Connaught Avenue, Frinton-on-Sea

Scandinavian Design Meets Coastal Living – Retail, Hospitality & Accommodation in a Unique Freehold Package

Overview
Established for over 24+ years, Great Danes is a thriving and unique lifestyle business combining Scandinavian retail, licensed hospitality, boutique accommodation, and e-commerce, all set within a beautifully maintained freehold circa 1920's property in a vibrant UK seaside town. Own a piece of a lovely traditional high street in a beautiful English Seaside town.

This rare turnkey opportunity includes a multi-income business, freehold premises, premium assets, and an established reputation — all with significant untapped potential. It’s ideal for someone with a passion for design and or an influencer/social media expert that’s looking for a brick/mortar location in a lovely seaside town. Additionally, with a range of high-quality Danish brands there’s plenty to sell.

The business currently enjoys 100% Small Business Rates Relief.

Retail Shop - • Generates approx. 70% of total sales
• Official UK reseller for iconic Danish brands:
• LEGO, Georg Jensen, Eva Solo, Glerups, Royal Copenhagen, Maileg, Morsø, Skagerak, Tuborg, and many more.
• Beautifully curated gift, homeware, jewellery, fashion, and toy collections.
• Licensed for for alcohol sales on / off premises
• Located in a high-footfall seaside high street
• Approx. 400 sq. ft retail space

The Patio - Licenced Bar & Event Space - • Launched 5+ years ago, contributes approx. 15% of revenue
• Licensed for on- and off-sales (10am–10pm daily)
• Currently open daily with late nights on Thursday, Friday & Saturdays till 10pm)
• Strong potential to open daily, year-round

Features:
Top-shelf spirits, fine wines, rare Danish beers
Original Banksy-style artwork — a standout asset
Designer furnishings, lighting, Morsø ovens, outdoor bar setup
Custom Android bar tab management app
Food Hygiene Rating: 5/5
Approx. 600 sq. ft

The Patio was recently enclosed and heated to support year-round use and add secure sales area to significantly boost revenue.

The Studio - Scandinavian Airbnb Apartment - Launched 3 years ago
Contributes approx. 10% of annual sales
Recently renovated with:
New electrics, plumbing, heating, insulation
Loft conversion (storage & energy efficiency) Opportunity for further developments in the loft to add extra bedroom.
Large, fitted kitchen, modern bathroom
Fully furnished with Danish design lighting & furniture
Decorated with stylish minimalist Danish interior
Listed on Airbnb and Booking.com
Occupancy ~30% with clear room for expansion
Approx. 400 sq ft

E-Commerce & Online Presence - ~5% of current revenue — underexploited
Custom-developed online store at:
Internal multiuser sales system integrated with web site.
10+ years of sales history; details.
Features:
Nationwide product delivery
Android-integrated bar tab app for The Patio
Strong digital presence:
Instagram – approx. 1,000+ followers
Facebook – over 3,500+ followers
TripAdvisor – rated as second best in Frinton behind the Beach!
Google - high ranking for Frinton Shops, bars
Email – loyal and large email database
High potential through SEO, email marketing, social advertising

Property & Assets - Freehold 1920s building in a popular resort town with development opportunities.
Includes:
Ground-floor retail store
First-floor self contained Airbnb apartment
Outdoor enclosed bar / sales area with storage container and seating
Private parking
Fully furnished and fitted:
Modern Danish lighting & furniture
Morsø ovens, bar infrastructure, designer outdoor seating
Banksy-style street artwork
On-/off-licence for alcohol sales
Food Hygiene Rating: 5/5

Growth Opportunities - Open “The Patio” all year with enclosure and heat
Increase Airbnb bookings to 60–75% occupancy
Boost e-commerce through digital marketing, SEO & PR
Add a light café menu or host events/workshops
Expand or franchise the Great Danes brand
Bring your brand to Frinton On Sea!
Develop the building adding flats and or retail space.

Price Breakdown: - Component & Value
Freehold Flat (The Studio, furnished) £250,000
Shop, Patio, Fixtures, Furnishings £205,000
Systems, Suppliers, Goodwill, Branding £40,000
Stock at Valuation (approx.) £50,000

Includes property, furnishings, systems, branding, goodwill, custom software, sales history and fit out.

Disclaimer - Wide Angle Lens Etc - These Particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract. They should not be relied upon as a statement of fact and interested parties must verify their accuracy personally. All internal & some outside photographs are taken with a wide angle lens, therefore before arranging a viewing, room sizes should be taken into consideration.

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Aml - MONEY LAUNDERING, TERRORIST FINANCING AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS (INFORMATION OF THE PAYER) REGULATIONS 2017 - When agreeing a purchase, prospective purchasers will be asked to undertake Identification checks including producing photographic identification and proof of residence documentation along with source of funds information.