Unopposed rural village public house in the heart of the Bedfordshire countryside

The ground floor trade space provides a well-presented main bar area, with central wooden servery, with space for around 40 covers, mix of wood and tiled flooring and 2 fireplaces. These areas are ably supported by a very well-equipped commercial kitchen and adjoining prep area along with a substantial lower ground floor cellar. Refurbished male & female WC’s are also present at ground floor level.

The 1st floor private accommodation has been recently renovated, comprising 3 bedrooms (one with en suite), living room and 3-pc bathroom. There is also an enclosed private garden to the rear of the property.

Externally, the property’s patio area has also been renovated and extended to provide 8-10 picnic benches, with a smoking shelter adjacent, along with a single storey outbuilding to the rear of the site. This is currently used for storage.

Private parking is available for around 10/12 vehicles, along with grassed trade garden for a further 40+ covers.

Measurements
The area of the site, as measured from digital mapping, is approximately 0.28 acres and the ground floor footprint extends to 265m² (2,853 ft²).

We are advised a pedestrian right of way exists over the pub car park for access to the rear land for the benefit of the parish council.

Planning
We are advised that the property is Grade II listed (Listing No. 1114109) and falls within Wrestlingworth Conservation Area.

Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries to Central Bedfordshire Council or by telephone on 0300 300 8301.

Tenure
This substantial property is available freehold, with vacant possession, seeking offers in the region of £350,000, plus VAT, to include fixtures & fittings and trade inventory, subject to contract only.

Fixtures & Fittings
All trade fixtures & fittings are included, save for a few personal items which will itemised as ‘excluded items’ and replaced. Stock will be bought in addition, at valuation, on completion.

The Business
The business is open and trading. The business represents an excellent ‘turnkey’ operation with the opportunity for a new purchaser to continue the existing business and build on the food offering to the local community and wider catchment.

Rates & Charges
The current Rateable Value for the public house is £6,400 as of 1st April 2023. The business is eligible for 100% small business rate relief.

The residential element is Band B, with an annual charge of £1,716.05.