Exmoor Forest Inn , National Park, TA24 7SH

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

Fabulous Hotel & Coaching Inn, situated in the Heart of Exmoor National Park. The Exmoor Forest Inn is a substantial piece of Real Estate with Extensive Character Trading Areas, 12 En-suite Letting Rooms, Separate Holiday Cottage, Owner’s Flat and Outhouses, set in a

Beautiful Position and Plot of Circa 1.8 Acres. Viewing is Essential to Appreciate this Unique Property and Business.

Top Bar with Circa 22 Covers • Main Bar • Side Bar (10) • Tack (10) • Restaurant & Breakfast Room (34) • Resident’s Lounge • Fully Equipped Commercial Kitchen• Extensive Back of House Space • 12 En Suite Letting Rooms • Private Owner’s Flat 2 Bed Holiday Cottage • 2 Car Parks • 2 Beer Gardens/Paddock • Outhouse & Barn• Static Caravan

LOCATIONTop Bar with Circa 22 Covers, Main Bar, Tack Room, Private Dining Room (circa 10), Restaurant and Breakfast Room The Exmoor Forest Inn is situated in the heart of the beautiful Exmoor National Park in the hamlet of Simonsbath, an excellent central base from which to explore (circaExmoor and35) the • ResidentsNorth andLounge, Fully Coastline Equippeds. The property Commercial is perfectly positioned Kitchen, on Freezerthe 'Two Moors Room, Way' Boilerwalking Room,route linking Kitchen Exmoor withWash Up, Walk and the area is extremely popular with walkers, cyclist, birdwatchers, horse riders and nature lovers. The Hotel makes a great base to explore the South West peninsular in Fridge • 12 Individually Decorated En-Suite Letting Rooms, 1 Bed Private Flat with Separate Domestic Kitchen, and is only a short drive from the world renowned Linton and Lymouth towns in and further round the coastline to the popular resorts of Woolacombe, Beautifully Appointed 2 Bed Holiday Cottage • 2 Car Parks Front and Back, Large Barn, Rear Paddock and Side Beer Croyde and Saunton Sands. Simonbath is a half an hour drive to the principle North Devon town of , which is linked via the A631 to the M5 at Tiverton. Barnstaple has aGarden mainline trainFacing station, Stream as does the• MainSomerset Beer County Garden Town of Tauntonto Front, which Stoned lies approximately Out House, 30 miles 2 Bed to the Static East. Caravan •

DESCRIPTION The Exmoor Forest Inn is a substantial and handsome three storey detached property with double gables to the front elevation, overlooking the pretty trade garden and car park. The property sits in a generous plot nestling in the beautiful wooded , flanking a tributary of the . The property has been extensively refurbished and re-decorated over the period of our client’s ownership and is a particularly atmospheric and welcoming building, which exudes character and warmth. All the rooms are individually decorated and presented to a high standard, as are the main bars and trading areas. The separate holiday cottage, which was completely redeveloped in 2015 is beautifully presented throughout and a great addition to the business. The property has plenty of development potential, subject to planning, to the rear of the main building with a substantial barn and separate stone outhouse currently underutilised.

Ref No: 3304 £775,000 Freehold

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

The accommodation comprises: - RESIDENTS LOUNGE

Situated to the left hand side of the main entrance with built in bookcase, flat TWO ENTRANCES PORCHES screen TV, stone fireplace (not used), leather upholstered sofas, arm chair and Leading to: - coffee table.

TOP BAR LADIES & GENTS CLOAKROOMS Character room with focal fireplace and cast iron wood burner, exposed painted ceiling beams and part painted panelling to dado height. Seating DISABLED WC for circa 22 at rustic pine tables, with matching spinal back chairs, carpeted down to:- BACK OF HOUSE

Extensive ‘back of house’ area divided into: MAIN BAR SERVERY

With part panelled circulation space and central timber topped and painted COMMERCIAL KITCHEN panel bar servery, electronic touch screen cash register, tongue and grove Professionally equipped with main extraction, combi oven, 6 ring range, painted bespoke back bar fittings, shelving and optics, two double bottle Salamander grill, double pizza oven, various work benches and refrigeration, 3 fridges, ice machine and glass washer. sinks, 2 commercial microwaves and bain marie, amongst other equipment.

Rear corridor with door to outside and swing door to kitchen. SIDE BAR

Character snug room with open stone fireplace and large rustic timber tables SEPARATE FREEZER ROOM seating circa 10 with various item of 'tack' decorating the walls. Through to:- With door to outside.

WASH UP AREA TACK ROOM (FOR PRIVATE USE) With commercial dishwasher, non-slip flooring, coffee prep area with coffee With large pine table for 10, upholstered bench to far end and door to machine. outside. DRY STORE

With shelving and separate walk in fridge and non-slip flooring. RESTAURANT/BREAKFAST ROOM BEER CELLAR Large double reception room with two timber framed picture windows BOILER ROOM overlooking the beer garden. Seating for 18 plus 16 at timber tables and With a number of commercial washing machines and dryers. spindle back chairs. Carpeted.

