£650,000
Retail premises for sale
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Freehold
From
£650,000
(£93.04/sq. ft)
Retail premises for sale
The Ancient Unicorn, Bowes, Barnard Castle DL126,986 sq. ft
Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Bowes Hutchinson's CofE (Aided) School 0.1 miles
- Cotherstone Primary School 3.9 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
- Freehold
- For Sale - Historic Grade II Listed Coaching Inn
- Offers over £650,000
- Rent to buy options available
- Licenced Restaurant, Bar and Wedding Venue
- Strong trading history
- Conversion and new build construction of former agricultural barns to form three dwellings and a 10 bedroom extension to accommodation
Description
The Ancient Unicorn is a charming destination featuring a fully licenced bar and restaurant, a village shop, a 14-bedroom hotel, and a two-bedroom owner’s home. The property is licensed for weddings and regularly hosts events and celebrations, it’s loved by locals for its mix of historic character and modern comfort. Guests can relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard with plenty of seating. Rated 4.5 stars out of 5 on Google with nearly 400 reviews, and boasting almost 800 reviews on , it’s a popular choice year-round. Rooms are especially in high demand during the summer thanks to its location on the famous Pennine Way walk, it’s also a hit with contractors ahead of upcoming work on the A66. This property offers an exciting opportunity for a live-in owner or operator to take on a well-known historic inn with great lifestyle appeal. With spacious owner’s accommodation, multiple income streams, and room for growth, it’s perfect for anyone looking to combine residential living with running a hospitality business in a sought-after village.
Location
Situated in a prime spot along the A66, just minutes from Barnard Castle, the Ancient Unicorn enjoys steady traffic from tourists, hikers, wedding guests, and daily commuters. With the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Yorkshire Dales close by, the region draws thousands of nature enthusiasts and holidaymakers all year round.
Planning Permission
The property has planning permission under reference DM/18/02747/fpa for the conversion and new build construction of 3 dwellings and an additional 10 bedrooms.
The Ancient Unicorn is a charming destination featuring a fully licenced bar and restaurant, a village shop, a 14-bedroom hotel, and a two-bedroom owner’s home. The property is licensed for weddings and regularly hosts events and celebrations, it’s loved by locals for its mix of historic character and modern comfort. Guests can relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard with plenty of seating. Rated 4.5 stars out of 5 on Google with nearly 400 reviews, and boasting almost 800 reviews on , it’s a popular choice year-round. Rooms are especially in high demand during the summer thanks to its location on the famous Pennine Way walk, it’s also a hit with contractors ahead of upcoming work on the A66. This property offers an exciting opportunity for a live-in owner or operator to take on a well-known historic inn with great lifestyle appeal. With spacious owner’s accommodation, multiple income streams, and room for growth, it’s perfect for anyone looking to combine residential living with running a hospitality business in a sought-after village.
Location
Situated in a prime spot along the A66, just minutes from Barnard Castle, the Ancient Unicorn enjoys steady traffic from tourists, hikers, wedding guests, and daily commuters. With the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Yorkshire Dales close by, the region draws thousands of nature enthusiasts and holidaymakers all year round.
Planning Permission
The property has planning permission under reference DM/18/02747/fpa for the conversion and new build construction of 3 dwellings and an additional 10 bedrooms.
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