After 15 years as beloved neighbourhood restaurant and bar Clink, a landmark Sumner property is poised for reinvention, offering buyers the chance to secure a character-filled commercial asset in one of Christchurch’s most tightly held coastal precincts.
Located at 29 Wakefield Avenue in the heart of Sumner village, the property seamlessly blends heritage charm with modern functionality.
At its heart sits an original stone cottage likely dating to the late 1800s, complemented by a comprehensive Warren and Mahoney architectural extension completed in the 1990s.
“This distinctive hospitality asset provides multiple pathways for future value creation,” says Courtney Doig, director of investment sales at Colliers Christchurch.
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“There’s a scarcity of commercial buildings in the village and the property’s adaptability is an added advantage.
“Subject to consents, the location offers a range of options to different purchasers including owner-occupiers, investors eyeing short-stay accommodation opportunities, and developers.”
Comprising 258sq m of gross lettable area on a freehold site of 720sq m, the property has a notable advantage of six on-site car parks – a premium feature in this prime coastal location.
The practical design incorporates a generous west-facing sheltered courtyard and an internal layout that features bar/restaurant areas, a commercial kitchen, and office/storage spaces.
Prospective owners will benefit from immediate flexibility as the premises are currently occupied on a month-to-month basis.
The property sits on the area’s key commercial thoroughfare, footsteps from the beach and esplanade, surrounded by a strong residential catchment.
Wakefield Avenue forms part of the main access corridor into Sumner, connecting directly to Ferrymead, Redcliffs, and the wider Christchurch metropolitan area.
One of Christchurch’s most cherished communities, the village is renowned for its relaxed beachfront lifestyle, thriving cafe culture, destination dining, boutique retail, and vibrant local atmosphere – attracting both residents and steady visitor numbers year-round.
Public transport, cycleways, and pedestrian routes converge in the village centre, ensuring strong accessibility and consistent patronage.
With Local Centre zoning, the property allows for building heights up to 14m and a range of commercial uses including hospitality, retail, offices, accommodation, community facilities, entertainment, and recreation activities.
“The opportunities are limited only by the vision of the next owner,” Doig says.
29 Wakefield Avenue is offered for sale by deadline private treaty closing at 4pm on Thursday 26 February, unless sold prior.
- Supplied by Colliers
