Lot 29 - George & Dragon, Aysgarth, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3AD
- Unconditional Online Auction Sale
- Guide Price* : £14,000+
- Bedrooms: 7
Lot 29 - Former Public House
Description
ONLINE AUCTION from 14th APRIL-16th APRIL
Situated in the charming and highly desirable village of Aysgarth in North Yorkshire, this characterful former tavern, previously known as The George & Dragon, presents an exceptional opportunity for buyers looking to establish a hospitality, leisure, or alternative commercial venture in a prime countryside setting. The property, which closed in 2025, was once a well-loved village pub and restaurant with guest accommodation and offers significant scope for refurbishment and redevelopment, subject to the necessary planning consents.
The ground floor comprises several versatile reception areas, creating a welcoming and sociable environment ideal for a pub, restaurant, café, or similar business. Traditional features, including open fires, enhance the warm and inviting atmosphere for both locals and tourists. A fitted kitchen with existing appliances is in place and will remain for the new owner, providing a practical starting point for reopening or repurposing the premises. A useful cellar offers additional storage space.
To the upper floors, the property benefits from seven ensuite guest rooms (some requiring refurbishment) but offering strong potential to reinstate as letting accommodation. There are also two additional attic rooms which could be converted into further bedrooms or guest suites, subject to planning and building regulations. Notably, the first floor can be accessed both internally via the tavern and externally through a separate entrance, offering flexibility for independent residential or commercial use.
Subject to the relevant planning permissions, the property could be adapted to suit a variety of business models, including a boutique guesthouse, café, cyclist or biker hub, takeaway establishment, or alternative commercial use. The upper floors may also present potential for conversion into separate apartments, benefiting from the existing independent access.
Aysgarth is located within the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales National Park, one of the UK’s most picturesque and sought-after countryside destinations. Surrounded by rolling hills, rivers, waterfalls, and traditional stone-built villages, the area attracts walkers, cyclists, and tourists year-round, making it ideal for a hospitality or holiday accommodation venture. The region is renowned for its scenic trails, panoramic views, and outdoor lifestyle appeal.
The property is also within reach of the Peak District National Park, one of the UK’s most visited national parks, welcoming over 13 million visitors annually, (approximately 90 miles away). This proximity further enhances the property’s commercial potential, drawing outdoor enthusiasts, families, and international tourists who frequently explore both national parks during their stay.
Overall, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and versatile property in an outstanding tourist location, offering extensive potential for redevelopment, investment, or a lifestyle business in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.
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Tenancies
To be sold with vacant possession
Tenure
Advised Freehold - to be verified by solicitor
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Additional costs: The purchase of the property may be subject to (but are not limited to), VAT (if applicable), reimbursement of the seller’s search fees, reimbursement of seller’s legal and/or sales costs, stamp duty/land transaction tax (LTT). Please check accompanying legal pack for further details.
* Generally speaking Guide Prices are provided as an indication of each seller's minimum expectation, i.e. 'The Reserve'. They are not necessarily figures which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to the auction. Virtually every property will be offered subject to a Reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the property during the auction) which we expect will be set within the Guide Range or no more than 10% above a single figure Guide.
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