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For saleReduced £100k (−16.7%) on 26 OctListed 434 days
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A unique opportunity for those looking to acquire a well-established holiday business situated on the stunning Scottish Hebridean Isle of North Uist.
Redburn House is a fully detached villa standing in a large plot of approximately ½ acre.
The property consists of four Bed and Breakfast rooms as well as three Self-Catering holiday lets, and is ideally located central in Lochmaddy, within easy walking distance of the ferry terminal, Taigh Chearsabhagh Art Centre and Cafe, and the local shop, pub, and sailing centre.
The entire property has undergone an extensive refurbishment to create bright and modern holiday accommodation.
The ground floor of the property features a separate B&B comprising of four en-suite double rooms, a large breakfasting kitchen which can comfortably accommodate 8-10 people, office facilities, and a laundry room.
The B&B is accessible to wheelchair users. The Sunrise Apartment is on the first- and loft- floor and features a five-bedroom self-catering Duplex which can accommodate 9-10 guests.
The bedrooms are currently arranged as 1 x single, 3 x doubles and 1x twin. There is a shared bathroom/WC on the first floor, and a shower/WC on the loft-floor.
The property also benefits from a spacious lounge and a large dining kitchen area. The Sunrise Apartment offers beautiful views from every window.
Nestled within the grounds, The Boat House is a detached modern property and is perfect for those seeking the independence of a self-catering holiday.
Sleeping up to three guests, The Boathouse features an open-plan and fully equipped kitchen and lounge area, and a mezzanine bedroom. There is a ground-floor WC/shower room.
Externally, the property has its own private patio overlooking the small freshwater Loch Meadhonach. The Studio Annexe offers a self-contained one-bedroom hideaway perfect for 1-2 people.
It features a fully equipped kitchen, compact tv lounge, and a conservatory dining area. The double bedroom is a fun swiss sleeping deck. The Studio has a ground floor shower room with separate WC.
Redburn House occupies a plot of approximately ½ acre with potential for easily attained further expansion and growth.
Redburn House is a limited company, offering an excellent opportunity to acquire an already established holiday accommodation business on a popular Scottish Island.
With enough accommodation for the owners to live on site, it is ideal for those seeking a rewarding lifestyle business.
Services: Tanked propane gas, electricity, water, mains drainage, and fibre broadband Tenure: Freehold.
Viewing is highly recommended to absorb and appreciate the tranquillity and ambiance of Redburn House and the surrounding area of Lochmaddy, North Uist.
Website: A full list of equipment as well as Accounts will be made available following a formal viewing or note of interest by the enquirer's solicitor.
Electricity Supply: Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Water Supply: Partial 5G Coverage Sewerage: Scottish Water Broadband / Mobile Coverage: Scottish Water
Value & comps
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