The Barge Inn Honeystreet, Near Pewsey, Wiltshire SN9 5PS Licensed Leisure
The Barge Inn Honeystreet, Near Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5PS Freehold - OIEO 900,000 Character pub with attractive, canal side beer garden Open plan trading area with circa 60 covers Newly constructed, open plan, oak barn (circa 3,500sq.ft GIA) One acre camping & caravan site Opportunity to create letting rooms, destination free-house/venue Licensed Leisure
Location The Barge Inn is situated on the banks of the Kennet & Avon canal in the picturesque hamlet of Honeystreet in the Vale of Pewsey in Wiltshire, approximately 8 miles east of Devizes, 5 miles west of Pewsey and 8 miles south west of Marlborough. The surrounding landscape contains burial mounds, ancient settlements and other sites of archaeological interest. From the canal side beer garden to the front of the pub there are attractive views across open countryside to the Alton Barnes White Horse which is a chalk carving on nearby Milk Hill that faces the pub. The immediate and surrounding area is well known for crop circles which attract large numbers of visitors to the area each year. Description The Barge Inn is a 3-storey Grade II Listed property originally built, we believe, in the early 1800 s. To the front of the pub is the canalside beer garden with bench and table seating and in excess of 35 parking spaces. To the rear of the pub and barn is a camp-site with a new toilet and shower block, that has recently been built for the 2016 season. Our client has also received planning permission to build a small observatory in part of the campsite, further details are available upon request. Adjoining the pub is a substantial newly constructed oak barn, part of which has recently been used as an art space, however in our opinion this open plan space offers potential for a variety of flexible uses (STP). Along with local customers and drive out diners, much of the business comes from boaters, walkers, cyclists, campers, crop circle enthusiasts, day visitors and tourists. An inspection of the property is highly recommended to appreciate it in full including its attractive setting adjoining the canal and the surrounding countryside.
Accommodation Internally, the open plan trade areas comprise of a public bar with two separate dining areas (one of which is the crop circle room with its famous ceiling mural painted by artist Vince Palmer) providing circa 60 covers. On the 1st floor there are 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an office, whilst on the 2nd floor there are 3 further rooms. The ancillary areas are located in the lower ground floor and include customer WC s, a catering kitchen, separate wash up area, store room and a beer cellar. The camp-site is licensed for ten touring caravans and can accommodate approximately 50 tents. The barn has planning consent for uses ancillary to the public house and in our opinion, could be converted to a letting accommodation block with circa 10 en suite rooms, alternatively the barn could suit a variety of other potential uses (STP). Fixtures & Fittings We understand that all fixtures and fittings owned outright by our client will be included as part of the sale price (excludes stock at valuation). Tenure Tenure The premises are held on a freehold basis. The barn and camp-site are available with vacant possession on completion. The pub is currently let on a short tenancy, outside of the Landlord and Tenant Act PII (please enquire to discuss vacant possession). Rating The subject property is listed in the 2010 Rating List with a Rateable Value 31,000. The National Multiplier for England and Wales for 2016/17 is 0.497. Planning We understand the premises benefits from Class A4 (Public House) Use. Energy Performance The subject property has a C (69) rating. The EPC will be provided to seriously interested parties upon request.
Price The freehold interest in the whole is available and offers are invited in excess of 900,000. Alternatively our client will consider selling the pub, beer garden and car-park on its own, excluding the barn & camp-site, at a guide price of 550,000. Prices quoted may be subject to VAT provisions. Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills or their joint agents Davis Coffer Lyons. Important Notice Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Adam Bullas abullas@savills.com 023 8071 3957 James Greenlees jgreenlees@savills.com 023 8071 3986 Keith Goodwin kgoodwin@dcl.co.uk 020 7299 0706 Paul Tallentyre ptallentyre@dcl.co.uk 020 7299 0740