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Tuesday, 9 June 2020

SOLD - Cross View Tea Rooms, Richmond

FULLY LICENSED COFFEE SHOP AND TEA ROOMS (60 COVERS) in Richmond

An opportunity to acquire this delightful tea room, coffee shop and cafe situated a very busy site in the much sought after town of Richmond. The business is worked in very easy hours over seven days and is run completely by staff due to our clients working away. The right working owners could take even more here. OOZING POTENTIAL FOR SO MUCH MORE - A LOVELY WAY TO EARN YOUR LIVING. The premises are held on a secure lease and comprise glass double fronted unit incorporating open plan cafe and tea rooms with servery sporting a superb coffee machine for all those specialist coffees. To the rear is a well fitted commercial kitchen, ladies and gents toilets, store room, veg room, outer store unit. The premises have the benefit of a gas central heating system. Business on lease. Ref: 584939

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Monday, 8 June 2020

SOLD - Crittlewood Guest House, Gainsborough, Lincs

13 EN-SUITE BEDROOM DETACHED GUEST HOUSE PLUS OWNERS SUPERB ACCOMMODATION in Gainsborough

An outstanding guest house situated in this commanding trading position within this bustling market town near to an upmarket shopping and leisure centre. Ideally situated within easy reach of the popular city of Lincoln, Scunthorpe and Retford. The premises have undergone major refurbishment with no expense spared. Our client sadly runs the guest house on his own and does not do breakfasts or take guests on weekends. The potential here is unlimited and only needs younger, enthusiastic owners to take this to the next level. The whole property is immaculate here – VIEWING IS A MUST, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The detached freehold premises are split into two semi detached properties: Left Wing:- Ground Floor reception hall leading to the owners suite, lovely spacious lounge with French windows leading out to the landscaped gardens and patio, superbly fitted breakfast kitchen, utility room, shower room, toilet and wash hand basin. Large double bedroom with bay window. First Floor guest fitted kitchen, guest dining room, Room 4 (a double room with two single beds), Room 6 (family room with double bed and two single beds, this room can be linked to Room 4 via an adjoining door for larger families). Second Floor Room 7 (a double room with two single beds), Room 8 (a double room with a single bed), Room 9 (a triple room with three single beds), Room 9 (a triple room with three single beds). This property also has solar panels generating an income of £1,800 to £2,000 a year and free electric through the day. Right Wing:- Ground Floor Room 11 (family room with a double and a single bed), Room 12 (disabled room with three single beds and walk in wet room). First Floor Room 13 (triple bedroom with three single beds), Room 14 (double bedroom with two single beds), Room 15 (triple room with three single beds). Second Floor Room 16 (double room with a double bed), Room 17 (double bedroom with a double bed), Room 18 (triple room with three single beds). All rooms here are en-suite and with TV’s and the premises enjoy the benefit of a gas central heating system and UPVC double glazed units. Extensive gardens and grounds. Also included within the sale behind the property is land with 17 single garages and two double garages which are all let and returning approximately 15,000 per annum. Owners large triple garage / workshop. EPC Band C. Business & Property. Ref: 583540

Friday, 5 June 2020

SOLD - Nisa Store, Eldwick, Bingley

LICENSED CONVENIENCE STORE in Eldwick, Bingley

Situated in a premier position in the heart of Eldwick literally surrounded by hundreds of houses and the local village primary school ensuring that the shop has a steady stream of customers all day long. The shop has a monopoly position and benefitting from being the largest with the only other shop being at the far end of the village. Benefitting from it’s own forecourt parking, own layby and also plenty of on street parking makes this an ideal convenience store. The shop was refit in the last few years and is part of the Nisa group and offers a modern fresh look with plenty of departments including a very good alcohol section which is very popular and patronised. Working on high profit margins this is a very profitable business which only needs viewing to appreciate the monopoly position and quality of the area. We understand that the local Post Office at Gilstead is available to be relocated and Post Office Ltd have previously indicated that this Nisa store would be a suitable location for it to be relocated to – further information can be obtained from https://runapostoffice.co.uk/home/result/show/gilstead-post-office-bingley-bd16-3nl. Obviously the introduction of Post Office services would increase the footfall even further which would no doubt contribute in increasing the already fantastic turnover even further. The saleshop comprises large walk around air conditioned sales shop, modern refrigeration and display shelving, store room, toilet, extensive CCTV system. Business on lease. Ref: 584975

