Jon Armstrong
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"With 40 years combined experience in the motel industry"

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Although the properties featured on this web-page may not be identified, such information is readily available on enquiry.

More listings are available for most South Island destinations including some confidential listings we are unable to advertise.

We welcome enquiries concerning motels that appear on this web page as being "Under Offer" if they are of particular interest.


Rare Freehold Going Concern on Current Motel Market
Options...Opportunity...Post February Earthquake Business is booming

  • Tidy spacious 10 unit motel complex on valuable 1,839m2 site.
  • 4 x studio, 4 x 1 bedroom and 2 x 2 bedroom self contained units.
  • Popular 3 star plus quality with extensive refurbishment completed.
  • Stand alone three bedroom owners residence with good private living inside and out.
  • Sound, attractive, "peace of mind" concrete block construction.
  • Excellent cashflow and occupancy now being achieved with a potentially huge profit to follow.
  • Long term options abound with this exciting business and investment opportunity.
  • Enjoy as is or upgrade further, extend (subject to consent), alternative usage, redevelop etc, etc.
  • Located on a main arterial road which has become one of Christchurch's commercial hubs.
  • Price - $1,300,000.  Enquire now.
  • Reference No. LH


 
Blenheim - Larger Impressive FHGC Opportunity!  
  • Prime strategic State Highway 1 location on Picton/Inter Island Ferry route.
  • 10-15 minutes walk to town centre, adjacent to quality restaurant, handy to tavern/bistro and other eateries.
  • Spacious garden and lawn setting with in-ground swimming pool, sauna, recreation/play area and barbeque.
  • Currently 21 ground floor units consisting of 6 x studio, 4 x 1 bdrm and 11 x 2 bdrm on approx. 7000m2.
  • Plus 8 new units built to a high specification. Completed complex is 29 units.
  • All units are spacious, and well presented being fully self-contained, 4 with spa baths.
  • Excellent refurbished private 3/4 bedroom owners residence.
  • Turnover, occupancy and returns are impressive, showing steady growth.
  • Enquire now - Price Freehold Going Concern $4,300,000.
  • Reference No. FH518


The Lease of this motel is also available separately -  refer "Leases Over $600,000"

Be part of this prosperous town with it's close proximity to extensive wine producing areas, the  Marlborough Sounds and the North/South Inter Island ferry service.  Having excellent facilities and shopping, Blenheim is a proven pleasant destination with ever increasing popularity for overseas and domestic tourists alike, to compliment a busy commercial sector.


Lake Brunner Motel and Golf Course
No longer a West Coast secret!
Unique Freehold Going Concern Lifestyle Opportunity Priced to Sell

  • Appealing modern established business in spectacular setting.

  • Prominent main road location...just 2km from settlement.
  • Magnificent scenic reserve backdrop with river views.
  • Immaculately presented landscaped 7.5 hectare site.
  • Near new quality complex including six superior studio motel units.
  • Large common room with conference facilities.
  • Versatile spacious 3 bedroom owners accommodation.
  • Substantial modern garaging/boat shed/storage facilities.
  • A maturing 9 hole golf course that's well laid out and maintained.
  • Extensive quality chattels including full course requirements.
  • Huge potential upside for an owner operator.
  • Recent supporting valuation available.
  • Enquire Now - Price FHGC $1,150,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference  FH517


 
Hanmer Springs, North Canterbury
Huge 4683m2 Site...Seriously for sale
  • Options Galore - Potential Abounds!
  • Sound motel business currently, but....
  • Possible subdivision, more units, redevelopment....!
  • Elevated landscaped site with fantastic views.
  • 10 units - 3 x chalets, 1 x studio, 4 x 1 bedroom, 2 x 3 bedroom.
  • Separate spacious 4 bedroom owners residence.
  • All maintained and presented to a high standard.
  • A true chance to purchase a piece of paradise in this tourist mecca with a great future just 90 minutes from Christchurch.
  • An early enquiry is recommended.
  • Price - Freehold Going Concern $1,280,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference FH515
  • Also available as a Lease or Land & Buildings Investment. Please refere appropriate sections of this website.


Blenheim - Marlborough    
A Genuine Top Performing FHGC Opportunity..... 
  • In the heart of the wine country.
  • Great street profile in excellent main road location.
  • Close to CBD on ferry traffic route - Highway 1.
  • 12 established, well presented, refurbished units.
  • Good mix of studio, one and two bedroom options.
  • Spacious site including private 3 bedroom owners residence.
  • Excellent client base of tourist and business guests.
  • Impressive.....occupancy, turnover and profit.....won't disappoint!
  • Large site with further development options.
  • A motel that ticks all the boxes.....with a great future.
  • Price - Freehold going concern $2,300,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1242

Be part of this prosperous town with it's close proximity to extensive wine producing areas, the  Marlborough Sounds and the North/South Inter Island ferry service.  Having excellent facilities and shopping, Blenheim is a proven pleasant destination with ever increasing popularity for overseas and domestic tourists alike, to compliment a busy commercial sector.


