Description
The building is split over three floors (although only two are available to let) and boasts an impressive Reception area that creates a great first impression. The office space is well-proportioned and can
accommodate a range of team sizes, from small start-ups to larger established companies. The layout of the space is flexible, allowing tenants to create bespoke layouts that suit their specific needs. The building is fitted with modern amenities, including air handling, fibre broadband, WCs, kitchenettes, and a mix between open plan and cellular accommodation ensuring a comfortable and efficient work environment. There is also extensive, secure parking available on-site for 150 cars (with a separate car park opposite).
On the Ground Floor, there is a boiler room with biomass woodchip boiler. There is no air conditioning, but there is air handling located on the First Floor plant room. There is a fully-upgraded passenger lift, which is in service. A data room is available for all compliance documents and associated reports
Situation
Rockford House is an attractive and spacious office building located in the desirable village of Rendlesham, offering a peaceful and professional work environment. The building was built for the US Air Force and has subsequently been owner-occupied by Rockford Components Limited, a Manufacturing and Design company. The property is situated just off the A1152, opposite the Bentwaters Parks and Base Business Park commercial estates.
Rockford House is located a convenient distance from the Sizewell C scheme - a transformative project to construct a 3,200 MWe EPR nuclear power station, creating 70,000 UK jobs, engaging 2,000 suppliers, and driving significant economic and infrastructural investment, with completion expected within 9-12 years. In addition to the practical land and logistical space requirements for the scheme, Sizewell C will also require extensive office space in order to service its own administrative needs, as well as satisfying those of the ancillary/support sectors.
Accommodation
The offices can be tailored to meet an occupiers needs, with flexible levels of refurbishments, space, and layouts.
Ground Floor: 2,228 sq m (23,982 sq ft)
First Floor: 2,181 sq m (23,476 sq ft)
Second Floor: 1,289 sq m (13,875 sq ft)
Total Area: 5,698 sq m (61,333 ft)
Ground Floor: Occupied
Location
Rendlesham is a large village in East Suffolk, located about 5 miles (8 km) east of Woodbridge and around 12 miles (19 km) north-east of Ipswich. It sits close to the River Deben, and is located around 16-18 miles (26-29 km) from the Sizewell C nuclear power station, typically 25-35 minutes via the B1084 and A12.
Business Rates
Rateable Value: £181,000. All enquiries to East Suffolk Council.
Planning
The property currently has consent for Class B1 light industrial use, office, design, research and tea room, between the hours of 7am and 8pm, Monday to Saturday (Variation of Condition 1 of
planning consent C00/1471). All interested parties should contact East Suffolk Council.
Service Charge
We understand that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. None of the services have been tested and it is the responsibility of the interested party to satisfy themselves as to their operation / condition, including IT infrastructure. The Tenant will be responsible for their utilities. Service charge included in the rental.
EPC
The property has an EPC rating of B28. Valid until January 2033.
VAT
VAT is applicable.
