1 469 m² Commercial space in Fauresmith
Substantial Redevelopment Opportunity: Landmark 12-Unit Complex on Main Street with Vast Commercial Potential
Property Overview
An exceptional opportunity for visionary investors and developers to acquire a substantial commercial freehold located in a prime position on Main Street, directly opposite the iconic Steam Engine. Formerly a bustling hotel and currently operating as a guesthouse and community theater, this expansive property offers a versatile footprint perfectly suited for conversion into a boutique hotel, a luxury retirement village, or a mixed-use commercial hub.
While the property requires modernization and refurbishment, the existing layout and infrastructure provide a solid foundation for a high-yield project.
The Accommodation: Flexible & Extensive
Residential Units: The core of the property consists of 12 self-contained suites .Each unit is generously proportioned, featuring a bedroom, private bathroom, sitting area, and a small kitchenette. This layout is tailor-made for an assisted living facility or extended-stay hotel accommodation.
Communal Living Spaces: Guests are welcomed into a large reception area with an adjoining sitting room. Further into the property lies a vast communal relaxation hall currently utilized as a TV lounge and coffee station ideal for a residents'' day room or hotel lobby lounge.
Catering & Dining :At the heart of the operations is a massive commercial kitchen, fully equipped with a walk-in fridge, stove, and extensive prep areas. This services the grand dining hallfunction room. Currently utilized as a community theater, this impressive space can comfortably seat 60 people, making it perfect for events, communal dining, or reinstatement as a conference center.
Commercial & Service Wings
Retail Potential: The former Ladies Bar has been converted into a functioning small grocery shop, offering immediate rental income potential or space for a hotel gift shopcaf.
expansive StorageDevelopment Space: The area previously housing the hotels Main Bar is currently utilized for storage but offers significant square footage for redevelopment into a restaurant, gym, or additional accommodation.
Logistics: Practicality is key, with two dedicated large linen rooms shelved ensuring smooth housekeeping operations.
External Features & Staff Accommodation
The Courtyard: A large, paved central courtyard features mature trees, offering a private oasis feel away from the main streetperfect for a tea garden or residents'' recreation area.
Staff Quarters: Separated from the main building for privacy, the staff accommodation comprises three rooms and two toilets.
Workshops: A substantial separate storage unit is located on the grounds, suitable for housing tools, landscaping equipment, or maintenance workshops.
Location & Potential
Situated in the heartbeat of the town, the property benefits from high visibility and foot traffic, directly facing the town''s famous Steam Engine landmark.
This property is a blank canvas awaiting a new lease on life.
Concept 1 Retirement Village:The combination of self-contained units, flat access, communal lounges, and commercial catering is the ideal blueprint for a retirement or assisted living complex.
Concept 2 Boutique Hotel:With renovation, this could be returned to its former glory as the towns premier hotel, utilizing the bar areas and theater for weddings and conferences.
Summary
A project of this scale and potential rarely comes to market. For the investor willing to undertake the necessary renovations, the possibilities are endless.
Viewing strictly by appointment.
Property details
- Listing number T5370894
- Property type Commercial
- Listing date 30 Jan 2026
- Floor size 1 469 m²
- Rates and taxes R 205
- Levies R 571
Property features
- Bedrooms 12
- Bathrooms 13