 
Hokitika - West Coast
Quietly enchanting......uniquely West Coast themed motel.

  • All the hard work is completed.......
  • 9 new or refurbished units.
  • Qualmark 3 Star Plus rated.
  • Member of popular Golden Chain Group.
  • Plans and consent for 10th unit available.
  • Excellent new marketing in place.
  • Impressive turnover growth with further potential.
  • Spacious sunny 3 bdrm owners residence.
  • Few such opportunities still exist.....
  • Price - Freehold going concern $835,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1029


Hanmer Springs - Nth Canterbury (approx. 90 minutes north of Christchurch)

A unique opportunity to purchase this substantial freehold going concern motel.

  • Options abound for an astute purchaser!
  • Spacious 2,580m2 site.
  • Easy walk to all amenities including shops, cafes and thermal pools.
  • 20 tidy, well presented studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units and conference facilities. 
  • 3 bedroom owner/managers unit and reception.
  • Uniquely designed and built from local larch forest timbers including substantial covered parking.
  • An opportunity to untap this motels true potential while having a substantial investment in land and buildings in this fast appreciating location.
  • Motel freehold going concern  - Price on application - motivated vendor!.
  • Reference No. 1132

                                                                   Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve


 
Ashburton, Mid-Canterbury    SOLD
Ideal One Partner...Semi-Retired...Lifestyle...Options Galore!
  • Be part of this prosperous, booming rural town.
  • A boutique motel with vendors wishing to retire.
  • Excellent location on busy street, close to town centre.
  • Attractive smaller complex in garden setting.
  • All ground floor units with good street profile.
  • 5 spacious well presented self contained units.
  • 2 x studio, 1 x 1 bedroom and 2 x 2 bedroom units.
  • Substantial standalone 2 storey, 4 bedroom owners residence.
  • A profitable easily operated motel option.
  • Price - FHGC $645,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference FH706
 

Kaikoura - A huge investment in land and buildings
  • Prime Esplanade waterfront site of almost 2,900m2.
  • High profile location with magnificent sea and mountain vistas.
  • 13 units with separate 3 bedroom owners residence.
  • Consent for 7 additional units in place.
  • Trading strongly with incredible further potential.
  • A fantastic investment in this area....looking to the future!
  • Price - Freehold Going Concern $2,500,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1133


 
Christchurch - Near New Luxury Complex
SOLD
  • 15 units on main arterial road, close to city.
  • 3 bedroom spacious owners apartment.
  • Expressions of interest sought for this superior motel.
  • Price - Freehold Going Concern $2,500,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1131

 
 

A Spectacular Option - Franz Josef Glacier - West Coast

  • A unique opportunity.....something different.....but very special!
  • Modern luxury Lodge in majestic mountain setting with stunning views.
  • Providing an unrivalled refined hospitality experience in this location.
  • 8,313 sq. metre site fronting State Highway 6 - main tourist route.
  • Handy to central Franz and its numerous attractions.
  • A substantially upgraded complex including superior chattels, fixtures and fittings.
  • Large spacious guests lounge providing an unrivalled relaxed atmosphere.
  • Full size snooker table and feature gas fireplace typifies the standard and quality throughout.
  • Separate owners 2 bedroom cottage plus small flat in main complex.
  • Current clientele is the discerning top end of the market bed and breakfast guest.
  • It's rare for such a property to become available...so enquire now.
  • Price - Negotiate over $2,500,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1211


Punakaiki - West Coast
A stunning unique location...a truly rare opportunity...with undoubted potential!  Options to develop further or simply enjoy this sound business and great lifestyle.

  • A long held family "jewel in the crown" property.
  • High profile location on State Highway 6 in quiet bush environment.
  • At the doorstep to the spectacular Paparoa National Park.
  • Handy to renowned tourist attraction - Punakaiki's  Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.
  • Magnificent coastal scenery from elevated 5,893 m2 site.
  • Currently 8 self contained units with separate owners residence.
  • 5 x studio with bush surrounded deck; 2 x 1 bedroom units and 3 bedroom cottage.
  • Well maintained throughout, catering for groups, families and tourists alike.
  • Development options exist to increase unit numbers to meet seasonal demand.
  • Enquire now to save disappointment!!!
  • Price - Freehold Going Concern $1,600,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1181


