36 Forest Drive, Methven, Ashburton

A rare offering in Methvens hospitality hub

Deadline sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 25 Sep 2025

With the owner now based overseas and ready to divest her final New Zealand investment, this property presents an exceptional opportunity, supported by a secure tenancy returning $40,400 + GST and outgoings per annum (from 1 April 2026).

Methven, once a quaint rural village, has blossomed into a vibrant, year-round tourist destination. With world-class skiing, the Opuke hot pools, and a thriving hospitality scene, this welcoming township is growing every year, attracting both loyal locals and worldly visitors.

Nestled in Methven's hospitality hub, 36 Forest Drive is home to the iconic Green Parrot Bar & Grill, it is the go-to venue for locals and tourists alike. Guests enjoy a lively beer garden with live music on sunny weekends, or a cosy, relaxed dining experience beside the roaring indoor fire.

The property itself is as impressive as the business it hosts:
• Dual street frontage from both Forest Drive and McKerrow Street
• Zoned Business A - offering a range of development opportunities (with council approval)
• Modernised, post-earthquake frontage with high ceilings and a spacious open-plan layout
• Central kitchen servicing both the main dining area and an additional rear dining space
• Expansive outdoor area on the 809sqm (more or less) section, including a sun-filled beer garden, spacious lawn, and popular childrens play area
• Permanent outdoor stage perfect for live entertainment during Methvens bustling summer months
• Double garage with rear access off McKerrow Street offering excellent storage for the tenants

With a secure, long-term lease to a well-established and thriving business, this is a rare chance to secure a commercial investment in central Methven, an area where opportunities seldom come to market.

Whether you are drawn by the consistent rental income or the chance to invest in a growing, high-demand tourism destination, 36 Forest Drive is an opportunity not to be missed.

For more information on this property call now, or please visit: www.propertyfiles.co.nz/property/5527799