Dorchester Road Post Office & Store, 113 Dorchester Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JY

Situated on the main road to Weymouth seafront just 0.5 miles from the blue flag beaches. The property forms part of a double fronted period building with central double door and display windows to either side, ideal for advertising. There is free on street parking directly in front of and along the street.

Weymouth is a fabulous town situated on the south coast of Dorset, on the centre of the Jurassic coastline which stretches from Exmouth to Swanage. Weymouth is well known for its beautiful sandy beach, safe seas and Georgian seafront buildings, and the historic harbour is also a draw for tourists all year round.

The shop has a modern feel throughout and is accessed via central double doors from the main street. On entering the store there is the main point of sale and post counter services to the left. with lottery and Amazon collection. Behind the counter is a wide range of vaping products and usual tobacco offerings. Drinks fridge and impulse snacks also feature here. with newspapers and magazines opposite. Two main display gondolas are centrally positioned both at the front and rear of the shop with a wide range of products. There are a variety of fridges with dairy and food to go, plus four further fridges for alcohol and frozen food. At the rear of the shop are two Post Office fortress counters, with ample space for customers surrounded by a wide range of cards, gifts and stationery.

The first floor holds owners/rental accommodation, comprising of a private entrance to the side, stairs to first floor, spacious study landing with storage, modern fitted kitchen, bay fronted living room, two double bedrooms (one of which has a bay window), plus a family sized bathroom. There is also a two storey mews building to the rear.

We have been advised that all fixtures and fittings are included in the sale.

There is a two bedroom apartment on the first floor providing a further income of £8700 per annum.

A double fronted period building of brick construction with two bay windows on the first floor. Central double door to the shop with large display windows to either side. A rear courtyard leads to the mews building which in turn has separate access to a path at the rear.

Situated above the shop with private access to the side. Stairs to first floor, spacious study landing with storage, modern fitted kitchen, bay fronted living room, two double bedrooms plus a family sized bathroom.

At the rear of the property is a two storey mews building with independent access. Perfect for converting to extra accommodation (STPP) which could provide a further revenue stream.

This store and post office provides an excellent opportunity for both a hands on owner or as a managed set up. It is spacious and modern inside, so a new owner has nothing to do other than start reaping the benefits. There is a busy post office and wide variety of stock to bring consistent and repeat trade, plus accommodation above which can either be utilised by the owner or rented for further income.

The store is owner operated, albeit on reduced hours due to upcoming retirement, and has five part time staff members.

Full accounts to May 2023 - Shop Sales £645,501. Post Office commission £46,395. with a gross profit of £211,805 and adjusted net profit of £112,447.

Monday - Friday 6.30am - 8pm, Saturday & Sunday 7am - 8pm.

Freehold

The rateable value is £6,600, however the business has qualified for a 100% rebate.