‘It’s with a heavy heart’ – Award-winning restaurant and hotel for sale for £1.8m

A FOUR-star boutique hotel in Worcestershire with an award-winning restaurant has been put up for sale after its owners bid farewell. 

The Cotford Hotel in Malvern, a former residence of the Bishop of Worcester dating back to 1851, is on the market for £1,850,000.

Owners Chris and Barbara Morgan, who have run the business for 20 years, are selling the property to focus on their retirement.

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Owners of The Cotford Hotel, Chris and Barbara Morgan, after winning the Worcestershire Restaurant of the Year 2016 for their L’Amuse Bouche restaurant. (Image: 41160738601 Paul Jackson)

In a statement, they said: “We arrived in Great Malvern in 2007 to enter a new chapter in our lives by establishing a fine-dining element coupled with a stylish hotel.

“We feel that we have achieved this handsomely and it’s now time to step back after over 55 years in the industry.

“It’s with a heavy heart that we make this decision, but we feel that we have applied a measurable amount of TLC to this amazing building and it’s now ready for its next chapter.

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Chris and Barbara Morgan from the Cotford Hotel made sure there was a friendly face to greet visitors at the entrance. (Image: Paul Jackson)

“What we have created fits beautifully with the ethos of this wonderful town and region and we’re sure that the next recipient will flourish in the affluent market town that Malvern has become.”

The Gothic-style Victorian property includes 15 bespoke en suite rooms and the two AA Rosette L’Amuse-Bouche Restaurant, along with a cocktail bar, lounge, and dining room overlooking landscaped gardens.

Matt Hill, senior business agent – hotels at Christie & Co, said: “The Cotford Hotel is a rare and highly desirable business opportunity.

EXTERIOR: The hotel has been a prominent feature in Malvern for many years (Image: Christie & Co)

“It has a reputation and track record second to none and we are seeking a good level of response from experienced hospitality experts wishing to continue the success that has been created over time.

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“Please contact me for further details and to arrange a viewing.”

Located on Graham Road, the hotel is popular with returning guests and tourists and is close to the Malvern Hills and other regional attractions.

The Cotford Hotel is being marketed as a freehold property by specialist business property adviser Christie & Co.