LOCATION

The Torcroft B&B is situated on Croft Road which is a quiet tree lined road only minutes’ walk to Torquay harbour, sea front and town centre. It is conveniently situated both for the local bus and railway station and ideally located to access all main arterial roads reaching cities like Plymouth and the cathedral city of Exeter with its International airport nearby.

BUSINESS

Successfully owner operated, with occasional part-time assistance, which because of its quality accommodation and location on offer is generating an impressive turn over and subsequent net profit. With a high occupancy rate, high repeat custom during the 10 months trading period, the business has been awarded 9.6 on Booking.com and enjoys outstanding TripAdvisor reviews and the B&B has climbed to No.8 in rankings.  This has seen our client’s profits increase yearly since they purchased the property. A state of the art Website also generates many direct bookings which have reduced commission rates greatly. Direct bookings have also been encouraged by active online and social media marketing campaigns (currently over 600 FB followers). Actual trading accounts will be made available following a successful formal viewing.

ACCOMMODATION

Entrance is through an impressive porch with stucco pillars, with part glazed front door leading to:

RECEPTION HALLWAY

An impressive spacious hallway with a stunning statement mirrored consul table with floral display, table lamp and large mirror above. Door to:

RECEPTION

1.5m x 1.36m

A perfectly situated space with stable door overlooking the hallway and . Here is the telephone, WIFI hub, card payment facilities and is used as a check-in desk.

GUEST LOUNGE

7.93m x 6.49m

A sumptuously presented lounge with comfortable seating, coffee tables, large flat screen TV, wall mounted art together with an impressive bay window and French doors which open onto a beautiful terrace with comfortable table and chairs. This in turn leads onto a large south facing garden with sun-loungers and also benefits from partial sea views.

BAR AREA

3.92m x 2.75m

This is an interconnecting lovely space just off the guest lounge by way of an archway. Comprising of a bespoke wooden bar with shelves for crockery, glassware and a fridge under the counter. High bar chairs, table and chairs. and window to front.

GUEST DINING ROOM

6.5m x 4.59m, and 5.04m x 3.05m

The Dining Room retains the classical elegance of its original décor, with an elaborate ceiling and upper wall plaster decoration and large marble fireplace. 11 Individual tables allow for 22 covers together with an elegant breakfast  buffet table. A large bay window with French doors opening onto the terrace and a part glazed door to side to a private patio area.

UTILITY ROOM

4.77m x 2.08m

Used as storage area and breakfast preparation area. One large larder fridge, one large freezer, one large fridge/freezer, a run of base and wall units. Small freezer. Plumbing for dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Recently installed gas boiler that is regularly maintained which provides central heating and hot water for the whole building. A back door opens onto a middle private courtyard.

WASH ROOM

3.53m x 1.47m

With a commercial dishwasher, freestanding commercial stainless steel sink and drainer,  domestic dishwasher and large upright, newly installed hot water cylinder, which provides ample pressurised hot water to the entire building.

KITCHEN

(L-shaped) 4.12m x 2.18m and 2.92m x 1.72m

Large sash window to side, making this a light and airy room

With non-slip flooring throughout and comprising of:

1 large larder fridge, 1 range cooker, with 2 ovens, grill, warming compartment, and 5 ring induction hob, 5 pot Bain Marie, 2 freestanding stainless steel prep tables, microwave oven, 2 toasters, freestanding stainless steel sink and drainer and extractor wall fan

GROUND FLOOR GUEST CLOAKROOM

With WC, wash hand basin and wood effect flooring.

Returning into hallway with turning staircase to upper floors

LETTING ACCOMMODATION

All rooms have recently been refurbished and individually decorated to a very high standard. They all feature contemporary furniture and are equipped with impressive en-suite facilities.

The room types are as follows; Compact doubles, standard double & twin, luxury double & Luxury double/twin, Balcony suites and Superior double/twin. All rooms have hospitality tray. (The suites have Nespresso coffee machines), hairdryers, flat screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, bedside tables, chest of drawers, wardrobes and decorated to a very high standard.

Turning staircase to:

1st FLOOR  ½ LANDING

BEDROOM 5

Luxury Double/ Twin Super king  or Twin with En-suite comprising free-standing bath, large walk-in rain  shower, wash hand basin and low level WC.

BEDROOM 6

Deluxe double with En-suite comprising bath with shower over, wash hand basin and low level WC.

Stairs to first floor with doors to:

BEDROOM 1

Double with En-suite with large walk-in shower, wash hand basin and low level WC.

BEDROOM 2/BALCONY SUITE

King-size with French windows, leading onto front facing balcony with partial sea view and En-suite comprising walk in shower, wash hand basin and low level WC.

BEDROOM 3/BALCONY SUITE

King-size with French windows, leading onto front facing balcony with partial sea view and En-suite comprising walk in shower, wash hand basin and low level WC.

BEDROOM 4

Superior Double/Twin with large En-suite comprising walk-in shower, wash hand basin and low level WC.

Up further stairs to second floor with doors to:

BEDROOM 7

Double with En-suite shower room, wash hand basin and low level WC

BEDROOM 8

Double with En-suite shower room, wash hand basin and low level WC

BEDROOM 9

Double with En-suite shower room, wash hand basin and low level WC

BEDROOM 10

Twin with En-suite bathroom, with bath and shower over it, wash hand basin and low level WC.

BEDROOM 11

Kingsize with En-suite bathroom, with large walk-in shower, wash hand basin and low level WC.

OWNERS ACCOMMODATION

The flexible 3 bed owners’ accommodation can be accessed either through a door behind the reception area or independently from the side of the property.

Internal hallway with doors leading to:

OWNERS’ LOUNGE/OFFICE

4.92m x 3.38m

Decorated in neutral shades. Large bay window and used by the owners as an office and recreational space.

BEDROOM 1

3.82m x 2.78m

With window to the side and en-suite comprising shower, wash hand basin and low-level WC.

BATHROOM

With a bath & shower over. Low-level WC and wash hand basin.

BEDROOM 2

4.28m x 2.64m

With a large bay window to the side.

KITCHENETTE

2.3m x 1.54m

Featuring a full array of wall and base mounted units with inset stainless-steel sink and drainer and window to the rear. This is currently being used as storage.

WINE CELLAR AND STORAGE AREA

3.13m x 2.2m

Window to the rear.

BEDROOM 3

4.01m x 2.94 m

This is the master bedroom with a window to the rear and archway leading to:

WALK-IN DRESSING ROOM

3.43m x 3.31m

A large space with large fitted wardrobes and window to side

PRIVATE TERRACE

To the side is a private terrace for the owners with table and chairs and space for sun loungers

OUTSIDE

Immediately outside the front lounge & dining area is a terrace space for sofa seating & tables and steps leading to a large garden which is laid mainly to lawn with sun loungers, well-established flower borders and palm trees. To the side is a wide driveway leading up to the parking area with room for 12 vehicles.

BUSINESS WEBSITE

www.torcrofthotel.co.uk

SERVICES

The property benefits from the following: electricity, gas, water supply, sewage, broadband and telephone are all connected. None of these services have been tested by the agents Ware Commercial

RATEABLE VALUE

Please make your own enquiries on the local Valuation Office Agency, telephone 03000500246 or on the

Valuation Website (VOA) at www.voa.gov.uk

TENURE

Freehold

VIEWINGS

All viewings are to be conducted strictly by appointment via the agents Ware Commercial

Contact:

Tel.: 01803 328880,

Email: [email protected]

Via website: www.warecommercial.com