£30,000 pa
(£0.82/sq. ft. pa)
Leisure/hospitality to letThe Ancient Unicorn, Bowes, Barnard Castle DL12
36,634 sq. ft
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About this property
To Let - Historic Grade II Listed Coaching Inn
Rental of £30,000 per annum
Licenced Restaurant, Bar and Wedding Venue
Strong trading history
Multiple Revenue Streams
Description
The Ancient Unicorn is a charming destination featuring a fully licenced bar and restaurant, a village shop, a 14-bedroom hotel, and a two-bedroom owner’s home. The property is licensed for weddings and regularly hosts events and celebrations, it’s loved by locals for its mix of historic character and modern comfort. Guests can relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard with plenty of seating. Rated 4.5 stars out of 5 on Google with nearly 400 reviews, and boasting almost 800 reviews on , it’s a popular choice year-round. Rooms are especially in high demand during the summer thanks to its location on the famous Pennine Way walk, it’s also a hit with contractors ahead of upcoming work on the A66. This property offers an exciting opportunity for a live-in owner or operator to take on a well-known historic inn with great lifestyle appeal. With spacious owner’s accommodation, multiple income streams, and room for growth, it’s perfect for anyone looking to combine residential living with running a hospitality business in a sought-after village.
Location
Situated in a prime spot along the A66, just minutes from Barnard Castle, the Ancient Unicorn enjoys steady traffic from tourists, hikers, wedding guests, and daily commuters. With the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Yorkshire Dales close by, the region draws thousands of nature enthusiasts and holidaymakers all year round.
Trading History
The business has a strong trading history in the property with multiple revenue streams from the Public House, Restaurant and Hotel.
Year - Turnover
2023 £309,506
2024 £363,306
2025 £309,506 (up to November 2025)
Full business accounts are available on request.
The Ancient Unicorn is a charming destination featuring a fully licenced bar and restaurant, a village shop, a 14-bedroom hotel, and a two-bedroom owner’s home. The property is licensed for weddings and regularly hosts events and celebrations, it’s loved by locals for its mix of historic character and modern comfort. Guests can relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard with plenty of seating. Rated 4.5 stars out of 5 on Google with nearly 400 reviews, and boasting almost 800 reviews on , it’s a popular choice year-round. Rooms are especially in high demand during the summer thanks to its location on the famous Pennine Way walk, it’s also a hit with contractors ahead of upcoming work on the A66. This property offers an exciting opportunity for a live-in owner or operator to take on a well-known historic inn with great lifestyle appeal. With spacious owner’s accommodation, multiple income streams, and room for growth, it’s perfect for anyone looking to combine residential living with running a hospitality business in a sought-after village.
Location
Situated in a prime spot along the A66, just minutes from Barnard Castle, the Ancient Unicorn enjoys steady traffic from tourists, hikers, wedding guests, and daily commuters. With the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Yorkshire Dales close by, the region draws thousands of nature enthusiasts and holidaymakers all year round.
Trading History
The business has a strong trading history in the property with multiple revenue streams from the Public House, Restaurant and Hotel.
Year - Turnover
2023 £309,506
2024 £363,306
2025 £309,506 (up to November 2025)
Full business accounts are available on request.
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