Key Points

Summary

PROMINENT PUBLIC HOUSE WITH ALTERNATIVE & MIXED-USE POTENTIAL

Description

The building comprises a particularly attractive bay-windowed three storey plus basement Regency building, benefitting from a number of original features throughout. The ground floor offers a well sized and proportioned horseshoe shaped bar and seating area whilst a large, part naturally lit, basement provides WC facilities along with storage, a kitchen area and cellarage. The two upper floors are currently laid out as residential accommodation and there are sea views across local rooftops from some rear windows with potential to add further windows providing sea views, subject to consents. To the front of the property and included in the freehold ownership, is a mosaic forecourt area providing the opportunity for ample outside seating possibly off-road parking, as permitted.

Location

The property is well located within the popular and aspirational Montpelier suburb of Brighton, partway between the centres of Brighton and Hove. The locale was originally developed in the mid-19th Century and comprises mainly stucco-clad terraced housing and period villas, the property being located within the Montpelier & Clifton Hill Conservation Area.

Promo

FOR SALE

Planning

We understand that the property has been used as a public house (Class A4) for many years. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Brighton & Hove City Council planning department should they have any queries regarding their proposed use. We understand that the property is a Grade II Listed Building and situated within a Conservation Area.

Business Rates & Council Tax

Rateable Value (2017) £26,400. Domestic accommodation Council Tax Band D.

Licensing

A Premises Licence is in place. This was reviewed in late 2020. For further details, please contact the Licensing Department of Brighton & Hove City council.

Services

We are informed that the property benefits from all mains services.

EPC

The property has an EPC rating of D.

Tenure

Freehold with vacant possession.