Rudha-Na-Craige Inverary Argyll and Bute PA32 8XT www.cclproperty.com
Rudha-Na-Craige Inveraray Argyll and Bute PA32 8XT It is with great pleasure that CCL bring to market Rudha- Na-Craige, a 4 star luxury guest house overlooking the famous Loch Fyne. A most impressive detached house, tastefully refurbished by the current owners the property boasts 6 luxury ensuite letting rooms, spacious public rooms and private owner s accommodation. Fully licensed the Rudha-Na-Craige is available as a wedding venue and can cater for small intimate occasions or much larger events with a marquee on the lawn. At the rear of the property the former stables have valid planning permission for conversion into a 1 and 2-bedroom self-catering apartments. With a wealth of original features throughout this charming guest house has huge potential for new owners and will make an idyllic lifestyle change. Beautifully restored Victorian Property Visit Scotland 4 Star Gold Stunning Loch Views Private Gardens Alcohol License Bright Guests Dining Room 1 Bedroom Owners Accommodation Excellent Reviews 6 En-Suite Letting Rooms Situation Rudha Na Craige, is an attractive and substantial building with stunning views across the beautiful Loch Fyne, located on the A83 a short walk from the centre of Inveraray. A popular and much sought after town located in the heart of Argyll and Bute. Inveraray Castle is home to the Duke of Argyll. A very popular tourist destination Inveraray has a good range of local amenities including primary school, doctor s surgery, leisure club with swimming pool, and a wide range of independent shops and with many places to eat and drink. The house is situated next to the town's nine hole golf course which is open to all visitors. The area is also well known for its choice of outdoor activities and is particularly sought after for its water sports, including sailing, boating, fishing and diving. It is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, climbers, hill walkers and for pony trekking. Inveraray has become very popular for the MotoScotland off-road motorbike training centre and Argyll Estates offer country sports including shooting and stalking. Inveraray is 24 miles from Lochgilphead, 34 miles from Oban Airport and 55 miles from Glasgow Airport. The nearest station is Dalmally railway station approximately 15 miles away. Inveraray is also serviced by City Link Buses from Glasgow and Oban.
The sale of Rudha-Na-Craige is a wonderful opportunity to purchase a truly exceptional lifestyle business overlooking the stunning Loch Fyne. Fully licensed with 6 luxury ensuite letting rooms there is great potential for new owners to expand the business in a number of different directions. Viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate this idyllic opportunity. The Business Rudha-Na-Craige is a well-established 4 Star Gold Guest House benefiting from an excellent reputation and subsequent outstanding reviews. The luxurious guest house boasts 6 en-suite letting rooms laid in a variety of configurations to suit guest requirements. Each of the rooms are individually decorated to a high standard with a variety of Laura Ashley and Farrow & Ball paints, fabrics, furniture and ornaments. All rooms are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, fine quality toiletries and binoculars to allow guests to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The business purchases corporate membership to the Loch Fyne Hotel Spa to provide a free benefit to guests. The business is currently open from April through to the end of October with the strong tourist trade in the area ensuring demand is high for quality accommodation during these months. Prices start at 62 per room per night, ranging up to 125 per room per night- on a Bed and Breakfast basis. Breakfast is served in the guest Dining Room which is currently set for 14 covers, however there is room for additional covers to be added. An opportunity to expand the catering element of the business could be to serve light lunches and evening meals, broadening the scope of the alcohol license which is currently held. Marketing for the business is carried out via the property s own website with online booking system, along with third party booking sites such as Visit Scotland, Booking.com and on review site TripAdvisor, where the guest house is very prominently listed. Rudha Na Craige is also becoming a popular venue choice within the town for wedding ceremonies having hosted ceremonies and receptions for party sizes ranging from 4 to 150 guests. There is seating capacity for 35 inside and for larger weddings a marquee is utilised taking full advantage of the beautiful grounds and the fabulous backdrop of Loch Fyne. The Property Rudha-Na-Craigie is a substantial historic house dating back to the 1860's. The beautiful property, originally commissioned by the Duke of Argyll in 1863 for the town s Procurator Fiscal, is one of the largest and most important properties in the area. It has been sympathetically modernised by the current owners to maintain much of its original charm and character. Spread over three floors each of the rooms