£25,000 expansion plans for Derbyshire B&B
The owners of a Derbyshire-based B&B, Robin Hood Farm, are set to invest some £25,000 in carrying out renovation plans that will increase its capacity and facilities.
Bought by husband and wife duo Chris and Caroline Fairest in March of 2018 for £1.15m in a deal brokered by Banner Jones Solicitors, the Baslow venue – which dates back to the 18th Century, was awarded the ‘Travellers Choice’ award by Trip Advisor in both 2016 and 2017 and the “Certificate of Excellence” in 2018.
The building can currently accommodate 10 guests in its three double en-suite bedrooms and two-bedroomed self-catering holiday cottage.
Renovation plans will see capacity increase to 14 following the addition of two double bedrooms, and also see the couple invest in further landscape gardening to accommodate wedding parties.
Chris said: “My wife and I moved to the Baslow area around four years ago and have been looking for a B&B to support our retirement ever since.
“The Robin Hood Farm B&B offers such a fantastic location for dog walkers, ramblers and couples looking for a relaxing retreat, and we are delighted to be beginning our next business journey together.
“Our expansion plans are ambitious, but we are looking to increase our capacity to accommodate the surge in demand from couples looking to tie the knot in the area, and people looking to explore the beautiful countryside and sightseeing surrounding Baslow.”
Cathy Thomas, director and property specialist at Banner Jones said: “The opportunity to acquire a home and lifestyle, with the added bonus of an established business in this attractive Derbyshire setting was not lost on Chris and Caroline, and I wish them the very best for the future and with their expansion plans.”
