YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Cory Hoy and Scott Williams are pleased to present Sadleir’s Waterhole & Pickabox Motel, a rare chance to secure a high-quality hospitality investment in the heart of regional Queensland.
This offering represents a unique blend of a near-new hotel and motel complex, purpose-built in 2020, and designed to capture multiple income streams from accommodation, food & beverage, and passing trade. Situated on the junction of two major highways, the asset enjoys exceptional exposure to both leisure travellers and the significant flow of regional workers.
Sadleir’s Waterhole & Pickabox Motel is not just a regional pub and motel — it is a turnkey investment with robust existing income and the platform for future growth. With its strong brand recognition, quality fit-out, and enviable location, this is a rare chance to acquire a premium freehold hospitality asset in one of Queensland’s key highway junction towns.
SADLEIR’S BAR - KEY FEATURES
Near-new (rebuilt in 2020)
Single-storey Queensland-style building
Expansive outdoor spaces
Timber verandah dining areas with blinds and outdoor seating
Feature fire pit and relaxed outdoor social spaces
Bar facilities featuring:
Commercial kitchen
Cold-room bar and kitchen storage
Glycol beer system
Fully equipped office & manager’s residence
Commercial-grade support infrastructure
60kva diesel generator
Storage containers (cold-room & general)
Forklift and ride-on mower
PICKABOX MOTEL - KEY FEATURES
22 modern accommodation cabins:
11 x Queen Cabins with fold-out sofa beds
11 x King Single Cabins
All cabins fully self-contained with:
Modern fixtures and finishes
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathrooms
TVs and contemporary furnishings
Purpose-designed layout
Catering to both contractors and leisure travellers
Commercial laundromat facilities
& golf cart for efficient housekeeping
Opportunity to expand
Additional cabins or caravan stopover facilities
FOR SALE - Offers over $2.6M
For more information or to arrange an inspection, please contact exclusive marketing agents Cory Hoy or Scott Williams.
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Cory Hoy
RWC Northern Corridor Group 0421 004 484 cory.hoy@raywhite.com
Scott Williams
SGW Broker 0417 508 452 admin@sgwhotelbroker.com.au
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Legal Description
Lot 1 on Survey Plan 267349
Lot 3 on Survey Plan 267349
Lot 4 on Registered Plan P 57474
Lot 5 on Survey Plan 313217
Land Area 12,786m²* across four titles
Local Government Murweh Shire
Services Water, electricity, sewerage and telecommunications
Property Type Commercial Hotel & Motel
Zoning Business Centre
Land Use Hotel / Tavern – Motel Accommodation
Managers Residence 1
Parking Ample parking for all guests
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Albert Street, Morven Qld 4468
SITE PLAN
LEDGER
Pix A Box Motel
Sadleir’s Waterholel
Manager’s Residence
Commercial Laundromat
ARTIST’S IMPRESSION ONLY: While every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this floor plan all items are approximate and no responsibility is taken for any error, omission, or mis-statement This plan is for illustrative purposes only and should only be used as such by any prospective purchaser.
WATER
TANK
BBQ AREA
OFFICE
SHED
2 CAR SHED
ASSET REGISTER
Key Investment Opportunities
6 REASONS TO INVEST
NEAR-NEW CONSTRUCTION
Rebuilt in 2020 after the original hotel was destroyed by fire, the property benefits from modern infrastructure, contemporary design, and minimal immediate capital expenditure requirements.
MULTIPLE INCOME STREAMS
With a fully equipped bar and restaurant, modern motel accommodation, outdoor verandah dining, and onsite facilities including cold rooms, laundromat, and commercial kitchens, this asset delivers diversified earnings.
ACCOMMODATION OFFERING
The Pickabox Motel comprises 11 Queen cabins (with fold-out sofas) and 11 King Single cabins, all fully self-contained and equipped with modern fixtures, air conditioning, and ensuite bathrooms. This mix provides flexibility for both the tourist and worker market.
EXPANSION POTENTIAL
The property’s large landholding across multiple titles allows scope for further accommodation development or caravan stopover facilities, enhancing future revenue streams.
STRATEGIC HIGHWAY LOCATION
Positioned at the junction of the Warrego and Landsborough Highways, the property is a natural stopover point for travellers, freight, and workers en route to major destinations such as Longreach, Winton, and Cloncurry.
REGIONAL GROWTH & DEMAND
Morven continues to attract strong transient demand from tourists, contractors, and highway traffic, ensuring a ready-made customer base for the long term.
WHY INVEST IN MORVEN
Morven is a strategically positioned township in South West Queensland that punches above its weight as a commercial hub. Located at the junction of the Warrego and Landsborough Highways, it captures a constant flow of tourist, freight, and contractor traffic—making it a natural stopover and service point for travellers heading west to Charleville, Longreach, Winton, and beyond. Strong connectivity via road, rail, and bus networks ensures steady demand for accommodation, food, and hospitality services.
The region benefits from diverse and resilient economic drivers. Agriculture and agribusiness underpin the economy, with major operators such as GrainCorp, JBS, and Olam active in the broader South West Queensland corridor. Recent infrastructure investment, including the Morven Freight Hub and upgrades in digital connectivity, further enhance its long-term growth potential.
Morven also leverages its natural and heritage assets to attract visitors. Nearby national parks, including Tregole and Chesterton Range, provide eco-tourism appeal, while the town’s own history and resilience—rebuilt around the new Sadleir’s Waterhole Hotel after the 2016 fire—underscore its community strength and capacity to support commercial ventures.
For investors, Morven represents affordability combined with opportunity. Land and operating costs are significantly lower than in metropolitan centres, yet the township enjoys high exposure to transient markets and reliable revenue streams from essential services. With its prime location, growing infrastructure base, and enduring demand from both tourists and regional workers, Morven offers a compelling case for commercial buyers seeking secure, long-term investment in Queensland’s regional economy.
SADLEIR’S WATERHOLE
LOCAL AMENITIES
TRAIN SATION 1 min | 56m
BRISBANE CBD 7 Hr 36mins | 654km
BRISBANE AIRPORT 7 Hr 48mins | 666km
PORT OF BRISBANE 7 Hr 52mins | 682km
All distances are estimated driving distances from the subject site.
Source: Google Maps 09/2025 Map not to scale
PETROL STATION
SALES PROCESS
FOR SALE
Offers over $2.6M
Offers to be submitted to exclusive marketing agents:
INSPECTIONS
To learn more or to arrange an inspection please contact marketing agents.
DUE DILIGENCE
Access to the due diligence pack including financial reports and outgoings will be provided to qualified buyers.
Cory Hoy
RWC Northern Corridor Group 0421 004 484 cory.hoy@raywhite.com
Scott Williams
SGW Broker 0417 508 452 admin@sgwhotelbroker.com.au
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