The main part of the property dates back to the circa mid-20th century with a mock-Tudor façade, which until recently has been operating as a hotel (C1) and wedding venue. The property has been extended over time, with the most recent being a first-floor rear extension in 2011 and a subsequent single storey extension to the rear. To the rear of the main building is a large extension that provides a function room and wedding accommodation.
Location
Located on the edge of Tenterden; a small town located in the Ashford district of Kent.
The property is situated approximately 1.5 miles from the main High Street, where amenities include Waitrose, Tesco, Boots and Waterstones amongst a range of independent boutiques and pubs. The town is surrounded by the Kent countryside, with the popular Chapel Down vineyard approximately 4 miles away. The property is located approximately 12 miles south-west of Ashford and 11 miles north of Rye.
Accommodation
The plot is L-shaped and covers 0.956 acres; including the hotel, gardens and a large car-park to the rear. Access is from the A28 into a small car-parking area at the front of the property.
The property comprises 16 en-suite bedrooms, a bar and restaurant and extends to approximately 10,634 sq. ft.
The property benefits from a large in and out driveway at the front of the property and an access road along one side of the property providing access to the rear.
Terms
Planning - We have assumed that the property benefits from Planning Permission under use class C1, however buyers should make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves.
Redevelopment - The property presents significant redevelopment prospects and would lend itself to a range of alternative uses subject to obtaining the relevant planning permissions and licencing. All parties are required to undertake their own due diligence and take appropriate professional advice around the suitability and requirements for redevelopment.
Tenure - TT108255 (Freehold)
Services - Sale on behalf of Receivers, buyers should make their own enquiries regarding services.
EPC - The property has an EPC rating of C.
VAT - The VAT position is to be confirmed.
Legal Costs - Each party to be responsible for their own costs incurred in the transaction.
Anti-Money Laundering - To comply with our legal responsibilities for Anti-Money Laundering, it will be necessary for the successful bidder to provide information necessary to complete these checks before the deal is exchanged.
Information required will include:
1) Corporate structure and ownership details.
2) Identification and verification of ultimate beneficial owners.
3) Satisfactory proof of the source of funds for the Buyers/funders/lessee.
Sale by Receivers - The property is offered for sale on behalf of Paul Atkinson and Julie Humphrey, the Joint Receivers (‘the Receivers’).
The Joint Receivers offer no title or collateral warranties associated with this property or transaction. The Joint Receivers, their agents and representatives act without personal liability.
Proposal - Offers are invited for the Freehold interest.
Specification
- Freehold
- Large detached former 16 bedroom hotel and wedding venue with bar and restaurant extending to 10,634 sq. ft
- Substantial parking allocation
- Site area extends to 0.956 acres
- Significant redevelopment potential - suitable for alternative uses subject to obtaining relevant consents.