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Beautifully Renovated 7-Bedroom Guest House For Sale

Paignton, Devon, UK
Asking Price:
£485,000 Furniture / Fixtures and Inventory / Stock included
Turnover:
On request
Net Profit:
On request

Successful 7-Bedroom Guest House With Private Owner’s Accommodation, Moments From The Beach

This superbly presented 7-bedroom, all en-suite guest house in Paignton offers a turnkey opportunity with immediate income potential. Recently refurbished to a high standard, the business benefits from strong repeat trade, excellent reviews, and spacious private owner’s accommodation with a secluded garden.

Located just off the seafront in one of Devon’s most desirable coastal towns, Merritt House is within easy walking distance of beaches, the harbour, and town centre. Its prime location and proximity to transport links make it highly attractive to leisure travellers.

Currently operated at reduced capacity for lifestyle reasons (4 rooms, approx. 6–7 months per year), the business presents significant scope for growth by opening year-round, utilising all 7 letting rooms, and expanding marketing. No staff are required for day-to-day operation, making this ideal for a couple or lifestyle buyer.

Trade Fixtures And Fittings And Equipment except for the owner’s private inventory will be included in this freehold sale. Full inventory will be made available prior to exchange of contracts.

The sale includes spacious 2–3 bedroom ground floor private accommodation, a large lounge, fully equipped kitchen, private rear garden, and on-site parking. Full training and handover will be provided to ensure a smooth transition.

Enquire today to discover more about this rare opportunity on the English Riviera.

Property Information

Property:

Freehold

Living Accommodation:

The owners’ accommodation is located on the ground floor and can be accessed internally from the main hallway or via a separate rear entrance. It includes a large lounge/diner, fully equipped kitchen with larder, utility room, master bedroom with Jack & Jill en-suite, a further bedroom, and an additional room currently used for storage or office purposes. The accommodation also benefits from a private enclosed rear garden.

Location:

Merritt House is superbly positioned just off Paignton’s main seafront, within easy walking distance of the harbour, beaches and town centre amenities. The property sits in a sought-after residential area between the seafront and Goodrington Sands, an area renowned for its flat sandy beaches. Mainline train and bus stations are close by, with good access to the wider motorway network.

Premises Details:

The property is arranged over multiple floors and includes reception areas, dining facilities, seven en-suite guest bedrooms, extensive storage, drying room facilities, private owners’ accommodation, front and rear gardens, and a private car park.

Business Operation

Management type:
This business is owner operated.
Expansion Potential:

The selling agents indicate potential to increase turnover by extending the trading season, utilising all available guest rooms, expanding marketing activity, and exploring the possibility of offering champagne or light evening snacks, subject to any necessary licensing.

Trading hours:

Seasonal operation, approximately 6–7 months per year

Other Information

Support & training:

A full handover will be provided to ensure a smooth transition for new owners.