AJF Commercial Business Sales are pleased to welcome to the market this stunning, highly recommended leasehold Guest House with 4 beautifully decorated guest letting bedrooms for sale in the picturesque and historic tourist village of Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria.
The Lake district is a UNESCO World Heritage site and receives around 18 million visitors every year.
Ambleside is a busy, vibrant and historic town in the heart of the Lake District, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
The Lakes B&B is perfectly located in the very centre of Ambleside, just off the main arterial A591 road and being a short drive away from the A590 and M6 motorway.
The guest house draws a large amount of trade with its central location for tourists and holiday makers who are wanting to explore the beautiful countryside and lakes within the highly popular Lake District.
England’s largest lake, lake Windermere is a short 15 minute walk from the B&B with cruises from its pier allowing visitors to explore the lakes and mountains.
The town is serviced by public transport, and just a short drive away is Windermere train station.
The town hosts a range of complimentary gift and retail shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, hotels and three cinemas all being on the doorstep of the guest house, therefore attracting many visitors all year through.
Throughout the town there are numerous car parks for visitors and the business offers free car parking for all guests.
This eye-catching slate built highly visible 3 storey stone building stands in a prominent terraced position with wonderful views over towards the mountains, the town and the stunning countryside beyond.
Business:
The business has been run by our client for over 10 years, and over this time have gained an excellent reputation for providing a warm and welcoming stay for guests with repeat business year on year.
The guest house hosts 4 beautifully decorated guest letting suites and bedrooms on the first and second floors with fantastic views towards the Village, Loughrigg Fell and beyond.
Guests can enjoy a delicious home cooked breakfast in the morning in the superb dining room overlooking the town.
The guest house has fantastic reviews online, is registered with Booking.com and has a website in place.
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 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 our client.
Premises:
Good sized highly visible corner slate stone premises set out over 3 floors with stunning views of the of the town of Ambleside and the mountains.
Beautiful private patio / courtyard garden to the rear, well stocked with a range of plants, trees and shrubs and useful outside storage buildings and garage.
Off road car parking space on the front of the property, and one located to the rear.
Garage to the rear which has potential for home office or gym. The garage is currently used for the storage of bikes and outdoor gear which is a welcome for the visiting guests who want to take part in outdoor activities ie walking, cycling, and the many swimming and canoeing events that take place within the Lakes.
Front / Side entrance door leading into good sized welcoming hallway and reception area.
Door leading into superbly fitted out dining room for guests with a range of tables and chairs with buffet style options and fridge.
Seating area with bucket style seats, book shelf and coffee table.
(Note with having a front entrance door, the dining area could easily be turned into a café or tearoom during the day with the amount of passing daily trade, thus enhancing the already healthy turnover – Subject to consent being obtained).
Stairs leading to first and second floors where there are 4 x guest letting bedrooms (and two private owners bedrooms) with views which briefly comprise:
Guest bedroom 1 – with ensuite facilities.
Guest bedroom 2 – with ensuite facilities.
Guest bedroom 3 – with ensuite facilities.
Guest bedroom 4 – with ensuite facilities.
All bedrooms have been beautifully decorated throughout with many original features and all having an individual colour theme. The bedrooms have views looking towards Loughrigg Fell, St Mary’s parish church, Wansfell and Ambleside.
All bedrooms are equipped with TVs, a range of toiletries, towels, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities and Tassimo coffee machines.
There are a range of cupboards which are used for linen, towels and accessories.
Superfast WI-FI broadband available.
Owners Private Accommodation:
Ground Floor:
Fully fitted galley kitchen with a range of wall and base units and a range of cooking appliances, some of which include: two ovens, fridges, freezers, oven warmer, microwaves and toastie machine.
Door leading into patio garden.
Good sized lounge with window views towards the beautiful rear patio / courtyard garden area.
Garage / Workshop.
Utility / Shower Room with washing machine, tumble dryer and owners shower room.
Secure gate leading to rear private car parking space.
(Lower Ground Floor: currently used for storage and hosts the hot water boiler and hot water system).
First Floor:
2 x double bedrooms currently used as owner’s bedrooms.
(Note: 1 x bedroom could be converted to an additional guest letting bedroom giving 5 guest letting bedrooms for the business).
Reason for sale:
The business in now available for sale allowing our clients to take a well-deserved retirement.
Tenure:
We are advised that the tenure is Leasehold.
Rates:
We are advised that the business is currently exempt from Business Rates.
Staff:
The guest house is run by our client and partner.
Opening Hours:
The guest accommodation 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 mounting views.
This established and well-respected guest house is in the most idyllic location with a 15 minute walk to the lake, thus giving a lifestyle change of opportunity and investment in one of the most beautiful village settings in Cumbria.
The owners have welcomed visitors from around the world over the past 10 years with much repeat trade.
The business has been beautifully decorated throughout which is a credit to our client and is walk in / start trading condition.
With the added bonus running a café and tea room from the premises is welcoming, thus would enhance the current turnover.
This business must be viewed to appreciate the outstanding dedication and passion our clients have put into the business, coupled with the fantastic reviews and with much loyal and repeat trade and the quality of fixtures and fittings within, 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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