AN abandoned seaside hotel that "looks like Fawlty Towers" is set to be auctioned off years after it closed down for good during the during the pandemic. Previously rated 3-star, the establishment located near a Scottish seaside town, hasn't hosted guests since March 2020. 9 The hotel has been mothballed for several years Credit: Rightmove/SDL Property Auctions 9 It is set to be auctioned off at the end of September Credit: Rightmove/SDL Property Auctions 9 Punters felt it had the same energy as Fawlty Towers Credit: Rightmove/SDL Property Auctions 9 The building remains untouched since it last had guests Credit: Rightmove/SDL Property Auctions The Victorian property which previously traded as a "boutique hotel" boasts 10 rooms, a reception hall, a lounge bar, a sun room, a 12-seater dining room and a self-contained owner's two-bedroom apartment.
It occupies a 0.42-acre site and offers over 4,000 square feet of living space with the interior featuring numerous ornate elements, particularly in the stairwell and cupola, complemented by high-quality timber and plaster craftsmanship. The Hunter Quay Hotel near Dunoon was previously owned by Sir Thomas Lipton who founded the Lipton Tea brand.
The residence dates back to approximately 1865/70, making it a truly remarkable stately home of the the rags-to-riches tycoon. Read More Property CUT DOWN ‘Dystopian castle’ is looming over homes - we’re forcing owner to axe top floor GROWTH MARKET Million-pound mansion on the market for reduced price, there's a major catch The property boasts stunning views of the Firth of Clyde alongside uninterrupted views of the surrounding views of the mountains and countryside. It is the principle resort to the picturesque Cowal Peninsula and the maritime gateway to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
The Holy Loch is approximately a 3 minute drive away and the Dunoon Village is nearby. The Benmore Botanic Gardens are within a 12 minute drive, being a popular tourist attraction, as well as Glasgow being an easy commute via a ferry and then a short drive. Most read in Money UP FOR SAIL Picturesque Scots marina with stunning Highland views hits the market TOTAL RECALL Home Bargains urgently recalls EIGHT products and issues 'do not use' warnings BEER BOGGLES I’m a booze expert & blind tested top beers - snobs will HATE surprise winner BANK BARRAGE Barclays sent me 3k IDENTICAL letters in 3 days, I could barely open my door SDL Property Auctions, who are managing the sale, said the now-abandoned hotel offers potential for a variety of uses including luxury flats, wedding venue, residential and a care home - subject to planning consent.
However, the once-grand accommodation needs some TLC as it was last renovated in 2004. Iconic British TV comedy to make return with brand new episodes – 40 years after the final series aired Punters browsing the auction ad wondered if the home might be haunted as it looked like it had been untouched for many years. Others compared the scene to that of the classic series about a hot-headed hotelier played by comic legend John Cleese, "Fawlty Towers" 9 The home has a stunning garden and plenty of space Credit: Rightmove/SDL Property Auctions 9 It comes with its own bar and dining room Credit: Rightmove/SDL Property Auctions 9 It could be converted into private flats or a care home Credit: Rightmove/SDL Property Auctions 9 The whole was once owned by a tea tycoon Credit: RIGHTMOVE/SDL PROPERTY AUCTIONS One wrote: "Shame really as it used to look quite nice but a bit old fashioned.
Could probably have done with a visit from Alex Polizzi [The Hotel Inspector.] Another said: "It seems to be in better condition than I though, for that price. The question is how you renovate it to maintain the original features without it looking horribly old fashioned.
It's definitely one for George Clarke's 'Old House, New Home'." A third commented: "I was hoping for at least one haunted bedroom!" A fourth added: "If there's a ghost, they're legally obligated to tell you." Read more on the Scottish Sun FRANKENWEEGIE Iconic Scots landmark closes doors to film for Hollywood blockbuster BABY ON WAY! Gran-to-be Lorraine Kelly reunites with Rosie as she reveals due date The hotel is on the market for the guide price of £430,000.
The auction will take place online on 26th of September at 9am. 9 It has stunning views of the Firth of Clyde Credit: RIGHTMOVE/SDL PROPERTY AUCTIONS.