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

SECOND FLOOR

STAFF WC 7 DOUBLE/TWIN EN-SUITE FIRST FLOOR With shower, built in wardrobes The letting rooms are situated over the first and second floors, all of which are 8 FAMILY EN-SUITE en-suite and individually decorated with TVs, tea and coffee making facilities, With Double/Twin and single and en-suite shower. complimentary toiletries with hairdryer along with bathrobes and slippers. 9 DOUBLE/TWIN EN-SUITE With shower. These beautifully presented rooms are arranged as followed:- 10 DOUBLE/TWIN EN-SUITE With bath and shower attachment. 1 DOUBLE EN -SUITE 11 DOUBLE EN-SUITE With shower. With bath. (Currently privately occupied).

2 DOUBLE EN-SUITE 12 DOUBLE ROOM With bath, shower and built wardrobe. (Spare room for private use). 3 DOUBLE/TWIN ROOM EN-SUITE With bath, shower and built in wardrobe. LAUNDRY/HOUSEKEEPING CUPBOARD 4 DOUBLE EN-SUITE With shower. BACK STAIRCASE 5 DOUBLE EN-SUITE With shower. FIRST FLOOR PRIVATE FLAT 6 DOUBLE EN-SUITE Situated off the rear staircase with landing and built in cupboard. Comprising; With shower. LIVING ROOM

SEPARATE BATHROOM with bath and shower over, WC and wash hand basin. KITCHEN With domestic units and appliances. LAUNDRY ROOM FAMILY BATHROOM With commercial iron. With bath, walk in double shower, WC and wash hand basin. DOUBLE BEDROOM UTILITY CUPBOARD

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

OUTSIDE REAR PADDOCK HOLIDAY COTTAGE Leading to side beer garden overlooking the tributary. A delightful self-contained, detached holiday cottage presented to a very high standard. Arranged as follows:- STONE OUTHOUSE & WOODCHIP RENEWABLE HEAT PLANT

ENTRANCE PORCH 2 BED STATIC CARAVAN WITH SERVICES (36 X 12FT) With built in utility cupboard and plumbing for washing machine. MAIN LIVING ROOM/ KITCHEN/DINER FENCED AREA

Under vaulted ceiling with domestic kitchen units, separate dining area and Housing 2 x propane gas tanks. living room with double patio doors to outside.

2 X DOUBLE BEDROOMS GENERAL INFORMATION FAMILY BATHROOM

Modern family bathroom with bath, shower, WC and wash hand basin. RATEABLE VALUE

£17,750. BEER GARDEN Please note this is note rates payable. For more information we advise you contact Laid to lawn and surrounded by picket fence with 8 pub benches and the Local Billing Authority, West Somerset Council, Tel. 01643 703704. separate large rustic pub bench, seating circa 36 plus 12.

BUSINESS MAIN CAR PARK The Exmoor Forest Inn is a well established and well known hostelry popular with To front of property. visitors and tourists from all over the world. The property exudes character and

warmth and is a welcoming place to stop for lunch, dinner or to stay after a days REAR OF PROPERTY activities exploring the beautiful surrounds of Exmoor National Park. Back driveway leading down to rear of building.

The property is run by a husband and wife team with a compliment of full time and OVERFLOW CAR PARK

part time staff. Whist the business trades particularly strongly during the warmer months of the year, the Exmoor Forest Inn is also a popular winter destination with SUBSTANTIAL BARN Currently used for storage (This building would lend itself to conversion for a many customers choosing to take cosy winter breaks in the area. number of different uses, subject to the necessary planning consents).

SERVICES We have been informed that the property is connected to mains electric and water. The property benefits from a recently installed private sewage treatment system. Cooking is from propane gas and the remainder of the buildings energy is supplied via a private wood chip renewable heat plant which was installed in 2012 Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

The main thrust of the business is the en suite letting rooms which in turn creates knock on trade in the bar and restaurant below. The Exmoor Forest Inn prides itself on offering an appetising menu, focusing on local, fresh produce and home cooked dishes. The menu is complimented by a good wine list a wide selection of local real ales and other drinks.

As well as the popular letting rooms, the holiday cottage also generates a regular income, again popular throughout the year. The cottage is particularly well presented and repeat customer visits are strong. The cottage is often booked, together with rooms in the hotel to allow for bigger groups and families to have a more convenient base. Whilst the business is very successful, there is still plenty of potential to grow trade under new ownership with the possibility of physically developing the rear of the property.

Profit & Loss accounts will be provided to bone fida interested parties after a formal viewing arranged through the Sole Selling Agents, Bettesworths.

The availability of the Exmoor Forest Inn provides a wonderful opportunity for new owners to build further on a business which has been afforded extensive investment over the past ten years, providing a very solid base, both in terms of the property and goodwill.

SERVICES We have been informed that the property is connected to water. The property benefits from a recently installed private sewage treatment system. Cooking is from propane gas and the remainder of the buildings energy is supplied via a private wood chip renewable heat plant which was installed in 2012 by our clients under the Renewable Heating Incentive (RHI). This is a self-fulfilling investment which now pays for itself.

INVENTORY To include furnishings and equipment as per an inventory to be supplied, but excluding the owners personal effects.

STOCK Wet and Dry stock in trade and Bar Glassware will be taken over by the purchaser at valuation on the day of completion.

EPC RATING C

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

Exmoor Forest Inn

Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, TA24 7SH

www.bettesworths.co.uk IMPORTANT NOTE: Messrs Bettesworths for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are 29/30 Fleet Street give notice that: (i) the particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract; (ii) no person in the employment of Messrs Bettesworths has any authority to make or give representation Devon or warranty whatever in relation to this property. The fittings, equipment and services have not been tested by the agents. TQ1 1BB