 
Waimate - South Canterbury
Holiday Park - A Truly Rural Experience with Income.
  • Mild climate, magnificent ocean and bush views...a slice of paradise.
  • An appealing year round park established 11 years ago by the current owners.
  • Currently catering for 128 people with further development options.
  • Pleasant, spacious, quiet setting handy to well serviced township.
  • A good mix of tourist flats, standard cabins, on-site caravans, powered and non-powered sites.
  • All well presented complimented by a modern ablution block, communal kitchen and laundry.
  • Feature all-weather BBQ centre seating up to 30 people.
  • A new resource consent allows expansion to cabins and tourist flats.
  • Excellent repeat clientele compliments good website, information centre and travel guide promotions.
  • This great lifestyle, easily managed park and sound business...can be tailored to your requirements.
  • If this unique opportunity appeals enquire now.
  • Price - FHGC $880,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1169


Te Anau - Prime Location

We are pleased to offer a substantial freehold motel property that has been in family ownership for many years. Reluctantly the owners now offer the property and business for sale. The site comprises more than 5800m2 and includes three motel blocks and owners residence. Location is within an easy stroll to the lakefront and village and the property definitely has potential for further development. It is not often that properties of this scale and potential are available therefore our recommendation is that those with genuine interest act without delay.
Asking Price - By Negotiation over $1.5 million plus GST.
Reference No. 1165




 
Te Anau - Lifestyle or Development Opportunity?
Here is an excellent opportunity to secure a small freehold motel with plenty of land to build more units and a very good business that can provide a secure income and return on investment. The location is within easy walking distance of the lakefront and village and the property with over 1500m2 is well proportioned to easily accommodate more units. The existing units were built with spacious room and every guest comfort. Although they could be refurbished and modernised, at present they provide good clean comfortable accommodation. At the entrance to Fiordland National Park Te Anau is very much part of the tourism circuit and will continue to attract increasing tourist numbers.
Asking Price - by negotiation - we will present all reasonable offers.
Reference No. 1160
 

Te Anau - Southland - Motor Inn
Top Location...Substantial Site...56 Rooms...Impressive Figures
  • At the hub of the spectacular Fiordland National Park.
  • Nearly 7,000 m2 site, handy to park, Lake and town centre.
  • Unique pioneer village exterior facade belies modern facilities.
  • 56 refurbished studio, deluxe rooms and family suites.
  • In-house guests restaurant and lounge bar with feature stone fireplace.
  • Near new spacious 3 bdrm house allowing various management options.
  • Member of very successful major hotel chain.
  • Excellent client mix underpinned by strong tour group agreements.
  • Impressive turnover and profit with further potential for growth.
  • A truly desirable opportunity with a sound future for the astute owner operator or investor.
  • Enquire now.  Price - Freehold Going Concern $4,900,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1155


Entry Level Invercargill FHGC Opportunity  SOLD
  • Be part of this very prosperous southern city's future.
  • Established business with good potential to improve.
  • Quiet location, only 500 metres to town centre.
  • Handy to Queens Park, Museum, Workingmen's Club and Information Centre.
  • Neat tidy well maintained 9 unit complex.
  • 8 ground floor well presented centrally heated units.
  • Plus adjacent 3 bedroom house on separate title.
  • 5 x studio (1 spa bath unit), 2 x 1 bdrm, 1 x 2 bdrm & 1 x 3 bdrm.
  • Separate spacious 3 bedroom owners home.
  • Sound year round turnover and occupancy.
  • Few options available at this price!
  • Price - Freehold Going Concern $770,000 plus GST if any.
  • Reference No. 1152


Te Anau - Southland - Private Lodge
Wonderful Lifestyle Business

Here is a great opportunity for those seeking a lifestyle business in tourism hospitality. A chalet style home of generous proportions provides an excellent residence and the property includes two as new motel style units, another fully self contained apartment and two private guest rooms. All guest accommodation is very tastefully furnished and accordingly the Lodge attracts excellent patronage from visitors to the Fiordland region. The business can be operated to meet the needs of the owners. Our vendors choose to operate through the summer months only and enjoy the fruits of their modest efforts travelling during the off season! A change in circumstances has forced the owners to reluctantly now offer the business for sale as they contemplate moving north
Price - Freehold Going Concern $675,000 plus GST if any.
Reference No. 1159


 
Dunedin - A genuine unique opportunity in the    SOLD
Dunedin accommodation sector
  • A little bit of class in this historic accommodation complex.
  • Minutes from CBD and numerous attractions.
  • Completely refurbished to a high standard in the last two years.
  • Future potential is enormous for a new owner/operator.
  • A versatile mix of large units, studio's and shared facilities rooms.
  • Ideal for groups, small conferences, families, business and tourists.
  • 2 spacious 2 bedroom & 3 bedroom self-contained units.
  • 7 motel units with kitchen, en-suite and Sky TV.
  • 6 bed & breakfast rooms with tea/coffee making facilities, fridge & Sky TV.
  • Spacious guests lounge, conference room/facilities and two attractive courtyards.
  • All ground floor accommodation with occupancy for over 50 guests in total.
  • Comfortable owners/managers accommodation.
  • Excellent website and marketing in place.
  • Excellent location, top presentation, well priced.......completes this package!
  • An early enquiry is recommended.
  • Price - Freehold Going Concern $1,200,000....motivated Vendor.
  • Reference No. 1130


This property is also available for lease.  Please refer "Leases Under $600,000" section.


