Load Street, Bewdley

A rare opportunity to acquire a freehold mixed-use property in a prime town centre position in the heart of Bewdley. This attractive Grade II listed building comprises a prominent retail unit fronting Load Street, currently let to Bewdley Blooms, together with a recently refurbished self-contained maisonette above, let to a tenant in situ. Currently A1/A2 Classification, enquiries for change of classification will be with Wyre Forest Council.

Beautifully situated within the Bewdley Conservation Area, the property benefits from its enviable location in this ever-popular riverside town, well known for its charm, character and thriving community. Bewdley offers an excellent range of amenities including independent shops, cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs, and the renowned Bewdley Museum, all just a short stroll away.

Ground Floor Commercial – A1/A2 Classification - The premises comprise a retail shop unit in a prime position on Load Street, offering an approximate net internal area of 336.31 sq ft (31 sq m). The shop includes steps down to a cellar storage area featuring a well and sump pump.

A first-floor stock room, kitchen, and WC are also provided, with access via a shared passageway leading to the rear of the property and an external staircase. The shop is let to Mrs C. Banks, trading as Bewdley Blooms, on a six-year lease from 1st December 2022, on internal repairing and insuring terms, producing a current rental income of £9,500 per annum.

Maisonette - Accessed via gate to the side of the business premises through courtyard with stairs up to the residents entry hall.

Residents Entry - A communal entry hall with door leading through to private entry.

Entrance Hall - With stairs leading to the second floor landing and door through into the bedroom.

Bedroom - 3.9 max x 4.7 max (12'9" max x 15'5" max) - With two double glazing windows to front, central heating radiator and large storage cupboard.

Landing - With Velux skylight and doors leading to:

Living Room - 3.8 x 4.5 (12'5" x 14'9") - With two windows to front and storage heater.

Kitchen - 2.5 x 2.9 (8'2" x 9'6") - With double glazing window to rear, storage heater and fitted wall and base units with worksurface over. There is a stainless steel sink with drainage, cooker with hob over and space and plumbing for white goods. There is also a large storage cupboard with hot water tank.

Shower Room - With storage heater, w.c., large vanity sink with storage and large corner shower cubicle.

Agent Notes - Business Rates – The current rateable value for the shop is £6,200. Interested parties are advised to contact Wyre Forest District Council to confirm the payable amount and eligibility for any relief.

Energy Performance Certificates – Shop: EPC Rating D, Maisonette: EPC Rating E

VAT – VAT will not be charged on the purchase price.

Services – Mains water, electricity, and drainage are connected.

Freehold - References to the tenure of a property are based on information supplied by the seller. We are advised that the property is freehold. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor.

Council Tax - New Homes - Maisonette Council tax band is B.

Money Laundering Regulations 2017 - In order to comply with Money Laundering Regulations, from June 2017, all prospective purchasers are required to provide the following - 1. Satisfactory photographic identification. 2. Proof of address/residency. 3. Verification of the source of purchase funds. All prospective purchasers will be required to undergo Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks in accordance with current legislation. This may involve providing identification and financial information. It is our company policy to do digital enhanced checks through a third party and a fee will be payable for these checks." We will not be able to progress you offer until these checks have been carried out.

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