The subjects comprise nursery premises which are contained within a converted detached property, having recently been upgraded to an excellent quality standard to include the provision of a new baby room. The main entrance hallway with security entry system leads to the main nursery and baby room. The nursery has the benefit of a large bay window, providing an attractive and bright room. The room is spacious and can be divided into two areas as required. Located to the rear is the children’s toilet/changing room. Two children’s WC’s and a washhand basin are installed in addition to a changing area.
A modern, fully fitted and equipped kitchen is also situated to the rear of the nursery.
The rear hallway provides access to the disabled toilet and office. There is also a large walk in cupboard which houses the washing machine. The disabled toilet comprises a WC and washhand basin and the office overlooks the rear garden. The baby room has recently been added to the property by way of large extension to the front also with the benefit of bay windows and patio doors for ease of access overlooking the front garden. There is also a door to the rear with access to the veranda and steps down to the rear garden. The room can be divided into two areas; play area and eating/messy play area.
Accessed off is a quiet sleep area.
An extensive cellar which spans the width of the property provides extensive storage accommodation and also houses the main boiler. To the front of the property is a gravelled driveway with garden shed and driveway providing a disabled parking place. On street parking is available for parents and carers. To the rear of the property is a large, fully enclosed garden which provides a safe environment for the children. There is a garden shed which is included in the sale.
Location
The subjects are situated on the South side of Rannes Street, a short distance to the West of High Street, within the centre of the established residential town of Insch. The health centre, library, primary school, community centre, train station, leisure centre and park are all within walking distance. Insch is located just off the busy A96 road route, approximately 28 miles Northwest of Aberdeen. As a result of excellent road and rail links, the town is a popular commuter base for Aberdeen, Huntly, Elgin and Inverness. The location of the property and town are shown on the undernoted plans.
Accommodation
We would summarise the accommodation as undernoted:-
Nursery - 23’3” x 17’4” (7.09m x 5.38m)
Kitchen - 9’5” x 9’7” (2.87m x 2.92m)
Toilet/changing room - 6’4” x 4’4” (1.93m x 1.32m)
Disabled toilet - 5’6” x 6’11” (1.68m x 2.11m)
Office - 6’0” x 10’11” (1.83m x 3.33m)
Baby room - 18’6” x 34’3” (5.64m x 10.44m)
Sleep area - 5’10” x 6’4” (1.78m x 1.93m)
The above area and undernoted layout plan are approximate and provided for information purposes only.
Terms
THE BUSINESS
Annie’s Nursery was established by our client in 2008 and benefits from an excellent reputation for the quality level of care provided. Indeed, the most recent Care Inspectorate inspection report undertaken in July 2012 awarded Grades 5 and 6 for the service provided. The nursery is registered for 25 children; nine 0 – 2 year olds and sixteen 3 – 5 year olds. Opening hours are 7 am – 6 pm and morning and afternoon sessions are available in addition to full days. Information in relation to the business can be obtained from our client’s informative website www.anniesnursery.co.uk The nursery benefits from high occupancy levels and financial documentation will be made available to interested parties after viewing and confirmation of interest.
TRADE INVENTORY
The asking price includes the trade inventory which, we are advised, is owned outright and is not subject to any lease purchase, hire contract or similar finance arrangement.
RATES
Reference to the Assessor’s website has shown that the subjects are entered in the current Valuation Roll at Rateable Value £7,300.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE (EPC)
A copy of the Energy Performance Certificate is available upon requested, however, the rating is D+.
PRICE
Offers around £340,000 are sought for the property, goodwill, fixtures and fittings.
ENTRY
Early entry can be afforded on conclusion of Legalities.
OFFERS
All offers should be submitted in Scottish legal terms to DM Hall.
Specification
• BRIGHT, SPACIOUS NURSERY & BABY ROOMS
• RECENTLY EXTENDED & UPGRADED TO PROVIDE CURRENT ACCOMMODATION
• REGISTERED FOR 25 CHILDREN
• EXCELLENT GRADES FROM CARE INSPECTORATE
• ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING BAND D+