Current Retail Opportunities at Old Nick Village
Old Nick Village rental opportunities
Plettenberg Bay supplies a captive audience most of the year. Attracting local and international visitors for its lifestyle and outdoor activities.
It has become a hotspot for semi-gration in South Africa with many people moving and returning to Plett for its unique beauty and attractions.
Old Nick Village is one of the original shopping destinations in Plett which has been enjoyed over generations of visitors. It is an ever-evolving space and the signature creative shopping destination on the Garden Route.
Please contact us at info@oldnickvillage.co.za for more information on the space as well as a short bio on what your business or concept is about.
Old Nick Village ethos
We host an exciting experience, promoting fine craftsmanship, art, design and creative enterprise. We are aware of our proximity to nature and our unique position as custodians to one of the few cape farm complexes in Plettenberg Bay that is open to the public.
We highlight the extraordinary and inspiring connections between ancient crafts, innovative manufacture and contemporary artistic design.
Our Merchants
Currently, Old Nick houses a mix of successful merchants who are closely connected with their product through design, manufacture and selection. We all promote trade within Africa and are acutely aware of supporting the local economy.
We aim to deepen the experience of all those who visit Old Nick Village through respect and opportunity to grow learn and enjoy the best we can offer.
Expansion
During 2021 the Old Nick Village premises, 3ha of gardens, historic buildings are to be upgraded and re-landscaped to connect walkways, additional shops and studio spaces.
Mungo
For many years the Holding family, owners of Old Nick Village and Mungo have run the two businesses in tandem. Mungo is a unique producer of homeware textiles promoting transparency and sustainable principles in its production. Mungo’s retail shop is housed in the original trading store at Old Nick while the newly built Mill is situated next door.
Mungo is completing its Mill expansion in 2021 which will continue to invite the public to view its manufacturing process in a world-class environment, producing to its highest standards.
Repurposing to retail spaces
There are now exciting possibilities for opening up coveted additional retail areas. Spaces are to be renovated in line with the Old Nick Village aesthetic and potential tenants.
Old Museum
The ‘museum’ building is steeped in history and charm. In the day when Old Nick was a working farm, this was the wool sorting shed. It later became a store and then 20 years ago when Stuart Holding was gifted two antique looms this is where he restored them, started weaving and ultimately where Mungo was born.
It features yellow wood floors, historic doors, heavy stone foundations. A good profile from the eastern approach to the centre. Front and back patio areas and outside access to the mezzanine.
Size: 70sqm
Mezzanine: 26sqm
Old Stock room
Parts of this building are very old with original rough stone walls. Sections have been added to house the old pottery studio and then a stock room. Features; the south aspect opens onto the museum area, north service entrance, the potential for open workshop space.
Size: 39sqm
Stables
Formally the stables of the original farm, this very old stone building has three doors indicating that it was built for stables. Parts of the inside walls are exposed to unpainted stone. This area looks onto the Milkwood hub which is becoming a thoroughfare to the back of the property toward the school and shops. Ideal for a retail shop/studio.
Size: 39 sqm
Stone House
An independent house that would be ideal for a small shop or therapy room.
Size: 16 sqm
Retail Space
Neat rental space is available next to the restaurant. Suitable for a deli or farm stall. Off-license in process.
Size: 33.5 sqm
Conclusion
Old Nick is an exceptional and unique environment with an existing clientele. This energetic retail destination offers an extraordinary opportunity for creative manufacturers, progressive retailers to trade in this exceptional environment.
Centre details
Retail stores open 364 days per year
Wednesday market operating weekly. 9am – 2pm.
Opening hours 9am – 5pm, 9am – 6pm during peak season
Communal areas
24-hour security
Year-round profitability
Ample parking and visibility from N2
Family and dog friendly
Please contact us at info@oldnickvillage.co.za for more information on the space as well as a short bio on what your business or concept is about.