Description
The Priory is an attractive period property with parts of the building
dating back to 1650. The pr operty has a w ealth of history, previously
a blacksmiths, boys school and more recently a c ountry inn be fore
transforming into the boutique hotel, café, bar and restaurant it is today.
The property is a rranged over ground and first floor and features an
on-site restaurant and café area, seven bedrooms, and three additional
apartments that can be rented out independently. It also includes
outdoor space at the front for alfresco dining and a spacious rear
parking area with capacity for 15 vehicles.
Location
The Hotel benefits from strong road
connectivity making it e asily accessible.
The Priory is just 3.4 miles from Junction 33
of the M6 and approximately 8 miles south
of Lancaster and 13 miles north of Preston.
Lancaster train station is approximately
8 miles away providing a direct service
to London Euston. Manchester Airport
is approximately 59 miles away, offering
services to the rest of the UK and beyond.
The Priory is well located for all nearby
attractions, including Morecambe Bay,
the Forest of Bowland, Lune Valley and
Blackpool Zoo.
Situation
The Priory is situated in the secluded rural
village of Scorton, Lancashire. Scorton
is on t he banks of the River Wyre and
is particularly fortunate in its location,
being only a short way from the A6 and
yet on the edge of the Forest of Bowland,
which is a designated Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty. Scorton is set in excellent
fell-walking country, and the village with
its wealth of lovely old properties make
an ideal destination for anyone wishing to
discover the hidden glories of the forest, or
the beautiful sandy bays and beaches of the
Fylde coast. The village is popular with day
visitors, walkers and cyclists.
Accommodation
There are seven tastefully decorated double bedrooms of varying sizes,
full of charm and character that complement the historic nature of
the building. The r ooms are located on t he ground and first floors and
each have en-suites, flat screen T Vs, tea and coffee making facilities
and free WIF I.
In addition there are also three apartments which are available for let
separately.
Food & Beverage
The Priory’s popular onsite restaurant
offers a mixture of contemporary and
traditional British cuisine proving attractive
to both residents and nonresidents.
The contemporary country cafe/bar and
restaurant has a relaxed ambience and is
particularly popular as a resting place for
walkers and cyclists who are exploring the
area, as well as couples and families wishing
to relax in the countryside setting. The
café/bar restaurant has capacity for 32
covers, with a further 26 covers available
near the reception area.
Al fresco dining is available to the front
of the property, with capacity for up to
52+ covers favorably located in the heart
of the village surrounded by trees and the
traditional stone architecture.
Weddings & Events
The Priory has previously had a wedding
license and proved to be an extremely
successful small wedding venue.
External
To the front of the property there is an
attractive outdoor seating area with a fix ed
canopy in t he summer, making it an ideal
place for al fresco dining.
To the rear of the property there is a car
park with capacity for approximately 15
vehicles.
Services
We are informed that the property is connected to mains
drainage, water, gas and electricity.
Licenses
We are advised that the hotel operates with a premises license.
The Business
Available to bona-fide parties upon completion of a
nondisclosure agreement.
Legal Costs
Each party is to be responsible for their own legal and
professional costs incurred in this transaction.
VAT
Should the sale of the Property or any right attached to it be
deemed a chargeable supply for VAT purposes, such tax will be
payable by the purchaser in addition to the sale price.
Anti-Money Laundering
In accordance with the Money L aundering Regulations, the
purchaser will be required to provide full proof of identity,
address and funding prior to an offer being accepted and
solicitors being instructed.
TUPE
The purchaser will be required to comply with the relevant
legislation in respect to current employees.
Fixtures & Fittings
Trade Inventory will be included in the sale.
Local Authority
All planning enquiries should be directed to Lancashire County
Council on 0 .All planning enquiries should be directed to Lancashire County Council on 0 .
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills. Prior to making an
appointment to view we recommend that you discuss any
particular points which are likely to affect your interest in t he
property with Savills.
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