DescriptionThe property comprises a substantial three-storey former coaching inn with additional attic accommodation, constructed beneath a pitched slate roof with rendered and painted elevations. The hotel occupies a prominent town centre position and extends to approximately 0.50 acres, providing a well-established hospitality asset comprising public trading facilities, guest accommodation and ancillary support areas. The property has traded as a hotel and inn for many years and remains an important part of the local hospitality offering.
LocationThe Wynnstay Hotel occupies a prominent position on Heol Maengwyn in the centre of Machynlleth, a historic market town situated within the Dyfi Valley on the southern fringe of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. The town serves as an important commercial and tourism hub for Mid Wales, benefiting from a year-round influx of visitors attracted by the area's outstanding natural beauty, walking and cycling routes, heritage attractions and coastal destinations. Machynlleth is located approximately 18 miles north east of Aberystwyth and some eight miles from the popular seaside resort of Aberdyfi. The town benefits from rail connections to Birmingham and the Cambrian Coast together with road access via the A487 and A489, both of which converge within the town centre.
Internal DetailsThe ground floor provides a range of characterful trading areas centred around a welcoming reception area. Customer facilities include a bar and lounge accommodating approximately 40 covers, together with a restaurant providing approximately 70 covers. A substantial rear function room, complete with stage facilities, offers capacity for approximately 80 guests and is suitable for private functions, entertainment events and community gatherings.
The extensive back-of-house facilities comprise a fully fitted commercial kitchen with dedicated preparation area, wash-up facilities, walk-in refrigeration, office accommodation and various ancillary storage rooms. Additional basement accommodation includes cellar facilities and further storage areas supporting the day-to-day operation of the business
Letting AccommodationThe hotel benefits from 24 ensuite letting bedrooms arranged over the upper floors. The rooms are individually styled and comprise a mix of single, double, twin, family and feature rooms, enabling the business to cater for a broad customer demographic. The accommodation generates an important income stream and benefits from the property's strategic location within a popular tourism destination. Public reviews regularly reference the property's character, friendly atmosphere, cleanliness and convenient town centre location
External DetailsExternally, the property benefits from a variety of customer trading areas including front terrace seating and a rear trade garden. Outside seating is available for approximately 50 customers in total, including a dedicated garden trading area accommodating around 30 covers. To the rear of the site is a customer car park providing approximately 20 parking spaces, together with external stores and service areas. The site extends to approximately 0.50 acres.
Owner's AccommodationSeparate residential accommodation is arranged within the upper parts of the property and comprises seven bedrooms, two bathrooms and a domestic kitchen. The accommodation is currently utilised in connection with the operation of the business and may offer flexibility for staff, management occupation or alternative uses, subject to any necessary consents.
Investment SummaryThe Wynnstay Hotel presents an opportunity to acquire a freehold hotel investment secured against a substantial and established hospitality asset in the centre of one of Mid Wales' most attractive market towns.
The property is let on a long lease producing a current rental income of £25,000 per annum, with annual indexed rental uplifts subject to collar and cap provisions. There are 81 years remaining on the lease. The tenant has operated the business since 2024 and the asset benefits from diversified trading income derived from accommodation, food, beverage and events.
TenureThe investment offers secure indexed income from a long lease whilst also presenting future opportunities for active asset management. Investors may identify scope to enhance value through future rental growth, lease restructuring opportunities, accommodation improvements and longer-term redevelopment or alternative use potential, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.
TenancyThe property is occupied by experienced local operators who acquired the long leasehold interest in 2024 and continue to trade the business as a hotel, restaurant and public house serving both tourists and the local community.
The business benefits from established accommodation income together with food and beverage sales generated throughout the year.
RegulatoryPremises licence.