SOLD - Annfield Plain Post Office, Stanley, County Durham

MAINS POST OFFICE WITH SIZEABLE RESIDENCE in Stanley

For those searching for a good Post Office business with good PO salary / commission and a very spacious family sized home - this is the one. This property and business represent tremendous value for money and is priced to sell quickly, as the owners wish to retire after 20 years’ service to the community.  Located in Annfield Plain, a pleasant village and community in County Durham, just 2.5 miles from Stanley to the north-east, and 5 miles to Consett in the west. 

The Business: This is a Mains Post Office in a busy and densely populated area. The Post Office has 3 counters. Services being offered include ATM, some Foreign Exchange (mainly Euro and Dollar) and they are about to be set up for Passport application processing. The shop offers a range of stationery, cards and gift items and also Lottery and PayZone transactions. Enterprising new owners could easily extend the retail premises into the ground floor portion of the residence if they so wished, as space is abundant and hardly utilised. 

The Property: Single fronted, two-storey plus attic, stone-built property with long single storey extension to the rear. Ground floor lock-up retail shop with security roller shutters and external ATM. Entry to retail shop and two station Post Office counter. Security door to rear of Post Office counter and an additional door leading to the private residence, which has a lounge diner to the main building and pitched roof adding an additional dining room and well-fitted modern kitchen to the ground floor. Rear access to yard with electric roller shutter. In the main house there is a staircase leading to three double bedrooms and a house bathroom. A second set of stairs leads to an impressive and spacious, open plan, attic conversion. The property benefits from having been re-roofed some seven years ago and new electric roller shutters to the front of the shop and the rear yard have been recently installed. Business on lease. Ref: 587289

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SOLD - Sewells Car Spares, Billingham, County Durham

CAR ACCESSORIES AND SPARES in Billingham

Well established car spares business which has now become a local landmark in its own right and which has been in the same family for circa 50 years. This highly profitable business presents a new owner with the opportunity not only to acquire a thriving business which deals primarily with members of the public but also to increase the business substantially by also offering a parts service to local garages and also to create an online sales facility to offer accessories and spares to a much larger audience.  This business has everything required to increase exponentially and could well be a sleeping giant.  It is run by our client with a small team of competent staff.  EXCEPTIONALLY WELL KNOWN BUSINESS REGIONALLY - VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  

Available either with the premises on lease or freehold.  These substantial premises comprise sales shop with service counter leading through to extensive storage area and a mini warehouse at the rear.  

First floor offers an owners / managers accommodation offering good lounge, shower room with WC, dining kitchen and three bedrooms.  The accommodation is not currently used by our client and has more recently been utilised as overspill storage and office.  Business & Property. Ref: 586657

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SOLD - Mahon Kennels & Cattery, Ferryhill, County Durham