Tuesday, 2 June 2020

SOLD - PP Marron Carpets, Huddersfield

CARPET RETAILER in Huddersfield

Our clients have owned this family run business since 1968 and are now selling to enjoy a well-deserved retirement. PP Marron Carpets has a fabulous reputation in Huddersfield and is a very profitable concern with genuine potential to do even more. This is a highly prominent and much sought after position on a major road with many large national operators on the doorstep. This site is passed by approximately 15,000 vehicles daily and offers obvious potential if required. The premises comprise: This is a substantial site of 0.5 acres with a detached two storey building of 613 sq m (6,598 sq ft) and car parking to the front and rear. The showroom is substantial with warehousing and staff facilities to the rear and lower ground floor. Freehold property. Ref: 581742

Monday, 1 June 2020

SOLD - The Cutting Edge Hair Salon, Bradford

DETACHED FREEHOLD HAIR SALON WITH THREE BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION in Bradford

Our clients have operated this substantial freehold property and business since 1998 and are now selling to enjoy semi-retirement. The property occupies a very prominent position in this built up suburb on the Bradford and Halifax boundary with thousands of chimney pots right on the doorstep. The business is ripe for development with our client working easy hours over a five day week and undertakes no advertising and marketing. The property must be viewed to appreciate the scale of the land and buildings and the potential with the business is massive. AN EXCELLENT BUY. This is a very generous corner plot with gardens to the front and side together with a garage and double driveway. The premises comprise large salon, large store room which could easily be reconverted to a large beauty room, kitchen, lounge and rear porch. To the first floor are three bedrooms, bathroom and separate WC. Business & Property. Ref: 581768

Wednesday, 27 May 2020

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Tuesday, 7 April 2020

SOLD - Garners Deli, Sheffield

DELI CAFE & SANDWICHES, Sheffield

A prominently sited Deli Cafe in the highly sought after and very busy area of Sheffield. The current owner bought this old Butchers recently and has invested a great deal of money turning the premises into a great little deli. Speciality fresh ground coffee is a must whilst viewing this funky, shabby chic little venue which only comes to the market now due to some serious health problems within the family. Situated on a main road servicing a very dense residential community and also a large amount of students. As well as the obvious decorative works recently under taken, the premises have also had a great deal of works to upgrade the electrical supply and lighting. Rent is very reasonable and the lease an un-expired term of over 8 years at a fixed rent – no rent reviews. The business also benefits from small business relief and pays no business rates. All of the hard work has been completed here and all that remains is for new owners to turn the key and start trading and profiting from day 1. Corner entryway into the very attractive reception and servery counter, high stool window seating for four customers, plus window bench seating for a further four. A range of almost new glass display cabinets. The attractive original in-built, glass fronted meat rotisserie stands very proud behind the service counter and is always a talking piece. Well equipped kitchen, dry store room, store room and additional catering prep area. EPC Band D. Business on lease. Ref: 583529

Monday, 6 April 2020

SOLD - Pollys Sandwich Shop, Wilsden

SANDWICH BAR in Wilsden

Very well appointed sandwich bar located on the busy main street through this very popular village. The business achieves a good turnover but is capable of doing so much more. The current owners are selling for genuine reasons. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE. This is an ideal position with passing trade all day long. Car park opposite and surrounded by commerce and local residents. Worked in easy hours over a six day week. Very sensible rent and generally low overheads. THIS IS A GOOD BUY AND IS PRICED TO SELL. This is a deceptively spacious lock-up shop with eye-catching frontage. Set within a busy parade of shops, the shop is spacious with a full width counter and there is a commercial kitchen to the rear. Lower ground floor preparation room and storage WC. Business onlease. Ref: 584844

Thursday, 26 March 2020

SOLD - Vacant retail unit in Saltaire to let

RETAIL UNIT in Saltaire

Superbly appointed retail unit located opposite Salts Mill in the village of Saltaire – a World Heritage Site. The premises have traded as gift shop for a number of years, however the tenant has decided not to renew the lease and will vacate in February 2020. This is a highly prominent position amongst a busy street setting and bustles with locals and visitors all year long. This is a beautiful character filled property with sensible overheads and the security of a new lease. Would suit a variety of retail or service lead uses – VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HERE. This is an attractive stone built property with a very tasteful, traditional frontage. Internally is an open plan sales area with timber floor and feature brick wall. To the rear is a separate sales area with a beautiful fireplace, large and impressive basement which has been used for small classes previously. Staff area and WC. New lease available. Ref: 584922

