Grade II Listed Village Pub with Letting Rooms on Solway Coast for Sale

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Grade II listed propertyPrime Solway Coast settingLounge area (20 covers)Main bar and restaurant (35 covers)Five letting roomsCurrently closedLocation:Situated within the coastal village of Port Carlisle, this attractive property enjoys an exceptional position overlooking the Solway Firth, with far-reaching views across to Scotland. Located approximately one mile from Hadrian’s Wall, the area benefits from strong visitor numbers throughout the year, attracting walkers, cyclists, and tourists. Nearby attractions include Bowness Sands and several popular holiday parks, while the historic city of Carlisle is within easy reach.The property is positioned directly on Hadrian’s Cycleway, part of National Cycle Route 72, linking the east and west coasts. Access is convenient via Junction 44 of the M6 motorway.This Grade II listed property is of traditional construction, arranged over three storeys beneath a pitched slate roof, with a single-storey extension to the side and rear. The exterior is finished in cream and blue with original sash windows, complemented by an enclosed yard and private parking.Property:TRADE AREAS:Quarry tiled flooring leads into the VESTIBULE, opening into the LOUNGE/BREAKFAST ROOM with comfortable sofa seating and loose dining arrangements for 20 covers. The space benefits from carpeted flooring, an open fire, and a log burner, creating a welcoming atmosphere.MAIN BAR featuring carpeted floors with tiled sections to the bar area, a timber-built bar servery with laminate counter top, and mirrored back bar.GAMES AREA with seating for 15 guests and GENTLEMEN’S TOILET positioned adjacent. Direct access to the SIDE PATIO.RESTAURANT AREA providing 20 covers, with carpeted flooring and exposed ceiling beams, offering a traditional character setting. LADIES’ TOILET positioned nearby. TWO STOREROOMS and ONE UTILITY ROOM.Spacious and well-equipped TRADE KITCHEN fitted with Altro non-slip flooring and a comprehensive range of catering equipment. Additional PANTRY and STOREROOM. CELLAR located within the basement.LETTING ACCOMMODATION:First Floor:Communal BATHROOM serving Letting Rooms 1 and 2.LETTING ROOM 1 - Twin room.LETTING ROOM 2 - Twin room with private KITCHENETTE.LETTING ROOM 3 - Family room with double and single beds, including EN SUITE BATHROOM.LETTING ROOM 4 - Family room with double and single beds, including EN SUITE BATHROOM.Second Floor:One DOUBLE BEDROOM with separate bathroom featuring a freestanding bath.All guest accommodation is finished to a good standard and includes televisions along with tea and coffee making facilities.EXTERNAL:SIDE TRADE PATIO with a grassed area to the rear, providing parking for up to four vehicles. Enclosed patio area with raised decking suitable for approximately 20 covers.Two STORAGE SHEDS.Stair access leads to a substantial ROOF TERRACE offering panoramic coastal views across the Solway.Licence:No Premises Licence currently held.Services:Connected to mains electricity, water, and drainage.Oil-fired central heating system with 1800 litre oil tank.Local authority: Cumberland Council, 111 Botchergate, Carlisle, CA1 1RZ.Rateable value: £4,000 as of 1 April 2023.The property currently qualifies for Rural Rate Relief.Business:The Hope & Anchor is currently closed but previously traded successfully, attracting local residents, walkers, cyclists, and tourists visiting Hadrian’s Wall and the surrounding holiday parks. The business benefits from significant passing trade and offers substantial potential for reopening as a public house, restaurant, or café operation.The spacious commercial kitchen and prime location on National Cycle Route 72 provide strong foundations for a new operator. There is also potential for daytime trade as a café or restaurant, benefitting from nearby leisure facilities including the bowling club opposite and tennis club adjacent.At present, four letting rooms are actively marketed through online booking platforms at approximately £70 per night, creating an additional income stream.Further potential exists to develop the sizeable roof terrace into an external seating area, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents, offering a unique hospitality space with uninterrupted coastal views.No trading accounts are available, and prospective purchasers are advised to make their own assessments regarding future turnover, taking into account the location and overall business potential.