The premises comprise a detached part two-storey timber-framed barn with external single storey stores and substantial yard/car park. The Barn provides ground floor showroom, W.C and kitchenette with stairs leading to the mezzanine. The front of the barn has full height glazing overlooking the Cuckmere and fronts the main road. Externally there is a staircase to a separate first-floor office. Opposite the barn is a large car park/yard area comprising hard standing and external stores. Access to the yard is via the Friston Forest car park off Litlington Road.
The premises had been previously used as a bike hire centre for over 20 years.
Location
The premises are located on the northern side of East Dean Road on the A259 within 100 yards of the junction with Litlington Road and opposite Exceat in the heart of the Seven Sisters which forms part of the South Downs National Park. Exceat is approximately 5 miles west of Eastbourne and 1 mile east of Seaford abutting Friston Forest. The area is well used and serviced by various leisure activities including water-based kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking and mountain biking.
Tenure
The 125-year long leasehold interest dated 21st March 1993 is available for sale. A copy of the lease is available on request.
Price
Offers are invited in the region of £185,000 for the long leasehold interest.
Accommodation
Area Sq ft Sq m
Showroom 543 50.4
Offices & Stores 408 37.9
External Stores 426 39.6
Rates
According to the Valuation Office Agency website the premises are described as:
Showroom and premises
Rateable Value: £6,100
Payable for the year ending 31st March 2019 = £2,897.50
100% small business relief available, subject to the status of the tenant. It is advised that you contact the Local Rating Authority for
confirmation of the actual amount payable.
VAT
VAT may be chargeable on the terms quoted.
Legal Costs
Each party is responsible for their own fees.
Amenities
• Mains Water
• Large yard/ car park
• Offices
• Main Road Frontage
• Mains Electric
• Attractive exposed timber frame
• W.C.
Viewing
For further information, email details or to arrange an inspection, please contact the agents:
Simon Hunt Mike Tingley
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Subject to contract sh/hc/09/18
Listed Features
- Exposed Beams
- Kitchen
- Multiple floors
- Office
- Parking
- Storage