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Freehold
£295,000
Hotel for sale
The Castle Hotel IV20, HighlandLocal area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Tarbat Old Primary School 0.1 miles
- Inver Primary School 3.7 miles
- Fearn 7.4 miles
- Tain 8.5 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
- Freehold
- Our Ref: P131
- Picturesque hotel set in a stunning prime location overlooking the Dornoch Firth
- Well-presented public areas with 4 comfortable en-suite letting bedrooms
- Owners’ accommodation (2 bedrooms and lounge)
- An outstanding ‘home and income’ lifestyle proposition
- Potential for significant business development
- Tourist attractions include sandy beaches, coastal walks, wildlife and the Tarbat Discovery centre
Description
This attractive traditional Scottish hotel offers stunning sea views and benefits from year-round community support as well as significant seasonal tourist trade. Located in the centre of the picturesque village of Portmahomack, visitors to this attractive and peaceful village port set on the Northeast Coast, can enjoy the area’s unusually dry microclimate. Facing west, the property benefits from beautiful sunsets and sightings of dolphins and seals.
This lovely traditional property contains a comfortable bar with pool table where guests and non-residents can relax after a day of activities. The hotel offers 4 attractive ensuite double bedrooms and benefits from owners’ accommodation comprising 2 bedrooms and lounge area. The hotel has been transformed in recent years and has become the focal point for the local community and the surrounding areas. The current owners have invested significantly in the building resulting in this well-appointed property providing a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.
This is an attractive small hotel which would ideally suit new to market operators or as a first-time venture for experienced personnel wishing to become self-employed.
Reason for sale
Purchased in 2022, it is the current vendors decision to retire that brings this excellent business to the market.
Trade
This is a sustainable business exhibiting a positive level of income. However, the current owners have chosen not to trade at full capacity, consequently, this business offers an excellent opportunity for significantly increased profitability. Turnover from the letting of 4 attractive en-suite bedrooms is enhanced by good levels of drinks and food sales. The bulk of tourist visitors is seen during the main tourist season which runs from Easter to October. Although a small venue, the Castle Hotel is known for its music nights and traditional pub environment throughout the year. There is a number of bed and breakfast and self-catering businesses locally which attract business to the hotel. The hotel’s facilities are well presented on a number of portal websites such as and Facebook (). The hotel also has its own comprehensive website () with an automated booking service.
The hotel has the following internet presence and
Location
Portmahomack is a picturesque fishing village located on the Tarbat Peninsula in the Scottish Highlands, part of the North Eastern coast of Scotland. With beautiful sandy beaches and attractive coastal walks, Portmahomack is the only west facing village on the East Coast of Scotland resulting in stunning views of sunsets. With a population of 500 – 600 residents, this picturesque village features a number of attractive early 19th century houses.
Portmahomack has a fascinating history and is particularly significant for its Pictish heritage. The Tarbat Discovery Centre offers insights into the area's history, especially focusing on the archaeological findings from the Tarbat Ness area. It also features the Tarbetness Lighthouse, a 9-hole golf course and water sports activities. There is also a caravan park close by and a local seafood restaurant. Just an hour drive from Inverness airport, Portmahomack is just a 15-minute drive to the local town of Tain which has good rail links and a range of local shops and amenities. The local primary is within the village and the secondary school is located close by in Tain.
Additionally, within the larger catchment area there is a broader range of attractions including Fearn Abbey, Anta Pottery, Glenmorangie distillery, and Dunrobin House to name a few.
The property
The Castle Hotel is a substantial terraced property of traditional construction with a pitched slate roof. Accommodation is over 2 floors and since its purchase in 2022 the current vendors have undertaken a significant internal renovation and have fully repainted both internally and externally, and the property is mainly double glazed.
The main hotel door opens directly into the spacious L shaped bar. To the right is a small sitting / dining area complete with hardwood flooring and a welcoming open fire. To the left is the main seating area within the bar, which offers a mix of tables and chairs as well as some booths. This is a spacious and comfortable area for guests to relax by the fire. Beyond the bar is a further elevated customer area containing a pool table. The open plan dining room is located off the bistro area and a door opens onto the main stairwell which leads upstairs to all bedrooms. The commercial kitchen is well laid out and there is a good range of catering equipment. To the rear of the building is a garden and tool shed, beer cellar and wine store.
