A charming historical six room Inn with a successful Pub food service business in the Bethel Maine ski area. The current owners have transformed the Inn and Pub over the last couple of years into a successful business, enjoying the reputation of consistently preparing delicious food, while creating an inviting, comfortable and friendly environment that is enjoyed by locals, semi-locals (people with second homes) and vacationers.
The Briar Lea Inn provides the charm, comfort and personal attention you would expect from a quaint little inn. The Briar Lea Inn rooms are located up the staircase of the 160 year old fully renovated farmhouse. All of the rooms are well-appointed and decorated with a casual and eclectic antique decor. In room amenities also offered: Cable TV / DVD Players, Free Wireless Internet, In Room Coffee and Tea, and many other items to satisfy guest needs.
Important facts at a glance:
Built in 1850
1.2 acres
6 guest rooms with en-suite baths
45 seat English pub/dining room
Open year round
Zoning: General Commercial
Public water, private sewer
Central A/C inn & pub
Well appointed commercial kitchen
Ample parking, easy maintenance vinyl siding, hardwood floors, spacious owner’s quarters
NOI of $84,000.
The barn and carriage house adjoining the Inn/Restaurant have been completely renovated and remodeled on the ground floor. Here you will find the private owner’s quarters, consisting of a bedroom, private bath, kitchen with granite counter tops, new appliances, air conditioning unit and an open living space for a dining room, living room and office area. Off of the owner’s quarters is a second room which also has been completely renovated, with its own private bath, entry way, hardwood floors and air conditioner. There’s also a one car attached garage.
The second floor of the barn is in its original condition and has a wide option of possible uses, ranging from an extension of the owner’s quarters, to an apartment rental, or for the expansion of the business.
Today, both The Briar Lea Inn and the Jolly Drayman Pub reside in this historic farmhouse, providing the perfect offering of quality food service, an inviting atmosphere and unique ambiance all creating the ideal setting for couples, friends and/or families.
This is a fantastic opportunity with very motivated buyers, for anyone seeking a successful and rewarding viable lodging business with food service as well as a terrific lifestyle in the mountains of Maine.
SOLD For more information, contact The B&B Team, Inc.
