Oxfordshire - Village Pub, Currently Closed

Oxfordshire character village freehouse
Main bar, main beamed and panelled bar (50)
Restaurant (30)
Three bed owners' accommodation
Gardens and car parking
Currently closed
The village of Fritwell stands in East Oxfordshire, just 1 mile from junction 10 of the M40 motorway. It is the most desirable location in a very attractive village lined with Cotswold stone properties and at its very heart is the subject property, the Kings Head, which has now been closed for 8 years. Our clients have been utilising it as a family home for the last 5 years. They have been unsuccessful in obtaining planning permission for change of use to residential and have therefore decided to sell this outstanding property.

Whilst it has been closed for this period of time, the layout remains the same. Whilst the trading furniture has been sold, apart from re-equipping the building and obtaining a licence, little will be required to reopen for trade. The property must be viewed to be appreciated and is briefly described as follows:
TRADE AREAS
As one would expect from a property of this age and style, there is a wealth of period charm and character within the main building. The MAIN BAR is of good size and retains the bar servery, beamed ceiling and part panelled walls; it also has a feature fireplace with Cotswold stone surround and double door access to the rear beer garden. When furnished, this room sat 30 customers but there was standing space for more. Previously, the RESTAURANT was created from two smaller rooms, providing an intimate dining area which was naturally split by a double central fireplace. When fully furnished this room could seat approximately 30 customers. Also at ground floor is an on level BEER CELLAR with direct access at the rear to the bar servery. There is the original CATERING KITCHEN, although this is not currently furnished to catering standard. DRY STORE/FREEZER ROOM offset. LADIES' AND GENTLEMEN'S CUSTOMER TOILETS.

OWNERS ACCOMMODATION
As one would expect from a building of this size, the accommodation stretches across the full length of the first floor and can be approached by an inner staircase or an external staircase without going through the trade areas. It comprises the following:

- Large LOUNGE with fireplace
- BEDROOM ONE DOUBLE
- BEDROOM TWO DOUBLE
- BEDROOM THREE DOUBLE with fitted wardrobes
- KITCHEN with fitted units
- SHOWER ROOM with wash hand basin, WC and bath
- BATHROOM with bath and wash hand basin.

EXTERNAL
At the front of the property there is a feature PATIO AREA which is stone paved and has a well. To the rear, as previously referred to and with direct access from the main bar, is a good sized, gravelled TRADE GARDEN. Large TIMBER OUTBUILDING which was previously utilised as a smoking solution, which now houses a general store/gymnasium utilised by our client. Gravelled CAR PARK that, when landscaped, will be able to cater for 18 or so vehicles.
The property was purchased by our clients 8 years ago, initially as an investment, and was rented to independent tenants for two or so years. For the last 5 years it has been occupied by our clients who have been living in it as a domestic dwelling. Therefore no trading figures are available and prospective purchasers will need to reach their own conclusions as to the potential trade and profitability that can be enjoyed at this outlet.
The premises licence has now lapsed.
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fire central heating. Bottle gas for cooking.