The Winchester Keswick CONTACT US Well established attractive guest house superbly located only 3 minutes stroll from Keswick town centre 6 individual and well proportioned en suite guest rooms Spacious 1 bedroom owners' accommodation (extra bedroom if required) Strong turnover below VAT threshold with substantial profits on 8 months trading per year - B&B only Viewing is strictly by prior appointment with Colliers International through: Haydn Spedding Hotels 0161 831 3333 haydn.spedding@colliers.com Property Ref: 222687 Offers around 515,000 - Freehold Colliers International Chancery Place Brown Street Manchester M2 2JT www.colliers.com/uk/hotels
The Winchester is an attractive, imposing end of terrace Victorian villa guest house. Situated just a 3 minute level stroll into the centre of Keswick. Commanding a superb position on the corner of Blencathra St and Wordsworth St which is just off the main route into Keswick. Ideal for passing trade if required. Arranged over 2 floors with an excellent layout offering 6 attractive individual well proportioned double/twin en suite letting bedrooms and a spacious 1 bedroom owners accommodation (with benefit of additional bedroom if required). The Winchester boasts wonderful views towards the Skiddaw range and is an extremely popular destination for its many guests. The hub of the Northern Lakes and gateway to the undiscovered Western Lake District, Keswick lies on the shores of Derwentwater against a stunning backdrop of the fells of Skiddaw and Blencathra. Most of the town was built at the time that the Cockermouth / Keswick / Penrith Railway was built but Keswick has a fascinating history from the prehistoric stone circle at Castlerigg, the founding of St. Kentigerns Church to the 13th Century Market Charter. More recently, the new worldrenowned ''Theatre by The Lake'' has complimented the galleries and attractions to make Keswick the activity capital of the Lake District but for many, the weekend is too short a period to enjoy this wonderful area, where its many lovely guest houses enjoy an ever widening tourist season. Acquired by the current owners in 2006.The Winchester trades for 8 months only and purposefully below the VAT threshold - the business produces substantial profits, does not use agency bookings and has the benefit of many returning guests. With so many good places to eat in the evenings, all within such close proximity, they have been able to enjoy an excellent lifestyle trading on a B&B basis only. Having enjoyed their years at The Winchester, the owners are now looking forward to their retirement. THE PROPERTY Winchester House is built of Lakeland stone and rendered to the gable wall under a pitched local slate roof. The accommodation is laid out on ground and two upper floors. PUBLIC AREAS Vestibule. Delightful and typically Victorian reception hall. Dining room with feature bay window usually set to seat 14. Attractive Victorian fireplace. LETTING BEDROOMS 6 letting bedrooms to sleep 14 (4 double, 1 twin, and 1 family room). 1 double bedroom has an en suite bathroom while a further 5 bedrooms have en suite shower rooms. All bedrooms have central heating radiator,flat screen TV with Freeview, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. There is an additional single bedrooms which could provide an additional letting bedroom if desired. OWNERS' ACCOMMODATION The resident owners have the benefit of a spacious lounge, having an attractive fireplace with fitted gas fire in an Adamstyle surround. Store cupboard. Shower room with three-piece suite and double bedroom.
SERVICE AREAS Spacious L-shaped kitchen with a comprehensive range of fitted units. Separate storage/freezer area. OUTSIDE Delightful and well-maintained garden to the front, small side area and rear paved patio. SERVICES Allerdale District Council at Workington (01900) 326333. Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas. Gas-fired central heating. Predominantly double glazed. LISTINGS Visit Britain 4 Star Guest Accommodation Visit Britain Breakfast Award WEBSITE www.the-winchester.co.uk TRADE Trading 8 months a year only (closed in the winter). The current owners trade below the VAT threshold and do not take agency bookings and thus the business benefits from outstanding profits. PRICE Offers around 515,000 are invited for the freehold property complete with goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory), excluding personal items. Stock at valuation. FINANCE Colliers International is able to assist prospective purchasers by introducing sources of finance if required. Whilst we do not charge the buyer for this service, we may receive an introductory commission from the lender or broker involved. TO VIEW All appointments to view MUST be made through the vendors' agents who are acting with sole selling rights. DIRECTIONS Travelling West on A66, leave the first signposted route to Keswick. Travel down the hill (The Hawthorns) to the T-junction at the bottom. Turn right, crossing the old railway bridge and past the fire station of your left. Take the next left-hand turn (Millfield Retirement Home on the corner) and turn first right into Blencathra Street. Winchester House is prominently situated on the left-hand side of the road. Trading information can be available to interested parties after viewing.
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