The business was founded by the current owners in 2008 and the business has been a real labour of love for them. Under their ownership the business has accrued an impressive number of regular customers and a burgeoning reputation. Many of the customers are known on a first name basis by the current owners who are popular and well respected members of the local community.
This great little business is now being sold, albeit reluctantly and with a heavy heart only due to the owners wishes to pursue a change of direction, they are keen to see their beloved hair salon pass to an ambitious and entrepreneurial new owner (s) who can take this already thriving business to the next level.
The business offers a wide range of hair treatmentsin a relaxed and friendly environment. The business prides itself on its range of services and treatments and provides friendly advice on everything required to keep their customers looking young and beautiful. Services include;
- Ladies and Gents haircuts and styling
- Cut and blow dry
- Balayage
- Wedding, Evening Hair Up and Prom Hair
- Hair Colouring
- Colour Correction
- Woven Full and half head
- Swedish/ Deep Tissue
- Aromatherapy
- Reflexology/ Feet / Face / Hands/ Ears
- Pregnancy Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
The sale will include the company website and Facebook page and the business enjoys great visibility on the internet.
Scope to Improve;
- Advertising and marketing campaign
- Update the existing website perhaps adding an online booking facility
- Maximise the use of social media particularly Twitter and Instagram
- Extend the opening hours
- Explore online voucher discounters such as Wowcher and Groupon
Reasons to buy;
Very rarely do businesses of this calibre come to the open market so early enquiry is highly recommended.
This lovely little business is likely to attract considerable interest.
Location
The business is located in Cheshire.
The salon is located in a main road position and sits alongside other complimentary retail businesses and thus benefits from high levels of footfall and passing trade along with regular custom. The business is beautifully presented and maintained with clear visible signage and distinctive livery.
There is free on street parking close to the premises. There is also a public car park close by that offers 3 hours free parking.
Premises
The business occupies two floors of a modern retail unit. The business is beautifully presented and maintained with a pleasing upmarket feel and briefly comprises:
Ground Floor Salon – Windows and a glazed door create a light, airy and inviting interior. Double height with suspended ceilings with concealed lighting enhanced by spotlighting, expensive looking wood effect flooring, bespoke L-shaped reception desk, customer waiting area with high backed leather effect seating, product displays, freestanding magazine racking, 6 hair stations currently, each with chair, mirror, electrical sockets etc, 2 backwash.
WC – With close coupled toilet and hand wash basin.
Dispensary – For mixing of hair colours.
Kitchen – With stainless steel sink and a range of base and wall units.
First Floor – To the first floor is a generous mezzanine accessed by a feature spiral staircase from ground floor with intricate, wrought iron and glass balustrading, bespoke base and wall units with complimentary worktop.
Beauty Rooms – There are a number of private and intimate treatment rooms with massage tables / treatment chairs.
Tenure
We are advised that the business is being sold on a Leasehold basis, with the 10 year lease being signed in 2017. The lease has 5 years remaining and the rent is £16,000.00 per annum exclusive of VAT. The lease has a get out clause, which is 5 years. This is up in November 2022, and has a 6 month notice period.
Hours
The business hours are –
Monday – 09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday – 09:00 – 19:00
Wednesday – 09:00 – 19:00
Thursday – 09:00 – 17:30
Friday – 09:00 – 17:30
Saturday – 09:00 – 17:00
Sunday – Closed
Staff
We are advised that the business is run and managed by both owners, with the help of 1 full-time stylist, 1 full-time junior and 1 part-time member of staff. The part-time stylist currently rents a chair.
Financial Profile
We are advised as per the 2023 accounts, the business generated a turnover in the region of £159,000. Full financials can be made available upon further request.
Please quote reference B06730
