Retail Business in Laurieton North Coast NSW

An opportunity to acquire Lotus Bay, a well-known Laurieton retail business with an established local following, broad giftware and clothing range and substantial stock holding included in the sale.

Lotus Bay has traded for approximately 16 years and has been under the current owner's direction for the past 11 years. During that time the business has evolved from its original Balinese wares and clothing focus into a diverse gift and fashion store, with unique and regularly changing stock designed to appeal across a wide range of ages, tastes and budgets.

The business is offered for $165,000 Walk in Walk Out (WIWO), including stock on hand at settlement, shop fit-out, shelving and racks, fridge, cash register and computer. The detailed June 2026 stocktake recorded approximately $116,769 of stock at cost so you are basically buying the stock and getting the business for next to nothing. Stock levels will vary through normal trading prior to settlement.

The range includes giftware, clothing, balloons and the vendor's own handmade soy wax melts, diffuser products and fragrance oils. The owner also advises the business has established supplier relationships, selected locally limited ranges and direct Balinese sourcing contacts. Lotus Bay Balloons has added a further revenue stream, including balloon orders associated with the neighbouring florist.

Lotus Bay has an established website, more than 2,500 combined Facebook and Instagram followers and a customer base of regular locals and returning visitors. Its position at the busy end of Bold Street provides good pedestrian exposure within the Laurieton town centre.

The premises are leased at $1,941.49 per month with GST not applicable. The existing lease expires 16 September 2026, with a further 12-month term agreed and being prepared. There is no formal option and any purchaser lease arrangement remains subject to landlord approval and final documentation. The vendor will provide at least two weeks of handover during the settlement period.

Key features

* $165,000 WIWO - stock, fit-out and key equipment included.

* Approximately 16 years established, including 11 years under current ownership.

* June 2026 stocktake: approx. $116,769 cost

* Giftware, clothing, balloons, handmade melts, diffuser products and fragrance oils.

* Established supplier relationships and direct Balinese sourcing contacts.

* More than 2,500 combined Facebook and Instagram followers plus website.

* Bold Street location with regular local and visitor trade.

* At least two weeks vendor handover; further financial information available to qualified purchasers.