LEASEHOLD BUSINESS FOR SALE

THE BOAT INN, ERBISTROCK, WREXHAM. LL13 0DL

17th Century riverside public house and destination dining venue. Character,

interconnecting trading areas, conservatory, dining room and large function suite.

Within beautiful Conservation Area countryside with outstanding riverside gardens and

terrace. Ample parking.

Established and profitable business and free of tie lease on sensible terms from private

landlord.

VIEWING – Celt Rowlands & Co.: 01691 659659 oswestry@celtrowlands.com and

Sidney Phillips: 01981 250333 sales@sidneyphillips.co.uk

LOCATION The village of Erbistock sits on the banks of the River Dee, within a designated Conservation Area due to the beautiful surrounding countryside and a number of buildings with historical importance, one of which being The Boat Inn. The village has good road communications, being close to the intersection of the A539 and A528, which links easily to the A483. Despite its rural location, it is within motoring distance of the towns of Wrexham (5 miles), Llangollen (12 miles), Whitchurch (14 miles), Chester (19 miles), Shrewsbury (23 miles) and only 3 miles from the busy Bangor on Dee racetrack. The Boat Inn is a Grade II Listed property of immense character that appears to be constructed of stone under a pitched slated tiled roof to the main, and the original building is reputed to date from the 17th Century and takes its name from the hand operated chain ferry which once crossed the river at this point. The property is split into two sections with the original traditional ‘Olde Worde’ public house housing three interconnecting trade areas. The later extension to the rear houses a large conservatory dining room and a function suite. It also has the benefit of a separate owners dwelling being a detached three bedroom house in an elevated position on the site overlooking the adjacent river and countryside.

Over time the Boat has established itself as a popular dining venue destination, attracting people to this secluded and stunning location perched on the banks of the River Dee. Since our client purchased the business in 2011 they have continually invested in the fabric and furnishing of the building to provide a quality trading environment. Despite its success, our client has decided it is time to retire and would like to offer the opportunity to purchase this well established business in quite an outstanding beauty spot. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Main Entrance to Three Interconnecting Trade Areas on stepped levels of immense character throughout. The main section having a stone flagged floor with exposed wood beamed walls and ceiling, large inglenook fireplace with open fire and former bread oven, wood panel fronted bar counter, loose tables and chairs for approximately 10 customers. The middle section has exposed stripped wooden floor, heaving beamed ceiling feature fireplace having brick surround, wooden fronted bar counter from servery, fixed bench and loose seating for 15 customers, steps down to the:- Lower section with flagstone and earthenware tiled floor, heavily beamed ceiling, fireplace having stone surround and a mixture of dining chairs and tables for around 20 customers.

Large Catering Kitchen having non-slip flooring with a good selection of commercial catering effects and equipment appointed to a high standard, large Walk-In Chiller and Storeroom. Basement Keg cellar. Conservatory, Function Room and Function Suite The Conservatory and Dining Room are of an excellent size and having stripped wooden flooring, partially wood panel and exposed stone walls, glazed roof and façade offering outstanding views of the river, dining chairs and tables for approximately 20 customers. Function Room of good size with stripped wooden flooring, exposed stone and partially wood panelled walls, heavily beamed vaulted ceiling, dining chairs and tables for approximately 50 customers. Independent Bar Servery and Ladies and Gents WCs.

First Floor Restaurant with carpeted flooring, partially exposed brick walls and heavily beamed ceiling, feature open fireplace, seating for 24 customers, Ladies and Gents WCs, Office and Storeroom. External staircase to Apartment consisting of Lounge, Bedroom, Kitchen and Bathroom. Externally A feature of The Boat Inn are the riverside lawned gardens and seating terrace which provides an outstanding location overlooking the River Dee. In total it provides bench seating for approximately 80 customers, with ample room for many more if required. In addition to the riverside garden, the building enjoys a large car parking area for approximately 40 vehicles, and with access to a 4 acre field with overspill car park for a large number of vehicles.

DETACHED OWNER’S DWELLING To the rear of the site, in an elevated position and with outstanding views of the river and countryside, is the owner’s private dwelling, being of modern construction and providing the following accommodation:- Ground Floor: Lounge, Kitchen and Diner. First Floor: Three Double Bedrooms and Bathroom. Outside: Private parking at the side for four vehicles and two section terraced garden to the front and side.

THE BUSINESS The business trades as a destination dining and function venue, being well regarded within the wider area and attracting a large number of clientele throughout the year. However, as expected, it is busier during the warmer months when customers can enjoy the outstanding, outside areas. Under our client’s tenure, the business has consistently achieved sales inclusive of VAT between £10,000 and £12,000 per week/ Accounting information will be provided to all seriously interested parties post viewing the premises and meeting the vendor. A Premises Licence is held. TENURE AND PRICING Leasehold: £125,000 to include fixtures, fittings and goodwill for the remainder of an 18 year full repairing and insuring lease that began in 2011. The current rent is £25,000 p.a. exclusive of VAT and is to be reviewed every five years throughout the term. Free of tie. Stock at valuation in addition. BUSINESS RATES We understand from viewing the Valuation Office Agency web site that the estimated Rateable Value for 2018 is £25,500. Interested parties should contact the Local Authority to establish the current rates payable, as we believe concessions may apply. EPC RATING ‘D – 89’.