
Guest House for Sale in the UK: Occupancy, Costs and Checks
Buying a B&B or guest house means testing three things: real occupancy and room rates, compliance costs and the condition of the building. Here is what to ask for.
5 Nov 2026 · 5 min read
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Ask for at least two years of accounts and recent bank statements, read the lease and its assignment terms, check licences (premises licence, food hygiene rating) and find out which staff transfer to you under TUPE. Use a solicitor and an accountant before you pay a deposit.
Leasehold means you buy the business and take over the lease of the premises, paying rent to the landlord. Freehold means the property itself is included in the price. Freehold businesses cost more but you are not exposed to rent reviews.

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