Beresford's Restaurant & Bar Lake Road 1,500 SF Retail Building Windermere LA23 2JL $1,643,701 ($1,095.80/SF)

Restaurant and Bar Beresford's is a prominently positioned and well known Lake District restaurant and bar. The freehold sale comprises of the bar and restaurant, separate basement café/bar area as well as two separate two bedroom flats situated above. Alternatively, the restaurant is available to be purchased free of the residential flats at £675,000. The restaurant, which is decorated in a contemporary style, has a large 50 cover dining area and external patio area with seating for a further 20 covers. The basement bar area (which is capable of running separately if desired) seats 30 and is ideal for private functions. The business has been trading for over 21 years being well supported by both tourists and locals to the area, and having a high rating on TripAdvisor. The owner is now looking to retire. For more information please see the dedicated website: BeresfordRestaurantandPub.
Beresford's Restaurant & Bar is prominently positioned on the corner of Lake Road and Beresford Road, on the main road leading from the village centres of Bowness and Windermere. Windermere and Bowness are set in the heart of the picturesque Southern Lake District. The property is located within walking distance of the tourist hotspots of Windermere village and Bowness-on-Windermere, and its many tourist attractions including the World of Beatrix Potter, Windermere Jetty, Museum of Steam Boats and Stories, Brockhole Visitor Centre and the Eastern shores of Lake Windermere.
The ground floor comprises of large entrance hall with steps leading up to the restaurant and bar. Access to the basement bar is via the main entrance. Restaurant/Bar A spacious bar and dining area with open gallery style kitchen. The fully equipped commercial kitchen is a good working size with pot wash area, commercial grade stainless steel work benches, fridges, freezers, fryers, cookers, pizza oven, dishwasher, etc, as well as a full extraction system. Basement Bar Approximately 510sq.ft tastefully decorated and fitted out with a modern oak bar and polished green slate surface. Built-in bench seating, two booth seating areas and separate ladies and gents toilet facilities. The area, which is capable of running separately if desired, seats 30 and is ideal for private functions. In addition there are store rooms and beer cellar on the basement level. Ancillary Area Ladies and gents WC's on both floors with disabled WC on ground floor. Plenty storage. Boiler Room Storage area with sanitary pump station. Services Mains gas, water, drainage and electricity. Both the basement café/bar and restaurant are run on separate boilers.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a trading business with residential accommodation in one of the UK’s most sought-after locations. Above the restaurant, you’ll find two well appointed two bedroom flats. The flats would make ideal owner's / staff accommodation or can be offered as rental properties, further enhancing investment potential. Each flat is priced at £275,000. Flat 1: Craig-y-Don Living Room: 18’ 11” x 18’ (5.77m x 5.49m) Kitchen: 8’ 1” x 6’ 10” (2.46m x 2.08m) Bedroom 1: 11’ 10” x 10’ 4” (3.61m x 3.15m) Bedroom 2: 7’ 10” x 11’ 4” (2.39m x 3.45m) Flat 2 Craig-y-Don Living Room: 18’ x 15’ 4” (5.49m x 4.67m) Kitchen: 18’ x 9’ 6” (5.49m x 2.9m) Bedoom 1: 14’ 5” x 11’ 10” (4.39m x 3.61m) Bedroom 2: 8’ 10” x 5’ 5” (2.69m x 1.65m Services Mains electric, gas, water and drainage. Vaillant gas fired combination boiler providing central heating and hot water. Double glazed windows. (Please note: There is no gas supply or double glazing in Flat 1)
Beresford’s Restaurant & Bar presents an exceptional opportunity for those seeking a well renowned business venture combined with residential prospects. Beresford’s is renowned for its warm hospitality and cuisine, making it a beloved destination for both locals and tourists alike. The restaurant boasts a spacious dining area tastefully decorated to reflect the rustic charm of the Lake District. With its inviting atmosphere and a menu that celebrates locally sourced ingredients, Beresford’s has built a loyal customer base and a stellar reputation. This freehold sale encompasses not only the well established restaurant and bar but also two charming two-bedroom flats situated above, offering a unique blend of commercial and residential potential. Alternatively, the restaurant and bar is available for sale free of the residential flats at a purchase price of £650,000. The site may be of interest to someone wishing to establish a restaurant/bar in a popular tourist area, or an investor looking to expand their portfolio.
The Rateable Value as at 1 April 2023 is £20,000 with the amount payable of £9,800 for 2024/25. Small business rates applicable. Confirmation of actual rates payable can be obtained from the local Authority. Flats: Council Tax: Westmorland and Furness Council - Band C.