Albert Terrace, Salcombe Road, Sidmouth

Nestled in the heart of the thriving and much loved seaside town of Sidmouth, Berwick House is an impeccably presented and painstakingly refurbished Grade II listed Guest House. With a wealth of period charm as well as versatile three storey accommodation and outside space, the property benefits from ample guest parking and represents a fantastic opportunity for an incoming buyer to take over a flourishing owner run business with an exceptional online and local reputation.

Extending to approx. 2,552 sq. ft the freehold property has fantastic kerb appeal and ample off street guest and owner car parking. With comprehensive separate owners’ accommodation in addition to six beautifully appointed private en-suite letting rooms, Berwick House is a deceptively spacious and wonderfully laid out Guest House, comprising a charming double fronted main house and rear annexe building.

The ground floor accommodation is superbly laid out with two guest reception spaces located to either side of a welcoming entrance hallway. Predominately used for breakfast and informal dining, both rooms are beautifully appointed with neutral décor and an abundance of natural light. Leading through to a private kitchen, this fully renovated space has undergone significant works by the current owners and comprises an extensive range of sleek handless wall and base units with a contemporary worktop, stylish tiled splashback and striking porcelain tiled floor.

Further benefits include a Rangemaster Nexus SE Cooker and extractor hood in addition to a Miele dishwasher, two larder fridges, AEG Freezer, tumble dryer and washing machine. The adjacent triple aspect owners lounge is surprisingly spacious and allows distinct living and dining areas with access out to a private landscaped courtyard via glazed doors.

Rising to the first floor and broken down for convenience is as follows:

Room 1 – King
Front of house, end shower cubicle, high pressure Mira shower, hand wash basin & toilet, radiator with towel rail over, extractor fan, built-in wardrobes and drawers, two seats, bedside cabinets, TV and drink making facilities.

Room 2 – King
Front of house, end shower cubicle, electric shower, heated mirror, hand wash basin & wall hung Geberit toilet, heated towel rail, extractor fan, seat, chest of drawers, wardrobe, bedside tables, TV and drink making facilities.

Room 3 – Twin
Rear of house, corner shower cubicle, high pressure Mira shower, heated mirror, hand wash basin & toilet, heated towel rail, extractor fan, wardrobe, bedside cabinet, TV and drink making facilities.

Room 4 – Double
Rear of house, double shower cubicle, electric shower, heated mirror, hand wash basin & toilet, heated towel rail, extractor fan, chest of drawers, wardrobe, bedside cabinet, TV and drink making facilities.

Conveniently located off the landing is a useful wet room with W/C and sink, which the owners utilise as private storage. The space is fully shelved for towels and cleaning consumables and houses a 250 litre hot water tank which provides mains pressure hot water throughout the main house.

Situated on the top floor is further private owners’ accommodation which comprises a spacious king sized room with ample built-in eaves storage and pleasant outlook. The room is a private, quiet area away from the business downstairs with dedicated hanging storage and dressing area. This is serviced by a recently remodelled en-suite with a double walk-in shower, Sento white washbasin unit, dual heated towel rail and Geberit wall mounted W/C.

The annexe building comprises as follows:

Ground Floor Annex – Double
Corner shower cubicle, electric shower, heated mirror, hand wash basin & toilet, heated towel rail, extractor fan, chest of drawers, storage cupboards, bedside cabinets, TV and drink making facilities.

First Floor Annex – Double
Corner Shower cubicle, electric shower, heated mirror, hand wash basin & toilet, heated towel rail, extractor fan, mirrored wardrobes, bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, TV and drink making facilities.

Acquired by the current owners in 2017, Berwick House offers an exciting opportunity to work with autonomy in a lovely environment and welcoming local community, perfectly set up for a lifestyle business. Currently operating across an eight month trading calendar, to suit the current owners, there is considerable demand and opportunity for trading all year round with potential to increase revenue. Whilst the current owners work without any paid help, with only the laundry outsourced, there is appetite locally for assistance with housekeeping and household duties. The property is connected to mains gas, three phase mains electric with BT fibre broadband. The sale of the property includes the goodwill of the business as well as fixtures, fittings and equipment, as per the inventory, plus stock at time of valuation. The total revenue for year ending 05/04/24 stood at £81,730.

Within easy reach of Sidmouth town centre, Berwick House is perfectly positioned for a great tourist trade given its busy calendar of events, as well as a fantastic lifestyle benefits for a new owner. Offering a plethora of local amenities and leisure facilities, Sidmouth is located approx. 17 miles east of Exeter with excellent road networks as well as easy access to the M5 motorway. With a picturesque coastline and access to the popular Southwest coastal path, the popularity of the area is unwavering with the owners’ keen to remain living locally.

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***THIS PROPERTY IS EPC EXEMPT***