Golden Lion Hotel, Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Settle, North Yorkshire

The Golden Lion Hotel is in a traditional village in the heart of the famous Yorkshire Dales. Just 8 miles north of the popular market town of Settle, Horton-in-Ribblesdale is surrounded by popular attractions, market towns, country walks, including the World famous 'Three Peaks'. With it being at the start and finish of the Three Peaks walk, this pub is the choice establishment for walkers and tourists alike to come and enjoy good food and drink in a beautiful surrounding after a days hiking.

Predominantly accessed via the A65 westbound from Skipton, which is the road that connects Leeds to the North West of England and nearby market towns such as Ilkley, Settle and Ingleton.

The property is a detached public house situated in a beautiful village in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. This three-storey property is in need of renovation and has lots of scope to improve on the already impressive income. Understood to date from the 16th Century as a former coaching Inn. It is of stone construction under a pitched slate roof and boasts attractive rendered walls.

The property briefly comprises:-

TRADE AREAS
Entrance is at the side of the property from the car park, you are welcomed into a traditional style LOUNGE area with feature log burning stove and exposed beams with plenty of charm and character. Opposite the lounge area is the TAP ROOM, with stone flooring, TV on the wall and a darts area. Capacity of 30.

The serveries are back to back, servicing both the tap room and the lounge. Which is fully equipped with modern till system, large selection of draught beverages, well stocked bar and drinks fridges.

To the rear of the pub is the GAMES ROOM, a large space with stone flooring, pool table and feature fireplace.

Through the games room is the large DINNG ROOM, used for carvery's on the weekend and a breakfast room for lodging guests. As well as serving up daily lunch and evening meals.

All trade areas are of a good standard and in keeping with the period of the property.

LADIES AND GENTLEMENS TOILETS are adjacent to main bar area.

The Golden Lion Hotel is serviced by a CELLAR accessed from the rear of the property.

Fully equipped CATERING KITCHEN and various COLD AND DRY STORE ROOMS offset. In addition there is a WASHING ROOM with dishwasher and wash basin.

LETTING ACCOMMODATION
FIVE EN SUITE ROOMS and equipped with TV's and tea making facilities. Family room, two twins and two double rooms. There is a further BUNK ROOM that sleeps 15 people, which is perfect for larger parties.

OWNERS ACCOMMODATION
Located on the first and upper floors is the spacious private owner's accommodation, currently divided to house staff and comprises SEVEN BEDROOMS, FOUR BATHROOMS and a STORE ROOM. This is a exceptional space with lots of potential.

EXTERNAL
To the side and the rear of the property is a large CAR PARK. To the rear of the pub, there is a DECKED AREA, which is extremely popular in the warmer months and increases the pub's capacity significantly. The pub sits on a relatively large plot of land and the space could be better utilised.

Business:
With an average turnover of approximately £320,000 and a good net profit, there is potential to expand the business The current owner has run the pub for 34 years and looking to retire. With a fresh injection of enthusiasm and expansion on the trading hours, this businesses income would increase significantly.

Further accounting details are available to all interested parties after a formal viewing.

Tenure:
FREEHOLD £850,000 to include fixtures, fittings and goodwill. Stock at valuation in addition.

No direct approach to be made to the business; please direct all communications through Sidney Phillips.

Viewing strictly by appointment only.

Licence:
A full Premises Licence is held.

Monday-Thursday17:00 - 23:00
Friday-Sunday 12:00 - 23:00

Meal Times
Monday - Friday 18:00 - 21:00
Saturday & Sunday 12:00 - 21:00

Services:
Mains Gas, electric and mains sewerage.
Local Authority: Craven District Council
Telephone:
Rateable value: £12,750