330sqm Laois pub comes to the market with tempting asking price

Doogue's Bar, located in the village of Raheen near Abbeyleix, is being offered for sale complete with its full pub licence and a range of modern hospitality facilities following significant investment in recent years.

The 330 sq m property has undergone extensive upgrades within the past six years and is being presented as a fully operational business capable of immediate trading.

The premises combines the character of a traditional Irish pub with contemporary hospitality infrastructure, including a modern commercial kitchen, walk-in cold storage facilities and spacious customer accommodation.

A key feature of the property is a dedicated entertainment space incorporating a dance floor and adjoining stage area.

Positioned off the main bar, the venue is designed to cater for live music performances, private functions, community events and social gatherings, providing scope for operators to develop additional revenue streams through events and entertainment.

The premises also includes a lounge area, outdoor smoking section, multiple customer toilet facilities and a large private car park.

Heating is provided through a combination of gas-fired central heating, a solid fuel stove and an open fireplace.

Doogue's Bar, located in the village of Raheen near Abbeyleix.

Located approximately 8km from Abbeyleix and 18km from Portlaoise, the property benefits from a strategic position within one of the Midlands' most accessible regions. The M7 motorway can be reached in around 20 minutes, while Kilkenny, Carlow and Tullamore are all within commuting distance.

The sale comes at a time when demand for established licensed premises in regional locations continues to attract interest from both owner-operators and investors.

Abbeyleix has developed a strong reputation as a heritage and tourism destination, while nearby Portlaoise remains one of the region's largest commercial and residential centres, supported by strong transport links to Dublin, Cork and Limerick.

With its established reputation, modern facilities and event-hosting capabilities, Doogue's Bar represents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully licensed hospitality business in a prominent Midlands location with potential for continued growth across food, beverage and entertainment offerings.

* This article was originally published on BusinessPlus.ie.