Freehold or Leasehold Public House Located In South Yorkshire. 2 Bedroom Owner’s Accommodation. Strong Food-Led Reputation. Independent Free House.
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire either the freehold interest or the leasehold going concern of this beautifully restored Bar & Restaurant, occupying a prominent position in a highly desirable village in South Yorkshire.
Believed to date back in excess of 300 years, this historic property is one of the village's most recognisable and characterful buildings. Having stood at the heart of the local community for centuries, the property successfully blends period charm with modern trading facilities, creating a destination venue that enjoys an outstanding reputation for quality food, excellent service and a welcoming atmosphere.
The property underwent a comprehensive refurbishment in 2020 at a cost of in excess of £500,000, transforming the business into the impressive venue seen today. More recently, the current owner has invested a further £120,000 over the past two months, installing brand-new commercial catering equipment, carrying out extensive internal redecoration and completely refurbishing the spacious two-bedroom owner's accommodation, including the installation of a brand-new fitted kitchen. As a result, the property is presented to an exceptional standard throughout, allowing a purchaser to continue trading immediately without the need for further capital expenditure.
The Bar & Restaurant has firmly established itself as one of the area's leading food-led destination venues, with approximately 70% of turnover generated from food sales. The restaurant comfortably accommodates around 60 diners, whilst the business consistently serves in excess of 100 covers every Sunday, demonstrating the strength of its reputation and loyal customer following.
The business is currently generating an average weekly turnover of approximately £12,000, with sales continuing to increase week on week. Trade is derived from a balanced mix of loyal local residents together with customers travelling from across South Yorkshire and the surrounding areas, attracted by the quality of the food, welcoming atmosphere and attractive village setting.
The business is operated on an owner-managed basis and is supported by an experienced and dedicated team comprising three full-time and ten part-time members of staff, ensuring the business continues to operate smoothly whilst providing an excellent platform for future growth.
The owner is only bringing this outstanding opportunity to market due to unexpected and recent health issues, making this a genuinely reluctant sale. This presents a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, profitable business with significant recent investment, increasing turnover and an enviable reputation, all without the purchaser needing to undertake further refurbishment or repositioning.
Opportunities to acquire a freehold Bar & Restaurant of this calibre, with substantial recent investment, beautifully presented owner's accommodation, strong financial performance and considerable future potential, rarely become available. Early viewing is therefore strongly recommended to fully appreciate everything this exceptional business has to offer.
