High Street, Saxmundham, Suffolk

Location

Saxmundham is a vibrant and expanding market town with a population of almost 5,000 residents and with a considerable passing trade. The town has a Waitrose, Tesco and many attractive independent shops. There is a Wednesday market and a railway station which provides connecting services to London Liverpool Street station, Norwich, Cambridge and Lowestoft. Attractions in this part of Suffolk include the world famous Snape Maltings Concert Hall (the home to the Aldeburgh Festival) and the nearby seaside towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold. The property is in the centre of the High Street in Saxmundham, which is approx. 1½ miles off the A12 trunk road and is signposted via the B1121. The town is close to the substantial electrical development of Sizewell C and other infrastructure projects.

Directions

From the A12, take the exit signposted for Saxmundham (B1121) and follow the road into town, where it becomes Church Street and then High Street; continue straight through the centre, and you’ll find 28 High Street on your left.

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Description

Located in the heart of the town, the ground floor was formerly run as a cafe/bistro and an art gallery with a delightful ‘suntrap’ courtyard to the rear.  This well presented and popular cafe/bistro was opened by the present owners in 2020, and although the business was successful, the owners have moved abroad and it is now time for an enthusiastic entrepreneur to take over. 

The Cafe/bistro
The premises is accessed directly from the High Street leading to 2 spacious dining rooms which can accommodate up to 30 diners. There are a further 25 seats in the courtyard to the rear. 

Description                                     Sq ft                                    Sqm
Main Cafe/bistro                             302                                       28
Gallery                                             139                                     12.9
Rear seating                                     212                                     19.6
Kitchen                                             100                                       9.3
Total                                                 753                                      69.9

The Flat

The first floor flat is currently run as a successful holiday let/Airbnb and enjoys good occupancy being close to Sizewell C. The flat is fully furnished and has good occupancy & future bookings - further details on application.

In addition there is a former rear garage which was also used as a gallery. There could be other car parking available adjacent at a small additional cost. Total floor area: 564 Sq ft (52.4 Sqm).

Services

Mains water, electricity and drainage are available. None of the services, including heating, plumbing or electrical systems (nor appliances) have been tested.

Rates

Rateable Value: Shop & Premises £5,300. Rates payable £2,289.60 per annum 2026/27. The flat above is listed as Self catering holiday unit: Rateable Value £2,600. Qualifying occupiers may be eligible for small business rates relief. Further information available from East Suffolk Council, East Suffolk House, Station Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1RT;   . 

Planning 

Full planning & listed building consent were obtained for all the alterations.

Tenure

The property is owned freehold and is offered for sale with vacant possession for £310,000. Additional furnishings, fixtures and fittings are available by separate negotiation.

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Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the Agent.

NOTES

1.   Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed.  If there is any point, which  is of particular importance to you, please obtain professional confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information for you.  These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.  All measurements quoted are approximate.  The Fixtures, Fittings & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.  Photographs are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included.  No guarantee can be given that any planning permission or listed building consent or building regulations have been applied for or approved. The agents have not been made aware of any covenants or restrictions that may impact the property, unless stated otherwise.  Any site plans used in the particulars are indicative only and buyers should rely on the Land Registry/transfer plan. 

2.   The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 require all Estate Agents to obtain proof of identity for our clients and tenants where required.

May 2026