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More details for Shieldhill Rd, Biggar - Specialist for Sale

Shieldhill Castle Hotel - Shieldhill Rd

Biggar, ML12 6NA

Specialist for Sale
£1,500,000
34,579 sq ft

Biggar Specialist for Sale - Quothquan

Impressive, Historic 30-Bedroom Country House Hotel in 6.5 acres Superb Rural Location - Accessible to Edinburgh, Glasgow & M74 Range of Letting Accommodation in Main Castle, Stable Block & Lodges Attractive Public Rooms; Marquee Area; 3-Bed Private House Established Hotel Business & Wedding Venue A house has stood at Shieldhill on its present site overlooking the Clyde Valley and Lanarkshire hills, for over 800 years. It originally dates back to 1199, and parts of the original remain, but it is the 18th and 19th Century additions to the main property that predominate. The house has been occupied since 1560, mainly by the Chancellor family who it was that sold the property in 1959. It was then that Shieldhill metamorphosed into hotel use. Shieldhill Castle Hotel is an outstanding 30-bedroom country house hotel located in Quothquan, a short 4 miles north of Biggar in the rolling rural countryside of Lanarkshire. The hotel is readily accessible with both Edinburgh and Glasgow within an hour's drive and the Abington junction providing access to the M74 20-minutes away. The location is an ideal spot for tourists and the residents of the surrounding locality. The rural, secluded location is also ideal for exclusive use events, such as weddings or conferences. The hotel itself is grand, with 16-bedrooms located in the hotel and additional accommodation within the Stable Block (10-bedrooms) and 2 Chalets (4-bedrooms). There is also a 3-bedroom house on site. Inside the hotel there is a range of attractive public areas to suit a variety of guests. Externally, the hotel boasts tranquil grounds of c.6.5 acres with marquee and pond; plus the 'Nelson Mandela' tree commemorating his visit in 1997. The sale of Shieldhill Castle Hotel presents a wonderful opportunity for a buyer to acquire a magnificent country house hotel with fantastic business development prospects. The Shieldhill Castle and the adjacent Shieldhill stable block are both Historic Scotland Category B Listed Buildings and the hotels' accommodation is divided over 3 main areas -the castle, stable block and the lodges. From the main road the hotel's private driveway leads past the grounds to the gravelled sweep and parking in front of the castle. The main hotel has its accommodation over ground. first and second floor levels, with additional accommodation in the stable annexe and lodges, and briefly is as follows :- Main entrance door into entrance reception hallway, leads into: - Tinto View Restaurant (25) with feature fireplace with wood burning stove Alexander Lounge (30) - can be used as Private dining for up to 30 people and adjoins the Bridal Suite. Oak Lounge (15) with feature fireplace and wood panelled walls Reception Area with Office off Market Bar (30) with bar servery, and access to outdoor terrace Alexander Meeting Room FF (30) Chapel with separate entrance (90) Marquee (110 seated) 2 X detached timber chalet lodges in the grounds of the hotel. 4 X Double Bedrooms Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. LPG gas for kitchen. Heating is from either oil-fired central heating system or electric panel heaters. Located in the stable courtyard, a 2-storey cottage, currently used for staff accommodation. Outdoor terrace with picnic tables Ample car parking Tree lined lawned area with ornate pond Offers around £1,500,000 are invited for the heritable (freehold) interest in the property, the trade fixtures, fittings and equipment, together with the goodwill of the business, which is to be sold complete as a going concern. Stock in trade to be purchased at an additional price at valuation on the date of entry.