Nurney Inn, Main St, Co. Carlow, Nurney, Co. Carlow
€575,000
Restaurant / Bar / Hotel For SaleRating:

Contact Name: Harry Sothern
Selling Agent:
REA Sothern
PSR Licence Number: 002833
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Only pub serving Nurney and the surrounding farming community
Loyal local customer base with scope to increase trade
Recently renovated and extended
Spacious owner’s accommodation within the main premises
Separate detached three-bedroom bungalow
Potential income from short-term letting, guest accommodation, residential rental or staff housing
Scope to develop food, events, tourism and destination trade
Large, flexible site with potential for further development, subject to planning permission
Attractive countryside setting overlooking Nurney Church and the Kilkea and Killeshin Hills
Convenient to Carlow Town, Athy, Kilkea Castle and the Barrow Valley
The Nurney Inn, Nurney, Co. Carlow
A landmark hospitality investment with multiple income opportunities
The sale of The Nurney Inn presents a rare opportunity to acquire an established licensed premises with extensive residential accommodation, a separate three-bedroom bungalow and considerable potential for revitalisation and growth.
Prominently positioned in the heart of Nurney village, this commercial property is the only licensed premises serving the village and its surrounding rural hinterland. Its loyal community customer base provides a valuable foundation upon which an ambitious new owner can build a vibrant, diversified hospitality business.
Recently renovated and extended, The Nurney Inn combines the character of a traditional Irish village pub with modern facilities and flexible accommodation. The property is well suited to an owner-operator, hospitality investor or family business seeking several potential revenue streams from one substantial holding.
A business ready for renewed energy
At the heart of the property is a welcoming traditional bar with generous customer areas and modern supporting facilities. Significant recent investment has created a strong platform for a new owner to refresh the offering, extend trading opportunities and re-establish the premises as a thriving social and hospitality destination.
Potential areas for growth include food service, live entertainment, private functions, community events, sports and social gatherings, tourism packages and accommodation-led trade. With the right vision and management, The Nurney Inn could become both a revitalised local meeting place and a distinctive destination for visitors exploring <a href="https://www.reasothern.ie/property-for-sale/county-carlow">County Carlow</a> and the surrounding region.
Residential and rental potential
Spacious contemporary living accommodation is incorporated into the main premises, allowing an owner or manager to live comfortably on site.
The detached three-bedroom bungalow represents an important additional asset and could potentially be used for:
Short-term or holiday letting
Guest accommodation
Long-term residential rental
Staff accommodation
Multi-generational living
A home office or complementary business use
This combination provides the flexibility to generate supplementary income, reduce operating costs or support the future expansion of the hospitality business.
Location and market
Nurney is an attractive County Carlow village surrounded by a well-established agricultural community and picturesque countryside. The Inn occupies a central, highly visible position and benefits from an impressive outlook towards Nurney Church and the rolling Kilkea and Killeshin Hills.
Carlow Town, Athy, Kilkea Castle and the Barrow Valley are all within convenient reach, creating opportunities to attract passing visitors, tourists, wedding guests, walkers, cyclists and those seeking an authentic Irish village experience.
The opportunity
The Nurney Inn is more than a pub, it is a flexible hospitality and property investment offering an established local market, residential accommodation and several possible income streams.
For an investor or hands-on operator with the ambition to revitalise a valued community landmark, grow its destination appeal and unlock its accommodation potential, this is an opportunity of exceptional promise.
Viewing is highly recommended and strictly by appointment.
BER Details

BER No. 801165556
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This property was last updated: 30 days ago