DescriptionThe Buccleuch Arms is a landmark and award winning 19th Century former Coaching Inn situated in the pretty village of St Boswells, at the heart of the Scottish Borders.
A well-known destination with 19 ensuite bedrooms, bar and bistro dining and event space. The hotel boasts excellent connectivity and sits alongside the A68 between Edinburgh and Newcastle.
The hotel is close to the River Tweed, Eildon Hills and the popular walking and cycling routes of St. Cuthbert’s Way, the Southern Upland Way and the Borders Abbeys Way.
The current owner has operated and managed the Buccleuch Arms since 2003 building a solid reputation for quality local and seasonal food and a warm, welcoming modern country pub atmosphere for business and leisure customers.
Having managed the business for over 20 rewarding years, the owner has decided to retire and focus on other commercial interests. The hotel is available in excellent turnkey condition and has not been available on the open market for over 40 years.
The award winning hotel has held the title of Scottish Inn of the Year on four occasions and in 2023 won the coveted Countryside Alliance Rural Pub of the Year as well as many other prestigious awards over the years.
The hotel boasts a well maintained and stunning beer garden which sits adjacent to the popular village cricket pitch.
LocationLying close to the River Tweed just south of Melrose, the Buccleuch Arms occupies a prominent roadside location fronting one of the main routes through the Borders – the A68.
The village of St Boswells is a delightful Borders community boasting a primary school, coffee shop/bookshop, sporting shop, art gallery, mini market, Italian restaurant, church, butcher and newsagent. The hotel, pub and restaurant benefits from a healthy footfall and loyalty from the local community.
The Border towns of Kelso, Galashiels, Melrose, Lauder, Jedburgh, Selkirk and Hawick are all within a 10 to 30 minute drive confirming the hotel as an excellent location for business and leisure visitors to the area.
St Cuthberts Way and nearby Dryburgh Abbey provide an excellent tourist draw for the hotel, bar and restaurant. Fishing, shooting, golfing parties and more recently cyclists and horse riding provide a welcome source of revenue throughout the year.
The A68 provides a direct route north to Edinburgh crossing the Edinburgh bypass close to its junction with the A1.
The Buccleuch Arms benefits from excellent connectivity with proximity to the local bus stop and Tweedbank Railway Station which provides regular access to central Edinburgh.
Internal DetailsThe Buccleuch Arms is an extensive property offering an incoming purchaser multiple business streams to allow flexibility of operation going forward.
The principal areas are:
• Stylish entrance hall and lounge for hotel and restaurant guests
• Reception
• 19 en suite guest rooms
• Modern bar and dining area (capacity 55)
• Bistro with large stylish dining areas (capacity 45)
• Extensive kitchen
• Boardroom / Private Dining Room (capacity 24)
• Large separate function room (capacity 120 max, 85 seated for weddings)
• Wrap around beer garden
• Large car park fronting A68
Fixtures & FittingsThe majority of fixtures and fittings will be included in the sale to allow the business to fully trade.
A list of personal items which will be removed by the present owner will be made available at the time of viewing.
Check In/Out TimesHotel Rooms
Check-in from 2.00pm
Check-out by 11.00am
External DetailsTwo car parks for in excess of 50 customers as well as six staff spaces.
Two electric charging points are located in the main car park.
StaffRestricted staff information will be provided to seriously interested parties on completion of a non-disclosure agreement. The business will be sold as a going concern and staff would transfer under TUPE legislation in the usual way.
No direct approach is to be made to the business or staff.
Trading InformationThis will be provided to suitably qualified parties on request and after completion of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
Trading HoursBar
Monday to Wednesday - 12.00noon until 11.00pm
Thursday to Saturday - 12.00noon until 12.00midnight
Sunday - 12.00noon until 10.30pm
Food
Lunch - Monday to Saturday - 12.00noon until 2.30pm
Dinner - Monday to Saturday - 5.00pm until 8.30pm
Sunday Lunch - 12.00noon until 3.00pm/ Dinner - 5.00pm until 7.30pm
Breakfast
Monday to Friday - 7.00am until 9.30am
Saturday & Sunday - 7.30am until 10.00am
TenureFreehold
Business RatesThe Rateable Value is £73,500 with effect from 1 April 2023.
Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the local Authority.
RegulatoryPremises Licence