Wednesday, 25 March 2020

SOLD - The Village Shop, Scholes, Cleckheaton

SANDWICH BAR in Cleckheaton

An opportunity to acquire this excellent sandwich centre situated on this bustling village high street – superb busy main road site. The business operates over six mornings and offers potential to do so much more here and to develop a good outside catering arm. SENSIBLY PRICED CONCERN. VIEW EARLY, THIS WILL GO. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise spacious sales shop which is very well fitted and comprises outsales and servery sporting two excellent display counters, sandwich preparation area. First floor large kitchen and preparation room with commercial extraction. Toilet and wash hand basin. Business on lease. Ref:

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Tuesday, 24 March 2020

SOLD - Former Public House, Rawmarsh, Rotherham

FORMER PUBLIC HOUSE in Rotherham

Detached former public house property occupying a highly visible position off a busy road at this junction and with its own car parking. The premises are currently used as a training facility but would suit a variety of retail, office or leisure uses (subject to planning permission). Situated approximately two miles to the north east of Rotherham in South Yorkshire and within easy reach of the M1 and M18 motorways. The premises briefly comprise entrance with ladies / gents and disabled WC’s off and shower, store room. Former main bar currently used as the main training room with the second spacious training room off. Managers office / kitchen and lobby beyond leading to the rear door and access to the two first floor flats which briefly comprise flat one: one bedroom with shower area, separate WC, lounge and kitchen – this returned £400 per calendar month. Flat two: living kitchen, two bedrooms, combined bathroom and utility area – this also returned £400 per calendar month - Both flats now vacant. Externally patron parking area, private parking and single garage. Freehold property. Ref: 582933

Thursday, 19 March 2020

SOLD - Towngate Brasserie, Hipperholme, Halifax

CLOSED FULLY LICENSED RESTAURANT in Hipperholme, Halifax

An opportunity to acquire this delightful restaurant which has been totally refurbished throughout adding a brand new gin bar on the first floor. Situated in the up market area of Hipperholme which is a densely populated lucrative residential area. Closed January 2020 due to ill health. The business was worked in very easy hours over a five days – only needs enthusiastic new owners to take this to the next level and take the big money here. VIEWING OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST. The premises are held on a secure lease with sensible rent and comprise reception leading to a beautiful cocktail lounge which must be seen to be appreciated. The restaurant is fine dining, seating around 40 people comfortably. To the rear is the superbly fitted commercial kitchen offering an abundance of hi-tech equipment. Dishwashing and preparation area. First floor gin bar and tapas restaurant seating around 31 customers. Ladies and gents toilets, store room. Business on lease. Ref: 584763

Friday, 13 March 2020

SOLD - Cleaning Company, Harrogate

COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC CLEANING BUSINESS, West/North Yorkshire

An outstanding commercial and domestic cleaning business operating in the West & North Yorkshire areas. The present owners have run this business very successfully for the last 15 years now to take a well earned rest. The business continues to grow year on year. Our client runs the business on the fringe of the town centre in sensible hours approximately 8.45 am to 5.15 pm Monday to Friday with a competent team of staff. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY THIS OFFICE. The premises are held on easy rental and comprise utility room, garage/store, first floor offices. EPC Exempt. Ref: 583098

Thursday, 12 March 2020

SOLD - Serenity Beauty & Spa Therapies, Wakefield

BEAUTY AND SPA THERAPIES in Wakefield

A truly exceptional beauty therapy business being run from beautifully and tastefully enhanced premises in the centre of this village on the outskirts of Wakefield. The business has seen much success in the 10 years it has been established. Specialising in a full range of spa treatments including body scrub treatments, holistic therapies, specialist massages and environ facials. Additionally, the business offers nail enhancement, pedicures, lashes and intimate waxing. The premises comprise attractive and comfortable reception area with sofa, counter and back office. Three private treatment rooms with massage beds. One treatment room for pedicures and a further separate treatment room with dual station for nail enhancements. There are communal customer toilets and staff rest area and kitchen being shared by other professional businesses on the property. Business on lease. Ref: 583401

