BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED CAFÉ 110 COVERS & ALCOHOL LICENCE RURAL TOWN, EAST SUSSEX

Nestled in a charming market town in East Sussex, this café enjoys a prime location in the heart of the picturesque High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), with the scenic Ashdown Forest just a stone’s throw away. The town attracts both locals and visitors, drawn by its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic mix of specialist shops, antique stores, and eateries. This café has quickly become a favourite among residents and tourists alike, boasting a strong local following and outstanding online reviews, including 5 stars on Facebook, 4.4 on Google, and 4.5 on TripAdvisor. With a diverse menu featuring breakfast, brunch, lunch, and irresistible coffee and cakes, the café is thriving under its current management. The only reason for sale is the owners’ decision to retire, creating a rare opportunity for new ownership to take advantage of the café’s established reputation. With enormous potential to expand operating hours and capture the untapped evening trade, this is a lucrative investment waiting to be explored.

THE PREMISES: The café is located just off the High Street, where several other businesses are also situated. The café is in a beautiful building which comes to the market in excellent condition. There is seating for 52 covers inside with a further 56 covers outside located on the decked areas flanking both sides of the café. On entering the premises there is a large serve over counter to your left which includes number of undercounter fridges, a chiller display counter, coffee machine, grinder and large preparation space. (Please note: The coffee machine and grinder are currently hired and not included in the sale.) Adjacent to this area is the fitted kitchens which has several stainless-steel refrigerated units and a 6-ring electric hob. There is a separate pot washing room nearby to the kitchen which includes a commercial dishwasher and washing machine. There are two single toilets, one is also accessible and includes baby changing facilities. Towards the rear of the premises is a stockroom which has metal racking throughout and includes the staff lockers. The premises is also fitted with air conditioning. There is easy access to parking, with the town’s car park only a short walk away from the café.

TURNOVER: The vendors are actively involved in the running of the business with the assistance of 1 full time chef and one part time kitchen porter, as well as a nucleus of 6 part time and 2 full time front of house members of staff. Current hours of opening Monday– Saturday 9am-4:30pm. Details of the turnover will be shared with any bona fide purchaser. There would be significant scope to increase the opening hours regularly to embrace the evening trade and to also offer as a regular venue for private events.

ALCOHOL LICENCE -– The sale of retail alcohol between the hours of 10am – 12:30am, Monday – Sunday.

GENERAL REMARKS: Located in a busy rural town. Secure lease. Premises has lots of character. Very well supported café in a busy town. Outside seating. Obvious potential of this business will immediately be seen at the time of inspection. Valuable fixture and fittings. Alcohol license.

TENURE: The premises is held on a new 7-year full repairing and insuring lease, with 3 and half years remaining at a current rental of £20,000 per annum.

RATES: We have been verbally informed that the rateable value is £19,000 per annum and the rates payable amount to £2,280 per annum. Prospective occupiers should make their own enquiries to verify same.

PRICE: We are instructed to quote for the valuable lease, goodwill, premises license, equipment, trade fixtures, fittings and chattels Price £135,000 SAV

LEGAL FEES: Each party to be responsible for their own legal costs.

VIEWING: On no account should any approach be made to the Manager or the staff without a prior appointment through the vendor’s agents, Watkins Commercial, Telephone: 01273 709090.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE: The premises has been rated a band D. The full report is available upon request.

DISCLAIMER: Neither the Vendor nor the Agent gives or implies any warranty that the premises are fit for any particular use or that they comply with any relevant regulation or statutory requirement.

The agents have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services so cannot verify that they are in working order. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor before proceeding with the purchase.

VAT: All prices and rents are quoted exclusive of VAT. Any intending purchasers or lessees must satisfy themselves independently as to the incidence of VAT in respect of any transaction.

MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL PLANNING: We shall be pleased to assist any purchaser in arranging finance to acquire this business or any other business you may be considering subject to status.

Prop. Ref: 6825C

These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form any part of any contract

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