Semi-detached house for sale in Greenock PA16, 8 Bedroom

Reference - 46672

Description
The Foresters House is an extremely well run bed and breakfast that has been owned by the current proprietors for over 40 years.

Since purchasing the property, the current vendors have expanded the accommodation, by way of an outbuilding conversion to offer a total of 6 en-suite letting bedrooms, along with a spacious owner’s apartment.

The property has been placed on the market due to the current proprietor’s impending wish to retire.

The business trades throughout the year and its quality is reflected in the number of awards it currently holds, such as achieving 5 out 5 on trip advisor and being rated 3* ‘gold’ by Visit Scotland.

A virtual tour is available on the website

The business enjoys much repeat custom, particularly due to its excellent location in the centre of Inverkip, just a five-minute walk from all transport, local bars, restaurants and the well renowned Inverkip Marina.

Sales
The current vendor keeps the trading figures beneath the current VAT threshold.

Accounts
Current year end accounts can be requested after a viewing by genuinely interested parties.

Trading Hours
The business trades all year round.

Staff
The business is currently managed by the owners on a day to day basis.

Building External
The front of the property is straight to the street, with ample on street parking.
To the rear of the property you will find a well maintained and mature garden area. The garden is laid mostly to lawn, with a stone patio and mature shrubbery and borders.

To the rear of the gardens you will find vehicular access to a double garage, along with off street parking for 4 cars.

Building Internal
The Foresters House is a traditionally built semi-detached property, set over two levels.

The main entrance is from the front which in turn leads into a well presented reception hallway. The hallway is tastefully decorated and gives access to all areas private and public.

To the left on entering, you will find the dedicated guest breakfast room and lounge. This guest area is well presented and furnished with carpet flooring along with wooden tables and chairs. The guest room is tastefully decorated in neutral colours.

Located on the first floor, and accessed via a traditional stairway, you will find the letting bedrooms, along with an ample sized linen cupboard for housekeeping stores.

Room Sizes
Living Room / Dining Room
13'1" x 23'11" (3.99m x 7.29m)
Sitting Room
15'5" x 12'9" (4.7m x 3.89m)
Kitchen
13'1" x 9'6" (3.99m x 2.9m)
Sunroom
11'2" x 8'2" (3.4m x 2.5m)
Utility Room
15'8" x 10'2" (4.78m x 3.1m)
Bedroom 1
14'1" x 9'10" (4.29m x 3m)
Bedroom 2
9'6" x 11'5" (2.9m x 3.48m)
Bedroom 3
8'10" x 7'10" (2.69m x 2.39m)
Bedroom 4
9'6" x 10'2" (2.9m x 3.1m)

Bedroom 5
17'8" x 13'1" (5.39m x 3.99m)
Bedroom 6
13'5" x 15'1" (4.09m x 4.6m)
Bedroom 7
13'5" x 11'9" (4.09m x 3.58m)
Bedroom 8
15'5" x 10'9" (4.7m x 3.28m)
Laundry
2'11" x 7'2" (0.89m x 2.18m)
Garage
18'4" x 15'8" (5.59m x 4.78m)

There are currently 6 letting bedrooms, all of which are equipped with en-suite facilities and are set on the first floor, with two singles located in a converted outbuilding to the rear of the property.

All of the bedrooms have been furnished to a high modern standard and include an LCD TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Residential Accomodation
Located on the ground floor of the property, you will find the spacious owner’s accommodation.

The owner’s accommodation has been designed to be completely separate from the guest areas, and is accessed via a secure door from the main reception hallway.

The owners accommodation comprise of two double bedrooms, a modern shower room with 4 piece white suite, a fully fitted dining kitchen, a utility room with shower room and laundry, a spacious open plan living/dining room and a PVC conservatory, which leads to the rear patios.

Tenure
We are advised that the property is freehold.

We have been unable to check this information and advise prospective purchasers to consult their own solicitor for verification.

Summary
This is a superb, rarely available lifestyle change opportunity to purchase a well established family run business, which offers all year round trade and excellent profits along with genuine growth potential for any new owner.

A viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the property, location and business opportunity in general.