Summary
• AA 3 Star standard independenthotel in close proximity to all major transport links
• Operated with a structured management team
• Spacious public areas including reception with open plan lounge, bar and restaurant
• Extensive conference and banqueting facilities with capacity for 300-500 max although, can be sub-divided into 5 separate meeting rooms
• 55 en-suite guest bedrooms
• Licensed for Civil Ceremonies
• Spa with indoor pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Steam Room, 3 treatment rooms and relaxation area
Property
Botleigh Grange Hotel is a former country house originally constructed in
the 17th century, which has subsequently undergone a number of
extensions to form the hotel, as it stand today. The property is set within mature grounds, extending in total to about 14 acres together with its own fishing lake. A renowned hotel & spa, conference and banqueting venue, popular destination for wedding receptions and other similar celebratory events.
The property is in need of investment to reposition the business and take advantage of its unique qualities on the outskirts of Southampton. As a result, we consider there is a distinctive opportunity to brand the hotel, subject to investment although, the business is currently operated as an independent mid-market hotel.
Location
Southampton is a city in Hampshire and the largest in South East England, 70 miles (110 km) south-west of London and 15 miles (24 km) north-west of Portsmouth. Also a major port and is close to the New Forest, it lies at the northernmost point of Southampton Water, at the confluence of the River Test and Itchen with the River Hamble joining to the south. The unitary authority had a population of 253,651 at the 2011 census. Significant employers in the area include Southampton City Council, the University of Southampton, Solent University, Southampton Airport, Ordnance Survey, BBC South, the NHS, Associated British Ports (ABP) and Carnival UK.
The surrounding area comprises residential properties, a business park immediately adjacent and the Aegas Bowl Hampshire Cricket Ground and Southampton Premiership FC are also located nearby.
The hotel is situated in the Hedge End, a suburb of Southampton 6 miles east of the city centre. The Property is approximately 1.5 miles from M27 (Junction 7) which provides access to Southampton Airport Parkway as well as Eastleigh to the north and Portsmouth to the south east. The Airport provides international services and handles nearly two million passengers each year.
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established hotel where a future owner can add value…
Accommodation
Accommodation is briefly arranged as follows:
Public areas - Reception is accessed through the central bell tower in the
main building the reception with staircase providing access to the upper floors. Passenger lift available for upper levels.
Bar and Lounge to the rear of the building and benefits from pleasant
views of the lake and garden. Large centrally bar server together with tables and chairs seating 30, with additional seating on the rear patio.
Restaurant with small corner bar. This room is also used for wedding
ceremonies in conjunction with the function room, seating 40 max.
Function Suite multi-purpose room benefitting from good natural light with
full height windows and double doors providing views and access to the garden, seating 100 max.
Private Dining Room overlooks the gardens, seating 65. Boardroom to the front of the main building, seating 20.
Millennium Suite with a dedicated entrance and also has a separate bar
area. Seating capacity for 300 with maximum capacity 500. Partitioning providing various meeting room options. The function room has good levels of natural light with patio doors providing access to the garden.
Letting Accommodation - 55 en suite individual letting bedrooms (all
double / twin rooms) arranged over ground, first and second floor levels.
Spa located at the rear of the hotel, a detached spa building which is
accessed externally from the public areas of the main hotel. Reception area, swimming pool, steam room, Jacuzzi, three treatment rooms, a manicure room, a relaxation room and two changing rooms.
Ancillary Areas the hotel has a wide range of back of house facilities
and amenities, including a substantial commercial catering kitchen with preparation area, wash up area, still room, staff area, cold store, dry store, freezer, cellarage, administration offices and ladies and gents WCs.
Business
Revenue is from a range of income streams including letting accommodation, food and beverage, conference and banqueting, leisure & spa breaks.
Sales for the Year Ending May 2019 was £1.781m excluding VAT.
Further trading information will be made available to seriously interested parties upon request and upon receipt of a completed and signed non-disclosure agreement (NDA).
Please visit the hotels website www.botleighgrange.comfor more information.
Services
We understand that mains electricity, gas, drainage and water are connected. We have not undertaken any tests to ascertain the condition or capacity of these services.
Business Rates
The business rates are payable to Southampton City Council.
Fire Risk Assessment
We have assumed that suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment has been carried out under the regulatory reform (Fire Safety Order 2005). This assessment needs to be recorded in writing where there are five or more
EPC
A copy is available on request.
Licenses
We understand that the hotel benefits from a Premises License and a Civil Marriage Licence.
Stock in trade
The stock in trade is to be purchased in addition at cost and at valuation upon the day of completion.
Fixtures, Fittings and
Equipment
We are advised that all fixtures, fittings and other items associated with the running of the business will be included within the sale. All
appliances are untested and the purchaser should satisfy themselves that all equipment is in full working order.
Viewing Arrangements
Viewing arrangements are strictly via appointment only
through the vendor’s sole agent, Lambert Smith Hampton.
Under no circumstances should any party make an indirect
approach to the business, the staff or management at the
hotel.
Viewing is strictly by appointment only.
For further information,
please contact:
Simon Stevens
DD: 020 7198 2155
M: 07702 809055
E: sstevens@lsh.co.uk
© Subject to Contract and Exclusive of VAT © Lambert Smith Hampton August 2019.
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