Whites of Wensleydale, 1 Market Place, Hawes

Whites of Wensleydale is a well-established and successful family business located in the traditional market town of Hawes, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. The property is well arranged and works well as a clothing shop with potential for other uses, subject to obtaining the necessary consents. Planning permission has previously been granted for change of use to a restaurant so the property offers excellent opportunity to run a lifestyle business in a popular market town. 

The premises comprise of a large, double-fronted retail premises with two-storey owner accommodation above.  The shop has two large, single glazed bay windows to the front offering excellent frontage with a spacious and well configurated shop floor offering ample space for displaying a range of goods with steps up to a second display area and the till and packing area. There is also a rear retail area with a storeroom which was previously plumbed for a WC and basin, this could be reinstated if required. 

To the first floor is the living accommodation which retains many character features including beams and fireplaces. The accommodation benefits from being fully double glazed and is well presented throughout. 

There is a substantial living room which has a beamed ceiling and a large window to the side overlooking the church yard together with an open fire set within a feature fireplace. The dining room has a window to the rear and an open fire set within a feature fireplace, and a leads through into the kitchen. The galley kitchen features a good range of fitted modern units which are complemented by a ceramic sink and space for appliances including a washing machine, fridge freezer, a dishwasher and an oven with ceramic hob. There is also a door leading out to the courtyard via external stone steps.

There are three double bedrooms completing the first floor, each of which enjoys views across the town and Stag’s Fell beyond. The house shower room features a large shower cubicle with WC and hand basin set in a vanity unit. 

To the second floor there is a large attic storeroom which is currently used as a hobby room and could be used as a fourth bedroom if required (subject to building regulation approval). There is ample eaves storage and a second storeroom which is also used as a games room. 

Externally there is a delightful courtyard which offers ample space for potted plants and for seating. It is south facing and there are raised flower beds. 

Overall, the property offers an excellent opportunity to purchase a large freehold retail premises with spacious accommodation above. It could continue to run as a clothing shop with other possible uses. It would also make an excellent investment opportunity or lifestyle change and an early visit is advised.