Kings Head, Front St, IP12

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Key Points

Summary

Freehold character public house located in the heart of the Suffolk coastal village of Orford with 3 en-suite letting rooms

Description

The building is a two storey above basement detached property. Elevations are of painted rendered brick beneath a multi-pitched tiled roof.
Externally there is a gravel beer garden to the front of the property with seating for approximately 75 customers. There is a gravel car park to the rear for approximately 10 vehicles. The property has two outbuildings, both former barns. The first is adjacent to the main building (traded as a cafe). The second is a smaller single storey barn, used for storage.

Location

The Kings Head is located in the heart of the village of Orford, within the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Known as one of the most attractive and traditional villages on the Suffolk Coast, Orford has many historical buildings with the most famous being Orford Castle (0.1 miles east) and St Bartholomew's Church (adjacent). The picturesque Orford Quay (0.4 miles south) offers cruises on the River Alde. The immediate area also comprises typical residential cottages and houses, independent retailers all around the Market Hill open car park spaces.

The property is located approximately 9.2 miles south of Saxmunden Train Station, 25 miles north of Felixstowe and south of Southwold.

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The accommodation comprises the following areas:

Internal Accommodation

Ground Floor: The property comprises a dual room customer area (c.28 covers) and a dining area (c.45 covers), customer WCs, trade kitchen stores and one en-suite staff bedroom.
First Floor: The first floor provides three en-suite letting bedrooms together with disused living accommodation comprising one bedroom, living room and bathroom.
A basement level is a cellar and stores.

The Business

The Kings Head trades as a tenanted pub and restaurant business. By mutual arrangement between the freeholder and the tenant, we understand the business will remain trading for the foreseeable future until sale.
The business' website describes The Kings Head as being "in the heart of the pretty village of Orford and an ideal base from which to explore the surrounding area which is rich in history and wildlife. With stunning walks and a beautiful coastline on our doorstep, the choice of attractions and pursuits are countless. "

Planning

The property is Grade II Listed and located in a Conservation Area and AONB. The local authority is East Suffolk District Council.

Energy Performance Certificate & Services

An updated EPC is pending. We understand the property is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage. The central heating system is fuelled by oil.

Rateable Value

The property is entered on the 2023 Ratings List with a Rateable Value of £27,500. This is not the rates payable. Please visit voa.gov.uk for more information.

Premise Licence

The property benefits from a premises licence granted by East Suffolk District Council which permits various activities including the sale of alcohol
11:00 - 00:00 Sunday to Thursday and 11:00 - 01:00 Friday to Saturday.

Tenure

Freehold.

Terms

Freehold guide £525,000 plus VAT. The property will be sold with vacant possession upon completion. All fixtures and fittings which are owned outright by the vendor will be included, with the exception of branded items and signage. Stock may need to be purchased in addition at valuation on completion of a sale.

VAT

We anticipate VAT will be applicable.

Viewings

Please check the property's website for opening hours. We recommend a visit the the locality and the property for a discreet customer viewings in the first instance before a formal viewing. Please do not approach the business or staff directly. All enquiries should be directed to the sole selling agents, Savills.