Letting bedrooms
The hotel has 4 comfortable letting bedrooms all located on the first floor. These are attractively furnished rooms and all benefit from electric heating, colour television, hair dryer, toiletries and tea / coffee making facilities.
Rooms are presently configured to:
The Dalmore - Family room (double bed and bunk beds) suitable for 4 persons, benefits from beautiful sea views and an en-suite shower room with underfloor heating.
The Grouse - Family room (one double and one single bed) with an en-suite shower room and underfloor heating.
The Morangie - Twin or double room (zip and link beds) boasting sea views towards the Dornoch Firth with an en-suite shower room and underfloor heating.
Highland Park – Cosy twin / double bedroom (zip and link beds) with an en-suite shower room and underfloor heating.
Finance and legal services
ASG Commercial Ltd is in touch with a variety of different lenders who can provide specialist finance. We will be delighted to discuss your financing requirements with you and make an appropriate introduction where appropriate. We also have many contacts in the legal profession who can assist in all legal matters arising.
Service rooms
The hotel has a good-sized and well-equipped commercial kitchen with an adjoining wash-up area. There is ample fridge and freezer capacity and storage space for dry goods etc. Laundry facilities are upstairs and to the rear of the building is a garden and tool shed, beer cellar and wine / spirit store. Behind this is the owners’ garden.
Services
The property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage. The heating throughout is electric and supplemented with 2 wood-burning stoves. Cooking is by gas (lpg). Wi-Fi is available in all areas. The property is mainly double glazed. The business is fully fire compliant and meets environmental health standards.
EPC rating
The EPC rating for the hotel is grade G.
Accounts
Full accounting information will be made available to interested parties subsequent to viewing.
Title number
The title number for the hotel is ROS7116
Price
Offers in the region of £295,000 are invited for the heritable property including goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory), excluding personal items. Stock at valuation.
Offers
All offers should be submitted in writing to ASG Commercial Ltd with whom purchasers should register their interest if they wish to be advised of a closing date, should one be set.
Licence number
The business has an alcohol licence under the Licencing Scotland Act 2005, and a copy of the operating plan is available to interested parties, which details operating practices. The licence number is hc/csr/1830.
Staff
The business is owner operated with the support of a small, efficient team of local staff.
This attractive traditional Scottish hotel offers stunning sea views and benefits from year-round community support as well as significant seasonal tourist trade. Located in the centre of the picturesque village of Portmahomack, visitors to this attractive and peaceful village port set on the Northeast Coast, can enjoy the area’s unusually dry microclimate. Facing west, the property benefits from beautiful sunsets and sightings of dolphins and seals.
This lovely traditional property contains a comfortable bar with pool table where guests and non-residents can relax after a day of activities. The hotel offers 4 attractive ensuite double bedrooms and benefits from owners’ accommodation comprising 2 bedrooms and lounge area. The hotel has been transformed in recent years and has become the focal point for the local community and the surrounding areas. The current owners have invested significantly in the building resulting in this well-appointed property providing a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.
This is an attractive small hotel which would ideally suit new to market operators or as a first-time venture for experienced personnel wishing to become self-employed.
Reason for sale
Purchased in 2022, it is the current vendors decision to retire that brings this excellent business to the market.
Trade
This is a sustainable business exhibiting a positive level of income. However, the current owners have chosen not to trade at full capacity, consequently, this business offers an excellent opportunity for significantly increased profitability. Turnover from the letting of 4 attractive en-suite bedrooms is enhanced by good levels of drinks and food sales. The bulk of tourist visitors is seen during the main tourist season which runs from Easter to October. Although a small venue, the Castle Hotel is known for its music nights and traditional pub environment throughout the year. There is a number of bed and breakfast and self-catering businesses locally which attract business to the hotel. The hotel’s facilities are well presented on a number of portal websites such as and Facebook (). The hotel also has its own comprehensive website () with an automated booking service.
