says.

“We’ve got a wide range of customers – from retired Supreme Court judges to septic tank cleaners.”

Dave says someone who genuinely likes people and is prepared to work hard will fit in well with the local community.

“It’s a great area and people are very welcoming. The butcher’s shop has a long, long history here and I’m sure the locals would like to see that continue,” he says.

Raine and Horne Bowral agent Geoff Newling says the property is suitable for retail and any type of small to medium business.

“It’s a great opportunity to take over a very busy business with a reputation for quality meats throughout the Southern highlands, supplying many of the top hospitality venues in the area,” he says.

Marulan has enjoyed a revitalisation in recent years with new coffee shops and cafes providing a welcome break off the Hume Highway for travellers.

“There’s also been land releases with new sub-divisions – the area is benefiting from its proximity to Goulburn and to Sydney,” Geoff says.

Agent: Geoff Newling, 0406 791 318, Raine and Horne, Bowral. Inspect: By appointment.