Retail to let

DESCRIPTION
The property comprises two adjoining buildings together with a concrete forecourt and rear
secure yard accessed off Little Green.
The lefthand building has rendered elevations under a pitched tiled roof, accessed via a powered roller shutter door to the front (behind external timber doors), with a further powered roller shutter door and pedestrian door to the rear.
The specification of the premises includes:
Suspended ceiling
Surface mounted fluorescent lighting
Security shutters to all windows
Electric wall heaters
CCTV and intruder alarm
Interlocking heavy duty tile garage floor covering.
Stainless steel double sink and drainer
A toilet adjoins the staircase to the first floor which provides attic storage.
The righthand single storey flat roof building has timber cladding and UPVC windows and entrance to the front elevation and offers an open plan area, a large kitchen, two further rooms and toilet facilities. Lighting and power points are provided.
The forecourt provides parking and loading facilities although it should be noted that the far righthand area adjoining the neighbouring house is excluded and a neighbouring property also has the right to park one vehicle within the curtilage of the property, the location of which can be varied by the landlord.
The rear yard is accessed via double gates off Little Green and also includes an open ended lean-to structure under a corrugated steel roof.
LOCATION
Earl Soham is a small village situated on the A1120, which provides access to the A12 at Yoxford, just over 12 miles to the east and the A14 & A140 at Earl Stonham, 8 miles to the west. Framlingham is under 4 miles to the east and the county town of Ipswich is about 14.4 miles to the south.
The property occupies a prominent position in the centre of the village overlooking the village green.
ACCOMMODATION
[Approximate Gross Internal Floor Areas]
The property provides the following approximate floor areas:-
Lefthand Unit: 1,375 sq ft [127.71 sq m] approx.
Loft Area: 498 sq ft [46.29 sq m] approx.
Righthand Unit: 1,011 sq ft [93.88 sq m] approx.
Lean To: 390 sq ft [36.28 sq m] approx.
TOTAL: 3,274 sq ft [304.16 sq m] approx. 
ALTERNATIVE USES
The property has previously been used for various uses including a micro brewery, delicatessen, post office, offices and for the storage of motor vehicles. It is considered suitable for a variety of alternative commercial uses, subject to planning and all interested parties should make their own enquiries with the local planning authority.
BUSINESS RATES
The property is currently assessed as follows:
Rateable Value: £11,500 Rates Payable (2026/27): £4,968 pa
The premises may be subject to reassessment depending upon their future use. The rates payable referred to above are based upon the Small Business non RHL multiplier of 43.2 pence although the future tenant may benefit from Small Business Rate Relief of up to 100%.
SERVICES
The property has a three phase mains electricity supply and is connected to mains water and drainage.
We have not tested any of the services and all interested parties should rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant utility companies in connection with the availability and capacity of all those serving the property including IT and telecommunications.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
East Suffolk Council
East Suffolk House
Station Road
Woodbridge, Suffolk
IP12 1RT
Tel: 0333 016 2000
 
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE [EPC]
TBC.
TERMS
The property is available on a new business lease upon terms to be agreed and at an initial rent of £18,000 per annum exclusive. The property is currently VAT exempt.
LEGAL COSTS
Each party will bear their own legal costs.
ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require Fenn Wright to verify the identity, private residence and source of funds (where applicable) of prospective purchasers and tenants prior to solicitors being instructed. An administration fee is payable, and further details are available upon request.