Tuesday, 10 March 2020

SOLD - Woodys Fish & Chips, Monk Bretton, Barnsley

FISH AND CHIPS SHOP in Barnsley

Highly profitable fisheries, RUN TOTALLY BY STAFF due to our clients other business interests. The fish shop is worked over 6 days and shows excellent profit margins. If run properly with working owners, Full training will be given to new owner. This business, will give the new owner a superb living and the lifestyle to go with it. The premises are held on a secure lease, sensible rent and comprise: fully tiled sales shop sporting a 3 pan Hewigo counter frying range, open preparation kitchen, potato rumbling room. First floor store room. BUSY MAIN ROAD SITE. Business on lease. Ref: 557919

Thursday, 5 March 2020

SOLD - Touring Caravan Hire, Gilberdyke

TOURING CARAVAN HIRE Run in the North of England

An opportunity to acquire this highly profitable business that is worked in very easy hours over approximately nine months of the year. The business specialises in renting out touring caravans to the public as well as the events market such as The Yorkshire Show as well as sporting events including Bramham Horse Trails and Burghley Horse Trails. The turnover could be much more of the successful new owner added more caravans. The business can be run from anywhere in the Yorkshire area or beyond. All the caravans have trackers fitted. This is a very easy business to run – the busiest time of the year is June, July, August and Bank Holidays. AN EASY WAY TO EARN YOUR LIVING. Business on lease. Ref: 583186

Wednesday, 4 March 2020

SOLD - Investment Property, Ripon

INVESTMENT PROPERTY in Ripon

Occupying a premier position in a busy part of Ripon. The property comprises of three ground floor commercial units and a first floor flat. The first unit is currently an office occupied by a marketing office on a six month lease, returning £360 per calendar month. Comprising office, large kitchen and toilet. The second unit is let to a chiropodist and is held on an expired lease (they have been there three years), returning £350 per calendar month. Comprising sales shop, treatment room and toilet. The third unit is let to a barbers, returning £300 per calendar month. Comprising sales shop, kitchen and toilet. The first floor flat covers all three shops and comprises three bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, court yard. The property is held on an AST and returns £600 per calendar month. The present tenants have been there for three years. The total rental income is £19,320 per annum – SENSIBLY PRICED FOR SUCH A PRESTIGIOUS LOCATION. Freehold property. Ref: 584827

Tuesday, 3 March 2020

SOLD - Gunness Post Office, Scunthorpe

COMMUNITY POST OFFICE & CONVENIENCE STORE in Scunthorpe

A delightful convenience store with a good community Post Office situated in this lovely residential area. The premises offer spacious retail facilities along with attractive three bedroom family accommodation. The business is worked over seven days, yet it still offers a new owner to add a bake off unit and a good deli counter. A superb, profitable business – a lovely way to earn your living. VIEW EARLY, THIS WILL GO. The premises are freehold and comprise very well fitted, spacious walk round self-service store, Post Office counter. To the rear is the store room / office. Modern fitted kitchen, lounge, three bedrooms (one of the bedrooms has a French door leading onto a sun balcony). Bathroom and shower. Large paved courtyard and garden area. Garage. The premises enjoy the benefit of a gas central heating system. Business & Property. Ref: 582981

Monday, 2 March 2020

SOLD - Tranquility Hair & Beauty, Fulford, York

HAIR AND BEAUTY SALON in York

This is a perfect little establishment in a very select area of York, just a short walk from the ancient city walls. For those seeking a very well established and easily run hair and beauty salon, with an outstanding prominent location and very reasonable overheads, this attractive salon ticks all the boxes. Located on one of the busiest main streets leading to The Barbican Roman Walls, York Castle and Clifford Tower, the salon benefits from a vast amount of passing traffic. This area of York is a very prestigious address where an affluent demographic and top rated schools reside. This makes for a superb catchment area for local businesses. The owner is reluctantly offering up the business for genuine reasons, as he has other business interests he needs to focus on now. Energetic and enterprising new owners could easily build on the existing business by developing the beauty therapy and treatment facet of the business. The premises briefly comprises:- Traditional York brick, through by light, mid-terrace property over ground and first floor. Single- width shop frontage and entry to salon reception and waiting area. Modern, well equipped salon with four cutting / styling stations and one hair backwash sink. Under-stair cupboard for equipment storage. Small, private treatment room. Double doors through to short corridor off which is a kitchenette / staff restroom. Full bathroom and toilet facility including a shower cubicle. There are stairs leading to the first floor which has been utilised in the past for private beauty therapies and tanning, but could conceivably be used as a flat to accommodate a member of staff as there is a kitchenette, bathroom and bedroom. The property has gas central heating throughout and the new heating boiler is a very recent addition. Business on lease. Ref: 584662