AJF Commercial Business Sales are pleased to welcome to the market this extremely busy, hugely popular and highly recommended tea rooms for sale with 2 bedroom living accommodation perfectly located within the historic centre of the stunning picturesque tourist village of Hawkshead, Lake District, Cumbria.

Location:

Hawkshead is a beautiful and historic unspoiled village in the heart of the stunning Lake District, an area of outstanding natural beauty and being in the centre of the Lake District, it is an ideal central location for attracting visitors and tourists to Cumbria.

In the village you will find the most wonderful gift shops, outdoor clothing and unique individual shops, cafes, Sarah Nelson’s Gingerbread shop, hotels and bars all surrounded by residential housing.

The village is extremely popular and attracts tourists and coach parties from around the world and is a busy and highly visited place throughout the year.

Hawskhead is just off the A593 arterial road, just a few minutes’ drive away from the busy A591 road connecting to the M6 motorway.

The business draws a large amount of passing trade from local residents and the large number of tourists and holiday makers wanting to explore the beautiful countryside and lakes within the highly popular Lake District.

Throughout the town, visitors will find ample car parking within a large public car park.

Business:

The business is run and managed by our clients and trades from a beautiful Grade II listed 15th Century building, boasting many original features throughout.

This extremely busy and highly recommended stunning business known as ‘Minstrels Gallery Tea Room’ has been in the careful hands of our client for many years, and over this time have gained a fantastic reputation with tourists, holiday lets and locals with much loyal and repeat trade.

The business has an enviable and excellent reputation for providing a range of exclusive homemade hot and cold food which briefly comprises: breakfast items, lunches, sandwiches, toasties, soups, afternoon teas, a vast range of homemade scones, cakes and a large range of specialist teas and coffees.

All dietary requirements are catered for and there is a wonderful choice of vegan and vegetarian dishes with multiple gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian options available.

Throughout the day, customers can enjoy dining inside within a beautifully decorated eating area with York stone flooring and wooden beams which oozes character of this 15th Century building.

Inside there is a range of tables and chairs and bench seating for approximately 28 covers.

Customers can also enjoy an outside dining experience with further seating for approximately 28 covers with views over the cobbled village square.

The business is highly active online with a website in place providing a wealth of information about the business.

The business also has excellent reviews on Trip Advisor and thrives from loyal and repeat trade.

All fixtures and fittings are included in the sale and the business is in ‘walk-in start trading’ condition which is a credit to our client.

Note: The extremely healthy turnover could be further increased with the option to open up into a bistro restaurant in the evenings or extending the current tea room hours.

Premises:

Highly visible fantastic trading position within the heart of The Square.

Outside patio with tables, chairs surrounded with plants and shrubs and views towards the village square and mountains.

Public car parking for guests within the centre of the village.

Entrance door leading from the main street into good sized tea room with a range of tables and chairs and beautiful Georgian Oak staircase leading up to owners accommodation.

Cards and gifts display area.

Serving counter with cake display stand, plenty of under counter storage, Bean to cup coffee machine, 2 x bean grinders, fridge, freezers, ice cream fridge, coffee syrup display area, cash till and telephone point.

A good range of shelving and storage areas for utensils and crockery.

Door leading to rear Kitchen & preparation area with a range of appliances, some of which include: toastie press, commercial sink, flat plate, grill, microwave, panini makers, oven and hob.

There are plenty storage areas and stainless steel worktop preparation areas.

Dry food store pantry with shelving.

Separate wash up area with sink and handwash sink.

First Floor Owners Separate Accommodation:

Beautiful oak staircase leading from lower ground floor to landing.

2 x large double Bedrooms.

Good sized lounge area with views over the village square.

Fully fitted kitchen and dining area with a range of appliances some of which include: fridge freezer, microwave, electric oven and gas hob with plenty wall and base storage units.

Large family bathroom with W/C, handwash sink, over bath shower, and large pear shape bath.

Good sized store room.

All rooms have been tastefully decorated which is a credit to our client.

Reason for sale:

The business in now available for sale allowing our clients to take a well-deserved retirement.

Tenure:

We are advised that the tenure is Leasehold.

Rates:

We are advised that the business is currently exempt from Business Rates

Staff:

The business is run by our client and partner.

Opening Hours:

Monday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Tuesday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Wednesday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Saturday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Sunday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Financial Information:

Turnover – Available on request.

Summary:

This is an absolutely fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to ‘live and work’ in the stunning Lake District with the option to buy an established and well-respected business in the most idyllic location, giving a lifestyle change of opportunity and investment in one of the most beautiful village settings in Cumbria.

This business is a credit to our client and is walk in / start trading condition and must be viewed to appreciate the outstanding dedication and passion our clients have put into the business, coupled with the fantastic reviews and with much loyal and repeat trade this is certainly not one to be missed.

Therefore, AJF Commercial Business Sales strongly recommend early discussions to view.

Contact Details:

If you would like to contact us to discuss the business in further detail or to arrange a viewing, you can by the following methods:

Telephone – 01204 325 101

Email – enquiries@ajfcommercial.co.uk

Website – www.ajfcommercial.co.uk

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