Travel Tourism business for sale North West Waikato New Zealand

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Adventure Tourism Business and Rural Property For Sale

Pristine Farmland, Extensive Limestone Caves , Native Forest & Adventure Tourism Operation

“Where else can you find so much of New Zealand on just 100 acres – 90 minutes South of NZ’s Largest City”.

A Unique Opportunity All On One Property

Background

Adventure Waikato was established 12 years ago by Simon and Rosie Worsp on their sheep and cattle farm “Pipiwai Farm”.Today it is recognized by numerous corporate, school and family groups, as a valuable provider of safe, enjoyable and meaningful outdoor activity and team building programs.

Situated in North West Waikato (90 minutes South of Auckland and 55 minutes drive from Hamilton), Adventure Waikato has all the benefits of rural isolation while still being easily accessible for day or over night visits.

Buildings comprise of a self contained cottage, separate bunk rooms, a large conference/function room, utility sheds and an extensive outdoor dining/leisure area with a fireplace and fire bowl. Rolling farm land, beautiful native forest rock cliffs and a superb underground wonderland of limestone caves (approximately1.5km), are all naturally utilized for education, adventure and pleasure. Caving, abseiling, a 220m flying fox, rope crossings, swamp crossing and dog trials are just a few of the many activities available for personal challenge, fun or structured team benefits.

Location and Lifestyle

Adventure Waikato is within easy driving distance for over a quarter of New Zealand's population. With further investment in infrastructure and staff, the potential development of native tree planting and/or environmental care programs, it’s potential to become an exclusive destination is achievable.

Adventure Waikato is unique in that it offers exclusive use of its entire complex to include accommodation, conference facilities, self catering or catered food options, plus many exciting activities above or below ground, all on the one property. It operates under the financial umbrella of the farming operation of Pipiwai Farm and is owner operated. It employs a permanent administrative person, and part time staff is sourced from the local community when required.

Growth and Development

Due to client demand and significant business growth over the past few years, the accommodation for Adventure Waikato has been expanded to sleep 26 people and the conference facility significantly upgraded. The client base for Adventure Waikato has been developed along with an extensive website to include all information/packages on what Adventure Waikato has to offer. Adventure Waikato has been accredited with a Qualmark rating for Endorsed Visitor Activity and all safety audit/risk analysis and management systems are in place.

Facts Worth Noting

  • Auckland 90 mins.
  • Hamilton 55 mins.
  • Raglan 50 mins. – cafes, etc. Fast growing NZ seaside country town.
  • West Coast Beach 8 mins drive plus 25 mins walk.
  • White Bait Fishing and Kayaking 15 mins.
  • Te Akau Sports Complex 25 mins (9 hole golf, rugby, polo, tennis and bowls).
  • Waingaro Hot Springs 25 mins.
  • Primary School - Bus Service.

Adventure Waikato The Property - Above Ground

Comprising of:- Total Area 44.36 Hectares. (109.61 acres)

  • The Facilities – Accommodation, Conference, and grounds 1 ha. (2.471) acres. Cottage 3 bedrooms, adjacent two bunk rooms, conference room, ablution blocks and gear shed.
  • Rolling Pasture 18ha (44.47 acres) Pasture, broken gullies, large rocks, streams and trees 15.5ha (38.30 acres). Total of 4 paddocks, natural water.
  • 13 yr old G17 pine trees. Pruned to 6m and thinned to 300 stems per ha (approx.) 3.74ha (9.24 acres).
  • Native bush QEII covenant 6.16 ha (15.22 acres).

NB : These areas are approximate only; subject to final survey

Adventure Waikato The Property – Below Ground

Adventure Waikato offers approximately 1.5km of beautiful limestone caves. Easy access, featuring exquisite crystal formations and glowworms. There are 2 main caves, the Ruru Stalactite cave and the Glowworm Cave.

Adventure Waikato - The Business

Accommodation -

  • Self contained three bedroom cottage; Total of 10 beds, 2 showers, and 2 toilets.
  • Adjacent; two bunk rooms 8 beds to each. Total of 16 beds.
  • Access (wheel chair) ablution block; 3 showers 3 toilets.

Courtyard -

  • Two large Macrocarpa tables with large outdoor central fireplace.
  • Planted area with large fire bowl and seating.

Conference/Function Room -

  • Conference/Function Room 9 x 10m.
  • Coffee making area and sink bench.
  • Plenty of light and power points.

Utility Shed -

  • Storage of ropes, harnesses, helmets and torches.
  • All equipment.

Yard & Woolshed -

  • Sheep handling yards.
  • Three sheep shearing machines.
  • Fly Proof Concrete Shed.

Water supply -

  • Deep well bore (Not on Adventure Waikato area).
  • Natural springs and stream.

Outdoor Lighting



Chattels

Registered name & logo (IPONZ).

Client database.

Relevant operational documents, e.g. RAMS reports, H&S documents.

Activity Infrastructure -

  • 220m Flying Fox.
  • 21m Burma Bridge.
  • 15m Chicken Walk (wire rope crossing).
  • Five permanent Abseil sites and anchors.

Operational equipment (These numbers may change), e.g.

  • 40 harnesses.
  • 50 helmets.
  • 30 torches.
  • Abseil & Belay ropes.
  • Karabiners.

Cottage – Beds, mattresses & bedding, furniture, all eating utensils for up to 40 people, 3 fridges, microwave, gas hot water systems, 6 burner BBQ, 6 gas bottles.

Bunk Room – Mattresses and bedding, 2 heaters

Conference Room – Kettle, urn, 6 refectory tables, 40 chairs, white board and projector screen.

Opportunities

Education Investment – Perfect opportunity to offer a complete NZ education and become a leader in desirable schools.

Corporate Investment – Staff training & retreat. Client entertainment, taxation investment, environmental opportunity.

Tourism Venture – While only part time Adventure Waikato has developed significant clientele and a solid reputation as a valuable corporate destination and school camp venue.

Private Sanctuary – Family & Friends, Leisure & Adventures, Income – Forestry, Livestock, Tourism.


A full property memorandum is available to interested parties.

www.adventurewaikato.co.nz

Call Simon & Rosie Now on +64 7 825 4515



Seller Details

More details:

  • Trading Name
  • Present Owner Since
  • Title
  • Asking Price
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Call Simon & Rosie Now on:
+64 7 825 4515 (day)

Travel Tourism business for sale North West Waikato New Zealand

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