A hotel named after the great hall of a reputedly haunted Scottish castle has changed hands.
The hotel was described as “hugely popular” with an “iconic bar and restaurant”, by Cornerstone Business Agents.
The Goblin Ha’ Hotel in Gifford, East Lothian, also has seven en-suite letting rooms.
Part of the nearby original Yester Castle ruin, known as the Hobgoblin Hall, was said to have been built using “magic”, and featured in Sir Walter Scott’s Marmion.
The property has a conservatory, a function room and beer garden as well as substantial owners’ accommodation.
Cornerstone Business Agents said it is “delighted to have acted for the owners to secure a bright new future for the hotel,” adding: “We wish the new owners of the business the very best in their attempts to restore the hotel back to its former glory.”
The value of the transaction was not disclosed but the leasehold was advertised at £20,000 and the annual rent £71,000.
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Family-owned Laings, which was established in 1840, said its "long-awaited" showroom will launch in the B-listed Rowan House on Buchanan Street following an investment of £5 million. The Victorian-era building, which incorporates Charles Rennie Mackintosh designs, includes a ground floor dedicated to luxury watch brands such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, and TAG Heur.
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