Lot 966, THE BOAT INN, OUGHTERARD, CO. GALWAY, H91 FF6F.

A PRESTIGIOUS LANDMARK PREMISES WITH 11 BEDROOMS, A SELF CONTAINED 1 BED APARTMENT, RETAIL PREMISES AND BAR / RESTAURANT. EXCELLENT INDOOR AND OUTDOOR DINING AREAS ALL LOCATED IN THE HEART OF OUGHTERARD VILLAGE, BEING THE GATEWAY TO CONNEMARA.

The property is located in the heart of Oughterard being situated in the main square of Oughterard. Oughterard is a flourishing village on the shores of Lough Corrib (being the largest lake in Ireland), with a good range of shops, pubs, hotels and schools. The CSO figures for 2016 were 1,318 people living in the area with many more living in the outlying villages. County Galway has over 179,000 as per the 2016 Census (CSO figures).

The village caters well for the growing local population, as well as the large numbers of visitors who come to take advantage of the walking, boating, and beautiful scenery for which this village is justly famous. Oughterard is classed at the Gateway to Connemara and the perfect location for exploring the local beautiful countryside surrounding the area. Lough Corrib is under a mile away, being the largest Golf is available at the 18 hole Oughterard golf course, set in natural parkland and there are six other golf courses within an hour`s drive. The village is within easy commuting distance of Galway being under 25 minutes` drive from Galway City centre.

TRANSPORT LINKS: Oughterard is located 26 kilometers (18 miles) to the Northwest of Galway City located on the N59. Being only 31 miles from Clifden, it is the perfect location to explore the Connemara Area. There are good bus links to Galway and Clifden from several providers.

THE INN / HOTEL: This landmark long established premises offers a great opportunity for growth and possible future development and is for sale by private treaty. The hotel is set on a site of circa 0.2 acres which is located in the centre of Oughterard and primarily spread over 2 floors and extends to circa 880 square meters. This comprises of reception area, fully licensed bar and restaurant with large dining / function room and separate bar to the side. There are enclosed gardens designed for an outside dining experience and the property has a large seating to the front of the property with substantial kerb frontage and appeal. To the side there is a separate commercial unit (historically used as an off license) and to the first floor a self contained 1 bedroom apartment. There is a fully equipped kitchen with cold rooms / freezers and ample preparation areas. The capacity is estimated for circa 150 covers.

On the first floor there are 11 double and triple rooms, all being well presented throughout and benefitting from television points and ensuite facilities. There is an additional storage room and office located on the first floor.

CONTENTS: All contents (excluding a few personal possessions) are included in the sale.

SERVICES: Mains water, mains electricity, mains sewerage, gas central heating.

TITLE: LEASEHOLD 999 year lease from 1st May 1915

LICENSE: 7 DAY PUBLICANS LICENSE expires 30th September 2024

COMMERCIAL RATES: Valuation Number 1196628 - €11,466

SOLICITOR: Comyn Kelleher Tobin Solicitors
2 Georges Quay
Cork
T12 TR2A

ACCOUNTANT: Tom McGuinness
Century Business Services Ltd
4 Perry Square
Limerick
061 313611

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS AND FURTHER INFORMATION.
Any further information queries and to arrange a viewing please contact sole selling agents - Spencer Auctioneers

Luke Spencer – 087 9214467 - luke@spencerauctioneers.com


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