Listing ID: 3695211
Seller ref: 1200SAF

Multi Award Winning Country Hotel With Restaurant In Forres For Sale

Forres, Moray, UK

Asking Price:: £495,000

Turnover:: Undisclosed

Net Profit:: Undisclosed

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The Old Mill Inn Brodie is a substantial former Victorian Corn Mill which dates back to the late 1800’s, with later conversion to the current hospitality outlet it is in the 1950’s. Purchased by the current owners in 2018, the business was in need of renovation and refurbishment which the sellers undertook over a period of months, the business is now presented to the market as a fully licensed boutique country hotel with 5 Ensuite rooms, an award winning AA Rosette Restaurant and a self-contained 3 bedroom owners apartment.

The business enjoys an excellent trading location, just off the A96 at Brodie. The Old Mill inn is 3 miles from the town of Forres and around 23 miles away from the City of Inverness. The historic Brodie Castle and Brodie Countryfare retail outlet are within a few minutes' walk. The business is also located on the world-famous Speyside Whisky Trail, which brings many tourists to the area year-round. In the current owner's tenure, the business has in a relatively short period of time in a gained an excellent reputation for both the standard of accommodation and the quality of the food, as evidenced by the multiple AA Rosette and 4 Gold Star restaurant along with the many 5* reviews on Trip advisor and booking.com. Trading with 5 high standard, boutique letting bedrooms and an intimate and charming restaurant the business trades profitably and closes briefly in January for maintenance.

The owner's accommodation is also a very attractive feature, and of a size rarely seen a property of this stature. Comprising of three family bedrooms, a dining kitchen and lounge, this area is self-contained and would provide flexible trading options depending on new owners' personal circumstances. The Old Mill Inn is presented to the market in walk-in condition and offers a prestigious property and excellent family run business which effortlessly blends high quality service and charm with the personal touch.

Key features:
- Boutique Country House Hotel

- 5 Bespoke Ensuite Letting Rooms
- Multi Award Winning Restaurant
- AA Rosette Multi Award Winner
- Spacious and Self Contained 3 Bedroom Owners Accommodation
- Function Suite
- Modern and Well Equipped Commercial Kitchen

Property Information

Property:: Freehold

Living Accommodation:: An attractive feature of this sale is the spacious and private owners' accommodation. This self-contained apartment features three large bedrooms, living room/diner/family bathroom and fitted kitchen. Depending on the new owners' requirements and family size there are flexible trading options available.

Premises Details:: The subjects comprise a detached two storey and attic Victorian build former Mill built in the late 1800’s. The building was added to in the 1950s by way of an extension and conversion. Of stone construction, with a slate roof, incorporating dormer windows. The extension walls are of standard masonry construction with a harled finish under a pitched slate clad roof. From a prominent roadside trading position, the property is well sign posted and easy to locate from the busy A96 Inverness to Aberdeen Road. The main entrance, to the premises is accessed via a gravel customer car park and offers a well laid check in area to welcome guests and diners. To the rear of the reception a staircase leads to the accommodation elements and on your right-hand side a hallway to the Hearth Restaurant. Letting Rooms In total the business has 5 superior and classic letting bedrooms, each tastefully finished and comfortable blending antique furniture with modern facilities. Each room is individual in style and are presented in immaculate condition. Each room comes with ample storage and full hospitality trays. The rooms are configured as follows First Floor Room 1 – Superior double with ensuite Room 2 – Superior double with ensuite Room 3 – Superior double with ensuite Room 4 – Classic double with ensuite Room 5 – Classic double with ensuite

Business Operation

Reasons for selling:: The present owners purchased The Old Mill Inn in 2018. After a very successful and enjoyable period they have reluctantly placed the business on the market due to a change of personal circumstances, resulting in a wish to relocate.