Whangarei…impressive city, pristine harbour, and endless summer... the ideal destination for tourists from all over the world.

Many visitors to Whangarei chose to stay at Channel Vista B&B. This self contained accommodation business and private residence overlooks the Whangarei Harbour. Guests can relax on their own private decks and watch boats of all sizes glide past enroute to the Port, and the sunsets are just magnificent...

• Scenic, private waterfront location on Whangarei Harbour.
• Just 6 minutes from Whangarei Airport, so handy for international arrivals.
• Only 10 minutes drive to the Whangarei City Centre for top restaurants and shopping.
• Handy to golf courses, world class game fishing, stupendous diving, and the scenic Bay of Islands.
• On the route to the Whangarei Heads with stunning mountain rock formations, secluded bays, scenic walks, golf, arts and crafts and more.

Channel Vista B&B has come on to the market because the owners wish to retire. They are selling their home and income business as a going concern complete with all necessary chattels.

If you are looking for a lifestyle business in a magic part of New Zealand, consider what Channel Vista B&B has to offer:

• year-round income and a net profit over $60,000.
• magnificent private residence large enough for the whole family.

Channel Vista - private residence

The owners are selling the freehold title to land (0.1285 hectares) and buildings at 254 Beach Road, Onerahi, Whangarei. The property is 9 km from the City Centre and has a Capital Value of $960,000 (Whangarei District Council).

The main house (460 square metres) was purpose designed and built in 1996. It is constructed of timber framed walls on a concrete floor, with aluminium joinery and a Coloursteel roof. Exterior walls are clad in a mix of local stone and cedar weatherboards.

Spacious lounge with exposed beams and polished wood flooring

Interior walls are lined with painted plasterboard. Some ceilings are sarked, some are plasterboard, and others have exposed beams. Floors are a mix of carpet, vinyl, and polished native timber flooring. Timber decks extend along the house frontage.

The residence has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one with a spa bath), kitchen, dining room, two lounges, an office, two toilets, laundry and 4 car garaging. The hostess kitchen has a stove with oven, cook-top elements, microwave oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and lots of cupboard storage. Outside, there are attractive gardens and ample car parking for family and guests.

Main bedroom with ensuite bathroom and spa bath

Guest facilities:

• Full cooked breakfast delivered to either unit.
• Guest laundry.
• Fax and email facilities available.
• Children’s play area.

The B&B Business has traded since 1996 and enjoys a wide range of guests from New Zealand and overseas. The B&B is also a popular accommodation for Business Reps, many being regular guests.

Current occupancy rates for the B&B are 82% (January-June 2008) and the past year’s net profit exceeded $60,000. Buyers should note that all of the business fittings, fixtures and chattels are included in the asking price.

Recent guests have said this…

“an enchanting place. Would like to have stayed longer. Very many thanks’ – Boyton, UK.

“a wonderful place. Wonderful host, great hospitality, delicious breakfast. Nice beach. Perfect water to swim at” – Wilbersgarde, Denmark.

“thank you very much, friendly service, great view and breakfast. Glad we came” Auckland, New Zealand.