Commercial Property Details
£650,000
North Street, Ashburton
- Long Established Delicatessen
- Prime Trading Position
- Busy Dartmoor Gateway Town
- Three Bedroom Accommodation
- Stone Barn
- Freehold Going Concern
Ashburton Delicatessen has been established many years and in the present ownership since 2012 during which time the deli has won Gold Awards every year from Taste of the West, as well as twice winning the TOTW Best Retailer in the South West which covers 7 Counties. There have also been several awards from Food and Drink Devon and Food Magazine. The deli has a very strong customer base and a consistent sales turnover. It is now available due to the pending retirement of owner/partner Sue Hudson who has led an enthusiastic and experienced team. In more recent years Sue has taken a step back from the day to day running of the business.
The delicatessen is a spacious shop fronting the main street and selling a large and varied range of mouth watering quality foods and goods. It would be ideal for a couple to run which would reduce the staff overheads considerably, or could suit an owner seeking a more hands-off approach with the continuation of the staff of four plus two Saturday workers.
An excellent addition to the premises/business was a stone barn at the rear purchased in 2021 and providing convenient high quality storage. The barn offers potential for alternative uses such as residential or a studio space, subject to the required consents.
The residential accommodation is arranged on the upper two floors and is well appointed with an excellent kitchen with granite work tops, modern gas central heating, three bedrooms and a bathroom and a shower room. The accommodation is currently let (details available on request) or could suit an owner occupier.
Ashburton is a thriving and busy town which supports many outlying rural communities as well as attracting thousands of visitors each year as a gateway to Dartmoor. It has gained a notable reputation as a destination for foodies and is home to the internationally renowned Ashburton Cookery School. The town enjoys excellent communications via the nearby A38 Expressway to the two Devon cities of Plymouth and Exeter, where the road joins the motorway network.
All in all the sale represents a great opportunity to acquire a well-loved business with excellent reputation in what is arguably the best trading position in Ashburton.
Tenure: Freehold
Shop Sales Area
45’6’’ overall depth x 11’6’’ widening to 13’8’’ towards the rear. Timber and glazed entry doors from North Street and window display frontage to North Street with canopy. Natural wood floor boards. Extensive built-in floor to ceiling shelving against both side walls. 17’8’’ refrigerated counter serving cabinet. Under stair storage cupboard in rear shop area and door to..
Rear Lobby
With external side door to Foales Court pedestrian access lane. Staircase to the first floor accommodation. Door to..
Store/Still Room
23’ x 8’6’’ narrowing to around 5’. Stainless steel sink and preparation area. Refrigerator units and ovens. Velux roof window. External side delivery door.
Office
First Floor Office 8’6’’ x 6’6’’ sash side window. Telephone point. Storage cupboard.Door to
STAFF CLOAKROOM/WC with white WC and pedestal basin. Wall mounted gas fired combi boiler.
STAFF CLOAKROOM/WC with white WC and pedestal basin. Wall mounted gas fired combi boiler.
Barn
Attached to the rear of the building with access from Foales Court. Ground Floor 18' x 9'8" with white wipe-clean wall coverings. Electric power points and LED lighting. Metal staircase to the Upper Floor 14'10'' x 9'8" Two windows. Electric power points and LED lighting. Shelving units.
Living Accommodation
KITCHEN/DINER 18’6’’ x 9’8’’ range of cream coloured shaker-style units with polished granite work tops and two Belfast-style sinks. Two built-in Zanussi stainless steel electric fan ovens and Neff five burner hob with stainless steel hood over. Baumatic stainless steel barbecue. Plumbing for dishwasher. Three side windows. Radiator. Oak flooring. Understair storage cupboard. Ceiling spotlights. Walk-through to..
LIVING ROOM 16’3’’ x 12’4’’ sash window to North Street. Attractive fireplace surround with living flame coal effect gas fire. TV corner display plinth and cabinet with cupboard over. Picture rail. Radiator. Oak flooring.
Second Floor
LANDING wood finish laminate flooring.
BEDROOM 1 13’6’’ x 12’7’’ sash window to rear aspect with pleasant outlook over neighbouring roof tops. Wood finish laminate flooring. Radiator. Ceiling spotlights. Excellent built-in wardrobes and storage cupboards.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM with white suite of large shower cubicle. Pedestal wash basin and WC. Roof window.
BEDROOM 2 12’10’’ x 12’5’’ with sash window overlooking North Street. Excellent built-in wardrobes/storage cupboards. Radiator. Cast-iron fireplace surround.
LOBBY AREA with built-in storage cupboards. Door to bathroom.
BEDROOM 3 9’ x 6’7’’ with wood finish laminate flooring. Radiator. Roof window.
BATHROOM with white suite of ¾ bath with mixer shower tap. Pedestal wash basin and WC. Extractor. Corner shelved storage unit.
The Business
OPENING HOURS Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm. No Sunday trading.
STAFF The business is at present operated by two full-time staff, two part-time (4 days each) and two Saturday staff (under 18).
ACCOUNTS Accounts will be made available to bona fide applicants who have viewed the property.
TRADE FIXTURES AND FITTINGS A summary of the main trade fixtures is available on request.
STOCK Stock will be available to purchase at valuation and we are advised is usually in the region of £20,000 to £25,000.
General Information
Business Rates - £8900
Council Tax - Band A
Services - All mains services connected
Council Tax - Band A
Services - All mains services connected
EPC Ratings
Non-Domestic - Band B
Domestic - Band E
Domestic - Band E
Map
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of these details, it should be noted that the measurements are approximate only. Floorplans are for representation purposes only and prepared according to the RICS Code of Measuring Practice by our floorplan provider. Therefore, the layout of doors, windows and rooms are approximate and should be regarded as such by any prospective purchaser. Any internal photographs are intended as a guide only and it should not be assumed that any of the furniture/fittings are included in any sale. Where shown, details of lease, ground rent and service charge are provided by the vendor and their accuracy cannot be guaranteed, as the information may not have been verified and further checks should be made either through your solicitor/conveyance. Where appliances, including central heating, are mentioned, it cannot be assumed that they are in working order, as they have not been tested. Please also note that wiring, plumbing and drains have not been checked.