Renewal SA is offering the Boiler House at Tonsley for sale by Expression of Interest, with a view to it becoming a high-quality hospitality venue for the district and a gateway to the winery region of the southern vales.
A distinctive mid-century industrial building, the Boiler House used to pump steam and electricity into the Main Assembly Building (MAB) during the height of Tonsley’s car manufacturing days. It has retained many of its original features, including the overhead gantry (bridge), which has preserved the raw, utilitarian character of the site.
The Boiler House was previously offered for sale in 2017, however works did not commence on an intended microbrewery at that time. The hospitality sector now has a rare second opportunity to be a part of the progressive Tonsley story and capitalise on the enviable location and heritage value of the Boiler House.
Desirable development of the Boiler House
Tonsley Innovation District is a dynamic mixed-use precinct that endeavours to maintain its unique manufacturing identity while integrating work and leisure and facilitating a strong sense of community and collaboration. With this in mind, it is envisaged that the redevelopment of the Boiler House will incorporate one of the following:
- A brewing or distilling operation (desirable, but not essential)
- A restaurant, bar, café or other hospitality offering.
Location
The Boiler House is ideally located to leverage the current and future growth of Tonsley Innovation District and the critical mass of staff, students and residents who now work, live and play at the precinct.
Situated within close proximity to the historic Main Assembly Building (MAB) and Western Plaza, as well as Flinders University, TAFE SA and the emerging Tonsley Village residential development, the Boiler House is also within walking distance to:
- The main western entrance of the district
- The new Tonsley Railway Station and Flinders Link rail extension
- The new envisaged greenway that will improve cycling and walking access to the district
- The proposed new retail precinct and supermarket at Tonsley.
Property information
The internal area of the Boiler House is approximately 921m2, with a broader site area of 3,021m2. In keeping with the industrial theme, internal clearance to the underside of trusses is approximately 15 meters. The Boiler House is currently located within the Regional Activity Zone in the Marion Council Development Plan.
Expression of interest
Expressions of interest are welcomed from businesses who wish to set a new benchmark in hospitality and entrepreneurship while preserving and celebrating an iconic piece of manufacturing history.
More information about this opportunity and how to lodge a formal Expression of Interest is available on the SA Tenders and Contracts website.
Enquiries about the property may be directed to CBRE sales agents:
Harry Einarson
+61 421 747 442
Rhyce Scott
+61 422 960 585
Expressions of Interest for this opportunity close on Thursday 6 May 2021 at 2.00pm (ACDT).
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