AJF Commercial Business Sales are extremely proud to welcome to the market this stunning, award winning, highly recommended Freehold guest accommodation business with 13 beautifully decorated spacious individually styled bedrooms and suites for sale in the picturesque and historic tourist village of Windermere, Lake District, Cumbria.
The Lake District is a UNESCO World Heritage site and receives around 18 million visitors every year.
Windermere is a beautiful, highly visited, vibrant and historic town in the stunning Lake District, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Windermere is located on the main arterial A591 road and being a short drive away from the A590 and M6 motorway network makes it an ideal place to stay, with Ambleside, Grasmere and Bowness not far away.
The business is perfectly located in the very heart of Windermere being a perfect location for visiting guests.
The town hosts a range of complimentary gift and retail shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and bistros all being on the doorstep of the accommodation, therefore attracting many visitors all year through.
The business draws a large amount of trade year by year with its central location for tourists and holidaymakers who are wanting to explore the beautiful countryside, tourists’ attractions and lakes within the highly popular Lake District.
England’s largest lake, Lake Windermere, is a short walk away from the premises with cruises from its pier allowing visitors to explore the lakes and mountains.
The town is serviced well by public transport and Windermere having its own and extremely popular train station, provides much welcome links to neighboring towns.
Throughout the town there are numerous car parks for visitors and the business offers free car parking for all guests on the good-sized car park to the front side and rear.
This eye-catching detached slate and stone built building set in its own grounds is highly visible from the main road and oozes character and charm both inside and out and stands in a prominent position with wonderful views towards the mountains, the town and the stunning countryside beyond.
Business:
The Coppice has been run by our client for a number of years and over this time has gained an excellent reputation for providing a luxury warm and welcoming stay for guests with repeat business year on year.
The business boasts 13 beautifully decorated guest letting bedrooms and suites, all having an individual theme and fitted out with the most top of the range furniture and accessories.
Attached and to the side of the building is a separate self-contained building with its own private garden, giving 3 guest letting bedrooms (guests can book the whole building which is perfect for families). Alternatively, this could be easily converted to living accommodation for the new owner/s as they currently live off-site and has the benefit of duel planning permission to be residential or guest accommodation.
Guests can enjoy a delicious home cooked breakfast in the stunning dining room each morning with views to the gardens.
The business has amazing reviews online, is registered with Booking.com / Expedia and has a website in place giving a wealth of information for guests.
Along with the great reviews on Trip Advisor and on their own website, the business thrives from much loyal and repeat trade with bookings already in place for the coming season.
All fixtures and fittings are included in the sale and the business has been beautifully decorated throughout by our client and is in ‘walk-in start trading’ condition which is a credit to the owner.
There is ample car parking for guests to the side of the building on the good-sized private car park.
Premises:
Good sized highly visible detached slate and stone premises with stunning views of the town of Windermere and beyond.
The building was built in 1812 being a former vicarage.
Throughout the property guests will see many original features along with the fabulous décor in each room.
The premises are surrounded by garden areas with an array of plants, shrubs and trees making an absolute beautiful setting for visitors.
Generous car parking is available to the side of the property for visiting guests and there is also free car parking on the side street.
Front entrance door leading into good sized welcoming hallway.
Beautifully decorated dining room with a range of tables and chairs.
Good sized commercial kitchen with a range of cooking appliances, some of which include: Range cooker, dishwasher, microwaves, stainless steel preparation areas, head height grill, commercial sink, extractor fan, toaster, hot water boiler and a full range of cutlery and crockery.
Door leading to outside rear patio garden with a range of seating, plants, shrubs, trees and storage shed.
Utility room / cloakroom with laundry and ironing facilities.
The building has gas central heating and mostly double glazed windows with many original features throughout.
Stairs leading to first and second floors (where there are 8 guest letting bedrooms / suites with an additional 2 x bedrooms on the ground floor) which briefly comprise:
Ground Floor:
1 x double bedroom suite with en-suite facilities.
1 x double bedroom with en-suite facilities.
First Floor:
1 x double bedroom suite with 4 poster bed.
1 x double bedroom with 4 poster bed.
2 x double bedrooms.
1 x double bedroom suite.
Storage cupboard.
Second Floor:
1 x double bedroom suite.
1 x single bedroom.
1 x double bedroom.
Separate Building which briefly comprises:
Entrance door leading into good sized hallway.
Ground Floor.
1 x double bedroom with ensuite.
1 x double bedroom with ensuite (leading into private garden).
Utility Space with linen/storage cupboards – currently used as office.
Stairs leading to first floor.
Landing.
Good sized suite with separate lounge, tables and sofas, double bedroom and separate large 4 piece bathroom.
Delightful private garden with a range of plants, shrubs and trees.
All luxury suites and bedrooms have been individually designed and decorated throughout to a very high standard with wall mounted TV’s, beautiful linen, curtains, furniture and stunning accessories.
Hospitality trays are placed in each bedroom / suite with tea and coffee making facilities.
Reason for sale:
The business in now available for sale allowing our client to take a well-deserved early retirement.
Tenure:
We are advised that the tenure is Freehold.
Staff:
The business is run by our client and partner.
Opening Hours:
The business is open all year round with bookings in place for the coming year.
Financial Information:
Turnover – Available on request.
Summary:
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to live and work in a place of natural outstanding beauty with fabulous views of the Lake District.
This stunning well-established and well-respected business is set in its own grounds with beautiful gardens, giving the new owner/s a lifestyle change of opportunity and investment in one of the most beautiful village settings in Cumbria.
The owner has welcomed visitors from around the world and the business continues with much loyal and repeat trade.
This business must be viewed to appreciate the outstanding dedication and passion our client has put into the business, coupled with the fantastic reviews, excellent turnover and with much loyal and repeat trade, this is certainly not one to be missed.
Therefore, AJF Commercial Business Sales strongly recommend early discussions to view.
Contact Details:
If you would like to contact us to discuss the business in further detail or to arrange a viewing, you can by the following methods:
Telephone – 01204 325 101
Email – enquiries@ajfcommercial.co.uk
Website – www.ajfcommercial.co.uk
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