A POPULAR Islands hotel, which is ranked number one on TripAdvisor, is on the market.
Wick’s popular Nethercliffe Hotel is put up for sale for offers in the region of £420,000 through Highland estate agency ASG Commercial.
The three-star hotel, which is one of Wick’s oldest buildings and a prominent local landmark, features six guest bedrooms, a lounge bar and restaurant.
The property boasts a strong reputation – holding a 4.5 rating on TripAdvisor and is listed as the best hotel in the area.
Explaining the reason for the sale, ASG Commercial said it was due to owners Mervyn and Helen Hill deciding to retire.
ASG Commercial said: “Having reached retirement age and after making the Nethercliffe the success it is, the owners are ready to pass this well-established business onto its next owner.”
They continued: “This six letting bedroom hotel enjoys consistent all year-round profits derived from large numbers of tourists, business clients and loyal local support. Being located on the popular North Coast 500 tourist route, the Nethercliffe is perfectly situated for an overnight stop.”
ASG added that the mix of food and drink sales, and hotel room income had ensured the business has a “robust level of turnover”.
“Letting out the function room to host private parties such as funeral teas and christenings adds to the very sustainable sales of the business. The function room benefits from its own separate bar and can comfortably accommodate 70 people. The dining room has 30 covers, and the lounge can also accommodate up to 30 occupants.
“The owners host various events, including quiz nights and whisky tastings as fundraisers for local charities. These events not only engage the local community but also create a fun atmosphere that showcases the hotel’s amenities and services.
“This approach helps build a strong connection with the community and promotes the hotel in a positive light.”
As well as the six hotel bedroom the building also includes a large accommodation area for the owner, which features three bedrooms of its own and occupies part of the first floor and the whole of the second floor.
Other facilities include the dining room, which has space for up to 30 covers, and the function suite with its own bar which has room for 70.
The hotel's grounds also features a greenhouse and kitchen garden which supplies some of the business' food ingredients, as well as a barbecue hut which can accommodate up to 12 people.
"This inviting space is perfect for social gatherings, providing a relaxed atmosphere for cooking and dining. Outside the hut there as a seating area for guests fitted with a picnic bench.
"Throughout the well-manicured gardens, outdoor seating is thoughtfully placed, allowing guests to unwind and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The stone steps leading from the front entrance provide a picturesque spot to sit and take in the fresh air on the stone patio, set with picnic benches."
