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Prime Large Retail Unit In St Ives For Sale

St Ives, Cornwall, UK
Asking Price:
Undisclosed
Turnover:
Undisclosed
Net Profit:
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Rare opportunity to acquire or lease one of the larger retail units in central St Ives, positioned in a highly sought-after trading location directly opposite a major national retailer. Offering excellent visibility and substantial floor space, this property is ideal for established retailers or businesses seeking a flagship presence in a thriving coastal destination.

The unit comprises a traditional retail layout with a generous open-plan sales area, benefiting from strong window frontage and a regular-shaped floorplate that is rarely available within the town. To the rear, the property includes additional storage, a staff room, and toilet facilities, ensuring practical day-to-day operations. Further basement storage is also available, providing valuable extra space for stock or equipment.

Situated on what was historically the town’s main banking street, now an extension of the prime Fore Street retail area, the property enjoys consistent footfall from both locals and tourists. Its proximity to the harbour front, main car parks, and surrounding mix of shops, galleries, cafes, and restaurants makes it a prime commercial location with year-round trading potential.

The premises fall under Use Class E, allowing for a wide range of uses including retail, offices, and café concepts. Available either on a new lease with flexible terms or as a long leasehold purchase with over 970 years remaining, this is a standout opportunity in one of Cornwall’s most desirable retail markets.

Enquire now to secure this exceptional retail space in St Ives.

Property Information

Property:

Leasehold

Lease Terms:

A new occupational lease is available on proportional full repairing and insuring terms inside the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. The length of the lease is flexible dependent on the tenant’s requirements. We believe the property can be used for all uses within Use Class E of the Town and Country (Use Classes) Order 1987, as amended including retail, offices including estate agents and café.

Leasehold Rent:

£30,000 per annum

Location:

St Ives is one of the most characterful and busiest resorts in the South West. The quaint harbour town is extremely popular during the summer season but also benefits from tourist trade throughout the year due largely to the Tate Gallery and its links with the artist community. The town is highly sought after by National, Regional and Local retailers and there are numerous respected restaurants, bistros and cafes.

Premises Details:

Ground floor retail unit with large open-plan sales area, rear storage, staff room, WC facilities, and additional basement storage accessed via internal hatch and staircase.

Size:
Sales Area: 82.0 m² (882 ft²)
Rear Storage: 20.0 m² (215 ft²)
Additional basement storage

Size in square feet:
1097 sqft
Planning Consent:

Suitable for Use Class E (retail, office, café – subject to confirmation).

Business Operation

Expansion Potential:

Large floorplate allows for flexible retail layouts, product expansion, or potential multi-use configuration.

Competition / Market:

Located within a prime retail area alongside national brands and independent businesses, benefiting from high footfall and strong tourist demand.

Trading hours:

Flexible, subject to lease terms