A Highly Successful Turnkey Guesthouse For Sale

A highly successful turnkey guesthouse for sale, featuring 10 en-suite bedrooms, one bed owners’ accommodation, along with a separate 2 bed cottage with garage. Situated on one of the main tourist roads in Paignton, this exceptional property boasts breathtaking views overlooking the seafront, promenade, Torquay, and beyond. Successfully operated by the same owners for 20 years, this thriving business has an impressive income, with excellent ratings on TripAdvisor and Booking.com. Early viewings are highly recommended.

LOCATION

Wulfruna Guest House is situated on one of Paignton’s most prominent seaside roads, just yards from the beach, promenade, and Paignton Pier. Guests can enjoy a wide selection of restaurants, bars, and shops, all within walking distance. Torbay is a breathtaking destination, offering miles of stunning coastline and picturesque countryside. The nearby train and bus stations provide convenient transport links, with easy access to major road connections leading to cities such as Plymouth and the historic cathedral city of Exeter

BUSINESS

The current owners have successfully run the guest house for over 20 years, establishing a thriving business with a high level of repeat customers year after year. They currently operate from April to October, during which they are mostly fully booked. There is significant potential to further increase revenue by extending operations into the winter months. With outstanding reviews, a 9.5 rating on Booking.com, and a 4 out of 5-star rating on TripAdvisor, this guest house enjoys an excellent reputation. Additionally, it boasts a spacious car park with 11 parking spaces, providing convenience for guests. The guest house also includes a one-bedroom owner's accommodation with separate lounge in the main building, as well as a separate two-bedroom owner's cottage on the property. Given its proximity to the beach, this is a rare and valuable find.

ACCOMMODATION 

ENTRANCE

From the main front door into the entrance vestibule with secondary door leading into:

RECEPTION HALL

With a reception unit with ample storage, tourist information board and comfortable seating, stairs leading to the upper & lower floors and doors leading off to:

GUEST LOUNGE

5.91m x 5.20m

A stunning, light-filled room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking sea views. A telescope is provided for guests to fully appreciate the scenery. This spacious lounge boasts four comfortable leather sofas, two coffee tables, and a convenient fridge.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

DINING ROOM

6.77m x 6.70m

A spacious dining room with wooden flooring and seating for up to 18 guests. The room benefits from a built-in bar, fully equipped with a double fridge, bar stools, and a wall-mounted 60-inch TV. Flooded with natural light from its windows and UPVC glass door, the dining area opens onto a courtyard where guests can enjoy breakfast in the sunshine. Additionally, the dining room has a separate toilet and a corridor leading to:

KITCHEN

6.08m x 2.79

Another bright and airy space, with windows that overlook the courtyard. The kitchen is well-equipped with wall-mounted units and cabinets, providing ample storage and generous work surfaces for preparing food. It features a dual-fuel range-style oven with eight burners, a double sink with waste disposal, stainless steel hot cupboard. Additional appliances include a salamander grill, an American-style fridge freezer, a dishwasher, and a commercial microwave. Doors lead to:

UTILITY

2.66m x 1.88m

A very handy utility room with a Hotpoint washer, dryer, boiler and stainless steel sink. It features built in shelving for linen with an external door leading to the courtyard.

LETTING ACCOMMODATION

All rooms have been recently decorated to a high standard, they are all equipped with good en-suite facilities and are complimented with upto date equipment including LCD digital freeview TV’s, complimentary beverage facilities, bedside tables, chest of drawers and wardrobe facilities.

GROUND FLOOR

BEDROOM 1

Twin room with built in wardrobes, wash hand basin and en-suite comprising of shower and WC. The room also boasts two chairs with views over the courtyard.

BEDROOM 2

A large double room with external vanity wash basin, en-suite with shower and WC. Window to the rear.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING

LINEN CUPBOARD

BEDROOM 3

A family room featuring a double and a single bed. Floor-to-ceiling UPVC windows flood the room with natural light and offer breathtaking views across the seafront. Guests can unwind in the cosy armchair. The room also includes an en-suite bathroom with a shower, wash basin, and WC.

BEDROOM 4

Another family room with a double and single bed. Floor to ceiling UPVC windows with outstanding views across the bay. A comfortable armchair and Large En-suite shower, wash basin and WC.

BEDROOM 5

Featuring a stylish double four poster bed with bedside tables and lamps. A wooden rocking chair under the window with views across the courtyard. En-suite shower, wash basin and WC.

BEDROOM 6

A double room with en-suite shower, wash basin and WC.

SECOND FLOOR LANDING

Featuring huge sky light, high ceilings, storage cupboard with a small corridor leading to the fire exit.

BEDROOM 7

A double room (currently being used as a single) Far reaching views across the bay. Ensuite shower, wash basin and WC.

BEDROOM 8

A large King room which could be easily converted back into a family room. Double wardrobes, wall mounted panelled electric heater, En-suite shower, wash basin and WC.

BEDROOM 9

A huge family room consisting of a double and two single beds. Built in wardrobes, En-suite shower, wash basin and WC. Views over the courtyard and Paignton.

BEDROOM 10

A king room with electric heaters, seating area and a fan. Window to the rear offering views over the courtyard and Paignton. En-suite shower, wash basin and WC.

OWNERS ACCOMADTION

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

Entrance from the dining room leading to a handy office space and cloak room leading to:

LOUNGE

6.01m x 3.74

A lovely space featuring 2 x 3-seater leather sofa’s with an office desk area in the corner together with a gas fire with black marble surround. A beautiful bay window over looking the front of the property and beach. Part wooden flooring and neutral grey carpet with a door leading to:

BEDROOM

4.74m x 2.91m

Double bedroom with large wardrobes, vanity chest drawers, wall mounted TV and a side window overlooking the seafront. This bedroom also benefits from an En-suite shower, wash – basin and WC and built in storage.

COTTAGE

2 Bedroom owners Cottage with kitchen and separate bathroom, private parking and garage to the rear.

OUTSIDE

A charming walled courtyard garden with mature plants and trees, creating a peaceful and inviting atmosphere. This suntrap offers the perfect setting for alfresco dining, with comfortable seating where people can relax and enjoy the fresh air. A garage and further parking to the rear.

PARKING

The Guest House benefits from a large car park to the front of the property with space for 11 vehicles. It also has space for one car to the rear of the cottage.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

All trade fixtures and fittings, with the exception of our vendors' private inventory, will be included in this sale. A full inventory will be provided prior to exchange of contracts.

SERVICES

Mains gas, electricity, water, and drainage are all connected. No testing of these services has been undertaken by the agents, Ware Commercial.

BUSINESS RATES:

Please make inquiries regarding business rates on the local valuation website (VOA) at www.voa.gov.uk. Currently, the property is fully exempt from business rates due to small business rates relief.

TENURE

Freehold

VIEWINGS.

All viewings and enquiries are to be made through the agents, Ware Commercial.

TEL. 01803 328880 or 01392 462266 Email. [email protected]   www.warecommercial.com