have been individually designed to provide luxurious accommodation. Walking in the main front door, guests are welcomed into an impressive tiled entrance hall with chandelier, cornicing and stairs leading to the upper floors. Below the stairs is a guest WC. Immediately on the left is the Guest Dining Room with bay windows to the front giving beautiful views out to Loch Fyne and the countryside beyond. Currently set for 14 covers, there is room for more if required. Tastefully decorated the room features a high ceiling, cornicing and a decorative light fitting. The room also features an open fireplace with decorative stone surround on a slate hearth. The Dining Room uniquely houses a baby grand piano, for those musically inclined. There is also built in shelving with various books and games for guests to enjoy. To the rear of the hall is the warm and welcoming Guest Lounge with wood burning stove. The room is decorated with a selection of soft furnishings providing a comfortable seating area for guests. Large windows overlook the rear garden. On the opposite side of the hallway is a room currently utilised as an office/owners lounge. There is also another hallway with access to the boiler room, staff WC and kitchen. The semicommercial kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units providing ample storage and workspace, along with a kitchen island in the centre with stools surrounding. The room benefits from integrated appliances including; fridge, oven, grill, microwave and gas hobs with overhead extractor. The kitchen in turn provides access to the utility room which currently houses the additional fridge, freezers, washing machine and tumble dryers. From the utility room there is a back door to the garden and stairs which lead to the owners accommodation on the first floor, comprising of lounge, master bedroom with walkin wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with bath/shower. From the main hallway, stairs lead to the first floor where 4 of the Guest Rooms are located; The Cairngorm Suite: Deluxe double bedroom with king size bed decorated in soft neutral tones with original Victorian features and outstanding views over Loch Fyne. En-suite with bath, walk-in shower, WC and sink. The en-suite features a window seat looking onto the Loch. Strathmore: Located to the front of the property, Strathmore enjoys beautiful views of Loch Fyne. This large double bedroom is tastefully decorated and furnished with a king size bed. The room boasts a luxury en-suite with walk-in shower. Kinglas: Situated to the rear of the property, Kinglas is a large master bedroom with a window seat looking to the Loch and another window onto the garden. Stylishly decorated. High ceiling and cornicing. Invigorating en-suite shower room. Glendaruel: Spacious single occupancy bedroom with oak Double Bed. Sitting to the rear of the property looking onto the peaceful garden. Victorian features and decorated in neutral tones. Adjoining en-suite with shower. Following the stairs from the main landing leads up to the top floor landing where there are two storage rooms and provides access to the two further letting rooms; Shira: A comfortable Double room with king size oak bed. Window seat looks out over Loch Fyne and to the distant mountains. The room is decorated in soft neutral tones. Lovely en-suite shower room. Aray Suite: The second room on the top floor Aray is a deluxe twin bedroom, a spacious suite with twin double oak beds. Tastefully decorated, the bedroom boasts 3 windows providing alternative views of the surrounding area. Excellent en-suite facilities with bath, walk-in shower and twin wash hand basins. This landing also leads to the Prayer Room, the round room at the top of the stair turret, currently used as additional storage space. External Rudha-Na-Craige occupies a wonderful position overlooking the beautiful Loch Fyne. Surrounded by mature gardens with large areas of lawn there is ample parking space at the front of the property. At the rear is an old stable and coach house that has planning permission for conversion into 2 selfcatering apartments and a laundry for the main house which offers enormous scope for further expansion.
Services Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil Central Heating Trading Figures The business trades profitably beneath the VAT threshold by choice. Full trading information will be released after formal viewing has taken place. Tenure The property is held on the Scottish equivalent of a freehold. Legal Costs Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs incurred in the transaction. Inventory An inventory will be compiled outlining all items to be included in the sale. Price Offers Over 775,000 are sought for this heritable property, fixtures, fittings and goodwill. Stock in trade will be additional at valuation. Selling? If you are thinking of selling your property and would like a FREE valuation and market appraisal then please call our team on 01343 610520. CCL Group Ltd t/a CCL Property 62 High Street, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1BU 01343 610520, info@cclproperty.com, www.cclproperty.com