FOR SALE

THE MANOR HOUSE Offers in the region of BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, , UK. DT29DF £1,700,000 – Freehold THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF

SUMMARY

• 16th century manor house hotel • Stunning coastal location overlooking • 13 en suite letting rooms • Phenomenal 4-bedroom private house • Beautiful gardens and grounds THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF

INTRODUCTION Our clients acquired the property in January 2011 and embarked on an ambitious scheme of refurbishment and renewal. No part of the property has been left untouched by this ongoing process. There is little doubt that this comprehensive updating to the property has left it fit for the next generation. Having re-established the business our clients have now decided that the time is apt to peruse their retirement plans and as such have reluctantly decided to place the property on the market. LOCATION The property is located within the highly desirable village of West Bexington. This village in south is situated just behind Chesil Beach about 6 miles south east of . Dorset itself is a phenomenally popular, and picturesque, area of the country. The highly famed market town of Dorchester, made famous by Thomas Hardy, is nearby and sits within the Dorset area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Chesil beach itself is a famous landmark being the largest tombolo beach in the UK and is just a short stroll from the property. The famous beach is part of the world heritage site that stretches for 96 miles from Exmouth to Studland Bay. West Bexington is on the South West coastal path. THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF

THE PROPERTY The Manor House Hotel which is Grade II Listed, is constructed in the main of exposed local stone with a series of pitched slate roofs within extensive gardens and grounds extending to some two acres. There are stunning views over Chesil beach and out to sea. The property, which was originally constructed as a farmhouse, must be viewed to be truly appreciated but is best described as follows; THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF

GROUND FLOOR second floor all of which have good quality en suite An impressive wood panelled bathrooms. All of the rooms are entrance hall welcomes visitors doubles, four of which are and sets the tone of a traditional equipped with zip and link twin yet welcoming property. This beds. All the rooms are leads to the bar, restaurant and equipped with VI-spring Beds residents lounge. and all have been totally The restaurant is located in one refurbished during our client’s of the oldest parts of the ownership. building and has considerable PRIVATE period charm, there are stone ACCOMMODATION flagged floors and a feature fireplace. Normally laid for 40 The Manor Hotel is unusual in covers the space can that the proprietors home accommodate up to 60 covers enjoys a setting & outlook equal for a private function. to, if not better than the hotel. The property is constructed in The residents lounge is a the same manner as the hotel, comfortable space which can be but built in 1990, and is linked to used for private dining for up to the hotel at ground floor. The 25 covers is required. Located outlook is excellent with views at lower ground floor and over the gardens, surrounding leading out onto the garden the countryside and out to sea main bar is a real feature of the property and is popular with GROUND FLOOR locals and residents alike. Kitchen/dining room with an Exposed stone walls, log excellent quality fitted units, burners and a cosy atmosphere living room with feature ensure it is a popular place to fireplace and french doors out be. Up to 25 covers can be into the garden. accommodated in the bar and a further 30 in the adjoining FIRST FLOOR garden room. This is an Four double sized bedrooms, 3 excellent space with large glass being en suite and one family windows looking out over the bathroom, all having excellent grounds & beyond. views over Chesil beach. LETTING STAFF ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION: There are 13 en suite letting One bedroom annexe. rooms located over first and THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF

OUTSIDE license are held. The gardens and grounds, which extend to SERVICES some 2 acres, are a real feature of the Mains electricity, water and drainage are property. There is a gravel car park for connected. LPG tank gas for cooking and 35/40 vehicles with space on the lawns central heating. for many more if required. The sun terrace, leads out of the restaurant and is PRICE ideal for alfresco dining and can also Offers around £1,700,000 for the freehold accommodate a 150-person marque for property complete with trade contents weddings etc. A traditional beer garden (subject to inventory) but excluding adjoins the bar and passing lane. personal items. Stock at valuation in BUSINESS addition on completion. Our clients trading profit and loss accounts The transaction may take the form of to the year ended December 31st 2018 either an asset sale or a sale of the share showed total net sales of £600,232. capital of the owning company. In either case the sale will take the form of a Further accounting information will be transfer of a going concern provided after a formal viewing and only with the vendor’s consent. FINANCE A website is operated for the promotion of Colliers International is able to assist the business: www.manorhoteldorset.com prospective purchasers by introducing FURTHER DEVELOPMENT sources of finance if required. Whilst we do not charge the buyer for this service, There is a former skittle alley currently we may receive an introductory used as storage that would suit commission from the lender or broker development (STPP), our clients inform us involved. that consent was previously granted for TO VIEW development but this has now lapsed. All appointments to view MUST be made Those wishing to maximise the potential of through the vendors’ agents who are the property could use the private house acting with sole selling rights. as additional letting accommodation or a holiday cottage, all subject to the DIRECTIONS necessary consents. The Manor is located between Bridport LICENCE and Weymouth, on a quiet no through road in the village of West Bexington. The We are informed both a premises licence postcode for sat nav is: DT2 9DF. for the retail of alcohol and a civil marriage THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF THE MANOR HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, DORSET, UK. DT29DF

FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information or to arrange an inspection of the property, please contact: Ed Jefferson BSc (Hons) MRICS FAVLP Tel: 0117 917 2011 Email: [email protected]

Property Reference; 308112

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