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43 River Drive
Tarwin Lower, VIC 3956

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Property Type: Food/Hospitality
Listed Date: 22nd Apr 2026
Overview

The Bird & The Wolf Café - Tarwin Lower

An award-winning, much-loved café in the heart of Tarwin Lower is now available for sale. Known for its warm atmosphere, exceptional coffee, and loyal customer base, The Bird & The Wolf Café is a turnkey opportunity for anyone seeking a lifestyle business in one of South Gippsland's most vibrant coastal communities. Location & Lifestyle• Prime position on River Drive, minutes from Venus Bay's beaches.• Popular stop for locals, holiday-makers, and passing trade.• Located directly in front of the town's main supermarket - ensuring constant foot traffic and plenty of customer parking right at the door.• Pet-friendly venue with unique offerings. Business & Operations• Price: $175,000 + Stock at Valuation.• Lease: Secure 5-year term with 5-year option.• Hours: Tuesday-Friday 7.30am-3pm, Saturday 8am-3pm.• Operation: Owner-operated with skilled staff.• Liquor Licence: Fully licensed, offering flexibility to serve alcohol and expand into evening dining and events.• Financials: Available upon request. Assets & Fit-out• Indoor & outdoor dining capacity.• Stylish fit-out with modern equipment, all included in the sale (full inventory available on request).• Nothing more to spend - walk in and continue trading from day one.Reputation & Brand Strength• Winner of 2nd Best Regional Burger 2023.• Exceptional reputation with a 4.9-star rating on Google Reviews.• Strong social media following included in the sale.• Established local favourite with consistent year-round trade and tourist appeal. Growth Potential• Extend trading days to Sundays & Mondays.• Expand into evening service, functions, and events (liquor licence already in place).• Explore catering, takeaway, and delivery opportunities.• Capitalise on the steady tourist influx in summer, while benefiting from strong community support throughout winter.The OpportunityThis is a rare chance to take over a thriving, fully established licensed café with a proven track record, excellent reputation, and plenty of room for growth. Ideal for an experienced operator or passionate foodie seeking a sea-change lifestyle business in beautiful South Gippsland.DISCLAIMER: To inspect this property, we kindly ask as a condition of entry that you please provide photo identification.

Location
43 River Drive
Tarwin Lower VIC 3956
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Lowest price
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