Rare Hertfordshire Freehold Public House on 1 acre site (approx)

The scale of the operation provides space for 80/100 internal covers and 200+ covers externally, the latter set amongst a stunning landscaped garden area.

The ground floor provides largely open plan trade areas with timber flooring, wood panelling, exposed brickwork and open fireplaces. A very well equipped theatre kitchen provides atmosphere for customers, with full extraction and wholly owned inventory. Customer WC’s and cellar support these areas along with storage areas and walk-in fridges.

The 1st floor provides a function room or private dining room with space for c 30-40 covers. Adjoining this is a studio apartment with plumbing, currently used as office and storage space.

Externally the property excels providing enviable trade areas with patios, covered areas, fixed and loose seating, raised pergola areas and grassed trade gardens. The gardens have been extensively refurbished by designers and comfortably accommodates 200 covers, with BBQ and cooking areas.

In addition there is a large shingle car park with 40-50 spaces.

Measurements
The total ground floor footprint is 3,500 sq ft (VOA). Measurements taken from digital mapping and are approximate.

Planning
This building is not listed. The local planning authority is Hertfordshire County Council.

Lapsed planning exists to extend the trading areas further:- 3/15/1511/FUL | Extension to existing public house to provide additional restaurant seating with three bed and breakfast suites to the first floor – revised plans | The Crown PH 56 Long Lane Aston Stevenage Hertfordshire SG2 7HD (eastherts.gov.uk)

Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession, expected to qualify as a TOGC, seeking offers in the region of £785,000, plus VAT if applicable.

Fixtures & Fittings
The property is fully fitted with substantial commercial trade kitchen, trade inventory and extensive garden furniture, all presented in excellent condition as a turnkey opportunity.

The Business
The business is a Going Concern with staff compliment, trade inventory & goodwill. Accounts are available to genuinely interested parties with turnover approaching £20,000 p/w gross sales, roughly split 55% wet sales and 45% dry.

Rates & Charges
The rateable value is £34,000 as of the 1st April 2023.