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Well Located Six Bedroom Guest House Torquay For Sale

Torquay, Devon, UK
Asking Price:
£315,000 Furniture / Fixtures included
Turnover:
Undisclosed
Net Profit:
Undisclosed

A well positioned six-bedroom, all en-suite guest house located just minutes’ walk from Torquay town centre, harbour and seafront. Situated on an attractive terrace in the heart of the town, the property enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining close to one of Torquay’s busiest tourist districts.

The guest house has been previously owner operated and trades on a seasonal basis, currently opening for approximately eight to nine months per year as a lifestyle choice. Despite restricted trading, the business has achieved good TripAdvisor reviews and a strong level of repeat custom. The property is presented in good order throughout, with scope for minor cosmetic improvement, and benefits from being manageable by a single operator without the need for additional staff.

Facilities for guests include a dedicated dining room, a spacious lounge, a welcoming front terrace with seating, and six individually styled letting bedrooms, all with modern en-suite shower rooms. The business also benefits from private parking to the rear and a quiet courtyard garden.

A key selling point is the inclusion of a self-contained one-bedroom owner’s apartment, positioned on the ground floor with both internal and independent access, offering privacy and flexibility for owner occupation.

The sale includes all trade fixtures and fittings, with stock to be purchased at valuation upon completion. The current owners are reluctantly selling due to ongoing health issues. There is clear potential for a new owner to increase turnover by extending trading to year-round operation and enhancing digital marketing and social media presence. Full accounts will be made available following a formal viewing.

Early viewing is strongly recommended.

Property Information

Property:

Freehold

Living Accommodation:

Self-contained one-bedroom owner’s accommodation located on the ground floor, with internal access from the business and independent access via a private rear staircase. The accommodation includes a bedroom overlooking the private courtyard, a second room currently used as storage with potential for use as a lounge or snug, and internal storage facilities.

Location:

The property is located close to Belgravia, one of Torquay’s most active tourist and commercial districts. It is within walking distance of the town centre, harbour and seafront, with nearby rail and bus stations providing strong regional connectivity. Road access links easily to Plymouth, Exeter, the M5 motorway and Exeter International Airport.

Premises Details:

Guest-facing commercial areas include a welcoming entrance vestibule and reception hallway, a dedicated guest lounge, a breakfast dining room with access to the rear courtyard, a fully equipped commercial kitchen, office and storage facilities, and six en-suite letting bedrooms arranged over multiple floors. Externally, the premises benefit from a front guest terrace with seating and a private rear courtyard, along with dedicated on-site parking for three vehicles.

Size in square feet:
Room measurements converted from metric as provided:Vestibule: approx. 22 sq ftGuest Lounge: approx. 250 sq ftDining Room: approx. 220 sq ftKitchen: approx. 235 sq ftOffice / Store: approx. 37 sq ftOwner Bedroom: approx. 96 sq ftOwner Lounge / Store: approx. 75 sq ftRear Courtyard: approx. 266 sq ft
Planning Consent:

Current use as a guest house with owner accommodation.

Business Operation

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

There is clear scope to increase turnover by extending trading from the current eight to nine month season to year-round operation. Additional upside may be achieved through refreshed presentation, increased online visibility and active social media marketing.

Competition / Market:

The guest house operates within Torquay’s established hospitality market. Its central yet secluded location, manageable size, owner accommodation and parking provision help differentiate it from larger hotels and smaller bed and breakfast operations in the immediate area.

Reasons for selling:

Sale due to the owners’ ongoing health issues.

Employees:
The business has been operated by a single owner without the need for additional staff.

Other Information

Support & training:

Accounts and operational handover to be provided following a successful formal viewing.