OUTSTANDING KENNELS BUSINESS AND RESIDENCE in Ferryhill, County Durham

One of the finest kennels and cattery businesses to come to the open market in recent times. A truly impressive country house set in extensive grounds totalling circa 1.1 acres with long distance views out toward the Cleveland Way area of natural beauty. Mahon House Kennels and Cattery boasts excellent reviews and prides itself in providing a warm, loving and safe environment for its clients beloved pets. Situated in a rural part of County Durham yet easily accessible from the A1(M) and A177 - an extensive catchment area which includes Bishop Auckland, Billingham, Darlington, Durham, Hartlepool, Newton Aycliffe, Sedgefield and Stockton-on-Tees. In-plan and in-build new housing projects promise to substantially expand the current customer client base. The kennels and cattery are registered for 60 dogs and 25 cats. The kennels are made up of enclosures to suit small dogs, large dogs and family groups of dogs. Both dog and cat enclosures have a heating supply. Outside covered runs for safe and secure exercise, plus a 30-metre-long grassy paddock for play. Spacious cat cabins have windows, shelving and cat flaps to covered, individual outdoor runs. Larger cabins for clients with several cats. To each block of kennels and cabins there is a specific feed prep and utility area. Other small pets such as rabbits, hamsters and birds can be catered for too. Large customer car park and reception block, with a professionally equipped wash and grooming room. This is an area of the business that has huge potential should new owners wish to offer this as an additional service and promote the fact that the facility exists. Undoubtedly this would prove to be a very profitable, bolt-on facet of the business. Our clients love of animals took them on a pre-planned journey toward retirement. Running a kennels and cattery business was part of that dream. Our clients bought the property and business with one eye on retirement and with the idea that they would run the business on a fairly low-key basis to suit their intended lifestyle, however, their reputation has put them in very high regard with pet owners and subsequently the demand for their services is rapidly outgrowing their energy levels. Internally: Formally a traditional farmhouse, largely refurbished in recent times and providing a very attractive, cheerful, warm and very comfortable family home. Entry via porch to reception hall and ground floor toilet with wash basin. TV snug / living room with wood burning fireplace. Very spacious open plan modern kitchen and dining room. The dining room has an ornate cast iron feature fireplace and room for a study area. Separate utility / laundry room. Door from kitchen leads out to a day room with access out on to the outdoor paved terrace. Stairs to landing and three double bedrooms. A smaller room is currently used as a dressing room but could easily be converted to provide an en-suite bathroom for the master bedroom. House bathroom with shower over bath. The house has LPG heating throughout. Externally: Large, paved terrace and extensive lawned orchard garden with mature trees to the secluded rear of the property. Attached outbuilding providing a useful workshop. Front lawned garden with greenhouse. Detached long barn adjacent to the main house. Two additional outbuildings which incorporate the kennel and cattery reception and a garage / storeroom. Business & Property. Ref: 587234 

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SOLD - Sewells Car Spares, Billingham, County Durham

CAR ACCESSORIES AND SPARES in Billingham

Well established car spares business which has now become a local landmark in its own right and which has been in the same family for circa 50 years.  This highly profitable business presents a new owner with the opportunity not only to acquire a thriving business which deals primarily with members of the public but also to increase the business substantially by also offering a parts service to local garages and also to create an online sales facility to offer accessories and spares to a much larger audience.  This business has everything required to increase exponentially and could well be a sleeping giant.  It is run by our client with a small team of competent staff.  EXCEPTIONALLY WELL KNOWN BUSINESS REGIONALLY - VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  

Available either with the premises on lease or freehold.  These substantial premises comprise sales shop with service counter leading through to extensive storage area and a mini warehouse at the rear.  

First floor offers an owners / managers accommodation offering good lounge, shower room with WC, dining kitchen and three bedrooms.  The accommodation is not currently used by our client and has more recently been utilised as overspill storage and office. Business & Property. Ref: 586657

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SOLD - Ray Emmerton Greengrocers, Lanchester, County Durham

GREENGROCERS in County Durham

Very busy quality greengrocery and fresh produce business situated in the heart of this much sought after and affluent large village.  The business has returned healthy profits to our client for almost 30 years and continues to thrive having shown itself as particularly resilient even through the Covid-19 pandemic when the business has grown.  Run in very easy hours over a six day week, predominantly by staff - scope for a full time working owner to improve profitability even further.  The business is run from ideal premises which offer easy roadside parking and briefly comprise smart, well-presented sales shop which has been fitted and equipped to an exceptionally high standard and really must be seen to be appreciated.  Stock room to the rear with walk-in cold room and WC off.  EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref:  585447

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SOLD - Shottons Bakery, Ferryhill, Co Durham

