Long's Bottle Shop (Business Only) For Sale

Property Information

Location:

Ideally positioned on Barkly Street in the heart of Footscray, just 5km from the Melbourne CBD, the business operates from a compact, street-front retail premises on the ground floor of a traditional brick building typical of the inner-west.

The site provides strong street presence, excellent visibility, and easy pedestrian access, all of which contribute to consistent walk-in trade. The freehold property is owned by the vendors and is also available for sale.

Premises Details:

Upstairs, the property includes a three-bedroom unit with a bathroom and laundry, accessed via an internal staircase located behind a liquor display. This presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator to reside on-site or, alternatively, to install an external staircase and rear entry to accommodate a tenant and generate additional income. The removal of the internal staircase would also create additional retail space within the store.

Business Operation

Expansion Potential:

There are several promising opportunities for future growth, particularly as Footscray continues to undergo significant development. Strengthening marketing efforts; especially through consistent social media activity could enhance visibility and broaden the customer base.

Partnering with delivery platforms such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, or local services would extend reach beyond walk-ins, providing added convenience for customers. Targeted seasonal promotions, special offers, and collaborations with local events or community groups present further opportunities to boost engagement and drive sales.

Employees:

The business is operated by two part-time owners and supported by a full-time family member who manages day-to-day operations, ensuring continuity and hands-on oversight.

Years established:

Founded in 2001 and under the current family ownership since 2007, the business has built a strong reputation servicing Footscray and surrounding suburbs for over two decades.