Award Winning Guest House With Stunning Sea Views For Sale - Scarborough , North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Asking price: £535,000

Business description: This is an extremely succesful and profitable lifestyle business, easily run by a couple with no staff.(see reviews on www.tripadviser.com) Trading to a very high standard the six/seven roomed guest accomodation has achieved Four Stars with a Silver Award. The business primarily provides fabulous traditional bed and breakfast accomodation in its six elegantly and individually decorated guest rooms all of which boast excellent private en-suite facilities. The building is a substantial and immaculate five storey Regency Townhouse of enormous charm and character which retains many original features. It is often described as a 'Tardis' due to its decptive size It is situated in a fabulous position in the sought after Old Town area of Scarborough.(see article Sunday Times home section of 27th July 'Top 10 Seaside Hot Spots'- timesonline.co.uk/home) in the lea of Scarborough Castle and with stunning views of the harbour and South Bay. Although in a quiet street we are just 3minutes from the sea front. The property comprises of 6 individually decorated en-suite bedrooms, charming residents lounge with sea views, elegant licenced dining room and bar, washroom, colourful conservatory, large south facing walled garden. New kitchen and white goods. Tall Storeys has earned an enviable reputation for its quality of facilities and friendly hospitality in the course of many years succesful trading. It is superbly equipped with hand made four poster or half tester beds, chandeliers, beautiful mirrors and lamps, long case clocks, lovely furniture and high quality bedding and mattresses plus fine china. The accent in all things is quality. At present the business operates very profitably for just 9months a year, (outside of owners holidays) but due to desirable coastal position derives an excellent income even during winter months. Tall Storeys enjoys much repeat business from its association with the Stephen Joseph Theatre (where Sir Alan Ayckbourn previews all his plays) through its invited entry in the theatre brochure. This business offers an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for the great combination of a thriving, easily managed and superbly equipped going concern coupled with a charming home in an appealing and desirable coastal setting. Any new owner wishing to extend the trading period and/or pursue providing evening meals, which are often requested, could considerably increase profitability.

Years established: 17years

Employees: no employees

Trading hours: to suit owners, at present 9months approx

Property : Freehold

Living accomodation: High standard one bedroom owners accomodation. Utility room, lounge, office lovely en-suite bedroom with french window to garden.

Location: Fantastic position in the sought after Old Town area of the premier seaside resort of Scarborough on the beautiful North Yorkshire coast. Overlooking the South Bay there are delightful sea, harbour and castle views. Three minutes walk to beach. Four minutes walk to Scarborough castle and the beautiful St Mary's church and graveyard containing Anne Bronte's grave. Close to excellent restaurants and pubs.

Expansion potential: As previously described there is excellent opportunity for continued growth by trading for extended periods including Christmas and New Year, providing evening meals and introducing non-residents licenced dining, to exploit all year local demand. The residents lounge could also be converted to another letting bedroom as there is ample sitting areas in the bar and conservatory. The top floor could easily be converted to a luxurious penthouse suite providing the best views in the house. Separate holiday cottage close by, sleeps 6 to 8 people, could be made available to greatly increase earning potential.

Competition / Market: Tall Storeys is located in a residential area with no immediate competition. It provides a niche market for a small family run business providing excellent quality and personal service. Any new owner is inheriting a business which is well known locally as being a top quality establishment.

Support & training: As desired, any support provided.

Reasons for selling: Retirement

This business for sale has a website: www.tallstoreyshotel.co.uk