Famed Borders coaching inn The Buccleuch Arms is up for sale, after over 20 successful years under the care of current owner Billy Hamilton, who is now retiring.
The 19th century property, in the village of St Boswells, just outside Melrose, has 19 ensuite bedrooms, a bar and bistro, a large private garden, a boardroom/private dining room and a function room.
Thanks to Hamilton’s care and attention, The Buccleuch Arms business has won the Scottish ‘Inn of the Year’ Award four times and continues to benefit from strong footfall and loyalty from the local community, as well as travelling business and leisure guests.
Sitting in a prominent position in the village, fronting onto the A68 and within easy reach of Melrose to the north, the hotel has built a solid reputation for quality local and seasonal food, and a warm, welcoming modern country pub atmosphere.
Having managed the business since 2003, Billy has decided to retire and focus on other business interests, and has instructed Christie & Co to market the Buccleuch Arms as available to acquire in ‘turnkey condition’.
Director of hotels at Christie & Co, Gary Witham, is managing the sale and said: “This prominent hotel is at the heart of St Boswells and has not been available on the open market for over 40 years.
“The business offers a great mix of rooms and stylish bar/restaurant ready for a new owner to succeed on day one.”
The Buccleuch Arms is on the market with a freehold asking price of offers in the region of £1,300,000.
