Aultbea Lodges In Aultbea For Sale

Business description

Aultbea Lodges form a well known and long established holiday letting business enjoying year-round support and a loyal client base which generates a high percentage of repeat bookings. Originally built in 1980, all 4 properties have been well maintained both inside and out resulting in a VisitScotland 4-Star Rating. Each Lodge has its individual site, ample parking and surrounding garden area which provide a degree of privacy together with the opportunity to relax outside and enjoy good weather. The lodges benefit from an elevated site and tremendous seaward views towards the stunning coastline for which the area is renowned. Each lodge offers all the comforts of home and all are set out and furnished to an identically high specification which supports both a uniform standard and ease of upkeep. By its very nature, self catering accommodation is not nearly as labour intensive as serviced accommodation where rooms have to be maintained on a daily basis and there is an ongoing catering requirement. Holiday Lodges are serviced on the changeover day which minimises the workload, laundry and management time.

The West Coast of Scotland is famous for its micro-climate, spectacular countryside and rugged mountains which in turn meet the stunning coastline and beautiful beaches. The wonderful scenery and the traditional community in Aultbea combine to make the area highly popular with those seeking a relaxing holiday in the Scottish Highlands. Such are these enduring attributes that Aultbea Lodges enjoy a loyal client base and a good level of repeat bookings. The village itself benefits from a licensed grocery shop, excellent butcher, post office and two hotels which offer a choice of provisions and catering to support the personal choice of those holidaying at the Lodges.
On the activities side there are no shortage of opportunities. The coastal location supports sea-fishing and sailing in addition to a wide range of birdlife. The beautiful Scottish terrain offers varied degrees of challenge from the more leisurely hill walking to more stretching mountaineering. Golf, freshwater fishing and simply relaxing amidst unspoilt surroundings are other favoured options.
The vendor purchased the Lodges in 2003, extensively refurbished them in 2004 and has, since then, run them as a successful holiday letting venture. It is the owner’s wish to retire and a recent change in health that brings this business and investment opportunity onto the market.

THE PROPERTY
The 4 lodges are of identical ‘A’ frame design with wooden clad exterior. All are very well presented with high quality internal finishes and double glazing throughout. The lodges enjoy good individual spacing, parking and garden area ensuring privacy for visitors.

DESCRIPTION
The lodges are located at the edge of the village of Aultbea and are approached from the A832 by a tarmac access road. The 4 lodges offered for sale form part of an original development of 10 lodges, 5 of which are now in private ownership and 1 is intended for retention by the current owners. However, the 5th lodge could be made available to let or can be rented by new owners over letting season if required; any arrangement on this matter is outwith the advertised sales price. All are accessed by the common roadway and sit to the left in numbered order, each one enjoying a beautiful vista towards the foreshore. The lodges are offered for sale on a “going concern” basis and as such are fully furnished and equipped. They benefit from a spacious veranda to the seaward side with steps to an outside picnic table in the private garden.

Each Lodge comprises of:-

LIVING AREA
This attractive room has large feature patio doors which open directly onto the veranda, offering exceptional sea views across the village and harbour. The room benefits from a neatly pine panelled ceiling, has a comfortable 3 piece suite and dining table and chairs. A smart range of facilities include a modern living flame fire, television, DVD, radio and CD player.
KITCHEN
The kitchen is of a modern design and is particularly well equipped. Facilities include, Fridge/Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, 4 ring cooker/oven with extract canopy, washing machine, pine panelled ceiling, attractive spotlights and vinyl floor covering.
DOUBLE BEDROOM & TWIN BEDROOM
Bedrooms are well equipped with good quality pine wardrobes, bedside cabinets and chest of drawers.
FAMILY BATHROOM
The bathroom has a white suite comprising of a bath with shower over, WC and wash-hand basin. It also benefits from a heated towel rail, vented extract fan and vinyl floor covering.

GROUNDS
The lodges are well spaced in their own grounds, each with its individual drying area and outside seating. The garden is laid to a mixture of grass and shrubs. All lodges have ample parking and well maintained access roads.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and private drainage. Lodges have electric heating and each has a new hot water system.

TRADE
Income is maintained below the VAT threshold with an excellent profit conversion ratio. Investment in this attractive business opportunity offers an income of circa £35,000. The lodges currently trade on a restricted 8-month basis by choice, offering expansion opportunity for enthusiastic new owners to trade for 11 months of the year.



PRICE
Offers over £320,000 are invited for the heritable property complete with goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory).

Property information

Property:

Freehold

Location:

Aultbea village itself benefits from a licenced grocery shop, excellent butcher, post office and two hotels which offer a choice of provisions and catering to support the personal choice of those holidaying at the Lodges.
DIRECTIONS Aultbea Lodges are located at the edge of the village of Aultbea overlooking Loch Ewe.

Premises details:

EACH LODGE COMPRISES OF:-
LIVING AREA
This attractive room has large feature patio doors which open directly onto the verandah, offering exceptional sea views across the village and harbour. The room benefits from a neatly pine panelled ceiling, has a comfortable 3 piece suite and dining table and chairs. A smart range of facilities include a modern living flame fire, television, DVD, radio and CD player.
KITCHEN
The kitchen is of a modern design and is particularly well equipped. Facilities include, Fridge/Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, 4-ring cooker/oven with extract canopy, washing machine, pine panelled ceiling, attractive spotlights and vinyl floor covering.
DOUBLE BEDROOM & TWIN BEDROOM
Bedrooms are well equipped with good quality pine wardrobes, bedside cabinets and chest of drawers.
FAMILY BATHROOM
The bathroom has a white suite comprising of a bath with shower over, WC and wash-hand basin. It also benefits from a heated towel rail, vented extract fan and vinyl floor covering.
GROUNDS
The lodges are well spaced in their own grounds, each with its individual drying area and outside seating. The garden is laid to a mixture of grass and shrubs. All lodges have ample parking and well-maintained access roads.

Business Operation

Reasons for selling:

The owners wish to retire.

Years established:

The vendor purchased the Lodges in 2003, extensively refurbished them in 2004 and has, since then, run them as a successful holiday letting venture. It is the owners retiral that brings this business and investment opportunity onto the market.

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