York House Inn (since 1896) $895,000

Local Landmark - the York House is Georgia’s oldest, continuously operating Inn, listed on the National Register of Historic places with 16 BAs total, 13 rooms and innkeepers quarters. The Country Style Inn sits on 4.5 acres, zoned commercial, which include a hemlock forest and creek. The Inn has 13 guest rooms with private baths and entrances, a full (separate) kitchen for guest use, a living room and dining room, and a lower level offering 1000 square feet of gathering space. The lower level also features former servants quarters, which were recently restored to expose 20-foot long, hand-hewn Chestnut beams and the original stone walls and fireplace. The Inn is famous for its two-story porch which spans the front of the house and provides beautiful views of the valley and surrounding mountains. The premises include a private Innkeeper’s residence of approximately 1200 square feet. The York House is located in Rabun County, a rapidly growing area. Many National Parks, recreation areas, art enclaves and shopping venues, are accessible from the Inn as are Highlands, Cherokee and Asheville NC and the Chattooga River. The business is now prime for marketing and full development. Current owner cannot fully develop business -sole operator with second job. Inn has undergone substantial renovation, refurbishment and repair over the last several years. Delayed maintenance issues have been addressed and new meeting/event space added. The Inn is now positioned to become a profitable event facility for weddings, business meetings, reunions along with current B&B business. Restaurant possible. Sustantial revenue streams available, but not tapped. Renovations shift the Inn from being only a seasonal, weekend business to a year-round, income-producing facility. Highway improvements provide accessibility to major metropolitan areas, particularly Atlanta. Occupancy rates have been affected by the repair schedule and change in target market. Price reflects current revenues, existing market and desire for a quick sale. The York House is for sale completely furnished, including rugs, antiques, beds and bedding in the thirteen guest rooms. The operation is turn-key. The Inn is for sale for $895,000. Loan with local bank; assumption possible.