For sale: an idyllic lifestyle on the mystic Shetland Islands as the owner of Busta House Hotel.
Alan Creevy, director of Chesterton's licensed leisure and hotels division, who will be handling the sale of Busta House, comments: ''This is a delightful way-of-life business in a beautiful setting on the western edge of the Shetland Islands.
''The building is steeped in history, originally dating from 1588.
''However, it has been meticulously maintained by the present owners and offers 20 letting bedrooms, dining room, bar and lounges, all set within 3.5 acres. The hotel even boasts its own sea harbour.
''We have no doubt that this business will be of interest to UK buyers and overseas buyers and have utilised our offices in the Far East and USA as part of the overall marketing campaign.
On turnover of around #460,000pa, the new owners could expect to achieve profits in the region of #70,000 to #80,000pa, Alan Creevy says.
The property, which includes well-furnished owners' accommodation, has been priced at offers over #595,000.
''At this level we expect significant interest from those wishing a quality lifestyle with a substantial income,'' he says.
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