349 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui Central, Whanganui

Deadline Sale 23 April 2026

744m2

Land Area

375m2

Floor Area

+16

+15

Long‑standing local favourite in the heart of city

Deadline Sale - all offers to be received by 3.00pm, Thursday 23 April 2026 (unless sold prior). Parnells Cafe is one of Whanganui’s most established and well‑loved hospitality businesses, proudly operated by long‑term owners who are now ready for a change. This creates a rare opportunity to step into a proven performer with strong local loyalty, consistent foot traffic and genuine potential for further growth. Occupying a substantial 360 m2 (approx) premises on Victoria Avenue, Parnells offers a spacious, flexible layout with seating for approximately 75–80 people. The cafe also benefits from nine off street car parks, a significant advantage in this busy part of the city and a major drawcard for customers and delivery services. Strategically positioned, the cafe sits just minutes walk from the new Whanganui courthouse and police precinct, currently under construction and due for completion in 2027. This major civic development is expected to increase daily activity in the area, bringing new professionals, service providers and visitors directly into the cafe’s catchment. Parnells is also located in close proximity to several key education hubs - St George’s School, Whanganui Collegiate and Whanganui Intermediate, ensuring steady patronage from parents, teachers, students and weekend family traffic. Currently operated with a focus on daytime service, the business presents clear scope to expand into evening dining, private functions or events, leveraging both the generous floor area and the cafe’s established reputation. With its strong brand presence, loyal customer base, strategic location, rare on‑site parking, and capacity to comfortably host large groups, Parnells Cafe represents a standout opportunity in Whanganui’s hospitality market, ready for the next owner to take it forward.

349 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui Central, Whanganui

Web ID

WGC224816

Floor area

375m2

Land area

744m2

District rates

$11,826.11pa

Regional rates

$657.12pa

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)

Thursday, 23 April 2026, 3.00pm


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