The Old Boat House, 1 Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, Dorset

The Property Partnership are pleased to offer the rare opportunity to acquire a vacant ground floor commercial premises with panoramic views of Lyme Bay and the famous Cobb, and inclusive of the freehold of this prominent Grade II listed building.

Situated within 1 Marine Parade, The Old Boat House includes double entrance doors as well as four sash windows, all with expansive sea views. Internally, there is a seating area and servery counter, an L shaped kitchen and preparation area, a hot drinks station and a WC. The property has historically enjoyed a longstanding arrangement with Lyme Regis Town Council for up to twelve external tables and thirty six chairs.

The location of The Old Boat House is simply breathtaking, occupying the first corner one approaches when entering Marine Parade from the bottom of Broad Street, or alighting from the town's main bus stop just meters away. There are also two public car parks in the immediate vicinity. Simply put, this is a superb trading position, with huge potential to establish a new business or expand or relocate an existing one.

Known as the 'Pearl of Dorset', Lyme Regis is a picturesque seaside resort nestling against the Devon border. Characterised by its sweeping Cobb harbour, the town overlooks the glorious expanses of Lyme Bay, and is located on the stunning Jurassic World Heritage Site, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Truly a town for all seasons, Lyme maintains a thriving community, with excellent shopping, a vibrant cultural offering, its own brewery, an array of inviting pubs and a nationally recognised food scene. There is a mainline station at nearby Axminster, offering regular services into London Waterloo, while the historic market town and antique/vintage hub of Bridport is also easily accessible.

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage.
Tenure: Freehold, with vacant possession of the ground floor accommodation.
Local Authority: Dorset Council ( RV £7,800. It is possible that the property will benefit from small business rates relief subject to a qualifying occupation. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with Dorset Council to confirm the rates payable, if any.



Tenure: Freehold