Property Description

The Hawthorn Bar & Lounge - Landmark Licensed Premises for Sale

'A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity'

Offered to the market for the first time in over six decades, The Hawthorn Bar & Lounge represents a truly rare and exciting opportunity. An iconic hospitality venue set on the water's edge of Cork's beloved Lough, this long-established premises has been in continuous operation under the stewardship of the Coakley Family since its construction in 1961.

Meticulously maintained and sensitively upgraded over the years, The Hawthorn enjoys a loyal customer base, strong food and beverage trade, and an unrivalled setting in the heart of Cork City. Whether you are a seasoned hospitality operator or seeking to diversify your real estate investment portfolio, this is a turnkey business with significant growth potential.

Location- Cork's Premier Licensed Site:
The Hawthorn Bar occupies one of the most scenic and high-profile positions in the city, directly fronting the wildlife-protected sanctuary of The Lough. This picturesque and historically significant setting is a daily destination for walkers, runners, families, tourists, and locals alike. Few hospitality venues can claim such an enviable and visible location this is Cork's answer to owning a bar on Central Park.

With prominent frontage onto Hartland's Avenue and direct pedestrian access from The Lough, the premises is perfectly positioned to capitalise on constant footfall and growing outdoor hospitality demand.

Key Features & Accommodation:
Total Floor Area: approx. 7,416 sq. ft / 688 m²

Site Highlights:

-Prime frontage onto The Lough with direct pedestrian access

-Extensive outdoor paved area and open decking facing the lake

-Large tarmacadamed customer car park

Ground Floor:

-Double-door entry to Bar & Lounge from Hartland's Avenue

-Open-plan, modern Lounge on two levels with panoramic lake views

-Large picture windows and double-door access to open decking

-Modern commercial kitchen with dedicated food service area

-Cold room, spirit/bottle store, and utility cleaning area

-Ladies, Gents & disabled toilet facilities

-Fully compliant with up-to-date fire, license, and planning regulations

First Floor:

-Separate entrance to a fully equipped restaurant space

-Large commercial kitchen

-Restaurant held under a 25-year lease (2010 - 2035)

-Lease details available on request

Additional:

-Secure enclosed service yard

-High-quality fit-out throughout

-Ready-to-trade condition

Opportunity for Growth:
While already a strong performer, The Hawthorn offers untapped potential particularly in the form of its expansive outdoor areas. The current decking and patio overlooking The Lough remain under-utilised, presenting a rare opportunity for expansion into a vibrant al fresco food and beverage offering.

A forward-thinking operator could dramatically increase turnover by enhancing this aspect of the business, supported by strong local foot traffic and an established customer base.

History & Legacy:
Built in 1961 and operated continuously by the Coakley family, The Hawthorn has become a cornerstone of Cork's social and hospitality scene. This is more than just a business sale, its a passing of the torch from one generation of hospitality to the next.



Disclaimer: The above details are for guidance only and do not form part of any contract. They have been prepared with care but we are not responsible for any inaccuracies. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but any intending purchaser or tenant should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy himself / herself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. In the event of any inconsistency between these particulars and the contract of sale, the latter shall prevail. The details are issued on the understanding that all negotiations on any property are conducted through this office.

BER Details

BER No. 801069964

Energy Performance Indicator: 739.08 kWh/m2/yr

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