Nestled quietly behind a white picket fence and thriving lavender gardens, and seemingly a world away from the steady hustle and bustle of the Albany CBD is Lavender Cottage, an Albany institution with critical acclaim. Widely known for serving up fine French fare to the masses, its deliciously charming and intimate dining rooms are lined with artwork inspired from the streets of Paris and the French country side.

A pot belly stove sits in the central dining room to warm the entire space, and rustically compliments the solid wood service counter which is filled with fresh, fragrant home cooked baked goods and titbits. Large, heavy old windows make a delightful addition to the rooms, allowing natural light to flood in, and of course letting patrons gaze out over the street and lavender gardens.

To the rear of the building is the staff quarters, a well designed industrial style kitchen with stainless steel chef’s oven, plenty of shelving and bench preparation space. A galley style window through to the front counter allows a views outwards by the chef and staff.

Leading from each side of the kitchen are well appointed rooms currently being used as office space, a larder and storage room. There is a functional bathroom with shower and vanity that can also be used by the staff if required.

Guests can step through the kitchen space to the guest restroom and basin, witnessing the magic unfold in the kitchen as they stroll by.

Then outside – a secret courtyard world exists, with a Narnia style light post sitting central within the herb and flower filled courtyard dining area, a space for guests to dine al-fresco when the weather is perfect, and overlook the harbour views which can be seen from the space.

The tenants of Lavender Cottage have built the reputation for beautiful, French style cuisine in their niche cottage cafe environment, providing lovely lunches every week day, and their famous (and always booked out French degustation menu on a Friday evening).

So as an investment, it doesn’t get any better – with a lease running until March 2014, and a 5 year option for the tenant after that. The tenants are so in love with their business and lifestyle that they have a long term view to stay on, so the owner can simply let it sit and watch the $18,906 per annum rent roll in.

But beyond the wonderful tenants and the iconic business that occupies the space, you are also securing a prime 456 square metre parcel of commercially zoned land right in the centre of the CBD. Solid, secure and sitting pretty.

Tres Magnifique!

Things you should know:
-Leased to may 2014 with 5 year option
-$18,906 per annum rental value
-456 square metres commercially zoned lot
-Iconic and loved Albany institution
-Solid Tenants

For more information, please contact Jeremy Stewart on 0439 940 976, (08) 9841 4022 or email jeremy@merrifield.com.au