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Restaurant & Guest House, Hockley

£130,000

£63.57 per sq ft

Business rates & charges may apply

Gilbert and Rose Commercial, Essex Commercial
SIZE AVAILABLE

2,045 sq ft

190 sq m

SECTOR

Restaurant for sale

Description

Restaurant & Takeaway

The restaurant currently operates as a well-regarded English restaurant, trading daytimes only, offering significant potential for growth.

Current Opening Hours:

Tuesday – Saturday: 9:00am – 3:30pm

Sunday: 9:00am – 4:00pm

Monday: Closed

The takeaway service operates:

Evenings: 5:30pm – 7:30pm

The business benefits from an alcohol licence permitting sales until 11pm, presenting a major opportunity for new owners to extend evening dining hours and substantially increase turnover. While currently an English restaurant, the premises would equally suit a wide variety of cuisines.

The restaurant enjoys an excellent reputation locally and with visitors, supported by strong online reviews:

4.5 Google rating

4.5 TripAdvisor rating

4.7 OpenTable rating

Guest House Accommodation

Also included is a separate leasehold guest house, providing a valuable additional income stream.

The accommodation comprises:

Reception area

6 double rooms with en-suite bathrooms

1 family room

1 double room without en-suite

The property benefits from on-site parking for approximately 20 vehicles, a major advantage for both restaurant guests and overnight visitors.

Key Highlights

Dual-income hospitality business

Established reputation with excellent reviews

Alcohol licence until 11pm

Huge scope to increase turnover through evening trading

Flexible concept suitable for multiple cuisines

On-site parking for approx. 20 vehicles

Guest house accommodation providing additional revenue

This is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator, hospitality couple, or experienced restaurateur looking to expand or establish a thriving hospitality business with strong foundations and clear growth potential.

Contact us today with any questions or to arrange a viewing! RX753795

Tenure

There are two leases in place, both with a new term to be agreed. The restaurant rent is currently £21,500 per annum exclusive, and the Guest house rent at £22,000 per annum exclusive.

Premises

Large destination plot with garden seating, currently set out for around 30 covers, however could accommodate a lot more if required. A single entrance door leads into an entry way with further glazed door, leading into the RESTAURANT which measures 2,045 Sq. Ft. and is arranged as follows:

Main Restaurant Area

Currently arranged for a comfortable 70 covers, however, could potentially accommodate more, if required, there is a reception desk area to the left on entry and the premises is air conditioned throughout with hanging feature lighting and laminate flooring. Towards the rear of the seating area is a hip-height serve over counter behind which is equipped with a large upright display drinks fridge and a double under counter display drinks fridge, hot water dispenser, coffee machine and till. There are separate Ladies and Gents WC facilities.

Kitchen, Prep & Stores

Currently equipped with 3 chest freezers, large mixer, various stainless steel prep tables, 2x large uprights stainless steel freezers, wash hand basin, stainless steel sink. Heated pass through, COMMERCIAL EXTRACTOR SYSTEM, 6 burner range, salamander grill, twin basket fryer, meat slicer, 2 x toasters, rice maker, 1 large upright stainless steel fridge, 3 x microwaves, mixer, large upright stainless steel fridge, stainless steel prep table with under counter refrigeration, stainless steel prep table with heated plate warmer under, bain marie, blender, under counter stainless steel fridge, 2 microwaves, large upright stainless steel fridge, stainless steel sink, ice maker, glass washer, dishwasher, double stainless steel sink, wash hand basin and a walk in chill room. Staff WC.



To the rear of the premises there is a external STORE which has various racking, large chest freezer and large upright freezer.

Trading Hours

TUESDAY TO SATURDAY: BREAKFAST FROM 9:00AM - 11:00AM, MAIN MENU 12.30PM - 3:30PM, TAKEAWAY FROM 5:30PM - 7:30PM. SUNDAY: BREAKFAST FROM 9:00AM -11:00AM, ROAST LUNCH FROM 12:30PM - 4:00PM.The Restaurant currently only trades in the daytime, no longer do evenings, however, there is a alcohol licence for the hours of 11 am - 11 pm so these hours could be extended by a purchaser.

Turnover

The Restaurant and Takeaway turnover, is approximately £3,500 - £4,500 per week and the Guest House Turnover is approximately £75,000 per annum. Further financial information can be disclosed to seriously interested applicants following a viewing of the business.

Business Rates

The premises is subject to a rateable value of £24,250.

Legal Costs

Each party to be responsible for their own, with the landlords legal costs for the surrendering of the existing leases to be the responsibility of the vendor and the Landlords legal costs incurred in the granting of the new leases to be the responsibility of the purchaser.

Disclaimer

Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission.

Restaurant & Guest House, Hockley

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Hockley Station1.1 miles
  • North Fambridge Station2.5 miles
  • South Woodham Ferrers Station2.8 miles

About Gilbert and Rose Commercial, Essex Commercial

1333-1335 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea, SS9 2AD

Gilbert & Rose Business Transfer and Commercial Property Sales and Lettings

Gilbert & Rose is a respected and well-established name in the real estate industry, renowned for our expertise in Residential Sales and Lettings. Building on our success in this area, we have expanded our services to encompass business transfer and commercial property sales and lettings. As part of this strategic expansion, we have recently partnered with Bradleys Countrywide Limited, a highly regarded company with over sixty years of experience in commercial business transfer within Essex, Hertfordshire, and Suffolk.

By combining our strengths and leveraging the extensive knowledge and database of our merger partner, we possess unparalleled access to comparable evidence. This enables us to provide accurate valuations and deliver successful business sales for our clients. Our marketing approach is comprehensive and innovative, utilizing a range of powerful tools such as video marketing, professional photography (including drone shots), and virtual tours. We conduct extensive marketing and advertising campaigns, leveraging the reach of the largest business and residential property websites, alongside our own constantly updated platform. We understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality in certain cases, and we offer tailored advertising solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients.

At Gilbert & Rose, transparency is at the heart of everything we do. Our fees are competitive and transparent, with no hidden charges, and payment is only required upon the successful completion of a transaction. We take pride in providing expert advice and guidance to our clients, whether they are ready to sell or simply seeking information. Our dedicated team is committed to exploring the best options available to suit your individual needs, ensuring that you can make well-informed decisions throughout the process.

Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or lease a property, we invite you to contact us for any further information you may require. At Gilbert & Rose, our commitment to delivering exceptional service is unwavering. We are here to assist you every step of the way on your real estate journey. Get in touch with us today and let us help you achieve your goals with confidence and success.

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