Cafe, Chelmsford, CM3
£90,000
£180.72 per sq ft
Business rates & charges may apply
- SIZE AVAILABLE
498 sq ft
46 sq m
- SECTOR
Cafe for sale
Description
Positioned in an idyllic, postcard-perfect location directly overlooking the historic village green and duck pond, this business enjoys a highly enviable reputation and a fiercely loyal local clientele. Currently owner-operated, the tea room is renowned for its premium, scratch-cooked menu, beautiful presentation, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Ref: RX809423
Key Highlights
Prime Picturesque Location: Unrivalled views of the Danbury village green and pond, drawing high footfall from locals, walkers, and visitors.
Affluent Demographics: Situated in one of Essex’s most desirable and wealthy commuter villages.
Turnkey Operation: Being sold with a full complement of high-quality fixtures, fittings, and commercial catering equipment.
Convenient Access: Excellent visibility with ample free parking (time-restricted) right outside for customers.
Untapped Growth Potential
While the business already boasts strong, consistent trading figures, there is huge scope for an ambitious new owner to significantly increase revenues:
Extend Trading Hours: The premises benefit from unrestricted hours, offering the perfect opportunity to introduce evening bistro nights, Sunday roasts, or private event hire.
Delivery & Takeaway: Capitalise on the booming local demand by introducing a dedicated afternoon tea delivery service or takeaway app integration.
Alcohol License: Fully utilize the existing license to expand the high-margin wine, prosecco, and cocktail offerings alongside traditional afternoon teas.
Agent’s Note: Retail and hospitality opportunities of this calibre—in such a sought-after, affluent Essex hotspot—are incredibly rare to the market. The business is presented in immaculate condition throughout.
The Premises
Externally there is a forecourt seating area for 8 covers, with a grassed area which the landlord allows the use of although not under the demise of the lease which offers a further 18 bench cover. A single entrance door leads into the premises which is arranged to provide a comfortable 26 covers with serving counter to the back right of this area and a WC to the back left. An opening at the rear of this area leads into the Kitchen which is equipped with prep tables, 2 ovens, 3 group coffee machine, coffee grinder, under counter fridges and freezers, blender, panini press, induction hob, Merrychef oven, toaster, 2 x microwaves, dishwasher, 2 x stainless steel sink, large upright display fridge, stainless steel prep table with under counter refrigeration and saladette above. At the rear is a door leading to rear parking area.
Tenure:
We are advised a new lease can be made available, with our clients existing lease running until October 2027 at a rental of £13,000 per annum exclusive, with an additional service charge of approximately £1,125 per annum.
Turnover:
Most recent year end accounts confirm a net of turnover of approximately £190,000. Full financial information can be disclosed to seriously interested applicants, following a viewing of the business.
Business Rates:
The premises is subject to a rateable value of £12,000 resulting in zero business rates payable, should small business rate relief apply to a purchaser.
Legal Costs:
Each party are to be responsible for their own legal cost incurred in the transaction, with the landlords costs for the surrendering the existing lease to be the responsibility of the vendor and the landlords costs for the granting of the new lease to be the responsibility of the purchaser.
Administration Fee
Following the agreement of terms, the prospective tenant or buyer is required to pay an administration fee of £200 + VAT to Gilbert & Rose Commercial Limited. This covers the full cost of referencing, identity checks, and suitability assessments.
Disclaimer:
Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission.
Key Highlights
Prime Picturesque Location: Unrivalled views of the Danbury village green and pond, drawing high footfall from locals, walkers, and visitors.
Affluent Demographics: Situated in one of Essex’s most desirable and wealthy commuter villages.
Turnkey Operation: Being sold with a full complement of high-quality fixtures, fittings, and commercial catering equipment.
Convenient Access: Excellent visibility with ample free parking (time-restricted) right outside for customers.
Untapped Growth Potential
While the business already boasts strong, consistent trading figures, there is huge scope for an ambitious new owner to significantly increase revenues:
Extend Trading Hours: The premises benefit from unrestricted hours, offering the perfect opportunity to introduce evening bistro nights, Sunday roasts, or private event hire.
Delivery & Takeaway: Capitalise on the booming local demand by introducing a dedicated afternoon tea delivery service or takeaway app integration.
Alcohol License: Fully utilize the existing license to expand the high-margin wine, prosecco, and cocktail offerings alongside traditional afternoon teas.
Agent’s Note: Retail and hospitality opportunities of this calibre—in such a sought-after, affluent Essex hotspot—are incredibly rare to the market. The business is presented in immaculate condition throughout.
The Premises
Externally there is a forecourt seating area for 8 covers, with a grassed area which the landlord allows the use of although not under the demise of the lease which offers a further 18 bench cover. A single entrance door leads into the premises which is arranged to provide a comfortable 26 covers with serving counter to the back right of this area and a WC to the back left. An opening at the rear of this area leads into the Kitchen which is equipped with prep tables, 2 ovens, 3 group coffee machine, coffee grinder, under counter fridges and freezers, blender, panini press, induction hob, Merrychef oven, toaster, 2 x microwaves, dishwasher, 2 x stainless steel sink, large upright display fridge, stainless steel prep table with under counter refrigeration and saladette above. At the rear is a door leading to rear parking area.
Tenure:
We are advised a new lease can be made available, with our clients existing lease running until October 2027 at a rental of £13,000 per annum exclusive, with an additional service charge of approximately £1,125 per annum.
Turnover:
Most recent year end accounts confirm a net of turnover of approximately £190,000. Full financial information can be disclosed to seriously interested applicants, following a viewing of the business.
Business Rates:
The premises is subject to a rateable value of £12,000 resulting in zero business rates payable, should small business rate relief apply to a purchaser.
Legal Costs:
Each party are to be responsible for their own legal cost incurred in the transaction, with the landlords costs for the surrendering the existing lease to be the responsibility of the vendor and the landlords costs for the granting of the new lease to be the responsibility of the purchaser.
Administration Fee
Following the agreement of terms, the prospective tenant or buyer is required to pay an administration fee of £200 + VAT to Gilbert & Rose Commercial Limited. This covers the full cost of referencing, identity checks, and suitability assessments.
Disclaimer:
Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission.
Cafe, Chelmsford, CM3
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Hatfield Peverel Station4.4 miles
- South Woodham Ferrers Station4.8 miles
- Chelmsford Station5.1 miles
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