The Vicarage, Knutsford Road, Holmes Chapel, Cheshire, CW4 8EF

Property Details: • Type: Ask agent • Tenure: N/A • Floor Area: N/A

Key Features: • Prominently located coaching inn & hotel • 23 en suite letting bedrooms • Bar and restaurant (80) • Library (80), games room (40) • External seating & parking (40) • Desirable and affluent location. Energy Rating C • Christie & Co Ref: 5646778

Location: • Nearest Station: Holmes Chapel Station • Distance to Station: 0.9 miles

Agent Information: • Address: Whitefriars House, 6 Carmelite Street, London, EC4Y 0BS

Full Description: DescriptionOriginally a vicarage, the main three storey property dates back to the 16th century and is Grade II Listed. The property has been extended over the years, most notably the modern bedroom block extension to the rear, which provides most of the letting rooms. in addition to the main trading property is a detached two-storey Mill House which was due to be converted to long stay rooms. The property has parking to the front, side and rear, where there is also a raised external trading terrace and children’s play area.LocationThis attractive Cheshire Hotel is prominently located on the A50 between Knutsford and Holmes Chapel, approximately 0.5 miles north of Holmes Chapel village centre. Its eastern border is immediately adjacent to the River Dane. Junction 18 of the M6 is situated approximately one mile west, whilst Manchester City Centre is approximately 24 miles north, Chester City Centre is 25 miles to the west and Manchester International airport approximately 12 miles away.Internal DetailsThe trading area consists of a foyer with a fireplace and seating area, which leads into the main bar area. Adjacent to the main bar is the conservatory, which can seat 45 guests and 80 standing. The Games Room is a private dining room for up to 25 guests seated and up to 40 guests in a reception format.Fixtures & FittingsAll fixtures and fittings are to be included within the sale however, any items that are owned by third parties or subject to finance agreements will be exempt.Letting AccommodationThere are 23 letting rooms currently in operation with a further four unfurnished rooms not in use. Of the rooms in use, two are superior (suites) and one is an executive room which comprise a larger room with a four-poster bed.External DetailsThe property occupies a broadly level site which extends to approximately 1.07 acres with an in/out driveway approach to the hotel, with approximately 40 car parking spaces. There is a raised terrace with seating and a children’s play area. The external trading area is served by an additional mobile bar outside.The OpportunityThe affairs, business and property of the Company are being managed by the Joint Administrators Gareth Prince, Mark Malone and Julian Pitts of Begbies Traynor who act as agents for the Company without personal liability. All are Licenced Insolvency Practitioners. The Vicarage is a popular coaching inn and hotel and is well located on the busy A50 to pick up trade from nearby Knutsford, Holmes Chapel and the surrounding Cheshire villages.The various trade areas can be adapted to host a variety of events, from wedding receptions and ceremonies to banquets and private dining. The Vicarage has a wedding licence in place, and ceremonies are authorised to take place in the Games Room, The Library, the main restaurant and the Conservatory.The Old Vicarage provides an excellent opportunity for both local and regional hotel and pub operators that are looking for a well-located property with genuine business potentialBusiness RatesThe current rateable value is £32,500. Confirmation of business rates payable should be obtained from the local authority.Energy Performance CertificatesEPC 1