The Albannach Hotel, Baddidarroch,

Lochinver, Sutherland, IV27 4LP

Offers Over

£540,000 (Freehold)

• A unique and stunning boutique hotel set in the rugged North-West Highlands close to Lochinver with breath-taking views to lochs and hills

• Located on the North Coast 500, this established award-winning business trades seasonally as a hotel and on a restricted basis during the winter months

• Five stunning rooms offering a high level of quality and comfort plus a charming 20-seat restaurant

• Excellent owner’s accommodation with four rooms set within the main house plus a self-contained 1-bedroom flat within the grounds

• Idyllic setting and grounds extending to circa 5 acres with attractive walled garden and a private jetty giving access to the bay

DESCRIPTIONThe Albannach Hotel is a rarely available business withthe subjects dating back to the early 1800s. This propertyhas a character and charm seldom experienced in such abusiness and its true value can only be appreciatedthrough viewing. The hotel with its elevated position isset within an area offering both ruggedness and beauty inequal measure. The landscapes surrounding the hotelinclude moorland, sandy beaches, lochs and toweringmountains.

The Hotel is a well-established business which has beenendorsed through the many awards it has achieved overthe years. The quality of fixtures and fittings is of a veryhigh standard and is also reflected in the quality ofcrockery used (Highland Stoneware Pottery) The currentproprietors have invested intelligently and significantly inthe development of this superb property. This highlyattractive boutique hotel trades 2 double en-suite lettingbedrooms and 3 luxurious suites. In addition, thebusiness has a 20-seat restaurant which has a finereputation for excellence in cuisine. These stylish guestfacilities are supported by outstanding service areas.

The hotel is set within 5 acres of amenity space for bothguests and owners plus offering some developmentpotential subject to consents. There are 4 private roomsand a shower room used by the owners as their personalaccommodation in a private wing. There is a doublegarage which has a two-bedroom flat above making thisan ideal space for extended family, staff accommodationor letting depending on the business model adopted bynew owners. All these elements combine to produce amuch sought after business and spacious home.

TRADEThe Albannach Hotel trades year-round but to asomewhat restricted level through the wintermonths due to personal preference. The currentowner’s previously traded Thursday to Sundayoffering Dinner Bed and Breakfast and on a B&Bbasis only on Tuesday and Wednesday closing all dayon a Monday. Going forward the intention is tooperate solely as a Bed and Breakfast.

The Hotel trades 2 quality letting bedrooms and 3exquisite suites and due to the level of provision areable to charge high end tariffs. The stylish andgenerously sized rooms lend themselves to betraded on a stylish boutique bed and breakfast basisonly. New owners could continue to operate thismodel or if they have a penchant for cooking maydecide to reinstate the evening meal provision. Thecurrent owners have a tremendous reputation fortheir excellent food and have been awarded a one-Michelin star. The business is eminently sustainableeither as a high-end small hotel or as a quality bedand breakfast.

The Albannach is renowned as a go-to destinationhotel utilising its own website and a number oflisting websites to market the business. No onlinebooking system is in place and this is certainly anarea which could be developed by new owners.Being situated on the North Coast 500, the businessbenefits from a consistent level of trade with manypeople who stay at other locally based holidayaccommodation choosing to eat at The Albannach.

LOCATIONLochinver is a picturesque Highland fishing villageenjoying a stunning setting with an abundance of wildliferight on its doorstep. Wild deer are commonplace in thesurrounding hills and glens, sharing their habitat withgolden eagles, sea eagles, black-throated divers,ptarmigan, wild goats, pine marten and mountain hareamongst others. In the streams and lochs otter, salmonand sea trout can be observed. This rugged area is world-renowned for its outdoor pursuits includingmountaineering, hill walking, cycling, photography, fishingand game sports. Less energetic visitors enjoy the manyhistoric and fascinating places of interest and, of course,the outstanding natural beauty of the area including thecaptivating sandy beaches, just a short walk from thehotel.