 CAFE & SANDWICH BAR (WITH SMALL EAT IN AREA), County Durham

A very busy sandwich bar with a small area for customers to eat in which is run in easy hours closing at 2.30 pm daily and achieving a particularly impressive turnover and EXCEPTIONAL PROFITS.  Viewing here is highly recommended as the opportunity to earn a very good living and improve further by working full time in the business and making further savings - this is likely to be snapped up very quickly.   The business is currently run predominantly by staff due to our clients other business interests.   The premises are held on lease with very sensible rent and are situated in this bustling  town in County Durham.  Some baking is done on the premises at present and there is huge scope to enhance the outside catering facilities and sandwich delivery.  Briefly comprising well fitted sales shop which is air conditioned with commercial preparation kitchen to the rear offering an impressive range of equipment.  EPC Band E. Business on lease. Ref: 584702

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SOLD - L & L Hardware, Seaham, County Durham

FREEHOLD HARDWARE SHOP in County Durham

Our clients have owned and operated this business since 1998 and are now selling to enjoy a well-deserved retirement. This is a super freehold property occupying a very prominent corner position close to a large Co-Op and a busy Post Office – easy on street parking. This is a busy business which is easily run by our clients however does offer an opportunity for an alternative use if required (subject to any necessary consents). This is priced to sell and we strongly recommend viewing – AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY. This is a ground floor retail unit of approximately 1,000 sq ft with a superb frontage. Internally is a large split level sales shop with store room and WC to the rear. Business on lease. Ref: 581480

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SOLD - Glo / The Hair Studio, Bishop Auckland

FREEHOLD TANNING & HAIR WITH FIVE FLATS in County Durham

What a fabulous opportunity to acquire this substantial town centre property which enjoys a fabulous reputation as a tanning and hair salon with five flats out on rent above – AN EXCELLENT INVESTMENT. Our clients operate the tanning part of the business and achieve an excellent weekly turnover with the hair and beauty salon operated on chair rent agreements which returns excellent weekly rents from several stylists, a barber and a beautician.This is an imposing stone built property occupying a corner position on this popular high street and is located between Morrison’s and Asda supermarkets – MASSIVE FOOTFALL AND EASY PARKING. The property is arranged over four floors with a large basement workshop, ground floor tanning salon with state of the art equipment including two lay down machines and three stand up machines as well as a spray tan room. To the opposite side is a stunning salon with barbers area with three chairs (currently one chair is rent out to a self employed barber), open salon with up to eight workstations, beauty room, store room and WC. Business & Property. Ref: 581512

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SOLD - Spennymoor Post Office, Durham

SUB POST OFFICE (MAINS OFFICE, GREETING CARDS, STATIONERY AND GIFTS) in County Durham

An opportunity to acquire this premier, mains Post Office and greetings cards business – situated in a very enviable trading position in a bustling shopping centre – DENSELY POPULATED AREA WITHIN THIS TOWN CENTRE. This without doubt is the most lucrative Post Office seen for a very long time, boasting a very large annual remuneration plus a highly profitable private greeting cards and stationery turnover. AN OUTSTANDING CONCERN IN EVERY WAY, WORKING ON SUPERB PROFIT MARGINS OF OVER 53%.  Both the weekly turnover and Post Office remuneration continues to increase every year and this Office is currently Number One in the UK for the sale of Post Office financial services using the private conversation area to good effect. This is a prestigious, market leading Post Office. The premises are held on a secure lease, very sensible rent and comprise: spacious, professionally fitted walk round sales shop offering superb card displays.  The Post Office department is modern offering four open positions and one fortress position plus a very good display cash out unit on the greeting card department.  Photo booth.  Office / staff room.  Toilet and wash hand basin. RETIREMENT FORCES SALE - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Business on lease. Ref: 557963
 

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SOLD - Investment Property, Willington, Crook

