This exquisite florist and gift shop is in a picturesque and affluent village in mid Sussex and is 4 miles southwest of Burgess Hill and 10 miles north of Brighton. The florist is in a bustling and thriving High Street in the village and has become highly successful and are very well supported by both the local community and surrounding areas. They have also received exceptional reviews on Google Reviews (5*) and Direct 2 Florist (4.9*) since they established the business in 2019. At present the vendors also offer deliveries of a 10 mile radius of the florist. The vendors have only now decided to sell due to their desire to retire.
THE PREMISES: The beautifully presented florist comes to the market in excellent condition and is located on the main high street in the village. On entering the premises there is a large serve over counter to your left, which is used for preparing bespoke flower arrangements. Then directly in front of you is the large display of flowers and shelving with cards and gifts to purchase. Towards the rear of the premise is a stock room with a sink and additional bench area for flower preparations. At the very rear of the premise is an office, toilet and kitchenette. The florist also has the benefit of being closely located to the main village car park, allowing easy access for customers.
TURNOVER: The vendors work full time in the business. One is the lead florist and the other deliveries the flowers. They also currently have one part time florist who assists them. Current hours of opening Monday-Friday 9am-4pm and 9am-3pm on Saturday. Current average weekly turnover amounts to just over £3,500 per week. The average spend is £40 – £65 per customer, in addition to the 20 wedding and 50 funerals that they also cater for annually.
GENERAL REMARKS: Secure lease. The business is well supported by the local community and nearby villages and towns. Located in a beautiful village.
TENURE: The premises is held on a full repairing and insuring lease at a current rental of £7,000 per annum. The lease has approximately 4 and half years remaining and has a rent review and tenant only break clause in December 2025.
RATES: The premises receive the benefit of the small business rate relief, therefore rates payable are currently zero. The rateable value for the property is £3,550 per annum. Prospective occupiers should make their own enquiries to verify same.
PRICE: We are instructed to quote for the valuable lease, equipment, trade fixtures, fittings and chattels Price £50,000 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 E. 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: 6795M
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