The mountains and hills within the area offer walks for allability levels and are home to many unique habitats forflora and fauna that attract visitors from all around theworld. Towering above Lochinver and its deep sea lochare two spectacular yet accessible peaks, Suilven, 'theSugar Loaf' and Canisp. Both provide a challenging day'swalk from the Albannach and both are visible from thehotels conservatory and garden grounds. Lochinver is anexcellent base from which to explore the beautiful westcoast with Gairloch, Ullapool and Kylesku close by.

The village and area of Lochinver has a range of facilitiesincluding hotels, cafés, general stores, Post Office and apetrol station. Excellent primary schooling is availablewithin the village and secondary schooling is provided inUllapool. Ullapool also has a wide range of communityfacilities including the ferry to the Outer Hebrides pluswide a choice of shops and a supermarket.

REASON FOR SELLINGThe vendors purchased the business in 1990 and haveenjoyed developing both the physical and trading aspects.It is now their desire to focus on other business interestsin the area that brings this highly attractive hotel to themarket.

THE PROPERTYThe main building is of stone construction under a slateroof and was originally constructed in 1805 with furtherextension in 1889. The main property is set over 3 floors.There is a separate annex (The Byre Suite) which wasrecently upgraded and a double garage with modern 2-bedroom accommodation above.

PUBLIC AREASAccess to the main building is from a set of patiodoors leading into the spacious conservatorywhich has seating for 14 on a mix of patio styleseating and sofas. This pleasant area has a tiledfloor with some wood panelling to the rearproviding an initial feel of quality. From theconservatory, views can be had over the bay andtowards the impressive mountains includingSuilven and Canisp.

The door to the left of the conservatory leads to asung lounge which is set to soft furnishings andhas a solid fuel fire place. This attractive room haslovely wood floors and is wood-panelledthroughout. The centre door leads to an innerhallway with a W.C. and set of stairs leading to thefirst letting room known as the Loft Suite.

From the right extremity of the conservatory is afurther door leading to a second inner hallwaywhich provides access to stairs leading to the 2 en-suite bedrooms and the Penthouse Suite plus onthe ground floor to the spacious and traditionaldining room.

The dining room is configured to a ‘U’ shape withthe protruding wall providing an attractive back toback fire place. The dining room benefits fromquality fixtures and fittings and offers acomfortable setting for up to 20 covers.

LETTING ACCOMMODATIONThe high-quality accommodation makes this property and business a unique enterprise. All rooms aregenerously proportioned and the suites offer excellent living space and facilities. The rooms are individuallydesigned with bespoke furniture offering quality and comfort to the highest standard. All the rooms benefitfrom views to front of the subjects over the garden grounds towards the hills and Lochs.

Room 1Set to a four-poster double bed this attractive room has a feature fire-place and stunning views. The roomhas a small dressing/ utility area. The en-suite facilities comprise bathroom with shower over bath, W.C. andwash-hand basin.

Room 2This spacious and smart double en-suite room has a tub bath, separate shower, W.C., wash-hand basin andbidet. There is a small utility area.

THE LOFT SUITEThis attractive suite has a king-size bed with an adjoininglounge area fitted with a sofabed and has a feature fireplace.

The Loft has a large en-suitewith shower and separate airbath plus white units (Jack andJill WHB, W.C and bidet).

It benefits from a privatedecking area to the rear of theproperty set with patiofurniture.

THE PENTHOUSE SUITEThe most spacious Penthouse Suite provides a super-king bedplus separate sitting area with sofa bed and a dressing room.

Benefiting from large en-suite facilities which include a separateshower, separate bath plus white units (WHB, W.C and bidet).

Double aspect windows with excellent mountain views.

THE BYREThis detached accommodation benefits from asuper-king / zip and link bed.

An attractive feature of this suite is the sun roomwhich leads to a private terrace complete withhot tub and stunning mountain views.

The en-suite facilities include a separate bath andshower plus white units (Jack and Jill sink, W.Cand bidet).

