West Port, Ballyshannon F94F902

Substantial Bar / Restaurant Premises

“The Limit”

Situate on the “Wild Atlantic Way”, in Ballyshannon – frequently referenced as the Oldest Town in

Ireland.  In earlier years the business traded as “ Sweeney’s”, a well known establishment for both locals and further afield. Now In new ownership however closed in recent years due to the Covid Pandemic, the property offers so much potential as a Bar/Restaurant / Accommodation Business.

Extending to approx 7000 sq ft –

Ground Floor. Large open planned Bar, Lounge and Dining Area; Kitchen, preparation Room, Toilets etc…

First Floor Function Room extending to c 166 sq m ( 1786 sq ft ) also ideal for conversion to 10 No. Bedrooms); Living Room, Office, 3 No. Toilets

Second Floor / Attic 2 No. Bedrooms Historic Stone Arched Cellar  BER – D1

The Building was renovated in 2007 including new roof, windows and heating.

Large Entrance Porch Wheelchair access

Public Bar and Lounge / Dining Area

Large Solid Fuel Stove with back boiler; Stage  for live music entertainment;   Up to date cooling beer system installed recently in room directly behind bar with easy access to change beer barrels.

Ladies & Gents Toilets

Disabled Toilet

Kitchen 3.48 m.  x  3.18 m.

Preparation Room 7.13 m.  x  2.45 m.

stairs up to First Floor Function Room

Work Area 3.09 m.  x  2.57 m.

Cold Room

Storage Room

Staff Toilet

First Floor.

Landing

Office 2.46 m.  x  3.59 m.

Living Room 5.56 m.  x  3.81 m.  fireplace

Function Room 11.59 m.  x  14.32 m.

Bright and airy room; Ideal for parties / functions; opening overlooking Ground Floor Lounge / Bar Area.  Serviced by the ground floor kitchen with direct stair access for serving food.

3 No. Toilets

Second Floor / Attic

Bedroom No. 1 3.60 m.  x  5.12 m.

velox window

Bedroom No. 2 3.66 m. x  4.78 m.

Cellar

Historic subterranean stone arched Cellars with direct access from the Bar / Restaurant / Rear Hallway, this unique space previously housed a functioning bar and traditional music venue as it has renowned acoustic qualities for live music.  The cellar was traditionally used to keep produce / wine cool in summer and warm in winter.  Great opportunity to extend this area to the front of the premises.

Heating Oil fired central heating and Stove with Back Boiler; 3 Phase Electricity

7 Day Liquor Licence Alarmed Large Car Parking area included

The local area boasts many sought after tourist attractions including the world renowned beaches of Rossnowlagh, Tullan and Bundoran which are frequented by surfers all year round.  Other activities available locally include the  Lakeside Centre Donegal Adventure Centre, Water world, world renowned salmon fishing opportunities, Castle Adventure Farm, walking trails, horse riding to name but a few.

The town has close links with the Irish Rock/Blues Guitarist Legend Rory Gallagher who was born in the town of Ballyshannon in 1948 and remained closely linked to the town up until his passing. The life of Rory Gallagher is celebrated by the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Rock and Blues Festival annually attracting thousands of fans worldwide to the town of Ballyshannon bringing essential business to the town.  The town has various other festivals including the traditional folk festival throughout the year bringing valuable business.

BER No. 800217408 (expires Oct 2023)      BER D1