Description
The site extends to 1.04 acres (0.42 hectares) and is generally regular in shape with an even topography.

The property comprises a two storey detached public house with rendered and painted elevations under a pitched slate tiled roof. There is a single storey extension to the left elevation.

Internally the pub is in good condition and comprises of lounge area, bar and two restaurant areas with carvery server closeby. The toilets are located close to the main side entrance with the cellar and kitchen towards the rear and accessed from behind the bar. First floor can be accessed via the pub or a side door from the car park and provides kitchen, bathroom, office and 3 bedrooms.

Externally there is a substantial tarmacadam car park to the left and additional spaces to the right of the property (47 total – 40 east; 7 west), with a good sized trade garden (9 picnic benches) to the rear which has the benefit of an external bar. There is also a small field beyond the car park to the east which may have some potential for additional car parking. The car park area and field to the east is subject to a covenant restricting the use of the land to ancillary parking for the pub.

The approximate Gross Internal Area of the main building is approximately 4,284 sq ft (398 sq m).

The Business
The pub operates as a destination food led venue, which is popular for carvery’s. It has historically been run as a fully tied house. An opportunity exists for an enterprising owner operator to acquire the pub and turn it into a profitable destination freehouse.

Fixtures & Fittings
Fixtures & Fittings can be included subject to offer and negotiation.

Tenure
Freehold subject to vacant possession on completion.

Guide Price
Offers in the order of £550,000 for the Vendor’s freehold interest.

Overage
Our client will be intending to agree an overage provision should the buyer seek to obtain ‘change of use’.

VAT & Stamp Duty Land Tax
VAT and SDLT will be applicable at the prevailing rate.

Planning & Conservation
From 1st September 2020 under the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended) we understand the property benefits from Class E, including restaurant, café, retail, business and professional services.

The property is not listed, however is located within a conservation area. The local authority is Dorset Council.

We understand the statutory plan covering planning policy and development control for the area is the North Dorset Local Plan Part 1 which was adopted in January 2016.

Licensing
The property has been granted a Premises Licence in accordance with the Licensing Act 2003. We understand that the pub operates under traditional hours.

Services
Mains electric and water, gas (LPG) and private drainage.

Rating
The subject property is entered in the 2017 Central Rating List with a Rateable Value of £34,300. Please check with the VOA for the most up to date information on all rating matters.

EPC
The property has an EPC Rating of C-60.

Viewings
Viewings can be made strictly by appointment with Savills.

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations
Regulations require Savills to conduct various checks on purchasers and tenants. Further details are available upon request.