Property description
This is an opportunity to expand an existing and successful long term High Street business in a town famed for its character, lifestyle and beautiful surroundings. The substantial 3 bedroom period home also benefits from private garden, patio, outbuildings and parking, accessed by a private drive.
The accommodation, in brief, comprises of good sized kitchen/diner with doors leading onto patio, living/dining room, 3 bedrooms and a well equipped family bathroom. The outside of the property consists of raised patio, an attractive lawned area, outbuildings and parking accessed by a private drive.
The business, known as Wivey Hardware, is in a prime location in the centre of the attractive ex-market town of Wiveliscombe, close to Taunton and 5 miles from the Devon border. The town's amenities include shops for every day needs, post office, doctor's surgery, podiatrist, library, churches, community office, public houses, primary and senior schools. Kingsmead school has had an 'outstanding' OFSTED report this year. There is also a recreation ground with tennis courts and open air swimming pool. The County town of Taunton (11 miles) has fuller facilities and provides access to the motorway network and fast train services to London (from 1hour 40 minutes).
The surrounding area is renowned for its lovely walks and Exmoor National Park, the Brendon Hills and the Quantocks Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are all close to hand.
The business occupies approximately 1100 square feet on the ground floor and is in the form of a fully fitted retail Hardware Store offering a comprehensive mix of house, garden and general D.I.Y goods plus a key cutting service. The business has been operating for many years and 9 years under the current owners. It is well supported by the town, local tradesmen, farmers and surrounding villages - so much so that there has been little effect from the recession. There is also an opportunity to expand the business further. The new owners will be able to purchase the business stock under separate negotiation.
Kitchen/Diner - 14' 11'' x 16' 5'' (4.54m x 5.00m)
Fully fitted kitchen with integrated fridge freezer, gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher and washing machine. Doors lead onto the patio at rear.
Living Room/Dining Room - 21' 11'' x 12' 5'' (6.68m x 3.78m)
Large living/dining room with window to the front.
Cloakroom
Toilet and wash basin. Window to the rear.
Bedroom 1 - 13' 2'' x 10' 6'' (4.01m x 3.20m)
Good sized double room with window to the front.
Bedroom 2 - 10' 6'' x 8' 6'' (3.20m x 2.59m)
Double room with window to the front.
Bedroom 3 - 10' 6'' x 6' 10'' (3.20m x 2.08m)
Single room with window to the front.
Family Bathroom - 9' 8'' x 6' 1'' (2.94m x 1.85m)
Fully equipped family bathroom with bath, shower, WC, basin and window to the rear.
Outside
The outside of the property is accessed from both the property and a private driveway from the rear. There is a raised patio and lawn, both surrounded by mature shrubs and trees, parking and outbuildings.
Property Features :
- ESTABLISHED HIGH STREET STORE
- SPACIOUS AND ATTRACTIVE 3 BEDROOM HOME
- PRIVATE GARDEN, PATIO AND OUTBUILDINGS
- PRIVATE DRIVEWAY AND PARKING
- STRONG LOCAL SUPPORT