UNDER OFFER
Bicclescombe Mill Tea Room, Bicclescombe Park, Ilfracombe, Devon EX34 8DN
£40,000
Business rates & charges may apply
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- SECTOR
Cafe for sale
Key features
- Unique licenced café/restaurant in North Devon beauty spot
- Situated in historic building with working watermill
- Annual turnover over £150,000 with net return over £65,000 for working owners
- Waterside location with outside seating for 80
- Internal seating for 40 in character building
- Council lease with rent only £6,000 per annum with limited repair liabilities
- Fantastic business opportunity with huge scope to develop
Description
LOCATION
Nestled on the rugged North Devon coast, Ilfracombe is a charming seaside town known for its dramatic cliffs, Victorian architecture and vibrant harbour.
With the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park nearby and the Atlantic Ocean stretching out from its shores, Ilfracombe offers a stunning blend of natural beauty and coastal charm.
Bicclescombe Mill Tea Room offers a charming riverside setting steeped in history and natural beauty.
This characterful property sits within the grounds of a restored watermill, surrounded by tranquil woodland and scenic walking trails.
The tea room benefits from ample parking, easy access to local attractions and a steady flow of visitors.
THE BUSINESS PREMISES
Ground Floor Restaurant/Café
Seats 22 in a lovely room with beamed ceilings, stone floor, cottage windows and a wood-burning stove which provides heat to the whole building.
Ladies and Gents WCs
Take-Away Area
With separate door providing access to a standing space for customers.
The serving counter has a range of equipment including coffee machine, two double door glass fronted refrigerators, integrated oven, two single door glass fronted refrigerators, worktop space, stainless steel sink unit and a blackboard for menu display.
First Floor
Restaurant/Café
Seats around 18 in an open-plan dining area with minstrel gallery overlooking the ground floor. Another very attractive trading area.
Store Area
Office
First Floor Kitchen
Having a range of kitchen equipment including double electric oven, microwave oven, double deep fat fryer, air fryer, four-ring halogen hob, refrigerators and freezers.
Extra store room with scope for development.
A large store room also incorporates a working watermill that has been restored to full working order (curtesy of the Rotary Club).
There is an opportunity to develop an additional space for trade subject to investment.
OUTSIDE
There is a lawned space dedicated to the business which stands adjacent to a freshwater stream.
This area provides seating for around 80 customers.
Children's Play Area
Is a fenced lawned area with a number of outside toys.
LICENCE TO TRADE IN THE WHOLE PARK
The operator of the tea room enjoys the benefit of the whole park from which they can trade (with the exception of the tennis courts).
There is a boating lake which could be used to hire pedalos and the current business owners have previously held events such as Halloween, Christmas and Easter with special events for children around the park.
THE PROPERTY
Stands detached and was listed in 1795 as a cornmill.
The working watermill is a fantastic and unique feature.
THE BUSINESS
Is open 6 days a week from 11 am to 5 pm in the winter and 7 days a week in the summer.
The business remains open for take-away (Just Eat, Uber Eats etc) trade only until 9 pm.
The property is fully licenced to sell alcohol.
The current menu includes ice creams, hot drinks, breakfasts, snacks, sandwiches and jacket potatoes alongside Devon cream teas and kid's meals.
TENURE
The property is available on the basis of a brand new 10-year lease with North Devon District Council.
The tenant is responsible for internal repair and décor only.
Annual rent is in the sum of £6,000 to include the going concern business and all trade equipment.
Rateable Value
Current rateable value (1 April 2023 to present) £3,600. This is not what you will pay.
Nestled on the rugged North Devon coast, Ilfracombe is a charming seaside town known for its dramatic cliffs, Victorian architecture and vibrant harbour.
With the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park nearby and the Atlantic Ocean stretching out from its shores, Ilfracombe offers a stunning blend of natural beauty and coastal charm.
Bicclescombe Mill Tea Room offers a charming riverside setting steeped in history and natural beauty.
This characterful property sits within the grounds of a restored watermill, surrounded by tranquil woodland and scenic walking trails.
The tea room benefits from ample parking, easy access to local attractions and a steady flow of visitors.
THE BUSINESS PREMISES
Ground Floor Restaurant/Café
Seats 22 in a lovely room with beamed ceilings, stone floor, cottage windows and a wood-burning stove which provides heat to the whole building.
Ladies and Gents WCs
Take-Away Area
With separate door providing access to a standing space for customers.
The serving counter has a range of equipment including coffee machine, two double door glass fronted refrigerators, integrated oven, two single door glass fronted refrigerators, worktop space, stainless steel sink unit and a blackboard for menu display.
First Floor
Restaurant/Café
Seats around 18 in an open-plan dining area with minstrel gallery overlooking the ground floor. Another very attractive trading area.
Store Area
Office
First Floor Kitchen
Having a range of kitchen equipment including double electric oven, microwave oven, double deep fat fryer, air fryer, four-ring halogen hob, refrigerators and freezers.
Extra store room with scope for development.
A large store room also incorporates a working watermill that has been restored to full working order (curtesy of the Rotary Club).
There is an opportunity to develop an additional space for trade subject to investment.
OUTSIDE
There is a lawned space dedicated to the business which stands adjacent to a freshwater stream.
This area provides seating for around 80 customers.
Children's Play Area
Is a fenced lawned area with a number of outside toys.
LICENCE TO TRADE IN THE WHOLE PARK
The operator of the tea room enjoys the benefit of the whole park from which they can trade (with the exception of the tennis courts).
There is a boating lake which could be used to hire pedalos and the current business owners have previously held events such as Halloween, Christmas and Easter with special events for children around the park.
THE PROPERTY
Stands detached and was listed in 1795 as a cornmill.
The working watermill is a fantastic and unique feature.
THE BUSINESS
Is open 6 days a week from 11 am to 5 pm in the winter and 7 days a week in the summer.
The business remains open for take-away (Just Eat, Uber Eats etc) trade only until 9 pm.
The property is fully licenced to sell alcohol.
The current menu includes ice creams, hot drinks, breakfasts, snacks, sandwiches and jacket potatoes alongside Devon cream teas and kid's meals.
TENURE
The property is available on the basis of a brand new 10-year lease with North Devon District Council.
The tenant is responsible for internal repair and décor only.
Annual rent is in the sum of £6,000 to include the going concern business and all trade equipment.
Rateable Value
Current rateable value (1 April 2023 to present) £3,600. This is not what you will pay.
Brochures
Bicclescombe Mill Tea Room, Bicclescombe Park, Ilfracombe, Devon EX34 8DN
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Barnstaple Station8.9 miles
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