INVESTMENT PROPERTY in County Durham

Substantial, modernised property facing onto the main shopping street serving this busy shopping street within this expanding village in County Durham – situated between Durham and Darlington and only a short drive from the A1. The schedule of rents is as follows, Part ground floor: 1 year lease from 8/3/15 rent £4,200 per annum (Tattoo artist), Part ground floor: 18 months lease from 16/5/16 rent £4,200 per annum (Pet shop), Flat 21a: 1 year from 1/9/16 rent £350 per month, Flat 21b: 1 year from 21/11/16 rent £325 per month. Total rental income: £16,500 per Annum. Ground Floor: spacious double fronted sales area with entrances at the front and the side - very well equipped and fitted sales areas, WC. Integral garage used as a store. First Floor:  2 Self-contained flats with central heating and double glazing. Flat 21a – 2 bedrooms, living area with a fitted kitchen area, shower room with WC and wash basin. Flat 21b – 1 bedroom, open plan living area with a fitted kitchen area, shower room with WC and wash basin. Freehold property. Ref: 556001
 

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SOLD - Willington Post Office & Londis, Crook

POST OFFICE & LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in County Durham

One of the best fitted and equipped Post Offices and convenience stores seen for some time. The Post Office is designated as a mains office and indeed has been converted to such and fitted and equipped to a high standard. Fabulous business which is THRIVING and achieves a particularly IMPRESSIVE WEEKLY TURNOVER with a FABULOUS POST OFFICE SALARY. HIGHLY PROFITABLE BUSINESS which has been in the same hands for over 20 years and provided our clients with a very successful and profitable career. This is a business which could very easily provide you and your family with a very secure and remarkably lucrative future. Run by the owners with substantial staff assistance - plenty of scope for a younger, enthusiastic partnership, possibly with family assistance to reduce the staff input and make substantial savings, thus boosting the profits even further! PRIME TRADING SITE through this densely populated town. Briefly comprise: double fronted, spacious, immaculately fitted and equipped sales shop with excellent EPOS system and Post Office “Combi Till” allowing the business to perform post office services from the main cash out counter. Excellent Post Office 2 position, fortress counter, extensive refrigeration, ATM and super product displays. The first floor provides private, family accommodation which consists: Landing with bathroom off, separate WC, 4 spacious bedrooms, 1 of which is currently used as an office / store and 2 of which have fitted wardrobes. Family lounge with open plan, fully fitted kitchen and dining area. Viewing here is a must and comes HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY THIS OFFICE. Business on lease. Ref: 557352

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Blackwell Post Office and Convenience Store - yet another business sold by Ernest Wilson

POST OFFICE with CONVENIENCE STORE & NATIONAL LOTTERY, County Durham.

This SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED PROPERTY provides first class shop and post office facilities (approx 2000sq. ft.) with top quality display fixtures, fittings, refrigeration, air conditioning and sales counter post office service points.  Above the shop are TWO SELF CONTAINED 2 BEDROOM FLATS which can be used by the new owner(s) or can be rented out for approx £400 per month each.  Viewing of this business and property is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  The property is situated on the North Yorkshire & Durham border - QUALITY AREA.  The business already achieves a substantial weekly turnover and post office salary - WONDERFUL POTENTIAL FOR GROWTH AND FINANCIAL GAIN. Business and freehold property. Ref: 555325

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Burrells Traditional Fish & Chips , Barnard Castle, County Durham - SOLD!

FISH & CHIPS SHOP in Barnard Castle, County Durham for Sale

Outstanding business enjoying an excellent position in the town centre, surrounded by shops, office and car parking facilities. The premises provide first class facilities and a stunning selection of quality equipment. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The business is well-established with a strong base of regular customers, a 5 Star food hygiene rating certificate, an excellent product and potential to do even more. The business is run mainly by staff. Comprising: double fronted saleshop with fully tiled service area and a 4 pan island range, eat in area which provides seating for 28, very well preparation kitchen with hygiene panelling, fully panelled preparation and storage area. A HIGHLY PROFITABLE BUSINESS WHICH ACHIEVES A VERY HIGH NET PROFIT – THIS COULD BE EVEN MORE FOR A WORKING OWNER. Business & Property. Ref: 555399

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