 
Nelson - City
Huge inner city site with redevelopment options - over 2,600m2.
  • Plans and consents available for viewing to qualified enquiries.
  • Excellent Ajax Avenue location.
  • Central picturesque site adjacent to peaceful Maitai River.
  • 200 metres to city centre, cafes and restaurants.
  • Currently 13 well appointed north facing units.
  • 4 x 2 bedroom; 5 x 1 bedroom and 4 x studio units.
  • Comfortable spacious owners residence.
  • A genuine investment in prime real estate!
  • Price - Offers Sought.
  • Reference No. 1099


 

Coastal Otago - Catlins, Lodge & Holiday Park 
Offering campsites, affordable backpacker & hotel rooms but the options are numerous!
Exclusive Lodge?...Quality Backpackers?...Health Retreat?...

This opportunity is now available to secure a unique and substantial property in an area fast capturing the interest of the tourism sector.  The property offers several possibilities to purchasers looking to build and develop accommodation interests in a setting that is unparalleled.  The 1.7 hectares elevated site includes accommodation for up to 100 guests, spacious dining, reading and recreation rooms.  Our vendors have in part upgraded the facilities and provided an excellent platform for new owners to establish and build an outstanding tourism accommodation business just 90 minutes from Dunedin.
Price - For Sale by Deadline Private Treaty.  All realistic offers considered.
Reference No. 1065
 


Punakaiki, West Coast - Modern Tavern/Bistro/Motel
One of New Zealand's tourist icons with over 500,000 visitors per year viewing the famous Pancake Rocks and Blow Holes situated halfway between Westport and Greymouth.
  • Be part of this rugged scenic coast location!
  • Adjacent to Paparoa National Park.
  • Prime State Hwy 6 location.
  • Full bar and bistro.
  • 9 modern motel units.
  • Separate 2 bedroom owners residence.
  • Outdoor theme beer garden.
  • 2 minutes walk to beach and river.
  • Substantial turnover with little competition.
  • Price Freehold Going Concern - $2,700,000
  • Reference No. 1136


Nelson - Substantial Motor Inn
If you are looking for a major stake in the domestic and international tourist market, complimented by a significant corporate & family clientele base, then we recommend an early enquiry with regards to this landmark Nelson property.
  • Opportunities of this size, caliber and potential rarely become available.
  • Prime 8,264 m2 site close to city centre.
  • Currently the business includes: restaurant, bar & conference facilities.
  • Complimenting 76 new or refurbished hotel and motel rooms/units.
  • Plus modern restaurant, bar, laundry and managers residence.
  • Plus further plans/consents and permits for 8 more units in place.
  • Price - $12,250,000
  • Plus adjacent properties available for further development options if required.
  • Reference No. 1139


Kaikoura - Motivated Vendor will consider property swap
and/or generous vendor finance.
  • 12 luxury units and owners residence to be built.
  • Good unit mix.  Superior features including spa baths.
  • Spacious, north-east facing, 1600 square metre section.
  • Prime high profile main road (State Highway 1) location.
  • Short walk to town centre, restaurants and attractions.
  • Projected opening 2010.
  • New motel to be similar.
    Purchase Options - Your Choice!
  • Lease (built and chatteled) - $595,000
  • Or freehold going concern - $2,395,000
    All prices plus GST if any.  
  • Kaikoura is a rapidly growing prosperous tourist destination, centrally located between Picton and Christchurch, on the East Coast of the South Island.  The township, despite numerous recreation options, is most famously known as the "whale watching Capital of NZ".

    Reference No. 1141


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    Mainland Real Estate MREINZ
    P O Box 8229
    Riccarton
    Christchurch
    New Zealand

    Jon Armstrong - 0800 555 370 (NZ only)
    Mobile Phone: 0274 555 370
    International: #64 274 555 370

    David Armstrong - 0800 156 780 (NZ only)
    Mobile Phone: 027 290 6055
    International: #64 27 290 6055

    Fax: #64 3 358 8913 or #64 3 347 4942

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