SERVICE AREASThe business has very good service areas which include abar preparation area off the dining room and a well-appointed commercial kitchen with an excellent range offood preparation equipment etc.

Additional service areas include a pot-wash area, alaundry, fridge storage area and wine cellar.

OWNERS ACCOMMODATIONThe owner’s accommodation is in the process of beingupgraded and comprises of 4 rooms. One room is usedcurrently as a double bedroom with an en-suite showerroom, and one as a lounge/office area. The 2 other roomscould be configured to suit the needs of new owners butreasonably could be a study and further bedroom asrequired.

The owners accommodation has access to a private patioarea over looking the frontal aspects of the property.

SELF- CATERING / STAFF ACCOMMODATIONThe modern self-contained accommodation unit is locatedabove the double garage positioned to the lower aspectsof the site. Access to the accommodation is via concretesteps leading to a double glazed outer door. Internally theproperty is set to a single corridor with all rooms off.

There is a small but functionally kitchenette and a well-appointed bathroom. There are two double sizedbedrooms plus a lounge; the latter has a door leading to adecking area providing a most stunning external seatingarea.

GROUNDSThe hotel is well sign-posted and is accessed from agated entrance with a sweeping tarmac drivewayleading to the car park which can comfortablyaccommodate 8 cars. The parking area is set belowthe hotel but vehicular access to the hotel is possiblefor the drop off of passengers and luggage etc. Thereis a spacious patio area to the front of the hotel andthere is guest seating on the lawn to the front of thesubjects.

The property benefits from a double garage (oneautomated door and one manual) which houses theself-catering unit above. There is an extension to thegarage providing ample storage. The subjects extendto circa 5 acres offering ample recreational groundwith an attractive feature of having its own privatejetty. To the front of the main building is an attractivewalled garden, mainly laid to grass. Within thegrounds are numerous outbuildings plus a 40ft poly-tunnel.

SERVICESWith mains electricity, water and drainage, thebusiness uses calor gas for cooking. The hotelbenefits from oil-fired central heating with underfloorheating in the letting bedrooms. The hotel is mainlydouble glazed. The business is fully fire and EHOcompliant. The site benefits from Wi-Fi. The Self-contained 2-bedroom unit above the garage utilisesgas central heating.

EPC RATINGThe property has an energy rating of ‘tbc’.

WEBSITEwww.thealbannach.co.uk

LICENSINGThe Inn has a liquor license under the provision of the LicensingScotland Act 2005. A copy of the Operating Plan will be madeavailable to interested parties after viewing.

RATESThe rateable value of the Albannach Hotel as at 1 April 2017 is£18,000 benefiting from a 25% discount under Small BusinessBonus Scheme with a net liability of £6291 for eligible applicants.

PRICEOffers over £540,000 are invited for the heritable propertycomplete with goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory).

TRADEThe Albannach Hotel trades profitably and full trading figures will bepresented post viewing.

FINANCE & LEGAL SERVICESASG Commercial is in touch with several lenders who providespecialist finance to the hospitality trade. Paul Hart (DirectorCommercial Sales) will be delighted to discuss your financingrequirements with you and make an appropriate introduction. Wehave access to a large team of legal experts who can act in all legalmatters arising.

DIRECTIONSThe hotel is sign posted from the Baddidarroch Road which is located off the A837 on the outskirtsof the village of Lochinver; see the inset map. Inverness 86 miles / Ullapool 36 miles.

VIEWINGAll appointments to view must be made through the vendors selling agents:ASG Commercial Ltd, 17 Kenneth Street, Inverness, IV3 5NRTel: 01463 714757Mob: 07799 896931 (Paul Hart)Mob: 07557 785879 (Jackie MacGregor)E-mail: info@asgcommercial.co.ukWebsite: www.asgcommercial.co.uk

OFFERSAll offers should be submitted in writing to ASG Commercial Ltd with whom purchasers shouldregister their interest if they wish to be advised of a closing date if one is set.