The hotel has the following internet presence and
Location
Portmahomack is a picturesque fishing village located on the Tarbat Peninsula in the Scottish Highlands, part of the North Eastern coast of Scotland. With beautiful sandy beaches and attractive coastal walks, Portmahomack is the only west facing village on the East Coast of Scotland resulting in stunning views of sunsets. With a population of 500 – 600 residents, this picturesque village features a number of attractive early 19th century houses.
Portmahomack has a fascinating history and is particularly significant for its Pictish heritage. The Tarbat Discovery Centre offers insights into the area's history, especially focusing on the archaeological findings from the Tarbat Ness area. It also features the Tarbetness Lighthouse, a 9-hole golf course and water sports activities. There is also a caravan park close by and a local seafood restaurant. Just an hour drive from Inverness airport, Portmahomack is just a 15-minute drive to the local town of Tain which has good rail links and a range of local shops and amenities. The local primary is within the village and the secondary school is located close by in Tain.
Additionally, within the larger catchment area there is a broader range of attractions including Fearn Abbey, Anta Pottery, Glenmorangie distillery, and Dunrobin House to name a few.
The property
The Castle Hotel is a substantial terraced property of traditional construction with a pitched slate roof. Accommodation is over 2 floors and since its purchase in 2022 the current vendors have undertaken a significant internal renovation and have fully repainted both internally and externally, and the property is mainly double glazed.
The main hotel door opens directly into the spacious L shaped bar. To the right is a small sitting / dining area complete with hardwood flooring and a welcoming open fire. To the left is the main seating area within the bar, which offers a mix of tables and chairs as well as some booths. This is a spacious and comfortable area for guests to relax by the fire. Beyond the bar is a further elevated customer area containing a pool table. The open plan dining room is located off the bistro area and a door opens onto the main stairwell which leads upstairs to all bedrooms. The commercial kitchen is well laid out and there is a good range of catering equipment. To the rear of the building is a garden and tool shed, beer cellar and wine store.
Letting bedrooms
The hotel has 4 comfortable letting bedrooms all located on the first floor. These are attractively furnished rooms and all benefit from electric heating, colour television, hair dryer, toiletries and tea / coffee making facilities.
Rooms are presently configured to:
The Dalmore - Family room (double bed and bunk beds) suitable for 4 persons, benefits from beautiful sea views and an en-suite shower room with underfloor heating.
The Grouse - Family room (one double and one single bed) with an en-suite shower room and underfloor heating.
The Morangie - Twin or double room (zip and link beds) boasting sea views towards the Dornoch Firth with an en-suite shower room and underfloor heating.
Highland Park – Cosy twin / double bedroom (zip and link beds) with an en-suite shower room and underfloor heating.
Finance and legal services
ASG Commercial Ltd is in touch with a variety of different lenders who can provide specialist finance. We will be delighted to discuss your financing requirements with you and make an appropriate introduction where appropriate. We also have many contacts in the legal profession who can assist in all legal matters arising.
Service rooms
The hotel has a good-sized and well-equipped commercial kitchen with an adjoining wash-up area. There is ample fridge and freezer capacity and storage space for dry goods etc. Laundry facilities are upstairs and to the rear of the building is a garden and tool shed, beer cellar and wine / spirit store. Behind this is the owners’ garden.
Services
The property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage. The heating throughout is electric and supplemented with 2 wood-burning stoves. Cooking is by gas (lpg). Wi-Fi is available in all areas. The property is mainly double glazed. The business is fully fire compliant and meets environmental health standards.
EPC rating
The EPC rating for the hotel is grade G.
Accounts
Full accounting information will be made available to interested parties subsequent to viewing.
Title number
The title number for the hotel is ROS7116
Price
Offers in the region of £295,000 are invited for the heritable property including goodwill and trade contents (according to inventory), excluding personal items. Stock at valuation.
Offers
All offers should be submitted in writing to ASG Commercial Ltd with whom purchasers should register their interest if they wish to be advised of a closing date, should one be set.
Licence number
The business has an alcohol licence under the Licencing Scotland Act 2005, and a copy of the operating plan is available to interested parties, which details operating practices. The licence number is hc/csr/1830.
Staff
The business is owner operated with the support of a small, efficient team of local staff.
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