Price:
Freehold - £320,000
Location:
Scotland, Caithness, Wick
Business Type:
Corporate Businesses, Hotels, Pubs
The Sinclair Bay Hotel is a delightful hotel located in the centre of the Caithness town of Keiss, located on the main road between Wick and John O’Groats, on the final stage of the famous Lands End to John O’Groats trek. It is a highly popular tourist destination. It has been owned by the current owners for over 5 year and has been well maintained. This area is ideal for those seeking an active holiday, with surfing and golf being local specialties, or for a more relaxing break, with sandy beaches, fishing and many historical and archaeological attractions in easy reach. This is also an ideal base for trips to the Orkney Islands. The hotel benefits from tourists but also from a lot business bookings, in particular from the energy sector and many other local businesses.
The Property
Entrance is via the main front door into the spacious reception area. To the right is a bright and well-presented dining room that is mainly used for breakfast. There is a corridor to the rear of the property from which access is gained to the main dining room and onto the lounge bar. The main dining room is well decorated and with a variety of comfortable seating and tables.. The bar is certainly the focal point of the community and benefits greatly as it is the sole bar in the area. Comfortable and cosy there is a variety of seating and gaming machines and a pool table. The restaurant offers a varied menu for evening dining, and a traditional breakfast is served daily in the quaint breakfast room. The bar has a range of real ales and a selection of beverages available.The Sinclair Bay has a very successful pool team. Upstairs on the first floor are the letting rooms and guest lounge. To the rear of the reception is the hotel office, kitchen, laundry and various services area that would be expected of property of this size. On the second floor are 2 large rooms that can be used as owners accommodation.
Letting Accommodation
The stairs from the main hall leads up to the letting bedrooms and guest lounge. Through the guest lounge in the quietest part of the hotel is the family room - a double and twin room that share a bathroom behind a single locked door. It offers excellent family accommodation. On the opposite side of the main stairs are the remaining six letting rooms. There are a combination of double and twin room. All the rooms are well decorated and furnished and maintained to a very high standard. All have a TV and tea and coffee facilities. Some rooms have spacious en suite bathrooms, and many offer views across the bay. Free Wi-Fi is also accessible in every room.
Service Areas
As expected with a hotel the style and size of the Sinclair Bay, there are extensive service areas including a well-equipped large kitchen with ample surface and preparation areas. There is ample storage and work areas throughout.
External
The hotel is situated in the center of Keiss across the road from the village shop. It benefits greatly from its prominent location on the main road between Wick and John O’Groats. It has a large private car park and outdoor covered smoking area.
Services
The property has mains water, drainage and electricity.
Tenure
The property is held on the Scottish equivalent of Freehold.
Trading Figures
Turnover is in excess of £150,000 and the business has a good mix of income from wet, food and accommodation sales. There is great opportunity to increase turnover. The business trades very profitably and full trading information will be provided after formal viewing has taken place.
Summary
The sale of the Sinclair Bay offers a rare opportunity to purchase a high quality, well presented Caithness Hotel which is trading extremely successfully but with good potential for expansion of the business. Viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate the size of the hotel and exceptional value that it offers. It is a truly great opportunity to purchase an amazing lifestyle business in a stunning coastal location
Price
Offers over £320,000 are sought for the heritable property, fixtures, fittings and goodwill of the hotel. Stock in trade will be additional at valuation.
Situation
Just 7 miles from Wick Airport, Sinclair Bay Hotel offers traditional rooms and a cosy lounge bar. A short stroll from the beautiful Sinclair Bay, the hotel has wonderful sea views. In a peaceful location, The Sinclair Bay Hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from Wick Bay. Wick Golf Club is just 10 minutes away, and John O’ Groats can be reached in 15 minutes. It is a truly superb location to run your own business.
2 bedroom spacious owners accommodation with seperate bathroom
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