CHARMING GUEST HOUSE/RESIDENCE IN TOURISM GATEWAY FOR SALE

A warm welcome to the Shamrock Arms. Rated number 1 on TripAdviser for the past six years, this historic, beautifully maintained property with modern features is perfectly situated to explore Boven’s outdoor adventure activities or nearby attractions such as the Kruger Park. While the four star guesthouse is a going concern, the property’s range of private rooms and communal areas also makes it a perfect residence for family and friends.

Consisting of seven en-suite guestrooms, a dining room, traditional Irish pub and paved off-street parking, the guesthouse/residence is situated on a quiet section of the main road.

A 16 seater dining area, pub, two guest toilets and one en-suite bedroom are located in a lovely 1894 sandstone house. This 275m2 building has original Oregan floors and windows, fireplaces and a street-facing veranda overlooking a colourful garden. A fully-equipped kitchen (with gas stove, dishwasher and two door display fridge), scullery/laundry and two storerooms as well as a private living area with TV-lounge and en-suite bedroom (which could be converted into another guestroom) are also situated in this building.

Six en-suite guest bedrooms fronted by a veranda are located in an adjoining 232m2 building. Each room has its own outside entrance, air-conditioning, smart TV and fridge. There is also an office and storeroom as well as a braai area for outside entertaining.

The entire property has hybrid solar inverter backup power. Security beams and cameras have been installed, as has a 5000 litre JoJo water tank.

For buyers interested in keeping the Shamrock Arms as a guesthouse, the property is the only tourism graded accommodation in town, is VAT registered and has a liquor licence. It also has a comprehensive database of local and international guests and travel agents and a beautifully designed website with online booking function.

SELLING PRICE AND OPTIONS
The asking price for the Shamrock Arms property and furnishings, which includes all furniture, appliances, electronic devices, cutlery, crockery, bedding etc. is R3 million. The owner (who is relocating, leaving the running of the guesthouse to competent and friendly staff, who could be retained if required) is open to offers, including selling the property with or without furnishings.

Also for sale is the nearby van Gogh cottage. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, (main en-suite), dining area, lounge with fireplace and doors onto a veranda, pantry, office alcove, established garden, garage and outside room, the house is light, spacious and features various artistic treasures, from mosaic decorations to a round porthole window. Van Gogh cottage cost: R500,000.