The Gamekeepers, Tunworth Road, Mapledurwell, Basingstoke, RG25 2LU

Description
An attractive traditional detached country pub and restaurant occupying a substantial site in an appealing rural setting. The property comprises a
characterful main building of predominantly brick and weatherboarded elevations beneath pitched clay-tiled roofs, supplemented by later single storey additions. Flexible external customer areas are situated alongside the premises, including both open and covered seating, with established
planting and landscaped boundaries contributing to the property's kerbside appeal.

Location
The Gamekeepers is located in Mapledurwell, a small rural village in northeast Hampshire, located within the Basingstoke and Deane district. It sits in attractive countryside while remaining accessible to major towns and transport routes via Junction 6/M3 2.3 miles (3.7 kms) to the west.
Distances to key locations follow: Basingstoke 3.7 miles (5.9 kms), Farnham 13.6 miles (21.9 kms) and Winchester 21.2 miles (31.2 kms). Nearby tourist attractions include Old Basing House 2.0 miles (3.1 kms) with RAF Odiham being located 4.7 miles (7.5 kms) away. The Local Authority is Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council. All distances are approximate.

Terms
Freehold.
Offers are invited in the order of £995,000 for the benefit of the freehold interest in the property, land, any goodwill and fixtures and fittings. The
sale will be treated as a Transfer of a Going Concern.

Public House Areas (Trading)
The property is configured to provide a character open plan trading area with connected customer spaces around a bar servery. There is seating for
approximately 84 customers throughout. The property is well presented and includes numerous features including an Inglenook style real fireplace,
exposed brick and panelled walls and beamed ceiling. Ancillary ground floor space includes trade kitchen, preparation areas, storage, office and WCs. Further beer cellar and storage areas are located
in outbuildings to the rear.

Public House Areas (Living Accommodation)
Located at first floor level is private living accommodation comprising three bedrooms, reception and bathroom.

External Areas
Located to the front side of the property are external customer areas with seating for approximately 36 customers; to the rear are a further 38 and
gravel car park for up to 32 vehicles.

Planning & Conservation
We understand the property is not listed but is located within a Conservation Area. We further understand the main property operates as a
public house (sui generis) under The Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended). We understand an application is
underway to secure a Certificate of Lawful Use as a restaurant (Use Class E). We recommend all interested parties satisfy themselves on all points.

Services and Fixtures & Fittings
We understand the property is connected to mains water, electricity, and gas with a septic tank. The property is to be transferred as seen, inclusive
of trade fixtures and fittings. These items are not warranted.

The Business
The Gamekeepers was established in 2003 by our clients and is an independently run, upmarket country inn and destination restaurant,
offering freshly prepared British food with an emphasis on local produce, alongside real ales and a quality wine selection. The business primarily
serves lunch and dinner customers from the wider Basingstoke area and destination diners, with additional income from larger parties, private
functions and exclusive venue hire. The business operates with 80% lead towards food. Financial information may be made available to seriously interested parties after qualification.

Rating & Council Tax
The subject property is entered in the 2026 Rating List with a Rateable Value of £34,750. This is not the rates payable. Please check with the VOA
for the most up to date information on all rating matters.