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South Molton

£30,000

Business rates & charges may apply

Bettesworths, Devon
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Cafe for sale

Key features

  • Established Bistro/Café/Bar in Thriving Market Town
  • Internal Seating for 40, Courtyard Seating 40+
  • Commercial Kitchen, Customer Parking 10+
  • Benefit of Owners 2/3 Bed Apartment
  • New lease at a Rent of £16,200 Per Annum

Description

South Molton is a historic market town dating back to Saxon times and known as the Gateway to Exmoor. The thriving high street is lined with charming independent artisan shops including clothing, butchers and homewares, alongside cafes, restaurants and public houses.  The town also boasts a twice weekly Pannier Market.  The indoor market, which has been voted The Best Community Market for the last 3 years by the National Association of British Markets, is home to more than 60 stalls, offering everything from fresh local produce and handmade crafts to unique gifts and everyday essentials.  South Molton is hugely supported by the locally community and benefits from year round tourism. Stumbles Bistro Café Bar has been established for over 47 years and has built up over this time a strong local following.  The premises is located on the High Street so benefits from people visiting this busy town.  Entered via an internal passage with cobble stones, the trade area is tastefully decorated and provides seating for circa 40 at wooden tables and modern high back cushioned chairs.  To the rear is the bar/servery leading through to the commercial kitchen.  The large courtyard is accessed via the passageway and from the car park to the rear.  This suntrap offers seating for 40+.  The Bistro opens for breakfasts, coffees and pastries through to lunch. The Bistro also opens for dinner at the weekends.  The menu offers freshly prepared seasonal meals using locally sourced produce.Benefitting from 2/3 bed accommodation above, the Bistro offers the perfect opportunity for owner occupiers to continue to operate an established business or to express their own style and cuisine.  

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The Premises Comprises:-

Side entrance from the High Street into cobbled passageway leading to:-

TRADE AREA

Seating for 40. Feature fireplace, contrasting paintwork to dado rail, dual aspect looking out to the High Street.

BAR/SERVERY

Bespoke solid wood bar with storage shelving, 3 door undercounter drinks fridge and bar mounted beer font. Tea & Coffee Prep Area with Lavazza 2 group coffee machine, 2 door drinks fridge, EPOS touch screen and till draw.

COMMERCIAL KITCHEN

Galley style with stainless steel prep tables, 8 ring gas range with oven under, countertop double deep fat fryer, extraction system over, commercial microwave. Salad prep counter. Double sink unit with drainer and commercial dishwasher. Two large chest freezers. Walk in fridge.

OUTSIDE

COURTYARD

Large open space providing a suntrap and potential to seat over 40.

LAUNDRY ROOM

CUSTOMER & RESIDENTS PARKING

Ample customer parking for 10+ cars. Reserved parking for residents of surrounding properties.

FIRST FLOOR OWNERS' ACCOMMODATION

Access via the Bistro or via external staircase from the Courtyard.

KITCHENETTE

With sink and wall & floor mounted cupboards.

LOUNGE

With dual aspect to the front.

LARGE SINGLE

Rear aspect.

DOUBLE BEDROOM

With ensuite. Front aspect.

OFFICE / SINGLE BEDROOM

Access via bedrooms. With rear aspect.

FAMILY BATHROOM

With full bathroom suite. Rear aspect.

GENERAL INFORMATION

BUSINESS

Due to a change in personal circumstance Stumbles is currently operating on reduced hours, however the business has a healthy turnover. The next operators have the opportunity to develop Stumbles into a very profitable business.

Accounting information will be made available to Bona Fide applicants following a formal viewing arranged through Bettesworths.

TENURE

The premises is available via a new fully repairing and insuring lease with a term of 7 years. The rent is £16,200 per annum. Interested applicants will be asked to provide a business plan, references and proof of funding.

RATEABLE VALUE

2026 List: £7,500.

Please note this is not Rates Payable. 100% Small Business Rates Relief will be available to eligible parties.

SERVICES

The premises is connected to mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. The property has a mix of wooden box sash windows and double glazed window & doors and is fitted with gas central heating system.

INVENTORY

To include furnishings and equipment as per an inventory to be supplied but excluding the owners personal effects.

STOCK

Wet and Dry stock in trade will be taken over by the purchaser at valuation on the day of completion.

EPC AWAITED

VIEWING

Viewing is highly recommended and can be arranged by prior appointment with the Agents, Bettesworths.

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NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • King's Nympton Station6.5 miles

About Bettesworths, Devon

221 St Marychurch Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4NB

Bettesworths is an independent family business, owned and run by the third generation Chartered Surveyor Directors, Matt & Paul.

We have an experienced team, highly skilled and expert in delivering a broad range of services to clients looking for the very best results.

Our breadth of experience across all property sectors, the depth of our day to day involvement and our technical knowledge gives Bettesworths an unrivalled platform from which to provide advice to meet our clients’ needs.

Our clients range from private individual property owners and occupiers to PLC institutions. We ensure each and every one is best supported with a service with which to meet the challenges and changes in the market and their own circumstances.

We offer free initial consultations without obligation, so please contact a member of our team to discuss your requirements.

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