House For Sale £975,000
*stunning guest house on the norfolk coast* The sale of The Durdans is a unique opportunity to purchase as spacious home or thriving business with the potential of multiple income streams and a great reputation. Viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate the flexibility and potential that this stunning Edwardian House has to offer as either a family home, a going concern or even a boutique hotel/wedding venue.
"The Durdans"
Successfully operating as the only Bed and Breakfast in the popular village of Mundesley. The Durdans offers eight guest bedrooms, seven of which have en-suite facilities and one of which is on the ground floor. It has four other non-guest bedrooms on the ground and second floor. It is positioned in quiet and peaceful grounds over two acres. Benefitting from a tree-lined driveway, an orchard and a mature plot overlooking the neighbouring
fields, the outside is as charming as the main house.
With an abundance of character features throughout, the ground floor is accessed through the formal entrance and is currently dedicated to
guest use with the western aspect offering a drawing room, dining room and sitting room, all with direct views over the formal gardens. The recent extensive renovations carried out by the current owners include the addition of a stunning ground floor en-suite guest bedroom with a large bay and window seat. The kitchen/breakfast room, laundry room, office and utility room are accessed off the rear lobby, along with a further ground floor bedroom with en-suite shower room (ideal for a beauty treatment room or for overnight staff).
The central staircase leads up to the galleried first floor landing, which serves six bedrooms with en-suite facilities and a seventh bedroom with a private bathroom opposite. The second floor, accessed through a secondary staircase is currently used as private owner's accommodation, offering three/four bedrooms, a family bathroom and a shower room. This floor has the potential to be a completely self-contained apartment and either continue to be used as private owners quarters or for additional self-catering accommodation.
The house enjoys an enclosed and prominent plot of 2.32acres (stms). It is situated on the edge of the village and is approached via a long tree-lined driveway leading to a large parking and turning area with ample parking for a number of vehicles. The gardens are well maintained and mainly laid to lawn, offering an orchard and large open spaces with mature shrubs & trees. The rear garden enjoys a private woodland area and borders neighbouring farmland with stunning views. There is an outbuilding with planning permission for self-catering accommodation and an area enclosed by a picket fence, ideal for dogs.
"A Fantastic Business Opportunity"
The current owners, though new to the hospitality industry, have enjoyed their time at The Durdans and have had a successful four years as proprietors, gaining much returning business. Having relocated from out of the County, they feel grateful to have come across the hidden gem that is the village of Mundesley and are happy to discuss their experiences of their relocation and the business to any potential new owner. During their time here, they have carried out extensive renovation works to the property (a detailed list can be provided upon request) and have for the past two years been awarded a coveted 9.6 rating by and a five star rating on the popular review site 'Trip Advisor'. These ratings are a result of the excellent standard of customer service provided by the owners, the fantastic produce supplied by the local Greengrocer and Butcher and the physical appearance and comfort of the guest areas.
The Bed & Breakfast is on its way to running at a 70% occupancy per annum, but there is vast potential to increase this further. With the approved planning permission for a self-contained annex, tradesman entrance and front balcony - there is so much scope for further income streams.
"Located Near One Of Norfolk's Best Beaches"
A stone’s throw from one of the best beaches in the area, this home offers the best of coastal and rural living. Mundesley is a well-served and active village and is also well positioned from which to explore the coast, the Broads and the countryside across this beautiful area.
The seaside village of Mundesley offers a range of shopping facilities including Post Office and other amenities including two schools, anexcellent 9 hole
golf course and a health centre. A bus service operates to the resort town of Cromer, the market town of North Walsham and links to Norwich City Centre where more comprehensive facilities can be found.
The North Norfolk Coast is renowned for its sandy beaches, bird
reserves and excellent sailing facilities is close by and the famous
Norfolk Broads are within easy reach with Wroxham, the acknowledged
centre of the Broads network situated about ten miles away. The
picturesque Georgian town of Holt is about 12 miles and has excellent
shopping facilities as well as being the home of Gresham’s public
school.
"The Durdans"
Successfully operating as the only Bed and Breakfast in the popular village of Mundesley. The Durdans offers eight guest bedrooms, seven of which have en-suite facilities and one of which is on the ground floor. It has four other non-guest bedrooms on the ground and second floor. It is positioned in quiet and peaceful grounds over two acres. Benefitting from a tree-lined driveway, an orchard and a mature plot overlooking the neighbouring
fields, the outside is as charming as the main house.
With an abundance of character features throughout, the ground floor is accessed through the formal entrance and is currently dedicated to
guest use with the western aspect offering a drawing room, dining room and sitting room, all with direct views over the formal gardens. The recent extensive renovations carried out by the current owners include the addition of a stunning ground floor en-suite guest bedroom with a large bay and window seat. The kitchen/breakfast room, laundry room, office and utility room are accessed off the rear lobby, along with a further ground floor bedroom with en-suite shower room (ideal for a beauty treatment room or for overnight staff).
The central staircase leads up to the galleried first floor landing, which serves six bedrooms with en-suite facilities and a seventh bedroom with a private bathroom opposite. The second floor, accessed through a secondary staircase is currently used as private owner's accommodation, offering three/four bedrooms, a family bathroom and a shower room. This floor has the potential to be a completely self-contained apartment and either continue to be used as private owners quarters or for additional self-catering accommodation.
The house enjoys an enclosed and prominent plot of 2.32acres (stms). It is situated on the edge of the village and is approached via a long tree-lined driveway leading to a large parking and turning area with ample parking for a number of vehicles. The gardens are well maintained and mainly laid to lawn, offering an orchard and large open spaces with mature shrubs & trees. The rear garden enjoys a private woodland area and borders neighbouring farmland with stunning views. There is an outbuilding with planning permission for self-catering accommodation and an area enclosed by a picket fence, ideal for dogs.
"A Fantastic Business Opportunity"
The current owners, though new to the hospitality industry, have enjoyed their time at The Durdans and have had a successful four years as proprietors, gaining much returning business. Having relocated from out of the County, they feel grateful to have come across the hidden gem that is the village of Mundesley and are happy to discuss their experiences of their relocation and the business to any potential new owner. During their time here, they have carried out extensive renovation works to the property (a detailed list can be provided upon request) and have for the past two years been awarded a coveted 9.6 rating by and a five star rating on the popular review site 'Trip Advisor'. These ratings are a result of the excellent standard of customer service provided by the owners, the fantastic produce supplied by the local Greengrocer and Butcher and the physical appearance and comfort of the guest areas.
The Bed & Breakfast is on its way to running at a 70% occupancy per annum, but there is vast potential to increase this further. With the approved planning permission for a self-contained annex, tradesman entrance and front balcony - there is so much scope for further income streams.
"Located Near One Of Norfolk's Best Beaches"
A stone’s throw from one of the best beaches in the area, this home offers the best of coastal and rural living. Mundesley is a well-served and active village and is also well positioned from which to explore the coast, the Broads and the countryside across this beautiful area.
The seaside village of Mundesley offers a range of shopping facilities including Post Office and other amenities including two schools, anexcellent 9 hole
golf course and a health centre. A bus service operates to the resort town of Cromer, the market town of North Walsham and links to Norwich City Centre where more comprehensive facilities can be found.
The North Norfolk Coast is renowned for its sandy beaches, bird
reserves and excellent sailing facilities is close by and the famous
Norfolk Broads are within easy reach with Wroxham, the acknowledged
centre of the Broads network situated about ten miles away. The
picturesque Georgian town of Holt is about 12 miles and has excellent
shopping facilities as well as being the home of Gresham’s public
school.
