Property description

THE BUSINESS

Classic Country Pub from which you can see the sea.

Now offered for sale the well known freehold, freehouse The Blacksmiths Arms.

Situated in an elevated position on the Calbourne Road the pub enjoys panoramic views across the surrounding countryside to the sea and mainland beyond.

Catering for 100 covers inside the pub with a further 100 outside the Blacksmiths Arms offers food all day, specialising in seafood. Opening hours are usually between 11 am until evening closing.

THE PREMISES

The building dates from 1590 and retains much of its character.

Internally seating is arranged in four areas: the new restaurant, the main pub, the top bar and the snug. The top bar has an entrance from the front of the pub and features a flagstone floor and wood burning stove. There is a further entrance from the upper car park. Drinks are served from both the top and the main bar which are fitted out with a range of optics and beer pumps.

The main part of the pub and the new restaurant has extensive views. The wonderful views can also be enjoyed from the outside seating areas and there is an outside children’s play area.

There is existing planning permission for an outside smoking shelter.

Car parking is available in an upper and lower car park.

Excellent sized kitchen with a wide range of commercial catering equipment. Washing up, preparation and cooking areas. Store rooms with walk in chiller and freezer. Cooking is by Calor gas.

CELLAR

Owners 2/3 bedroom accommodation with lounge, bedroom and bathroom on first floor and two interconnected attic rooms reached via a staircase from the lounge.

The current owners have run the business for the last 11 years and are now looking to retire.

The business employs in the region of 14 staff the majority of which, including the chef, are full time.

Recent years have seen the addition of the new restaurant and general upgrading including replacement of the flat roofs and an overhaul of the main roof.

Accounts will be available to bona fide applicants.

A rare opportunity to acquire a freehold free house completely free of tie with an emphasis on good food, particularly seafood.

Property Features :

• Popular Country Pub
• Freehold Freehouse
• Owners Accommodation